- Solution-focused
- Trauma-informed
- Strengths-based
About Brian
Brian Flynn is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience helping people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. He also supports people dealing with relationship and intimacy concerns, self-esteem struggles, and challenges related to LGBT identity. Brian practices in New York and offers therapy in English.
He uses a solution-focused, trauma-informed stance that emphasizes clients' strengths. Sessions typically begin by clarifying what a person wants to change and what small steps feel possible. Brian listens closely and helps turn goals into manageable actions rather than long lists of techniques.
Brian has worked with people affected by natural and human-caused disasters and first responder issues. He has experience with hospice and end-of-life conversations, HIV and AIDS concerns, and post-traumatic stress. That background informs a steady, practical approach when situations feel overwhelming.
In the room, he combines motivational interviewing with brief solution-focused work and trauma-focused strategies when they fit the client's needs. The focus stays on what will make everyday life more manageable and meaningful. He invites clients to shape the pacing and priorities of sessions.
Brian aims to build a respectful, goal-oriented relationship. He invites prospective clients to explain their hopes and to talk about what they want from therapy. From there, he helps set realistic steps and tracks progress as goals evolve.
How these approaches work for online therapy
Motivational interviewing is a conversational style that helps people find their own reasons to change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to support motivation for things like coping better, improving relationships, or making health-related changes.Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, concrete steps and on what already works. It helps clients set short-term goals and try experiments between sessions to see what improves daily life.
Trauma-Focused Therapy attends to how past traumatic events affect current thinking, feelings, and behavior. It blends careful pacing with strategies to reduce distress and build coping skills for daily challenges.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals and preferences and then try methods that fit those needs. If something isn’t helpful, the plan can be adjusted together.
The biography did not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and help therapy fit around work and family life. It can also allow shorter check-ins, reduce travel time, and make it simpler to keep appointments when life gets busy.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Brian address?
Brian helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and relationship or intimacy-related concerns. He also works with issues linked to LGBT identity and first responder or disaster-related stress.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a solution-focused, trauma-informed, strengths-based approach. Sessions focus on clear goals, small practical steps, and using strengths to move forward.
What experience does he bring?
He has 20 years of post-graduate clinical experience, including work with disaster response, first responder issues, hospice and end-of-life concerns, and post-traumatic stress.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LCSW licensed in New York and practices in New York. The profile lists the credential as LCSW.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography did not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking to know whether in-person or online sessions are available.
How is cost handled for therapy?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.