Willow Brandey, MSW, Clinical Intern

As a master's-level clinical intern, Willow is committed to providing a compassionate, affirming, and collaborative space where clients feel seen as whole people rather than defined by diagnoses or circumstances. They believe that every person's experiences, strengths, values, and identities shape the therapeutic process, and they strive to tailor treatment to each individual's unique needs and goals.

Willow has a particular interest in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, people involved in kink and ethical nonmonogamy communities, and anyone seeking an inclusive, nonjudgmental environment to explore life's challenges. Whether you are navigating stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, relationship concerns, identity exploration, or simply feeling stuck, their goal is to help you better understand yourself, build on your existing strengths, and develop practical tools for creating meaningful change.

Their approach is person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, drawing from evidence-based interventions like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing, while remaining flexible to what works best for each client. They value both scientific evidence and the diverse ways people find healing and meaning in their lives, recognizing that wellness is deeply personal and cannot be reduced to a single framework.

As a therapist, Willow brings curiosity, empathy, and a thoughtful, collaborative style to their work. They appreciate the role that both reason and emotion play in our lives, and strive to balance practical problem-solving with genuine compassion and respect for each client's lived experience. They consider it a privilege to walk alongside clients as they build resilience, deepen self-understanding, and move toward lives that feel more authentic, connected, and fulfilling.