- Trauma informed
- Practical techniques
- Collaborative approach
About Brian
Brian Colangelo is a licensed clinical social worker with 15 years of practice. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem, grief, sleep problems, parenting concerns, and related issues. He aims to be straightforward and walk alongside people during hard times.
He values an open, honest working relationship. If something about therapy isn't helping, Brian invites clients to say so and to problem-solve together. He describes the relationship as collaborative and direct, built on trust and clear communication.
Brian completed a Master of Social Work at Temple University and holds the LCSW credential. He has taught part time at Rutgers University and Camden County College. His background includes extended study in Gestalt therapy and training in cognitive behavioral techniques, EMDR, motivational interviewing, and approaches used in addiction counseling.
He has substantial experience providing trauma counseling, including work with survivors of sexual assault in both individual and group settings. Brian draws on his own healing journey as one of many resources he brings to sessions, while keeping the focus on each person's goals and needs.
Outside of work he lives in New Jersey and enjoys outdoor activities such as running and cycling. He also notes a sardonic sense of humor and a commitment to addressing social harms like racism, homophobia, and other forms of discrimination as part of clinical work.
Therapeutic approaches that translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the person. It helps build a trusting relationship and is useful for processing grief, self-esteem, or life changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks down unhelpful thoughts and behaviors into manageable steps and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, panic, and mood problems.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDR, is a method used to address traumatic memories by guiding attention while recalling distressing experiences; it is often used for post-traumatic stress and trauma-related symptoms.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and comfort. That decision is revisited over time and adjusted as progress or new concerns emerge.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make therapy easier to fit into a busy day, shorten commute time, allow for shorter check-ins, and reduce the need to arrange childcare or travel. Licensed professionals can adapt techniques like CBT and EMDR for remote sessions, and sessions can be scheduled to suit everyday life without promising any single format.
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Experience
15+ years
Credentials
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep difficulties, parenting strain, and related concerns such as codependency and isolation.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
His style is direct and collaborative. He asks for honest feedback, adjusts when something isn't working, and works side by side with clients to set practical goals.
What is his clinical background?
He earned a Master of Social Work from Temple University and has 15 years of experience, including trauma work with survivors of sexual assault and teaching roles at local colleges.
What credentials and location should I know about?
He holds an LCSW and practices from New Jersey. These are the credential and region listed for his practice.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions can be arranged with international clients according to the profile information provided. Language of service is English.
Which session formats are offered?
The biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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