Brenda Burris, LCSW
San Francisco

I am a licensed mental health therapist and behavioral health provider with the Mindset program. I have over 30 years of experience helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and navigate towards meaningful change. I provide affirming therapy and I help people with a wide range of concerns. I have pursued special training in the following areas: gender care, provision of surgical readiness (WPATH) letters, depression, complex trauma and integrative mental health. I utilize evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, ACT, Integrative Mental Health, Brainspotting and EMDR which provide me with a well rounded skill set to meet your unique and individualized needs. My goal is that you find me to be a positive, accepting, at times challenging and always supportive part of your physical / emotional healthcare team. Together, we’ll build practical strategies and insights to help you overcome obstacles, grow, thrive and live your most authentic life.

How I stay healthy and happy
I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, going on weekend road trips, attending concerts and being artistic / crafty in my free time.

Education
University of Southern California (USC), School of Social Work - Los Angeles CA

Board certification
WPATH Certified Mental Health Member and Mentor, Certified Brainspotting Practitioner

Goes by
Brenda

Pronouns
She/her/hers