Brian Kunde
(he/him)
MS, LCSW
Brian (he/him) is a licensed clinical social worker passionate about helping clients build insight into their emotions, behaviors, and relationships outside of therapy to help them achieve their goals.
Brian has a relational approach to psychotherapy, in which he works to build a strong rapport with clients to help them feel understood, validated, and supported in their efforts to make changes.
In therapy, Brian utilizes cognitive-behavioral approaches such as dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) or acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). When appropriate, Brian’s clinical approach also includes the incorporation of games & media into therapy to help clients develop social and emotional skills to better navigate relationships with friends and family.
Brian’s areas of focus include adolescents/young adults, LGBTQIA+ issues, family of origin issues, depression, anxiety, trauma and ADHD. He currently works with adults and adolescent clients ages 13+. Brian also provides coaching for parents needing to develop skills for better managing younger children at home and school.
In addition to his work as a therapist, Brian has a long history working with non-profits in the video game industry advocating for more inclusive workplaces and media. As part of this work, he provides consultation, training, and content review to game studios and professionals.
Education & Credentials
Master of Science: Clinical Social Work, University of Texas
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Texas
Publications
“Assertive vs. Aggressive Communication", Take this.
"Coping with Unsupportive Family During the Holidays," Take this
“Navigating Holiday Conflicts,” Take this.
“Games for Coping, Processing, and Learning,” SWPA Knowledge & News
“Managing Overwhelm at Conventions,” Take This.
Areas of Focus
Anxiety, Codependence, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Depression, Dialectical Behavioral Treatment, Game-Based Therapy, Gender and Sexual Identity, Individual Therapy, Kink and BDSM, LGBTQ+ Community, Neurodivergence, Parent Community, Polyamory, PTSD, Stress Management, Trauma, Youth Community
Rate
$170
