Licensed clinical social worker recordArizona
Brandon Bustamante, LCSW, LICSW
Arizona
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and LGBT support
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- Credentials
- LCSW, LICSW
- Licensed in Arizona
- LCSW, licence LCSW-22271
- Licensed in Florida
- LCSW, licence SW19004
- Licensed in Georgia
- LCSW, licence CSW008465
- Licensed in District of Columbia
- LICSW, licence LC200004235
- NPI
- 1366108128
- Experience
- 6 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Arizona
These details come from information Brandon supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- LGBT related concerns
- Trauma and abuse
About Brandon
Brandon Bustamante is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing with six years of experience. He is based in Arizona and works in English. He focuses on stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression.
Brandon frames sessions as practical conversations. He helps people name what feels off and pick one or two small changes to try between meetings. Sessions are straightforward and goal-focused. He pays attention to how daily life - work, relationships, and responsibilities - affects mood and behavior.
He also addresses related issues like communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, impulsivity, and isolation. Brandon talks through panic symptoms and post-traumatic stress in clear terms. He supports people working on self-love, forgiveness, and finding more purpose in life.
Clients can expect direct discussion of what is happening now, and steps to reduce distress. He adapts conversations to practical needs rather than using vague language. Progress is tracked by what changes a person notices between sessions.
Brandon accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
BHow sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Brandon uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on concrete skills and thinking patterns. One approach he commonly uses helps people notice and change unhelpful thought patterns so anxiety and low mood reduce over time. This approach is useful for social anxiety, panic, and persistent worry. Another approach emphasizes practical coping strategies for trauma responses and panic symptoms, teaching grounding steps, breathing practices, and manageable routines to reduce intense reactions.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. He will talk with clients about their goals, preferences, and day-to-day challenges and then try methods that fit those needs. That collaborative process may include testing a technique for a few sessions and adjusting based on how it fits the person's life.
The biography does not list which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, and travel. They can also allow for shorter check-ins when time is tight or sessions without video when bandwidth or energy is limited. Therapists and licensed professionals often find remote work helps clients keep regular appointments and practice new skills in day-to-day settings.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Arizona, Florida, Georgia, District of Columbia
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression. Additional areas include communication problems, panic, and post-traumatic stress.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are practical and goal-focused with clear steps to try between meetings. Conversations emphasize daily life and specific behavior changes rather than abstract talk.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of experience in clinical practice. That experience covers common issues like anxiety, trauma, and self-esteem.
Which credentials and location are listed?
He holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and is based in Arizona. The biography lists AZ LCSW and DC LICSW.
Are sessions offered in other languages or countries?
Sessions are offered in English. He accepts international clients.
What session formats are used?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Pricing details depend on the selected location.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers