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- Stress and anxiety
- Geriatric and caregiver support
- ACT and CBT methods
About Bryan
LMFT in California with 28 years of experience, Bryan Busse helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, life changes, compassion fatigue, ADHD, addictions, relationship and parenting concerns, and depression. He also focuses on aging and geriatric issues, attachment difficulties, blended family matters, caregiver stress, hospice and end-of-life counseling, divorce and separation, men's issues, cancer-related concerns, and traumatic brain injury. Bryan uses a mix of approaches drawn from his long practice to address the problems people bring to sessions.
Bryan takes a straightforward, practical style. He works to build rapport and trust so people can talk through what matters most. Sessions use elements from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and client-centered work depending on the situation. He adapts the approach to the person rather than using a single fixed method.
His background includes a master’s degree with honors in counseling psychology and early internships in substance abuse treatment and school settings. He later worked with neuropsychology teams on traumatic brain injury, dementia, and pain management, and trained in neurofeedback and biofeedback. Bryan became a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in 2004.
He has experience in private practice and clinical programs and has worked with hospice, home health, assisted living, and memory care settings. Personal experience as a caregiver for a family member with Alzheimer’s Disease shaped his focus on geriatric care and caregiver stress.
He describes his work as practical and solution-oriented, drawing on life experience as well as clinical training. Sessions emphasize clear goals, regular check-ins, and adjustments to frequency and length as needs change.
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How Bryan’s approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that match their values. It is useful for stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior and testing small changes to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) attends to emotional responses in relationships and can help with attachment wounds and relational pain.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Bryan works with each person to figure out which methods fit their goals and preferences. He adjusts techniques over time so sessions stay relevant to current needs.
Session formats are not specified here so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into everyday life by removing travel time and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people use audio-only or lower-bandwidth options when video is difficult, and it supports scheduling sessions around work, caregiving, or medical appointments. Ask about session length and frequency so arrangements match your schedule and treatment goals.
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Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
28+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, ADHD, relationship and parenting concerns, and life changes. Bryan also focuses on aging, caregiver stress, hospice and end-of-life concerns, and traumatic brain injury.
What is his therapeutic approach and style?
He uses an eclectic, practical style that draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and client-centered methods. He adapts tools to the person and emphasizes building rapport and trust.
How long has he practiced?
He has 28 years of clinical experience working in private practice and clinical programs. His background includes work in substance abuse treatment, school settings, and neuropsychology.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in California. His practice and professional experience are located in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what about cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm specific pricing details when you begin the intake process.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the process for initial matching and booking.
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