Baltimore Counseling Center

Brenden E. Stinson

Brenden E. Stinson

MSSA, LMSW

Experience (Year)

7

Education

Master of Science in Social Administration

Expertise

Experienced in crisis intervention with a passion for supporting individuals navigating trauma-related disorders, stress management, autism spectrum disorders, and major life transitions.

Can You Really Get Better?  

This is a tough question to answer, especially if you are struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, or autism. But I’ll answer it with another question:   Do you believe you can get better?   The answer to that question will heavily influence the first one. If you believe you can, then chances are you will. If not, then chances are you won’t. But don’t worry, I have a series of time-tested techniques to not only inspire you to want to change but also to make sure you stay committed to change.

Over the years, I’ve worked in various settings, seeing people in literally hospital beds. I’ve been able to help them get out of their stuck situation and march forward in life, regardless of what kind of struggle they were going through.

I accomplished this due to the sophisticated training I received, which helped me see people as so much more than their diagnosis. Change is possible, especially if you can help the person understand how and why they are getting in their own way. So it doesn’t matter if you are struggling with confidence, feeling like the days all seem the same, or having difficulty making any decisions in life. Chances are, I’ve seen it and have a scientific process for helping you understand what’s going on and how to treat it.

How it’s like working with me.

  1.   Belief in Improvement  : The notion that belief in one’s ability to get better heavily influences outcomes may be challenging for clients who struggle with self-doubt or have had negative experiences in the past.
  2.   Commitment to Change  : Staying committed to change can be daunting, especially for individuals dealing with long-term issues or relapses.
  3.   Feeling Understood  : Clients may worry if they will be truly understood and seen as more than just their diagnosis.
  4.   Understanding Their Own Barriers  : It might be difficult for clients to identify and acknowledge how they might be getting in their own way.
  5.   Confidence and Decision-Making  : Struggles with confidence and decision-making are common pain points that can feel overwhelming and paralyzing for clients.