Brian Polis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Bethesda, MD 20817
Let's Connect (415) 779-2440
Opening up around the vulnerable and intimate details of our lives can be very uncomfortable. There is so much pressure to be “happy”, “better”, or “perfect”, while receiving messaging that being anything else is unacceptable. We are very adaptive yet often struggle to effectively get our needs met, so may engage in avoidance behaviors and withhold or internalize our feelings to try to prevent things from getting worse. You want to feel more like your true self and get more satisfaction out of your relationships. You need an unconditionally supportive, non-judgmental, creative, and humorous therapist who accepts you however you are.
I will adapt to your needs balancing empathic listening, validation, challenges, and psychoeducation, always holding your best intentions at heart to set you up for long-term success. Brainspotting/EMDR trained, I approach therapy with a humanistic mindset, focused on developing insight to overcome the barriers that are preventing you from fully living life.
I have extensive experience working with individual clients and their families facing a multitude of challenges in residential treatment, schools, and outpatient settings. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space, where vulnerability is embraced and your voice is truly heard. Please reach out with any questions and to see if we are a good fit.
Call or Email Brian Polis now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 779-2440
Let's Connect (415) 779-2440
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 779-2440
Brian Polis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / LC13894 Brian Polis
- Certificate from EMDR Institute EMDR Trained / 2020
- Attended California State University, Northridge, Master of Science in School and Clinical Counseling, Graduated 2018
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (415) 779-2440
Brian Polis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety
Expertise
- ADHD
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Sports Performance
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (415) 779-2440
Brian Polis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Brainspotting
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Existential
- Family Systems
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (415) 779-2440
Brian Polis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 779-2440
Brian Polis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC