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My name is Bret and I have over 30 years experience helping individuals, couples and adolescents resolve issues pertaining to life and their unique challenges. I offer a challenging, yet supportive therapeutic style and approach. I believe that each of us has the ability to address our challenges and issues and find solutions to achieve happiness in our lives.
Over the course of my career every client I have worked with has found value in the counseling experience. So whether this is your first counseling experience or not, we will work together to help you achieve your goals.
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Blended Family Issues, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dependent Personality, Divorce and separation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality Disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Bret Smith. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
My experience with Bret was nothing, but positive. His cognitive therapy approach was very simple to understand and implement. From the first visit to the last I saw improvement and continue to see improvement in my mental health.
I think it was very helpful to talk with someone with many years of experience and was very aware of the stages of adult life and the challenges that accompany those stages.
I would highly recommend Bret.
Written on Aug 02, 2022 after therapy with Bret for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and adhd
Bret Smith has been phenomenal. His help has been consistent, wise, and focused. He listens well, but at the same time keeps me on track for where I need to go. The skills and tools he's given me have been invaluable!
Written on Jul 01, 2022 after therapy with Bret for 1 year and 3 months
Bret has a comfortable way of getting to the issues that need to be addressed and once he does he provides simple tools for working through them.
Written on Apr 25, 2022 after therapy with Bret for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Bret was understanding while also direct in his approach of listening and asking questions. I really enjoyed working with him!
Written on Apr 12, 2022 after therapy with Bret for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, and adhd
Bret is a very good listener and he sees into my situation.
Written on Apr 07, 2022 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
I enjoy and look forward to my time with Mr. Bret. As I talk with him he sees what is happening in my life and points it out. I am seeing myself in a clearer way. I also like that he is helping me grow.
Written on Mar 01, 2022 after therapy with Bret for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Bret is a good listener and not afraid to speak to you in plain terms about what he sees going on. I appreciated his honesty, forthrightness and experience.
Written on Jan 20, 2022 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Really feel like he is looking out for my best interest
Written on Jan 20, 2022 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Bret has been incredibly helpful, just after a few sessions I feel like I am making progress or at least I am understanding how to make progress
Written on Dec 28, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Bret is a really experienced therapist, I'm so grateful for all the help. Our sessions helped me to start looking at some aspects of my life from a different point of view.
Written on Nov 27, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Bret is a phenomenal therapist, i did not expect it to be honest. But he gave me a whole new perspective about therapy and has truly helped me heal alot of things in just a short amount of time. Very understanding and very knowledgeable
Written on Nov 17, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coaching
I feel at ease and very confident that I’m on the right path with Bret. Would highly recommend
Written on Nov 06, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, and sleeping disorders
I have been having sessions with Bret for about 3 weeks now and I knew from the moment we connected that he is the perfect match for me. I couldn't have asked for a better therapist to help me process and move forward with my life.
Bret is a brilliant listener and always knows how to respond. I feel very confident that working with Bret is going to change my life.
Thanks Bret
Written on Nov 04, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Just getting started but great so far with Brett
Written on Oct 07, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and self esteem
Bret has helped me through tough times and helped me to see that I was in a toxic situation. I am very happy and thankful that I found Bret!
Written on Sep 17, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Bret has helped me a lot in a couple of months. He sees past the surface-level stuff that I may be explaining and understands the deeper root of what's going on. I feel I've made more progress with Bret than with any past counsellors!
Written on Sep 07, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Bret has been that voice of reason my wife & I so desperately needed; without being forceful, he brings-out those issues we most need to address.
Written on Jul 29, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Bret is down to earth. I like his counseling, he’s very straight forward and I can be open and he does not judge. All together great and very professional counseling.
Written on Jun 13, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Listens well and has sound advice.
Written on Jun 04, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and bipolar disorder
Great stuff, holds you accountable but also understands that life is life and you have to roll with the punches
Written on Jun 04, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
We've only had 3 or 4 sessions so far, but his advice, and the fact that he just listens has been a tremendous help to me so far. I look forward to each session.
Written on May 11, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Bret is very friendly, listens well, and comes to appointments well prepared to help. He has vast experience and a variety of techniques and tools to help his patients achieve their goals.
Written on Apr 20, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, coping with life changes, and coaching
Bret is extremely intuitive and he is always prepared. He remembers things I've forgotten about. He keeps me thinking.
I enjoy our sessions. He gives me other ways of looking at things. Ways to see things differently and have given me great tips on how to handle things.
Written on Apr 20, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
I was very impressed with how quickly Bret was able to identify with me and my challenges in life. I am glad I took the first step by seeking help.
Written on Apr 19, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Brett is good at what he does
Written on Apr 18, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
I have really enjoyed speaking with Bret, he has really helped me through a very difficult time in my life and I would highly recommend anyone who is looking for help.
Written on Apr 17, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very helpful understanding and gives you the tools you need to help yourself and see things more clearly
Written on Mar 18, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Bret's style is straightforward and supportive. He has helped me tremendously and I can't wait to apply what I have learned in practice.
Written on Mar 04, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Bret has been a huge help to me. Very straight talking and quick to get to the route of issues. He is very encouraging and makes you feel like he's at the side cheering you on as you tackle life's obstacles. The dream councilor!
Written on Feb 22, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Bret is easy to talk with, listenens well, and has good insight into my issues.
Written on Feb 19, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks
Outstanding help!!!
Written on Feb 16, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and career difficulties
Bret was able to help me identify and deal with my anxiety issues He quickly helped me see how my actions were contributing to my issues and how I could change my behavior to solve the problem.
Written on Feb 09, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
I really appreciate the work, effort and time that Mr.B shows.
Written on Jan 31, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Bret has been awesome. I’m really excited to keep working with him. He’s been doing a great job of helping me pick myself back up
Written on Jan 16, 2021 after therapy with Bret for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and adhd
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