- Calm nonjudgmental space
- Practical steps forward
- Values-based support
About Aen
Aen Brauer is a licensed clinical social worker with 15 years of experience in Washington. She helps people who struggle with stress, anxiety, grief, and life changes. She also supports those facing addiction, eating concerns, career strain, and LGBT-related challenges.
Aen creates a calm, nonjudgmental space for people to talk about difficult feelings. She welcomes direct conversation and practical problem solving. Sessions focus on what matters most to the person and on small, doable steps toward change.
Her work draws on a mix of therapy approaches aimed at real-life problems. She uses techniques that help people notice thoughts, clarify values, and build healthier habits. She also helps with skills for emotion regulation and coping under pressure.
People who come to her often want help with relationships, parenting stress, ADHD-related struggles, or transitions like divorce or caregiving responsibilities. She also supports those dealing with chronic illness, body image, fertility concerns, or trauma-related issues.
Aen emphasizes collaboration and respect. She asks questions, listens carefully, and helps plan practical next steps. The goal is to help people feel more capable and more able to handle everyday demands.
How therapy approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, low motivation, and coping with big life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying thought and behavior patterns and testing new ways of responding to reduce distress. It often helps with anxiety, depression, and stress management.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That collaborative choice can change over time as needs evolve.
Confirm the available session formats before booking so you know how sessions will be held. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people choose quieter times of day or avoid camera use when that helps them focus. Ask about current session options and scheduling when you begin the matching process.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Aen help with?
She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include addictions, eating issues, ADHD, and LGBT-related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She keeps sessions direct and compassionate, focusing on clear steps and open conversation. The approach balances listening with practical skill building.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with individuals on a range of mental health and life challenges.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds a LICSW and practices in Washington.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time and works with people located where her Washington license applies.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.