Brian Olden
Experienced California clinical social worker
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About
Brian Olden is a seasoned, California-based therapist who encourages the decision to seek help as an important step toward improving life circumstances. With 45 years of clinical experience, he brings a steady, experienced presence to work with individuals, couples, and families across a range of concerns.
He practices as a licensed clinical social worker in California, offering professional, evidence-informed care that emphasizes collaboration - therapeutic goals are established together with the person seeking support. Having lived overseas for several years, he is attuned to cultural differences and how they shape personal experience.
Brian has specialized training in military-related trauma and sexual trauma, and he has substantial experience working with adults affected by various types of traumatic experience. He also assists people navigating life transitions - including relationship and family changes, job or occupational shifts, chronic pain or illness, and the stresses faced by caregivers for partners or aging parents.
His approach is flexible and strength-focused: he helps clients identify existing resources and create practical strategies to build on those strengths and reach goals they have not yet met. He looks forward to joining clients on that process and affirms that progress toward meaningful goals is possible.
- Location:
- California, United States
- Years Experience:
- 45
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Coaching, Coping with life changes, Depression, Relationship, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: ADHD, Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Bipolar, Blended family issues, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Disability, Divorce, Family, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Foster care, Gambling, Grief, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Intimacy-related issues, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Non-monogamous relationships, Parenting, Polyamory, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Separation, Sexual dysfunction, Sleeping, Social anxiety and phobia, Stress, Anxiety, Traumatic brain injury, Veterans, Workplace issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: CA LCSW 10507
- NPI Number: 1790762797
- License: LCSW (California) #10507 exp 2027-06-30
Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?
Many people wonder whether working with a therapist online can produce meaningful results. For common issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.
One of the main benefits is convenience - clients can connect in the format that fits their life, choosing video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to keep therapy consistent amid busy schedules or changing circumstances.
Therapists and licensed professionals who provide online care apply professional training and therapeutic methods similar to those used in face-to-face treatment. If a different match is needed, clients generally have the option to switch therapists to find the best fit for their needs.
How much experience does Brian Olden have?
Brian Olden has 45 years of experience providing therapy services.
Is Brian Olden a licensed therapist?
Yes. Brian Olden is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in California.
In which languages does Brian Olden provide therapy?
Brian Olden provides therapy in English.
Where is Brian Olden located?
Brian Olden is located in California.
How can I work with Brian Olden as my therapist?
Brian Olden offers sessions by Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.
How much does therapy with Brian Olden cost?
The cost of therapy with Brian Olden can vary based on factors such as your location and his availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
To get started with Brian Olden, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.