she/her
Mandy BrantleyLCSW
High satisfaction rate with clients
Nice to meet you
My therapy style is collaborative, strengths-based, and culturally responsive. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns, grief, and chronic illness adjustment. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and motivational interviewing with trauma-informed approaches, and my healthcare background supports holistic, interdisciplinary care. I emphasize therapeutic alliance, client empowerment, and evidence-based practice while adapting to each client’s unique cultural background and individual needs.
About Mandy
Location
Virtual, Illinois
Insurance Accepted
United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of IL, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Out-of-pocket
Communication Style
Affirming, Authentic, Engaging, Holistic, Warm
Focus areas
Anxiety, Chronic Illness, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Grief, Individual Therapy, Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Stress
Experienced with
Asian / Pacific Islander community, Black community, Blended families, Geriatric clients, Immigrants, Non-monogamous relationships, Parents, Students, Veterans
Years of Experience
21+
I emphasize therapeutic alliance, client empowerment, and evidence-based practice while adapting to each client’s unique cultural background and individual needs.
License number
#149026017
Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Strengths-Based
Languages Spoken
English
Education
BSW, University of Missouri - Columbia
Internship - Mount Sinai Medical Center (Detox, Addiction Treatment unit)
MSW, St. Louis University
LCSW - MO
CCM (Certified Case Manager)
Interests
I love spending quality time with friends and family, especially cheering on my kids at soccer games and their other activities. I'm passionate about live music and enjoy attending concerts whenever I can. At home, I unwind by working on puzzles, cooking, and getting lost in a good mystery or crime novel. I'm also someone who finds joy in everyday moments—whether that's sharing a laugh with loved ones or discovering a new recipe to try.