Brian Sobieski, LPC

Brian Sobieski is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of experience helping people sort through stress, anxiety, mood struggles, and relationship problems. He speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. Sessions are aimed at improving day-to-day coping and decision making.

He trained at Montclair State University and holds the LPC credential. Brian uses brief, solution-focused methods to help people get unstuck. He leans on cognitive behavioral ideas to spot unhelpful patterns and try new behaviors.

In sessions he emphasizes clear goals and simple tools. That can mean identifying thoughts that fuel worry, testing small behavior changes, or practicing ways to communicate with others. He also draws on client-centered listening to understand each person’s strengths and values.

Brian works with a wide range of concerns including depression, bipolar mood issues, trauma and grief, parenting stress, ADHD, and career strain. He also addresses relationship patterns like codependency, communication problems, and blended family challenges.

He offers coaching-style supports alongside therapy for people who want action-oriented progress. International clients may work with him, and sessions are offered in English. He aims to help people leave sessions with concrete next steps and a clearer sense of how to move forward.

Approaches that fit online and in-session work

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and testing small changes to improve mood and functioning. It is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and mood regulation issues.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and building on a person's strengths. The therapist provides a supportive space where goals are set together and the client's own values guide the work.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase present-moment awareness. It can help with stress, rumination, and emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to choose or blend methods based on goals, comfort level, and what proves helpful in early sessions. Adjustments are made as progress is tracked.

Online therapy offers flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited local options. Video calls let the therapist and client work face to face; phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text-based messaging support quick questions, tracking homework, or ongoing coaching between sessions. These options make it easier to keep continuity when life gets busy and to practice skills in real time.