Brenda Dziesinski, LMSW

Brenda Dziesinski is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan. She focuses on helping people cope with life changes, manage stress and anxiety, and navigate grief and self-esteem concerns. Brenda also addresses compassion fatigue and has additional experience related to aging and geriatric issues, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and veteran and armed forces concerns.

Brenda draws on more than seven years of clinical experience to support clients through transitions. She aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where people can speak about difficult feelings. Sessions emphasize practical steps that fit daily life and build toward small, sustainable changes.

Her approach centers on listening closely, clarifying what matters most, and helping clients set realistic goals. Brenda works collaboratively to identify coping strategies and ways to reduce overwhelm. She supports people who are grieving, facing major life transitions, or managing long-term caregiving and compassion fatigue.

Brenda’s background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science and a Master’s degree in Social Work. She practices under Michigan scope of practice for social work and brings clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and psychotherapy. Her emphasis is on steady progress rather than quick fixes.

People who want to begin will complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions based on the therapist’s availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; confirm current session options before booking.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Brenda uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage stress, grief, and major life changes. One common approach is structured problem-solving, which breaks larger problems into manageable steps and helps people test small changes in daily routines. This can help with anxiety, caregiving strain, and decision points related to aging and end-of-life planning.

Another useful method is supportive psychotherapy, which focuses on empathic listening and practical coping tools. This approach helps people process grief, handle compassion fatigue, and build steadier self-esteem through clear, doable strategies.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Brenda works with each person to identify goals, try different techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. She aims to match methods to a client’s needs, preferences, and life circumstances rather than using a one-size-fits-all model.

If you prefer online sessions, confirm which formats are currently offered before booking because the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit care into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people continue work on grief, stress, and caregiving concerns from wherever it best fits their schedule.