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Brandi is a therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families. She believes that therapy is about doing the heart work. With 15 years of experience in the social work field, her client’s success is attributed to their willingness to process through and confront uncomfortable situations/habits. Therapy, may at times, feel like open heart surgery, however you and those around you will be the better for the undoing of lifelong patterns, and subconscious thought processes that are no longer benefiting you. Brandi’s top priority is to ensure that your mental health needs are met.

Welcome to the transformative journey of self-discovery and healing. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, dedicated to providing compassionate and culturally sensitive mental health support. I hold a Texas state license as a Professional Counselor , and my educational background includes a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A&M University – Texarkana and am a certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician.

With over 12 years of experience in corporate, educational, and counseling settings, I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. My background working with at-risk adolescents gave me a unique perspective on human behavior, and today I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Neuropsychotherapy to help you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and the brain. I view therapy as a collaborative process where my role is to provide a warm, non-judgmental space for you to uncover your own strength, build practical coping skills, and learn to self-advocate. Outside of my work, I recharge by listening to audiobooks, traveling, and spending time at the beach, and I look forward to meeting you where you are on your journey toward growth and meaningful change.

I am a Licensed Psychologist in Texas and a Nationally Certified School Psychologist who specializes in treating children, adolescents, and adults with social-emotional, behavioral, and educational needs. I received my Ph.D. in School Psychology from New York University in 2008 and completed an APA-approved clinical psychology internship at the Devereux Foundation in Pennsylvania. I have received training in both private and public school settings, outpatient settings, hospitals, and in specialized educational programs for children and adolescents with emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs. I participated in a Family and Multicultural Therapy program for two years at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City where I received supervised family therapy and multicultural competency-based training. In addition to my clinical work, I am an Assistant Professor in the School Psychology Program at Texas State University. My research seeks to understand and promote diversity and inclusion in educational settings. I am particularly interested in studying the development of and consequences associated with children’s social (e.g., gender stereotypes) and academic (e.g., growth mindset) cognitions. My research also involves developing and evaluating interventions to promote positive social and academic outcomes.

Thank you so much for considering me as your next therapist. I have been working in the mental health field for the past 25 years in a variety of settings and with various groups, and have been practicing as an LPC for the past three years.

I feel honored to work with clients who face challenges related to anxiety, depression, major life transitions and trauma. I thoroughly believe that healing can be obtained by anyone and everyone is worthy of discovering a life worth living.

Kursley is a compassionate, highly experienced Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 20 years providing therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, self-esteem, and grief. As the founder of Listening Well Counseling, based in Baytown, Texas and offering online therapy across the state, Kursley is dedicated to one simple belief: because being heard matters.

With a background in psychology and clinical work in both Australia and the United States, Kursley brings a global, culturally-informed perspective to every session. His approach draws on evidence-based, proven therapy methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Play Therapy for children. He works with clients of all ages — from children to adults — helping them build real coping skills for life’s challenges.

What sets Kursley apart is how he makes people feel: heard, understood, and never judged. His warm, flexible, and approachable style builds the kind of trust that makes real progress possible — whether you’re searching for “therapist near me in Baytown,” “online counseling in Texas,” or simply looking for someone who truly listens.

At Listening Well Counseling, Kursley is committed to helping you navigate life’s difficulties and move toward genuine emotional well-being.