Brian Griffith, psyd

(HE/Him)

Languages: English

* Welcome *

Life brings many changes as we try to navigate love, career, family, sexuality, sex, and more. As a therapist, I want folks to feel empowered to tackle any change or shift that happens in their life. I want folks to feel as though they always have someone on their side and a team who has nothing but best intentions in mind. Everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and understood. Thus, I am here for you.

* My Focus *

I specialize in working with people of color and/or queer folks. I have extensive training in college counseling and helping folks navigate life shifts. I am passionate about assisting people with depression and anxiety since it often comes when we have anticipated and unanticipated change. I enjoy working with folks who have felt as though others “don’t get it” and building up resilience skills for this world we live in.


* My Approach *

My therapy style is based on person-centered and feminist therapy. We will center your experience in therapy and make sure you are talking/working on the things that you want. Additionally, we make sure you feel empowered to discuss anything that may be concerning you. Once we have that rapport established, we will explore and understand what is happening for you, so we are on the same page of your true authentic experience.


* My Philosophy on Therapy *

Therapy to me is like a journey we are on together. We will tackle things that are going to be exciting, scary, hard, and fun. However, it is up to you to decide where you want our journey to go. I will always be here to help explore and process things as they happen on our journey. Therapy works best as you having the map to go anywhere you want to go while I am always there to support you in case things do not go to plan.


* Credentials & EXPERIENCE *

  • Licensed Psychologist in IL

  • PsyD, Pepperdine University

  • MA in Psychology, Pepperdine University

  • BA in Psychology, University of California - Los Angeles

Before coming to PA, I gained experience providing college counseling at 3 different sites, worked at the LGBT of Los Angeles, and worked in a private practice in Los Angeles. Previously before working in mental health, I worked in public health for HIV reduction for Black and Brown men.


* MORE ABOUT ME *

I am passionate about Pokemon, working out, and eating. I avidly play Pokemon daily and try to walk at least 5 miles a day. Some of my favorite things to eat are desserts like cake, pies, and cookies.