Brenda Xu

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Brenda Xu

Counselor, MA, LMHC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

2 Endorsed

Seattle, WA 98103

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I work with individuals who would like to dive deeper into understanding themselves and their relationships. It can be difficult to confront our fears and recognize our vulnerabilities. Many times, emotions and behaviors which have served to protect us and ensure our survival in the past are no longer serving us in the present. These automatic responses are difficult to alter if we do not understand their origins and actively work to create new ways of interacting with the world around us.

Whether you're trying to improve your relationships with others, aspiring to change your life path, or would like to find ways to cope with the pain that you're carrying, it is my goal to provide you with a space where you feel safe to access difficult feelings, and know that you are not alone in your journey towards peace and self-understanding.

I offer a free 15-minute consultation to see if we might be a good fit. Let's see if our connection feels natural and take it from there. I look forward to hearing from you.

Email Brenda Xu now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Seattle, WA 98103

Minneapolis, MN 55414

Counseling for relationship/attachment issues, grief & loss, life transitions, and ADHD via telehealth in Washington and Minnesota.

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Grief and Life Transitions

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Connect with Brenda Xu

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Seattle, WA 98103

Minneapolis, MN 55414

Counseling for relationship/attachment issues, grief & loss, life transitions, and ADHD via telehealth in Washington and Minnesota.

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Grief and Life Transitions

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $175

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
LifeWise
Premera Blue Cross
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Brenda Xu

Counselor, MA, LMHC

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Brenda Xu

Counselor, MA, LMHC

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Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LH61615885 Brenda Xu

Education and Years In Practice

Attended Adams State University / Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Additional Credentials

License: Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy 3121 / 2025

Degree/Diploma from University of California, San Diego Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Learn more about my practice and schedule an appointment at my website.

Brenda Xu

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Learn more about my practice and schedule an appointment at my website.

Brenda Xu

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Relationship Issues
Grief
Life Transitions

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Bisexual
Chronic Illness
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Family Conflict
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
Peer Relationships
Perfectionism & Burnout
Racial Identity
Self Esteem
Setting & Maintaining Healthy Boundaries
Stress
Thinking Disorders
Transgender
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety and trauma related to their relationships and identity. I explore how past experiences contribute to thinking and behavioral patterns, such as the establishment of core beliefs, emotional triggers, and attachment styles.

Brenda Xu

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Brenda Xu

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

2 Endorsements

Bina Ellefsen

Counselor, LMHC, MACP, JD

Brenda's skilled and thoughtful presence is a gift to her clients.

Jennifer Chain

Psychologist, PhD

Brenda is a grounded, kind, and insightful therapist. She creates an environment that is safe and supportive for her clients to explore their concerns and confront their challenges. She is passionate about her work and cares deeply for her clients.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Adlerian
Anti-oppression
Attachment-based
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Feminist
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Multicultural
Narrative
Person-Centered
Psychodynamic
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

My personal and educational experiences have shaped my values as a trauma-informed, anti-oppression, and social justice-oriented clinician. I integrate several theoretical orientations into my work as a counselor, including narrative, psychodynamic, client-centered, neurobiological, attachment, and mindfulness-based somatic approaches.

Brenda Xu

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Brenda Xu

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Seattle, WA 98103

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Additional Location

Minneapolis, MN 55414

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Counseling for relationship/attachment issues, grief & loss, life transitions, and ADHD via telehealth in Washington and Minnesota.

Brenda Xu

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Counseling for relationship/attachment issues, grief & loss, life transitions, and ADHD via telehealth in Washington and Minnesota.

Brenda Xu

Counselor, MA, LMHC

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