Brendan Kearns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (805) 303-2649

If you’ve ever felt trapped by anxiety, OCD, sleepless nights, or the pressure to be perfect—you’re not alone. I offer therapy for people ages 16-65, giving you practical tools and real support so you can feel lighter, calmer, and more in control.
I know that finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. Scrolling through countless profiles can create its own stress: What if I pick the wrong one? What if it doesn’t work? If you’re here reading this and wrestling with those thoughts, I want to help make it easier.
I help manage anxiety, insomnia, depression, OCD and perfectionism; adults navigating transitions and academic pressure; professionals facing stress, burnout, and career changes; individuals seeking stronger communication and connection; and those in the entertainment industry coping with rejection, industry and creative fatigue, and self-doubt.
Therapy should feel approachable, supportive, and genuinely useful. My mission is to help you feel lighter, more confident, and more connected.
Let’s make it easy, not overwhelming—reach out today for a free consultation call.
Call or Email Brendan Kearns now for a free 15 minute consultation - (805) 303-2649
Let's Connect (805) 303-2649

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $225
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Wire, ZelleInsurance
- Out of Network
Brendan Kearns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 303-2649
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 110567 Brendan Kearns
- In Practice for 18 years
- Attended University of Calgary, MSW, Graduated 2015
- Degree/Diploma from University of Victoria BSW, Minor Psychology / 2010
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Brendan Kearns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 303-2649
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Self Esteem
- Depression
Expertise
- ADHD
- Alcohol Use
- Behavioral Issues
- Caregivers
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Immigration Psychological Assessments
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Peer Relationships
- Perfectionism
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Sports Performance
- Stress
Brendan Kearns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (805) 303-2649
Part of California Coastal Mental Health
View PracticeClient Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
I also speak
Spanish
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
I also speak
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Expressive Arts
- Interpersonal
- Music Therapy
- Narrative
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Brendan Kearns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (805) 303-2649
Groups
California Coastal Mental Health
We want to help you and/or your child to better understand the often overwhelming experience that comes with facing mental illness, stress and unexpected changes that affect your sleep, anxiety levels and mood. We will help you to better understand and navigate your unique circumstances by offering you a comfortable, safe and empathic environment to explore strategies that will help you regain confidence in your abilities to manage life’s challenges. We look forward to hearing from you!
Expertise
ADHD
Anxiety
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Types of Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$200-$220
Location
1985 Johnson Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Email Brendan Kearns about this group or call - (805) 303-2649
Location
Additional Location
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 303-2649Group Practice
California Coastal Mental HealthNearby Areas
Brendan Kearns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 303-2649