- pattern awareness
- cultural context
- practical steps
About Brian
Brian Wicks is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Minnesota with ten years of clinical experience. He works with adults on issues such as stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, addiction, grief, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, depression, and ADHD. Sessions focus on helping people notice patterns that keep them stuck and on practical steps to change those patterns.
He frames the client as the author of their own story and helps people identify both conscious and unconscious perspectives that drive repeated reactions. That means looking at how old habits show up now and testing small changes that change outcomes. Brian describes his role as a partner in finding approaches that fit each person rather than handing out one-size-fits-all solutions.
Brian also highlights cultural context as part of therapy. He notes how race, ethnicity, and culture can shape how events are understood and how people respond to stress. That awareness is woven into discussions about relationships, anger, and identity concerns.
In sessions he uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on practical work that people can use between meetings. He aims to help clients build new perspectives, shift unhelpful patterns, and practice different responses to recurring problems. Work often combines noticing patterns, testing changes, and building new habits.
People who choose him typically want straightforward, practical help getting a handle on recurring anger or relationship friction. He invites clients to complete an initial questionnaire and schedule a first meeting to begin shaping a plan together.
Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online
Brian uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on identifying patterns and testing small behavioral changes. One approach emphasizes noticing repetitive thoughts and actions, then practicing different responses to break unhelpful cycles; this helps with anger, relationship conflict, and anxiety. Another approach involves working through how past experiences and trauma shape current reactions, which can reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation.Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will review a client’s goals, history, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust those methods over time based on how the client responds.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the specific session formats before booking since the profile does not list formats. Online work can make scheduling easier and help fit therapy into a busy week. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when time is limited, or sessions without video when bandwidth or comfort is a concern. Many people find that remote sessions help them practice new responses in everyday life while keeping therapy manageable.
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Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, addiction, grief, parenting concerns, anger, self-esteem, depression, and ADHD.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on helping people notice patterns and try practical changes between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has ten years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with individuals, couples, and families.
What credential does he hold and where is he located?
He is an LMFT licensed in Minnesota and practices from that state.
Can sessions be done in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with people outside the United States?
He accepts international clients, so people outside the U.S. can inquire about working together.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.