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Brandon Bunker, LCMHC, LPC

Therapist in Utah

Practical, affirming therapy for life and relationships

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Brandon Bunker

Profile checklist

  • CredentialsLCMHC, LPC
  • Licenses listedLCMHC, Utah (no. 8287475-6004); LPC, Virginia (no. 0701013816)
  • NPI number1245606409
  • Experience11 years listed
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Main areas of focusStress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse
  • Approaches includeAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • FormatOnline sessions through BetterHelp

Details as listed on the therapist’s BetterHelp profile.

  • Person-focused
  • Addictions support
  • Practical skills

About Brandon

Brandon Bunker is a licensed counselor who helps people work through stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship struggles, and questions about identity. He practices in Utah and uses a supportive, person-focused style aimed at steady progress. Brandon emphasizes honest conversation and clear next steps so people can make changes that matter to daily life.

He keeps sessions practical and approachable. Conversations focus on what is happening now, how it connects to the past, and what small steps could help. Techniques may include checking thought patterns, noticing emotional responses, and experimenting with new behaviors between sessions.

Brandon draws on a mix of approaches to match what each person needs. He often integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment-focused ideas, and client-centered listening to shape the work. This lets him address both emotions and patterns in relationships and daily routines.

With 11 years of experience, he has worked with people facing trauma, depression, anxiety, substance concerns, and challenges around intimacy and family issues. His aim is to help people feel less stuck and more able to handle life changes and caregiving strains.

Sessions are grounded in respect and straightforward talk. Brandon supports clients in building communication skills, stronger boundaries, and clearer goals. To start, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to availability.

Approaches that translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice hard thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then pick actions that match personal values. It can help with anxiety, depression, and getting unstuck from avoidance. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns shape current connections and trust, and it can help with intimacy and communication struggles. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's experience, using reflective listening and empathy to help clarify goals and build self-direction.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and day-to-day realities. That may mean mixing approaches across sessions as issues and priorities change.

Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and let people connect without travel time. Therapists can also suggest between-session exercises and practical steps that fit into home, work, or caregiving routines.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Credentials

Utah, Virginia

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Brandon address?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, trauma and abuse, addictions, parenting strain, and career or life changes.

What is his therapeutic style?

His style is client-centered and collaborative. Sessions focus on clear conversations, practical steps, and developing coping skills that fit everyday life.

What experience does he have?

He has 11 years of experience working with people dealing with trauma, mood concerns, relationship patterns, and substance-related issues.

What credentials and region apply?

He holds LCMHC and LPC credentials and practices in Utah with licensure noted as UT LCMHC and VA LPC.

Which languages are used in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Brandon?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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