Dr. Bradley (Brad) Bull

Dr. Bradley (Brad) Bull helps people manage relationship strain, parenting pressures, depression, anxiety, trauma, and the stress that comes with major life changes. He is experienced with intimacy concerns, self-esteem struggles, ADHD, LGBT issues, and challenges tied to family of origin and divorce. Brad's approach aims to make difficult problems feel more understandable and manageable. Brad uses straightforward, practical conversations to unravel what feels tangled. He draws on client-centered work to follow each person's priorities. He also uses cognitive behavioral ideas to spot patterns of thinking that keep problems going. At times he incorporates EMDR for trauma-related memories and the Gottman Method for relationship skills. His training mixes academic study and hands-on experience. He completed a PhD in child and family studies with an emphasis in counseling and has practiced for about 20 years. Early clinical work at a student counseling center and training at a community counseling center shaped how he listens and plans therapy. Sessions with Brad tend to focus on clear goals and real-world tools. People can expect practical strategies for communication, managing mood, and facing transitions. He often ties therapy work to everyday routines so gains carry over outside the office. Outside of clinical work he keeps a grounded outlook from a rural upbringing and varied life jobs. He enjoys biking, movies, reading, Scrabble, hiking, canoeing, and furniture refinishing. That background informs a relaxed, down-to-earth style in sessions.

How his approaches translate to online work

Client-centered therapy places the person's goals at the center and relies on active listening and reflection to help someone feel heard and decide next steps. This approach is useful for life transitions, relationship concerns, and finding direction.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing practical behavior changes. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and habit patterns that make daily life harder.

EMDR addresses distressing memories and body-held reactions using guided processing techniques to reduce the intensity of traumatic memories and their effects over time.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that fit their goals, needs, and comfort level rather than forcing a single style.

Confirm current session options before booking to learn which online formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, allow more frequent short check-ins, and reduce travel time. It also makes it possible to use worksheets, in-session behavioral experiments, and real-time skill practice that connect directly to everyday routines.