Brian Wicks , LMFT

Brian Wicks centers his practice on helping people adapt to life’s inevitable changes by fostering fresh perspectives that lead to meaningful growth. With over 10 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), he has worked with hundreds of individuals, couples, and families, guiding clients to recognize and reshape the stories that influence their daily lives.

He views each client as the author of their own narrative, believing that anyone can revise how their story unfolds. He works collaboratively to identify patterns and perspectives, both conscious and unconscious, that keep people engaged in repeating cycles, and then supports practical shifts to break those cycles and create new ways of relating and coping.

As an African American male, Brian brings an awareness of how race, ethnicity, and culture shape meaning and experience. He aims to provide culturally competent care by listening to each person’s story and by acknowledging how societal context can influence feelings about the therapy process. That focus includes rebuilding trust for people of color who may have had or heard of negative encounters with mental health services.

Brian emphasizes individualized work rather than one-size-fits-all solutions. He partners with clients to find approaches that fit their unique needs and to support a transition toward what he calls a New Normal.

Relational and Narrative Approaches for Online Care

Brian Wicks often draws on relational and narrative-minded techniques to guide online therapy. A relational or family-systems approach looks at how patterns between people shape feelings and behavior, helping clients address relationship dynamics and intergenerational patterns that affect day-to-day life. Narrative-informed work invites clients to explore the stories they tell about themselves, identifying unhelpful themes and opening the possibility of rewriting those stories to support healing and growth.

He also uses practical, evidence-informed strategies focused on changing recurring habits and managing stress in daily life. These techniques are applied in ways that fit each person’s context and goals, such as building coping skills or improving communication. Choosing the right method is part of the therapy process - Brian collaborates with clients to determine what approaches best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to connect across distances. These options offer flexibility in timing and format, allowing clients and licensed professionals to work together in ways that suit individual routines and comfort levels.