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Brian Carlson

Both remote and in person
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
LMFT

About Brian

Founder, The Way Psychological Treatment Center I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over two decades of experience in clinical and counseling psychology. From early work with individuals with developmental disabilities to international teaching and cross-cultural immersion. My path has always been guided by a deep commitment to human dignity and healing. I offer evidence-based therapy rooted in compassion, spiritual integrity, and clinical rigor. My practice serves individuals, couples, and families navigating trauma, addiction, relational challenges, and life transitions. I specialize in integrative approaches that honor the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—and I am licensed to provide care in both California and Florida. Whether working in-person or through telehealth, I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. Healing is not a destination—it’s a journey. And I am honored to walk alongside those who seek it.

Licensed in

California Florida

Services

Couples Group in-person Group remote Individual in-person Individual remote Low-dose psycholytic Retreats Self-guided

Specialties

Addiction Anxiety Attachment Bipolar Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Couples Depression Dialectical behavior therapy Eating disorders Existential Therapy Family / Marital Therapy Grief Integrative Therapy Internal Family Systems (IFS) Interpersonal Therapy LGBTQ+ Mindfulness OCD Postpartum Psychoanalysis PTSD Relationship Issues Seniors Sex addiction/therapy Sleep/insomnia Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Somatic Spirituality Substance abuse Transgender/non-binary Transpersonal Therapy Trauma Veterans & First Responders

Languages Spoken

English

Insurance Accepted

Blue Shield of California Health Net Medicare Other United Healthcare

Session Cost Sliding scale

With insurance $10-$30* Out of pocket $100 - $225
*Typical copay range