Madi Brust, LAC
Clientele: Adolescents (12+), Adults
Specialties: Anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, trauma, OCD, military veteran concerns, life transitions
Approach: EMDR, CBT, DBT, ACT, ERP, trauma-informed care
Insurance & Private Pay rate: Aetna, BCBS, Cigna; $125/ 55 min
Showing Up as Ourselves
“Everyone fails at who they’re supposed to be, Thor. The measure of a person, of a hero, is how well they succeed at being who they are.”
Frigga, Avengers: Endgame
Our sessions might include laughter, tears, difficult conversations, and everything in between. We might talk about your favorite superheroes, the concert you went to last night, or the breakfast special at your favorite restaurant. And what can you expect from me? Plenty of Harry Potter and Avengers references, a check-in about how your dog is doing, and probably a little singing along to whatever song is stuck in your head.
Therapy isn’t just about working through the hard things; it’s also about celebrating the good, making space for the everyday moments, and getting to know all the parts of what makes you you. This is your space, and what you need in that moment is what matters most to me.
My Approach to Therapy
“Understanding is the first step to acceptance, and only with acceptance can there be recovery.”
Albus Dumbledore
My own journey has taught me the importance of trusting yourself and building a life that reflects your values rather than others’ expectations. As I explored different career paths and navigated significant personal life changes, I began to recognize how much the voices and expectations of others had influenced my decisions, sometimes making it difficult to hear my own. I eventually realized I was building a life around what I thought I should do rather than what I genuinely wanted. Those experiences led me to mental health and shaped my belief that growth begins with understanding ourselves, making peace with our experiences, and recognizing that our past and perceived shortcomings do not define our worth.
I bring this perspective into my work with curiosity, compassion, and an open mind. Together, we’ll explore the experiences and patterns that may be keeping you stuck, better understand how they shape your thoughts and behaviors, and identify what matters most to you. From there, we’ll work toward practical changes that feel manageable and align with the life you want to build.
How I Can Support You
“Words are, in my not-so-humble opinion, our most inexhaustible source of magic. Capable of both inflicting injury, and remedying it.”
Albus Dumbledore
I work with teens (13+) and adults navigating OCD, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, military and veteran-related concerns, and life transitions. I take a holistic, integrative approach to therapy, drawing from evidence-based modalities including CBT, ACT, ERP, DBT, and EMDR. These approaches help us explore the connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, challenge unhelpful patterns, and build skills for values-driven change.
My background in personal training, yoga, and nutrition also informs my work, recognizing the connection between mental and physical well-being. Alongside emotional and mental growth, we’ll explore sustainable habits around movement, nutrition, and self-care that support your physical vitality and overall well-being. Ultimately, I believe that when you shift your words, you can alter your mind, and when you adapt your mind, you can change your life.
THERAPY THAT FITS YOU
