Brian Zayman, LCSW

Licensed in North Carolina · 26 years in practice

Brian Zayman offers therapy grounded in a mix of practical and insight-oriented approaches.

License and registration

LCSW, North Carolina: C010825 · expires June 2027
LCSW, Nevada: 10339-C · expires September 2026
LCSW, Connecticut: 58.015049 · expires September 2026
NPI: 1760696256 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 26
Languages: English

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About Brian

Brian Zayman offers therapy grounded in a mix of practical and insight-oriented approaches. He is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 26 years of experience and brings a direct, conversational style to sessions. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma and addiction concerns.

Brian works with adults and couples, using clear language and real-world strategies. He asks clients to set their own goals and checks in on progress during sessions.

Background and approach

Sessions are informal and open, and he invites questions about anything that matters to the client. In practice he combines client-centered listening with narrative and psychodynamic ideas to help people understand patterns that keep them stuck. He also uses solution-focused techniques and Internal Family Systems ideas to develop concrete steps forward.

This blend lets him both explore deeper feelings and build practical coping skills. Clients can expect help with self-esteem, anger, communication problems, and adapting to major life changes. He has worked on issues related to abandonment, attachment, body image, caregiving stress, and co-occurring concerns.

Brian aims to improve problem solving and decision making while attending to emotional and spiritual needs. He offers weekday early morning and daytime appointments to fit different schedules. Sessions are delivered through online formats including video calls, phone, live chat, and text messaging.

To begin, prospective clients use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Brian lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Depression
Addictions
Family conflicts
Anger management
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Approaches Brian names

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Online support

How Brian's Approaches Work Online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding your experience. The therapist follows the client's lead, reflects what matters most, and helps people clarify goals and values; this approach is helpful for dealing with stress, low mood, and relationship concerns.

Narrative Therapy looks at the stories people tell about themselves and their problems. By separating the person from the problem, it helps reframe difficult experiences and build different ways of acting in relationships and daily life.

Psychodynamic ideas pay attention to patterns that repeat across relationships and time. Exploring those patterns can help explain recurring conflicts and emotional reactions so people can make different choices going forward.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which combination of methods fits best based on goals, preferences, and the issues at hand. That discussion is ongoing and can change as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging. Video is useful for in-depth conversations and visual connection. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a client prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging provide short check-ins, quick problem-solving, and support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and keep momentum between meetings.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Brian commonly address?

He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and addiction, plus related areas like self-esteem and coping with life changes.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He combines listening with practical steps, inviting clients to set goals while exploring patterns that affect their life.

How much experience does he have?

Brian brings 26 years of professional experience working in a range of settings with adults and couples.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) holding North Carolina and Nevada LCSW credentials and practices from North Carolina.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available online?

He works through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does pricing work?

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

How do I begin therapy with him?

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