Desiree Bridges, LCSW

Desiree Bridges, LCSW

Psychotherapist
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Desiree Bridges, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with a deep commitment to helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm. With several years of experience across community-based outpatient settings, she integrates evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based practices. Desiree creates a safe, trauma-informed environment where clients are supported in building insight, regulating emotions, and moving toward purposeful, values-aligned living. Desires therapeutic style is intentional, empowering, and grounded in authenticity. She believes healing begins with self-awareness and thrives in spaces where individuals feel truly seen and heard. She is especially passionate about serving BIPOC communities, women, veterans, and those navigating life transitions or generational trauma. Outside of her work, Desiree enjoys exploring holistic wellness, trying new recipes, spending time in nature, and discovering new places with her family. Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others. During your initial consultation we will craft a treatment plan personalized to your needs, and schedule follow-up appointments as needed.
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Overall rating

5.00

About Desiree Bridges

Focus areas

Anxiety
Mental Health Problem
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Depression
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Social Anxiety
Insomnia
Panic Attack

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Compassion Focused
Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Desiree Bridges

Desiree Bridges, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with a deep commitment to helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm. With several years of experience across community-based outpatient settings, she integrates evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based practices. Desiree creates a safe, trauma-informed environment where clients are supported in building insight, regulating emotions, and moving toward purposeful, values-aligned living. Desires therapeutic style is intentional, empowering, and grounded in authenticity. She believes healing begins with self-awareness and thrives in spaces where individuals feel truly seen and heard. She is especially passionate about serving BIPOC communities, women, veterans, and those navigating life transitions or generational trauma. Outside of her work, Desiree enjoys exploring holistic wellness, trying new recipes, spending time in nature, and discovering new places with her family. Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others. During your initial consultation we will craft a treatment plan personalized to your needs, and schedule follow-up appointments as needed.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation
Psychosexual Evaluation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Agoraphobia
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Grambling State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1265984793

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What languages does Desiree Bridges speak?

Desiree Bridges speaks English.

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