We were lucky to catch up with Brandy Unger recently and have shared our conversation below.

Brandy, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Over the course of your career, have you seen or experienced your field completely flip-flop or change course on something?

When therapy suddenly moved online in 2020, many people weren’t sure what to expect. Would it still feel personal? Would it work? I’ve been providing therapy 100% online since that pivotal shift, and I’ve seen how it can not only work but truly thrive.

Before the pandemic, therapy was almost entirely in-person, and virtual sessions were often seen as a last resort. But as the world shut down and isolation set in, mental health needs soared. Online therapy became a lifeline, offering continuity, connection, and comfort at a time when everything else felt uncertain. What began as a necessary adjustment evolved into a lasting, transformative shift in how we access mental health care.

In my practice, I’ve seen how the flexibility and comfort of teletherapy can foster deep emotional work. Clients often open up more quickly when they’re in familiar surroundings, whether that’s their bedroom, car, or favorite chair. I’ve witnessed breakthroughs during sessions where someone’s dog is curled up next to them, or where we pause briefly so a toddler can be soothed. These moments, once seen as distractions, have become part of the fabric of healing, reminding us that therapy doesn’t exist outside of life, it happens inside of it.

The accessibility is another game-changer. People no longer have to take time off work, find childcare, or navigate traffic just to get help. Whether you’re a new mom with a sleeping baby, a professional in between meetings, or someone living in a rural area with no therapists nearby, online therapy makes it possible to say yes to yourself.

Of course, it’s not a one-size-fits-all model. Online therapy may not be ideal for every client or every type of issue, some situations benefit from the structure or sensory presence of in-person work. But for many, it has become a sustainable, empowering way to engage in meaningful support. I’m proud to be part of this evolution, and to continue making therapy more approachable, flexible, and integrated into real life.

Brandy, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship stress, parenting challenges, and major life transitions. My approach is warm, conversational, grounded, and always guided by genuine curiosity and respect for your lived experience. I value creating a space where you can feel heard, supported, and challenged when needed. I’m not afraid to bring in directness or a little humor if it helps you move forward with more clarity and ease.

Every session is shaped by your needs, using an integrative blend of evidence-based tools like CBT, Imago, Narrative, and Mindfulness-based practices. Therapy with me is practical, flexible, and deeply personal, never one-size-fits-all. You’ll find honest conversation, useful insights, and support that adapts as you do.

That means I don’t just listen; I help you make sense of what’s going on beneath the surface. Together, we’ll explore old beliefs, challenge unhelpful stories, and build new pathways toward self-trust, self-compassion, and clarity. The therapy process can be challenging work, but it’s also deeply rewarding. It’s where we make space for transformation to begin.

With a background in law and forensic psychology, I bring a unique lens to therapy that blends structure with deep empathy. I hold a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, a Juris Doctorate, and I’m a National Board-Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor in multiple states, including Texas, Louisiana, and Florida.

I’m especially passionate about supporting women, new parents, and high-achieving professionals, people who often carry a quiet heaviness behind a polished exterior. If that sounds familiar, know that therapy doesn’t have to be intimidating. Whether we’re working together individually, as a couple, or through the Eudaimonia Program, I’ll meet you where you are.

Can you tell us about what’s worked well for you in terms of growing your clientele?

The most effective strategy has been leading with real connection. The clients who come to me often say, “I’ve never felt so heard before.” That feeling of being truly seen and understood is the heart of my work, and the reason my practice continues to grow.

Most of my referrals come from people I’ve worked with directly such as current and former clients as well as from other therapists and medical professionals who trust the care I provide. Clients often tell me that therapy with me feels both grounded and useful. That kind of trust, whether built through the work itself or through professional collaboration means everything to me.

I don’t use a lot of advertising or social media to grow my practice. Instead, I focus on showing up authentically for each person I work with. When someone feels cared for, supported, and empowered, they naturally want to share that experience with others.

Can you tell us about a time you’ve had to pivot?

While the therapy field experienced a major shift during the pandemic, moving almost entirely online, my own personal and professional pivot came years earlier and it shaped everything about how I practice today. I made the decision to shift from a career in law to a career in psychotherapy. It wasn’t easy, but it was necessary. I realized I didn’t just want to advocate for justice in the courtroom, I wanted to be present with people during some of their most vulnerable moments and help them make meaning and heal.

At the time, I was working as a capital mitigation specialist, supporting individuals navigating the most serious and complex criminal cases. The stories I encountered, the generational trauma, the resilience, it was profound. But over time, I found myself more drawn to the emotional and psychological dimensions of the work than to the legal process itself. This realization helped me fully commit to pursuing therapy as my professional path.

This shift gave me the opportunity to carry forward the parts of forensic work I loved like complex case conceptualization, trauma-informed investigation, and systemic insight and apply them in a therapeutic setting that centers healing and human connection.

Some pivots are about completely changing course. Others are about finding a new way to use what you know and who you are. For me, that pivot has allowed me to support people not just in surviving but in reclaiming their voice, their story, and their sense of power.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.BrandyUnger.com
• Instagram: @BrandyUngerTherapy
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandyunger/
• Other: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/brandy-unger-bee-cave-tx/303392

Image Credits

Image Credits
All photos are by Jessica at Jessica Rockowitz Photography. Her website is: https://jessicarockowitz.com/ and IG: @jessicarockowitz. Hair and Makeup Credit to: Lisa Gleeson, IG: @ lisagleesonmakeupartist