Dr. Brenda McQuillan is a distinguished mental health therapist with over 25 years of experience treating individuals who have endured trauma and other life stressors. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a PhD in Health Practice Research. Specializing in trauma treatment, she is certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and has received extensive training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). Her therapeutic approach also integrates Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and traditional psychotherapy, tailored to individual client needs.

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Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Brenda McQuillan contributes significantly to academia, serving as a clinical associate professor of social work where she teaches assessment and intervention courses to graduate level social work students. Her leadership has extended to various administrative roles in academia, reflecting her commitment to advancing social work education and the use of evidence-based interventions in the field.

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Dr. Brenda McQuillan is known for her compassionate and strengths-based approach to therapy used while accompanying clients on their journey through trauma recovery. Her practice is distinguished by its LGBTQ+ affirming stance and a reputation for achieving exceptional client outcomes.

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Learn more about Brenda on Psychology Today:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/brenda-mcquillan-rochester-ny/1441776