Brent Hope, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Brent is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Brent is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
More about Brent
- 33 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
My view of people was shaped in childhood by two cultural touchstones: Fred Rogers and the album Free to Be, You and Me. Helping people work through difficult emotions such as guilt, shame, and life’s many stressors begins with reconnecting them to their inherent worth. I see my role as coming alongside clients and supporting them as they move forward with greater self-compassion and resilience. As clients heal from current challenges, they often develop the flexibility and insight needed to reduce future suffering related to depression, anxiety, bipolar conditions, and trauma.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Brent Hope's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609031384.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149005710 · Renews November 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Brent Hope offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Brent Hope works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Brent Hope speak?
Brent Hope speaks English.
How many years of experience does Brent Hope have?
Brent Hope has 33 years of experience.
Where is Brent Hope licensed to practice?
Brent Hope is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Brent Hope accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Brent Hope accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Brent Hope accept insurance?
Yes, Brent Hope accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Centivo, and Cigna.
Does Brent Hope accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Brent Hope does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Brent Hope offer?
Brent Hope offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Brent Hope?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey.