About

Dr. Astra Brantley is an MD licensed in Maryland with 25 years of professional experience working with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, depression, and compassion fatigue. Her clinical focus includes a wide range of relational and emotional concerns, including caregiver stress, blended family issues, divorce and separation, and the effects of trauma and personality-related difficulties.

She approaches clinical work with the belief that each person is the expert on their own story and that existing strengths are essential resources for change. That perspective guides a collaborative process that explores life purpose, family of origin dynamics, communication problems, and struggles with guilt, shame, or forgiveness. Dr. Brantley also attends to concerns such as isolation, infidelity, multicultural issues, and age-related or geriatric matters.

Dr. Brantley aims to support and empower clients who are ready to take steps toward a more fulfilling life. She practices in English and holds an MD license listed as MD Psychologist 02035 in Maryland.
Location:
Maryland, United States
Years Experience:
25
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Grief, Depression, Compassion fatigue
Other areas of experience: Blended family issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Workplace issues

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: MD Psychologist 02035
  • NPI Number: 1114955648
  • License: Psychologist (Maryland)

Remote sessions and therapeutic stance

Dr. Brantley does not list specific clinical modalities, but her written approach emphasizes a strengths-based, client-centered stance and a focus on support and empowerment. She frames clients as the experts of their own stories and works alongside them to identify strengths, clarify values, and set goals related to stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, and related concerns.

In practice this looks like collaborative conversations that explore personal history, relationship patterns, caregiver and blended-family dynamics, and responses to traumatic or stressful events. The supportive and empowering orientation aims to help clients make choices that reflect their priorities while acknowledging the real challenges they face.

Remote sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Dr. Brantley is licensed in Maryland and does not accept international clients. The online format can be used to maintain continuity of care and to engage in the collaborative work described above.

What is Dr. Brantley’s clinical experience?

She has 25 years of professional experience working with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, depression, and compassion fatigue.

What credentials does she hold?

Dr. Brantley holds an MD credential and is listed as MD Psychologist 02035.

Which languages does she speak?

She provides services in English.

Where is Dr. Brantley licensed to practice?

She is licensed in Maryland.

How can clients work with her remotely?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as communication options.

Does she accept international clients?

No. This profile indicates she does not accept international clients.

How much do sessions cost?

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

How do I get started?

Begin by using the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire to be connected.