Branden Hidalgo is a third-year Psy.D. student of Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School, currently honing his skills as a DBT therapist intern at The Chicago DBT Institute. Branden entered his doctoral program in 2022, where he explores his various interests in clinical, forensic, sport, and health psychology. In his undergraduate studies, Branden was a research assistant in two clinical psychology labs studying anxiety, OCD, and ADHD. After earning a double bachelor's degree in computer science and psychology, Branden worked as a behavior technician, delivering ABA therapy to children on the autism spectrum. 

With a dedication to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Branden channels his passion for holistic health and wellness into his therapeutic approach with clients using evidence-based practices. Driven by the principles of DBT, Branden values the integration of mindfulness, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness into his practice. With a keen interest in the mind-body connection and experience in behavioral intervention, Branden strives to help clients develop practical skills, such as breathing and visualization techniques, to manage emotions, navigate relationships, foster personal growth, and facilitate lasting change. Committed to promoting positive change and well-being, Branden is dedicated to helping individuals harness their innate potential and live more fulfilling lives through the transformative power of DBT therapy.