Brenden Bell (he/him)

Brenden Bell is a dedicated social worker with a Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan. Currently serving as the Care Coordination Manager at Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center, Brenden provides LGBTQIA+ affirming case management and therapy, while also overseeing program development and managing a team of interns and volunteers. With experience as a therapist at LifeStance Health, he has worked with diverse populations, addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, and trauma. Brenden is passionate about advocacy and community engagement, exemplified through his role as a board member and podcast host for Refuge Radio, where he amplifies the voices of those affected by religious trauma. Committed to fostering resilience and support within the LGBTQ+ community, Brenden utilizes his skills in counseling, assessment, and program coordination to create inclusive and impactful initiatives.