Fanteema Barnes

(she/her)

LCSW, 25 years of experience
Warm
Humorous
VirtualAvailable

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker passionate about supporting women of color, caregivers, young adults, and LGBTQ+ individuals navigating stress, identity, relationships, and life transitions. I create a safe, culturally responsive space where clients feel seen and heard. Together, we build practical tools for healing, boundaries, and self-confidence so you can move forward with clarity, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

You can expect me to show up authentically, laughing, using metaphors, giving visual examples to make a point, and being your accountability partner. Think of me as the passenger in your car. You are driving but I am beside you guiding you when needed.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I'm honest and relatable. I don't just listen or tell you what you want to hear. I provide practical strategies to apply to your every day life. I am open to feedback because this process doesn't work unless you feel it is beneficial to you. I also pride myself in responding in a timely manner (within 24-48 hours) because I have heard that too many clients go unanswered when searching for a therapist.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I specialize in serving women of color and the LGBTQ+ community. I am also a caregiver advocate, helping women who raise children and take care of their parents (also known as the sandwich generation). I also love working with young adults helping them navigate college and career transitions. I help people manage anxiety, depression, relationship issues (with loved ones, dating, and professionally), self-esteem issues, and trauma.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety

Trauma and PTSD

Women's Issues

Other specialties

Career Counseling

Coping Skills

Depression

I identify as

Black / African American

Hispanic / Latinx

Woman

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)

Licensed in

New Jersey

Accepts cash

$120/session

Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Helping clients make the connection between their thoughts , feelings, and behaviors.

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Helping clients process trauma without having to constantly share the details of their trauma. 12-session structure.

Eclectic

I blend CBT, Mindfulness, and elements of DBT and somatic therapy based on client needs.

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