LCPC, 20 years of experience
My name is Wanda Barnes, I am a licensed mental health therapist LMHC in Florida and a licensed professional counselor (LPC), in the State of Maine. I started working in substance abuse at 17 years old driving the bus that took clients to AA/NA. Many years later I am still passionate about working with those who struggle with addiction of any kind or those who love them. I also worked 9 years with children and families in schools and foster care. Later I opened and operated a mental health clinic in Florida.
In the first session expect that I will ask you a million questions so that we can get to know each other better. I truly believe that a therapist is like a pair of shoes, they can be a great, expensive pair of shoes but if they do not fit your feet they are not for you. I want you to take the first session to decide if working with me is best for you. A good therapeutic relationship is extremely important to achieving great results.
I am kind to those that need some nurturing to get through their current experiences. I am willing to give a nudge to those who need it. I believe in teaching tools, tools that you can use the rest of your life. Most importantly, I am an imperfect human being who has talked to thousands in her life and has lived enough to learn how to navigate life as well as possible.
Over the years I have worked with families, couples, adults, teens and children. I enjoy working with all ages and all genders. I have experience working with clients from young to old and everything in between. I work well with substance abusers and their families. I love working with those who struggle with ADHD, anxiety and depression. I work well with seniors.
I have been practicing as a therapist for over 20 years
I have been practicing as a therapist for over 20 years using positive psychology has enhanced my ability to help clients be in the moment
I have been practicing as a therapist for over 20 years. Compassionate counseling has helped me work cooperatively with clients. It helps me work appropriately with clients of all ages and all genders.
I have worked with couples as well and families. Helping clients communicate better, deal with children, work stressors and retirement.