LPC, 24 years of experience
Hello! I am Barbara, a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia. I received my Masters degree from Columbus State University in the year 200, and have over 24 years of work experience. I currently work with adults 18 years old or older. My experience includes, helping clients with depression, anxiety, grief, anger management, and self esteem issues. I also have experience with helping couples to repair trust, improve communication, and to strengthen their emotional intimacy with each other.
The initial session will give us an opportunity to get to know each other. I will do everything I can to make you feel comfortable sharing your story with me. I will help you to set goals based on what you want to achieve and will provide you with ongoing support with obtaining your goals. If you think I am a good match for you, future sessions will be scheduled based on times that are convenient for you.
I feel that one of my strengths is my passion for working with and helping people. I have had to overcome many obstacles throughout my life in order to achieve my goals, of which one was to become a Licensed Professional Counselor. My belief is that God places people we need in our lives to help us with whatever we need help with. This is because I had people in my life who cared enough to help me overcome my obstacles. I am also a good listener and communicate well with others.
I know how uncomfortable it can be to open up and share your story with a therapist, because I have been on the other side of therapy. This is why I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles with concerns related to anxiety, depression, and/or any other issues they may be dealing with. It is important to find a therapist who is a good match for you. If you are ready to make positive changes in your life and are willing to put in the work required to do this, then I would be a good match for you.
The CBT method assumes that our thoughts & beliefs affect our emotions and behavior. This method is used to help clients identify and challenge any negative thoughts or beliefs they may have.