Teea Fullen-Barnes
Hi! I enjoy helping individuals overcome challenges they may face in order to achieve their goals and to become the best version of themselves. - I have a special interest in working to address perinatal mental health concerns and working with those in the BIPOC community. Other clinical interests include anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem concerns, relationship concerns and healthy boundary setting. I've completed specialized training in Advance Perinatal Mental Health, Black Perinatal Mental Health, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety disorders and Perinatal Grief and Loss, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Lactation Education. I utilize therapeutic approaches including Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused, Dialectical Behavioral and EMDR therapies to guide treatment.
Strengths
I'm a genuine, down to earth therapist who believes therapy can be both meaningful and enjoyable. I'll validate your experiences, meet you with compassion, and challenge you when needed- while bringing humor, playfulness, and authenticity into our work together. I believe in balancing compassion with accountability and creating a therapeutic space where you can feel comfortable being yourself while being challenged to grow.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is someone who is ready and willing to show up for themselves and put in the work that meaningful change requires. You may not have everything figured out, and that's okay!- Having an openness to self exploration, a willingness to be challenged, and a desire to grow. I'm a great fit for clients who are ready to get curious about their patterns, step outside their comfort zones, embrace vulnerability, and take an active role in their healing journey. You don't have to be perfect or have it all together, because none of us do, you just have to be willing to start!
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I incorporate CBT by helping clients identify the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We'll explore unhelpful thought patterns, challenge negative beliefs, and develop coping strategies. Sessions are collaborative and focused on building self-awareness, shifting perspectives, and creating meaningful changes that carry into everyday life.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I incorporate DBT by helping clients develop practical skills to navigate intense emotions, improve relationships, and manage distress. We'll focus on mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. I emphasize balancing acceptance and change while empowering clients to respond to life's challenges with greater confidence and intention.
EMDR
I incorporate EMDR to help clients process distressing experiences and reduce the emotional impact of past events. Through a structured approach involving bilateral stimulation, we work to reprocess memories, shift negative beliefs, and develop healthier perspectives. Treatment is paced collaboratively, with an emphasis on safety and readiness.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I incorporate a person-centered approach by creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, accepted, and understood. I prioritize genuine connection, empathy, and unconditional positive regard while allowing clients to guide their therapeutic journey. I believe clients are the experts on their own experiences.
Solution-Focused Brief Treatment
I incorporate SFBT by focusing on clients' strengths, resources, and possibilities rather than solely on problems. Together, we identify goals, explore what's already working, and build on small successes. I help clients recognize their ability to create change and take practical steps toward the future they want.
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Virtual sessions
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- KentuckyLicense 295592