Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 50 insurances. Specializes in ADHD, Addiction, Anxiety and 9 more.
(she/her)
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 numerous families, couples, (I am currently not taking 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 identify as
Cash - $85 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Ambetter Health
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Florida Blue
Florida Blue - Medicare
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Medicare
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have been practicing as a therapist for over 20 years
Positive Psychology
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
Compassion Focused
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.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Suicide Prevention (CBT-SP)
I have worked with individuals as well and families. Helping clients communicate better, deal with children, work stressors and retirement.
19 ratings with written reviews
May 5, 2026
She is very understanding
December 30, 2025
A very easy person to talk to. She's someone who has a lot in common with me.
December 26, 2025
Easy to communicate with, we are the same age and from same generation