Barbara Garrett, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

I offer insightful, supportive, and interactive therapy blended with resourceful, practical suggestions that can help you heal life’s hurts, like yourself more, adjust to life’s transitions, and develop improved communication skills and relationships. Many people think that they should be able to solve their problems by themselves, but doing it yourself does not mean doing it alone. It means bringing in the resources that will assist you. You can create a better life – first decide to, and then bring in the resources you need to do so. I invite you to let me be your resource, and assist you in improving your relationships and life.

Learn More About Barbara

Services Provided

Counseling for Adults, Couples, Families & Teens 14+

Location: Currently Online Only

Education

M.S.W. in Clinical Social Work, The Catholic University of America
M.A. in Counseling Psychology, George Mason University
B.A. in Psychology, Adelphi University

Treatment Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Solution Focused Brief Therapy
Cognitive Therapy
Psychodynamic
Behavior Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Existential Therapy
Relational Therapy

Professional Experience

I have 30 years experience helping individuals and couples assisting with issues such as:

For Individuals – Depression, anxiety, anger management, panic attacks, phobias, bulimia, unsatisfying relationships, dating issues, childhood trauma, parenting skills, interpersonal skill development, alcohol abuse, internet addiction, career problems, marriage difficulties, gay and lesbian issues, separation/divorce and life coaching.
For Couples – Communication issues, recovering from an affair, premarital counseling, sexual issues and enhancing intimacy, divorce issues, co-parenting.

Insurances Accepted

Aetna
Blue Cross & Blue Shield
Medicare
Tricare
United/UMR/Optum
Cigna
Medcost

Specialties

Trauma/PTSD
Substance Abuse
Eating Disorders
Relationship Issues
LGBTQ
Depression
Anxiety
Bipolar
Anger Management
Self Harm/Suicidal Ideation
Internet Addiction
Parenting Relationships w/Adult Children
Career/Workplace Issues
Separation/Divorce Recovery
Parenting Skills

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Second Saturday Series

Divorce is a complex and painful process. It can be overwhelming to navigate loss, transition, and shifting dynamics associated with divorce. Join Barbara for Second Saturday as we explore the grieving experience, caring for yourself, relating to your former partner, and helping your children through this difficult time.

Barbara Garrett, LCSW