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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About Wanda
Wanda Barnes, LCPC, LMHC, holds licensure in Florida and has 15 years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship issues, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, eating concerns, parenting and compassion fatigue. She also lists work with LGBT concerns and many related areas such as attachment issues, blended family concerns, caregiver stress, and chronic illness.
Barnes uses client-centered care in sessions. She listens for what feels important to each person and adapts conversations around their concerns. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people identify patterns of thinking that worsen mood or anxiety. She also draws on trauma-focused approaches when past harm is a central concern.
Her practical style includes mindfulness and solution-focused techniques. Mindfulness work helps people notice stress reactions and calm strong emotions. Solution-focused work breaks down problems into small, manageable steps and tracks what changes over time.
Barnes has experience addressing parenting and co-parenting challenges, including work related to adoption and foster care. She also supports people facing aging and geriatric questions, body image struggles, codependency, and grief. She mentions helping with both acute crises and ongoing, chronic stressors.
Sessions are conducted in English and Romanian as needed. Wanda describes creating an open, nonjudgmental environment so clients can speak frankly about their thoughts and feelings. To begin, she asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session through the site.
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How her therapeutic methods translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting. Online sessions allow this by giving space for people to talk about what matters most and for the therapist to mirror back concerns and goals. This approach helps with relationship problems, parenting stress, and ongoing mood issues.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) on video or phone includes identifying negative thought patterns and testing new behaviors. CBT can help with anxiety, depression, ADHD-related routines, and coping with bipolar symptoms by breaking problems into steps and practicing specific skills.
Mindfulness therapy teaches noticing thoughts and body sensations without judgment. Online sessions can include guided practices and brief in-session exercises to reduce reactivity to stress and cravings tied to addictions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with clients about goals, past treatments, and preferences, and then recommend methods to try. This is a collaborative process that can shift as needs change.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit counseling into work, school, or caregiving schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Discuss scheduling and practical preferences with the therapist when arranging the first appointment.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Florida, Maine
Languages
English, Romanian
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, eating concerns, parenting, and compassion fatigue among other related topics.
What is her approach in sessions?
She uses a client-centered style and combines cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, solution-focused work, and trauma-focused methods when appropriate.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional work experience.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds LCPC and LMHC credentials and is licensed in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Romanian.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.