Barbara Levy, LCP — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Barbara!

I'm in private practice with exposure to the business world, which contributes to my understanding of my clients' needs. I work with individuals and couples, bringing a range of life experiences to our sessions.

My focus

People usually see me because they are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, or anger for a significant period of time, or want to improve their relationships.

My approach

I like to use cognitive-behavioral approaches when appropriate while recognizing that clients have individual needs. The focus is on helping us become aware of unhelpful thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and reshaping them. We also look at relationship issues and gain understanding about how we approach our relationships.

My communication style

The relationship I have with my clients is all-important. I am a warm, empathetic, and open-minded listener. I respect my client's life experiences and will work collaboratively with them to achieve the positive outcomes that they want.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have seen many people, including some family members, experience emotional pain and distress, and I have wanted to understand the reasons for this and to find out how this pain can be alleviated. We each have different ways in which we can be helpful to others; the practice of Psychology is my way.

My goals for you

We look at short-term goals and long-term goals. Over the long term, working with my clients on the issues that bring them to see me helps them gain more satisfaction from their lives and an improved sense of well-being.

Our first session

At the end of the first session, we should see a path toward relieving emotional pain and improving emotional and mental health with the knowledge that our sessions will be a collaborative approach.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Interfaith, Unitarian Universalism

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in School of Education, Counseling Psychology Program from University of California, Berkeley and a Master of Arts (MA) in Research Psychology from San Francisco State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Barbara Levy