Barbara Angstadt, LCSW — Therapist in New Jersey

Hi there, I'm Barbara!

I believe that therapy is a collaborative approach between the client and the clinician. Collaboration involves respect and considering the wants and needs of the individuals as the clinician and client work towards addressing issues and finding solutions to improve the quality of life for individuals.

My focus

I have worked extensively with military families, trauma survivors, and individuals with anxiety disorders and depression. I also have an extensive background in grief and loss and family counseling with both parents, couples, and families.

My approach

My approach is client-centered. I will listen to your concerns and needs, and together we can develop the best plan to reach goals or process concerns. These goals will be developed with empathy, open-mindedness, and unconditional positive regard.

My communication style

I believe that a casual and open non-judgmental style helps the client open up and discuss their issues and concerns. The sessions are client-centered so that the client takes the lead in exploring their needs rather than a structured or programmed style.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have always considered therapy as a profession. I was the person people came to with problems and concerns. In college, I knew I wanted to help individuals with their needs. Working with individuals and families, and seeing them progress to healthier relationships or less trauma, is a driving force for me.

My goals for you

Setting goals is a collaborative effort between the client and the clinician. The goals are developed with long-term and short-term goals in mind. Short-term goals are developed so that individuals can realize growth and change with small increments and build on the motivation to tackle more difficult issues.

Our first session

The first session involves establishing a comfortable and safe environment. Presenting concerns will be explored in a caring and nonjudgmental manner. Information will be obtained to develop goals and skills. The approach is casual and non-structured, with the client telling their story in a manner that is comfortable and safe for them.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Art Therapy

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Reality Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 9 more

Focus populations

Blind

Cancer

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Military/Veterans

Single Mother

+ 6 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Preteens

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo

+ 24 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill and a Master in Counseling (MC) from East Carolina University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Barbara Angstadt