Hi there, I'm Barbara!
I’m a clinical social worker with a lifelong curiosity about what it means to be human—what helps us heal, grow, and find peace. I earned my BS in Psychology and MSW from Eastern Washington University and have worked in a wide range of settings, including community mental health, hospitals, emergency rooms, psychiatric units, and more.
My focus
My client's focus centers on collaboration, respect, and individuality. I believe clients are the experts on their own lives, and therapy should be tailored to their unique experiences, values, and goals. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, safe, and empowered to move toward meaningful change at their own pace.
My approach
I believe therapy works best when people feel safe, seen, and respected as whole human beings—not defined by a diagnosis or problem. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and rooted in genuine connection, curiosity, and trust. I draw from insight-oriented and strengths-based perspectives while offering practical tools that support self-und
Expertise
Specialties
Treatment approaches
Focus populations
Therapy types
- Couples Therapy
- Individual Therapy
Ages served
- Adults
Practice
Accepted insurance providers
- Aetna
- Aetna - Medicare Advantage
- Allegiance
- Allied
- Arlo