Barbara Adams

My communication style

I work to create a safe space by using soft tones, compassion, humor, reflective listening, and transparency. I am a straightforward communicator and will pause to make sure I am understanding you and that you are understanding me. I will work as hard as you to reach your goal(s).

My journey to mental healthcare

In my 30's I realized I was not satisfied with my life. I was making a decent living but not feeling fulfilled. I went to an information session about the counseling program at Lewis and Clark College in Portland and walked away with inspiration. To sit with someone as they work to create change for themselves is an honor.

My goals for you

You are seeking counseling for a reason: something you want different in your life. My job is to figure out how to get you there. Treatment plans are a snapshot of where you are currently and the next step(s) to make a change, and we design them together. Sometimes it's a bit of trial-and-error to find the right combination(s) for change.

Our first session

My first session with a client is spent getting an understanding of why they are seeking therapy, some general background information, and a deeper dive into the issue(s). At the end of this session, I will do a check-in to see if you feel we would be a good fit moving forward.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Spiritual