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Barbara Brown, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Barbara is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Barbara. View 15 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Virginia

Recent reviews

Barbara is kind and has helped me with being able to redirect my thoughts when I am feeling overwhelmed. She is a great listener.

Reviewed November 2024

Barbara is very easy to talk to and very understanding. I feel like she truly listens.

Reviewed August 2024

More about Barbara

  • 29 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the Commonwealth of VA with over 25 years experience working with those challenged with emotional, grief, loss, and life altering and changing experiences that we all face at some point in our lives. Being human is not unique but how one copes and works through difficult experiences is. I have worked with many people of all ages, children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics in a variety of settings with differing challenges. The bottom line is we all struggle and we all deserve an opportunity to grasp the strength inside ourselves, to empower ourselves to move in ways that are more productive, more life affirming and accepting of who we are and where we hope to go.

I utilize methods that suit each individual while addressing needs, but also stretching comfort zones which is how we break out of our routines that got us into the difficulties we experience. It is difficult to ask for help, and reaching out can be very rewarding. I am here when you feel it is your time to reach out.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Trauma and abuse Self esteem Bipolar disorder Aging and geriatric issues Communication problems Forgiveness Hospice and end-of-life counseling Midlife crisis Mood disorders Self-love Women's issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy

Licenses

Barbara Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235193368.

  • LPC · Virginia · 0701003654 · Expires June 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Barbara Brown

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

15 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Amazing Comfortable Guidance Listens Professional Recommend Warm Thank you The best

Barbara is kind and has helped me with being able to redirect my thoughts when I am feeling overwhelmed. She is a great listener.

Reviewed November 2024

Barbara is very easy to talk to and very understanding. I feel like she truly listens.

Reviewed August 2024

Assessment, evaluation and goals are realistic for me

Reviewed July 2023

I love Barbara as a therapist! She’s come down on me for rescheduling but for good reasons! I haven’t taken it serious enough so I appreciate her concern and honesty. She’s the best!

Reviewed February 2023

Barbara was a phenomenal therapist for me. She was a beautiful fit for what I needed when I needed it. Her attentive listening and gentle guidance helped move me along in a way that felt really good to me. She created a beautiful space for me to explore and process my feelings. She has a warm and kind energy. I looked forward to our sessions. Thank you!

Reviewed December 2022

The best therapist I’ve ever had.

Reviewed September 2022

I came to Barbara after not connecting with another therapist, and was about to give up on my journey with counseling. From our first meeting I immediately felt revived. She is utmost a professional, but also a real person. She’s trustworthy and skilled. I felt like I received real action items along with meaningful conversation. She is gifted in her range of expertise, experiences, and knowledge. I’d recommend her to anyone.

Reviewed August 2022

Barbara is very goal oriented and helped me during a very difficult time in my life. She is good at working with what you need and is very task oriented.

Reviewed August 2022

Barbara is engaged and listens. My experience so far has been a game changer in how I feel about therapy and my likelihood of seeking out help in the future. I feel more empowered than ever with the skills she teaches and I look forward to learning more from her.

Reviewed July 2022

100% professional, but very warm and inviting. After our first session. I felt like I could tell her anything. After a couple of sessions, I knew it.

Reviewed June 2022

I absolutely loved working with Barbara, she helped me navigate through one of the hardest times of my life and get to a point where I could confidently move forward. I really appreciate her guidance and promoting me to consider questions and journaling my answers outside of our sessions. I would 100% recommend her as a therapist.

Reviewed May 2022

Barbara Brown is so amazing. She has helped me gain confidence in myself and battle my depression with techniques and exercises that have worked successfully for me. I’m able to reach out to her anytime I need to and she is always there for me. She makes me feel comfortable and secure and I can be vulnerable with her. She has really been a blessing for me in my hardest times and I’m very grateful for her and her compassion, empathy, expertise and knowledge. I plan on continuing care with her for as long as I feel I need it. Thank you Barbara!

Reviewed February 2022

Barbara is so wonderful. When I came to her with a goal she really pushed me to stay on topic with that goal. When something else is bothering me she gives that time then she goes and says well how are we doing with this again? She even gives me homework assignments. She has helped me so much.

Reviewed February 2022

I was really nervous to start therapy but my therapist is amazing! I feel 100% comfortable talking to her and I look forward to my sessions every week.

Reviewed January 2022

She’s help me grow so much in such a short time forever greatful!

Reviewed January 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Barbara Brown offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Barbara Brown works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Barbara Brown speak?

Barbara Brown speaks English.

How many years of experience does Barbara Brown have?

Barbara Brown has 29 years of experience.

Where is Barbara Brown licensed to practice?

Barbara Brown is licensed to practice in Virginia.

Does Barbara Brown accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Barbara Brown does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Barbara Brown offer?

Barbara Brown offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Narrative Therapy.

How can I communicate with Barbara Brown?

Barbara Brown can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Barbara Brown?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.