I feel that I got matched perfectly with Barbara. She has given me so much hope and I can already tell the difference from two sessions on how I feel. She intuitively knows how to get me to reveal thoughts I didn’t even know I had. I appreciate her so much.
Barbara Wahler, LCSW
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.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Barbara. View 5 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
Barbara has restored my faith in therapists. She immediately put me at ease and helped me work through and process decades of unresolved painful issues with my family. She keeps it real and reminds me how important it is to stay in tune with my body as well.
More about Barbara
- 31 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Are you longing to understand what’s happening in your relationships?
Do you find it difficult to reach your child, your partner, your boss?
Maybe you're struggling to understand each other and not sure what went wrong...
Relationships can be difficult for everyone - for teens, for families, for couples, and for communities. Teens are struggling to discover their identities and that means sometimes they're hard to be around. For bi-racial couples, those in mixed-race blended families, or anyone wrestling with sexual identity it’s hard to know where to turn.
Right now things might seem unmanageable, but it won't always be that way. There IS hope; things will get better and I'd like to help. My mission is to help individuals and families move through life's transitions. I serve youth and adults from a variety of backgrounds/cultures who grapple with concerns about identity, self-esteem, parenting, LGBTQ+, relationships, school problems, spirituality and women's issues. I received my Masters in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago and for over 30 years I have specialized in re-connecting and opening communication in strained relationships.
It's important for me to partner with clients in order to move toward healing. My methods are relational and client-focused, rooted in a background of family systems. I offer support to people wherever they may be and use different methods to connect. We may move, draw, play, listen to music, or merely sit together; always, however, with the goal of moving toward healing and wholeness.
Please take that first step toward healing and contact me. Look forward to feeling better and creating a happier life!
Specialties
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Self esteem
Addictions
Parenting issues
Depression
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Body image
Communication problems
Control issues
Family problems
Guilt and shame
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Multicultural concerns
Prejudice and discrimination
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Licenses
Barbara Wahler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053521807.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149.008973 · Expires November 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 Wahler
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I feel that I got matched perfectly with Barbara. She has given me so much hope and I can already tell the difference from two sessions on how I feel. She intuitively knows how to get me to reveal thoughts I didn’t even know I had. I appreciate her so much.
Barbara has restored my faith in therapists. She immediately put me at ease and helped me work through and process decades of unresolved painful issues with my family. She keeps it real and reminds me how important it is to stay in tune with my body as well.
My Therapy sessions are very helpful. I would recommend my Therapist to anyone :-)
Barbara is amazing, she listens and really hears me in everything I talk about. Shows zero judgement which comforts me all the time.
Barbara is simply amazing, very sweet and attentive, i’ve learned so much with her and she made me realize so much about my self. After 2 months of therapy today i have the right tools to have a healthy and peaceful life. If i ever come back to better help i would love to have Barbara as my therapist ❤️
Frequently asked questions
Does Barbara Wahler offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Barbara Wahler 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 Wahler speak?
Barbara Wahler speaks English.
How many years of experience does Barbara Wahler have?
Barbara Wahler has 31 years of experience.
Where is Barbara Wahler licensed to practice?
Barbara Wahler is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Barbara Wahler accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Barbara Wahler accepts 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."
How can I communicate with Barbara Wahler?
Barbara Wahler 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 Wahler?
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.