Barbara Lefdal, LPC-MH
- Depression and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Caregiver and older adult support
About Barbara Lefdal
Her practice places particular emphasis on older adults, caregivers, and individuals coping with social isolation and loneliness. She approaches each person with compassion and nuance, attending to areas such as self-love, communication challenges, social anxiety, and recovery from traumatic experiences.
Barbara draws on deep clinical expertise to address guilt, shame, and codependency, and she helps clients navigate the emotional consequences of major life changes. Her work aims to provide a respectful, understanding space where individuals can explore feelings, build resilience, and reconnect with inner strengths as they move toward healing and personal growth.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Therapeutic Approach
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Barbara Lefdal have?
Barbara Lefdal has 30 years of experience as a therapist.
Is Barbara Lefdal a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC-MH credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health. License details: SD LPC-MH LPC-MH30757.
In which languages does Barbara Lefdal provide therapy?
English
Where is Barbara Lefdal located?
South Dakota
How can I work with Barbara Lefdal as my therapist?
You can work with Barbara Lefdal through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Barbara Lefdal work with international clients?
No. Barbara Lefdal does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Barbara Lefdal cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches for Online Care and Personal Growth
Barbara Lefdal integrates client-centered therapy, which emphasizes understanding each person’s unique perspective and creating a supportive environment where clients set the pace and goals of their work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Mindfulness therapy helps clients develop present-moment awareness and coping tools to manage worry, emotional overwhelm, and difficult feelings.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Barbara works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods best match an individual’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules or to receive care from a distance. These formats allow therapists to maintain continuity of support and adapt sessions to what works best for each client, enhancing accessibility without sacrificing the collaborative therapeutic relationship.