Jennifer Barker, LPC
Art-informed, person-centered counselor
- Art therapy integration
- Trauma-informed care
- Flexible online sessions
About Jennifer Barker
Jennifer Barker brings art and creative expression into therapy as a way to help people access thoughts and feelings that can be difficult to put into words. She emphasizes artmaking as a means of building self-awareness and exploring inner experience, using visual and creative processes to support insight and healing in situations where verbal expression feels limited.
Her practice is grounded in a person-centered, strength-based, creative approach that meets clients where they are and encourages gradual change. Jennifer integrates art therapy with evidence-based methods to address trauma, mood and anxiety concerns, addiction, relationship and family issues, grief, identity and intimacy matters, and many other challenges. She draws on Trauma Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Crisis Intervention to shape each individualized treatment plan.
Jennifer earned a Master of Arts in Art Therapy with a Specialization in Counseling in 2014 from Seton Hill University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), which is a credential authorizing professional counseling, and a Board-Certified Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC), which indicates board certification in art therapy practice. Her background supports a flexible, collaborative approach that values creativity alongside clinical skills.
Her practice is grounded in a person-centered, strength-based, creative approach that meets clients where they are and encourages gradual change. Jennifer integrates art therapy with evidence-based methods to address trauma, mood and anxiety concerns, addiction, relationship and family issues, grief, identity and intimacy matters, and many other challenges. She draws on Trauma Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Crisis Intervention to shape each individualized treatment plan.
Jennifer earned a Master of Arts in Art Therapy with a Specialization in Counseling in 2014 from Seton Hill University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), which is a credential authorizing professional counseling, and a Board-Certified Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC), which indicates board certification in art therapy practice. Her background supports a flexible, collaborative approach that values creativity alongside clinical skills.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jennifer Barker have?
Jennifer Barker has 10 years of experience.
Is Jennifer Barker a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). License details: PA LPC PC012371.
In which languages does Jennifer Barker provide therapy?
Jennifer Barker provides therapy in English.
Where is Jennifer Barker located?
Jennifer Barker is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Jennifer Barker as my therapist?
You can work with Jennifer Barker through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jennifer Barker work with international clients?
Jennifer Barker does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jennifer Barker 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Jennifer Barker uses Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to guide her work in accessible online formats. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and building a trusting relationship so clients can explore their values, goals, and personal strengths; it is helpful for self-esteem, life transitions, and relational concerns. CBT helps people identify and shift patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, and other symptoms by teaching practical skills for changing thoughts and routines. DBT emphasizes skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness to help with intense emotions, relationship conflict, and self-destructive patterns.Choosing the right approach is part of the collaborative process. Jennifer works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques so the therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a single method. This collaborative planning helps clients feel more engaged and supported in change.
Online therapy offers flexibility and easier access to care. Video calls enable face-to-face connection, phone sessions provide convenience, and live chat or text-based messaging can support shorter check-ins or ongoing skill work between sessions. These options make it easier to sustain consistent treatment while fitting therapy into daily life.