Wanda Barnes, LCPC, LMHC
Licensed counselor for life challenges
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and family work
- English and Romanian
About Wanda Barnes
Wanda Barnes is a licensed clinician with 15 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges. Licensed as an LCPC and an LMHC - LCPC stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor - she works with individuals, couples, and families to address stress, anxiety, mood conditions such as bipolar disorder and depression, and substance-related concerns. She also has experience with ADHD in both children and adults, oppositional defiant disorder, parenting and co-parenting issues, and eating and body-image difficulties.
Wanda brings experience helping clients cope with trauma, including trauma stemming from domestic violence, and she engages with concerns related to grief, relationship conflict, anger, and compassion fatigue. Her practice emphasizes open, nonjudgmental communication and collaborative problem solving so clients can explore thoughts and feelings without fear of criticism. Wanda aims to guide people through practical steps toward clearer coping strategies, improved relationships, and greater emotional balance.
Recognizing that taking the first step toward change takes courage, she offers steady professional support throughout the therapeutic process and helps clients identify goals and strategies that fit their lives and values.
Wanda brings experience helping clients cope with trauma, including trauma stemming from domestic violence, and she engages with concerns related to grief, relationship conflict, anger, and compassion fatigue. Her practice emphasizes open, nonjudgmental communication and collaborative problem solving so clients can explore thoughts and feelings without fear of criticism. Wanda aims to guide people through practical steps toward clearer coping strategies, improved relationships, and greater emotional balance.
Recognizing that taking the first step toward change takes courage, she offers steady professional support throughout the therapeutic process and helps clients identify goals and strategies that fit their lives and values.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Wanda Barnes have?
Wanda Barnes has 15 years of professional experience.
Is Wanda Barnes a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LCPC and LMHC. License details are ME LCPC CC6493 and FL LMHC MH10356.
In which languages does Wanda Barnes provide therapy?
Wanda provides therapy in English and Romanian.
Where is Wanda Barnes located?
Wanda Barnes is located in Florida.
How can I work with Wanda Barnes as my therapist?
You can work with Wanda Barnes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Wanda Barnes work with international clients?
Wanda Barnes does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Wanda Barnes 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches for online care and therapeutic support
Wanda commonly draws on Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide online work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding with empathy so clients can explore their feelings and gain greater self-understanding - it is useful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and making life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering practical tools for addressing anxiety, depression, stress, and symptoms of mood disorders.
She also integrates Mindfulness Therapy techniques that teach present-moment noticing and stress-reduction practices to help manage emotional reactivity and improve coping. Choosing the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process; Wanda partners with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then tailors methods so therapy feels relevant and manageable.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home or other locations, maintain continuity during life transitions, and fit therapy into a busy routine while working with a licensed professional.