Rev. William Barnes, LMFT
Experienced marriage and family therapist
- Couples and family therapy
- Emotion-focused methods
- Practical faith-informed care
About Rev. William Barnes
Rev. William Barnes is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 30 years of clinical and pastoral counseling experience focused on helping couples and families navigate difficult transitions and relationship challenges. He brings a long history of working with a wide range of relationship situations, from couples preparing to commit to one another to those considering separation, and those seeking to rebuild trust after infidelity or to cope with infertility. His practice addresses personality differences, conflict resolution, grief and loss, family dynamics, and many other issues that affect couple and family health.
He emphasizes active couple participation, using both split and conjoint sessions and encouraging work inside and outside of the therapy hour to support lasting change. His methods include Emotionally Focused Therapy, traditional psychotherapy techniques, solution-focused strategies, and practical interventions chosen to fit each unique situation. Many couples return periodically for relationship checkups, reflecting his focus on sustainable progress rather than short-term fixes.
Rev. Barnes aims to identify the most effective, healthy, and meaningful solutions for each relationship while equipping partners with tools to continue growth after therapy ends. He combines clinical training with pastoral counseling experience to offer an approach that integrates emotional, relational, and, when appropriate, theological perspectives to support relationship healing and resilience.
He emphasizes active couple participation, using both split and conjoint sessions and encouraging work inside and outside of the therapy hour to support lasting change. His methods include Emotionally Focused Therapy, traditional psychotherapy techniques, solution-focused strategies, and practical interventions chosen to fit each unique situation. Many couples return periodically for relationship checkups, reflecting his focus on sustainable progress rather than short-term fixes.
Rev. Barnes aims to identify the most effective, healthy, and meaningful solutions for each relationship while equipping partners with tools to continue growth after therapy ends. He combines clinical training with pastoral counseling experience to offer an approach that integrates emotional, relational, and, when appropriate, theological perspectives to support relationship healing and resilience.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Intimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoaching
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisPost-traumatic stressSex addiction
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Rev. William Barnes have?
Rev. William Barnes has 30 years of experience.
Is Rev. William Barnes a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: GA LMFT MFT001091.
In which languages does Rev. William Barnes provide therapy?
Rev. William Barnes provides therapy in English.
Where is Rev. William Barnes located?
He is located in Georgia.
How can I work with Rev. William Barnes as my therapist?
You can work with Rev. William Barnes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Rev. William Barnes work with international clients?
Rev. William Barnes does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Rev. William 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Attachment, Emotion, and Practical Methods for Online Relationship Care
Rev. Barnes draws on attachment-based work to help partners understand how early bonds shape adult relationship patterns. This approach explores how attachment needs and fears show up in communication and emotional responses, and it is often helpful for couples struggling with abandonment, trust, or intimacy issues.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is central to his couples work, focusing on identifying and reshaping the emotional patterns that drive conflict. EFT helps partners express underlying feelings, create new interactional habits, and rebuild secure emotional connection, which can be especially useful for couples facing infidelity, grief, or repeated cycles of disconnection.
The Gottman Method complements these approaches with practical tools for communication, problem solving, and managing conflict. It offers structured exercises and interventions aimed at improving day-to-day relationship functioning and strengthening friendship and commitment.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Rev. Barnes works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting the work as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility to engage in sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to schedule appointments around work, family, or caregiving responsibilities. These options allow licensed professionals to provide consistent, accessible support, helping couples and individuals maintain momentum even when life is busy or travel is difficult.
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