Barbara has specialties in treating anxiety, depression, eating disorders, multicultural concerns, perinatal mental health, self harm, and suicidal ideation.
Barbara can see clients ages 8+ for individual or family therapy.
Therapy services are provided in person or virtually to residents of Texas.
Barbara is also available for speaking engagements.
Barbara has presented on eating disorders, working with Asian families and family therapy.
Anxiety
According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the Unites States, affecting 40 million adults every year. Anxiety disorders are highly treatable, yet only 37% of those suffering receive treatment. Anxiety disorders consist of generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, phobias, OCD and PTSD.
Depression
According to Mental Health America, depression affects more than 21 million American adults each year and 15% of youth ages 12-17. Depression can impact how a person feels, thinks and handles daily activities such as sleeping, eating, or working.
Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are not a choice. They are complex medical and psychiatric illnesses that patients do not choose. Eating disorders can affect people of all genders, ages, races, religions, ethniticies, sexual orientation, body shape and weights.
Multicultural Concerns
Multicultural counseling acknowledges how various aspects of a person’s cultural identity can influence their mental health. One’s race, ethnicity, religion, immigration status, socioeconomic background, gender identity and even geographic location can impact how one views or experiences the world.
Perinatal Mental Health
Perinatal mental health focuses on the needs surrounding pregnancy and parenting. Around 1 in 5 moms and 1 in 10 dads will suffer from post partum depression. Perinatal depression is the most under diagnosed OB complication in America. All parents - including fathers, partners and adoptive parents - can be impacted. Parents of every culture, age, income level and race can develop perinatal mental health disorders.
Self harm and Suicidal ideation
The rates of suicidal ideation and suicide have increased in recent years. According to the World Health Organization, suicide is the fourth leading cause of death among 15-29 year olds. Being connected to family and community support and having easy access to healthcare can decrease suicidal thoughts and behaviors.