Great to meet you! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in New Jersey and have been practicing for the last 5 years. Life has its challenges and it is easy to question ourselves, often that feeling of disconnect can be so consuming and hinder growth. It is my goal to help you learn who you are, sit with those unknown questions along the way, and find fulfillment.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Seeking therapy is overwhelming in itself let alone that first session. However, that is something to be so proud of and my empowering approach will make you feel heard and confident to start looking inward. We will spend our time on getting to know each other as it is my priority to make sure that you feel seen by me. I will want to know more about what brought you to therapy and collaborate to develop a few goals to start working on in future sessions.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

Having worked in the addictions and mental health field for over 6 years, I have observed common themes that lead to continued suffering. A significant piece of what I bring are mindfulness based techniques to truly understand yourself on an intimate level. This practice aids in connecting with what you may be rejecting and relearn an acceptance for all parts of who are you. I'm also an EMDR-trained therapist which gets to the root of trauma while processing the event so it no longer derails your path. My belief is that you are the expert as it is my duty to get you to make you see that as well. I utilize interventions tailored to your specific needs.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

There is no "ideal" client for me as any client willing to put in work on themselves is what I offer space for. I seek to create an environment that is strengths-based, collaborative, and nurturing while also challenging my clients to identify the internal dialogue that keeps them stuck. As I encourage you to bring your authentic self, I will always do the same. This will allow us to feel a healthy connection and let go of your walls to reach inner freedoms.

About Dana Barnes