- Narrative therapy
- Mindfulness practice
- Autism spectrum support
About Bruce
Bruce Barrett is an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor with about 40 years of experience. He practices in Massachusetts and lists stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, relationship concerns, grief, anger, career questions, coping with life changes, coaching, and ADHD among his main focuses. He speaks English and German.
Barrett describes his work as rooted in narrative approaches. He pays attention to the stories people tell about themselves and looks for meaning in their experiences. Sessions can include mindfulness-based stress management and techniques drawn from psychodynamic and Jungian ideas to help people notice patterns and inner conflicts.
He has a long history in substance-use work and once worked as a Certified Alcoholism Counselor in inpatient and outpatient settings. He notes 40 years of continuous sobriety and brings that lived experience to his clinical perspective. His training and practice include work in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire prior to his current licensure.
Bruce also describes a particular interest in helping people on the autism spectrum. He mentions personal family experience that informs his ability to connect with adults and younger people living on or near the spectrum. He also brings attention to issues faced by military family members and those who grew up as third culture kids.
In sessions he often uses mindful attention and narrative methods alongside psychodynamic ideas. He also works with trauma-focused techniques when trauma and abuse are part of the presenting concerns. The focus is on helping people sort through difficult feelings and reshape the personal stories that guide their choices.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Bruce Barrett draws on narrative methods to help people look at the stories they tell themselves and consider new ways of understanding their experiences. Narrative work can be useful for anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and questions about life direction.He also uses mindfulness-based techniques to teach straightforward attention and stress-management skills you can practice between sessions. Mindfulness supports managing anxious or overwhelming feelings and can be combined with other approaches.
Psychodynamic and trauma-focused ideas may be used to notice recurring patterns, early influences, and the effects of traumatic events. These approaches help when past experiences keep showing up in present life and relationships.
Choosing the right mix of methods is part of the work and is decided together. The therapist will discuss goals, options, and what feels most helpful based on the client's needs and preferences, and will adjust the approach over time.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about scheduling and session length when you complete the intake questionnaire.
Areas of expertise
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English, German
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He lists stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, grief, anger, career issues, ADHD and related life changes among his focuses.
What style of therapy does he use?
He works from a narrative perspective and uses mindfulness, psychodynamic ideas, Jungian concepts, and trauma-focused approaches as appropriate.
How long has he practiced?
He has around 40 years of experience in counseling and related roles, and has held licensure as an LMHC in Massachusetts since 2012.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds an MA and is an LMHC licensed in Massachusetts.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and German.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.