- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Solution-focused plans
About Wanda
Wanda Barnes is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maine and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with 15 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship concerns, parenting and related challenges. Wanda offers help in English and Romanian.
Wanda listens first and then works with people to set clear, practical goals. Sessions tend to focus on what is happening now, how it affects daily life, and small steps to change routines and thinking patterns. She uses straightforward tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to reduce distress and build coping skills.
Her approach is client-centered in that the person's concerns guide the work. Solution-focused techniques are used when clients want brief, goal-oriented plans. Trauma-focused methods are combined when past harms continue to affect daily functioning.
Wanda has supported clients dealing with parenting strains, co-parenting challenges, and relationship communication problems without running couples or family sessions unless that is explicitly arranged. She also works with people facing chronic illness, caregiver stress, body-image concerns, and complications from multiple diagnoses.
People who choose Wanda typically start by identifying one or two immediate problems to address. Sessions mix conversation, practical exercises, and simple mindfulness practices. The aim is steady progress through clear, manageable steps rather than quick fixes.
How her approaches translate to online work
Wanda uses cognitive behavioral therapy to identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and then teaches small practical skills to change them. CBT can be helpful for anxiety, stress, mood concerns, and many everyday problems.She also uses mindfulness therapy to teach simple attention and breathing exercises that reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation. Mindfulness can be useful when stress or strong emotions make it hard to think clearly.
Her client-centered and solution-focused methods keep sessions directed by the person’s priorities. Together the client and Wanda choose short-term goals and decide which techniques to try, then review progress in later sessions.
Confirm current session options before booking, since the biography does not list specific formats. Many people find online sessions helpful because they fit around work and family commitments, make it easier to have a shorter check-in, or remove travel time. Talk to the therapist about your schedule and needs so you can pick session arrangements that fit daily life.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Florida, Maine
Languages
English, Romanian
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Wanda supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, addictions, trauma and related concerns listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centered and practical, focusing on current problems, clear goals, and step-by-step strategies.
How many years has she practiced?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and behavioral concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds ME LCPC and FL LMHC credentials and is based in Florida.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Romanian.
Can international clients schedule with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost depend on?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin with Wanda?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.