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Barbara Root

Therapist
1 year of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello my name is Barbara. I hold my Masters Degree in Clinician Mental Health Counseling I have 8 years of experience and am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state Colorado. My experience is with children, adolescents and adults. I have received specialized training in autism, adhd, learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship issues.

My approach to therapy

My counseling style is warm, compassionate and interactive. I view counseling as a compassionate and collaborative process where we work together, therefore you no longer have to walk this journey alone. I also strive to create a climate of empathetic understanding fostering the ability to express your emotions free of of judgment. By providing an affirming experience promoting positive change that is established through goals and treatment plans that reflect your desired outcome.

What you can expect from me

When working with clients, I work to provide a safe space where each individual can feel seen, heard, and understood. I journey alongside individuals to help identify their strengths and weaknesses and to build a treatment plan and goals that will address each individual's needs as they navigate the healing processes.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Colorado Christian University, BA (Bachelor of Arts) at Mid-America Nazarene University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Colorado)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna, Optum Medicaid CO, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, Select Health - Colorado, Select Health Colorado Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, OCD, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues, PTSD, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Experiential, Positive Psychology, Humanistic, Behavior Modification, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    5353 North Union Boulevard Ste 201A
    Colorado Springs, CO 80918