Bari Lawner

I focus on supporting individuals and couples navigating life’s most meaningful and challenging moments. My practice centers on areas like anxiety, stress management, relationship dynamics, and women’s issues—including maternal mental health. Whether you are looking for support with family challenges, exploring your identity, managing ADHD, or healing from trauma and eating disorders, I am here to offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space. I work to humanize the therapy process so you feel truly seen, valued, and understood as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms.

My therapeutic style is highly collaborative, conversational, and tailored to what feels right for you. I blend practical, evidence-based strategies with deeper, reflective insight. This means we might use approachable tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help you untangle looping thoughts, manage stress, or navigate OCD. When working with couples or exploring relationships, I use warm, connecting methods to help you understand your emotional patterns and rebuild communication. Above all, my approach is strengths-based—I am here to help you uncover the resilience you already possess while gently guiding you toward meaningful change.

Taking the first step into therapy can feel intimidating, so our initial meeting is entirely about creating comfort, emotional safety, and setting a gentle pace. We will use this time to get to know each other, chat about what brought you to therapy, and discuss what you hope to get out of our time together. There is absolutely no pressure to share everything right away or have all the answers. Think of this first session as an open, welcoming conversation where you can test the waters and see how it feels to share your story. You will leave with a clearer sense of how we can work together as a team, moving entirely at a speed that feels secure and supportive for you.