Brooke LaBarbera

Welcome! My name is Brooke LaBarbera, LCSW. I graduated from NYU in 2011 with a master’s degree in Social Work. I have always had a heart to help others, and my work is my life’s purpose. I have worked in a myriad of professional backgrounds, and I especially enjoy working with young adults navigating high anxiety, emotion dysregulation, perfectionism, trauma and addiction. I feel a kinship with HSP (highly sensitive person) individuals, as well. I am a mindfulness-based and recovery-based therapist who also uses DBT, CBT, MBCT and EMDR. I am trauma-informed, culturally-responsive, LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent-affirming.

I have both a honest and direct approach and at the same time, I am deeply empathetic and compassionate. I don’t believe in shame in therapy, and I will always have your back. At the same time, I will do my best to hold you accountable and empower you to become more mindful and aware of areas you could improve upon.

A first session will typically include an intake of getting to know your history, presenting symptoms and treatment plan goals. That said, I also love utilizing breathwork and meditation, so we can always practice “the power of pause” during our sessions while you have the courage to share your story.