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Desreen Alvaranga-Barrett

Therapist
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a licensed menta health counselor with over 9 years of experience. I utilize a variety of counseling techniques to empower clients to positively respond to their presenting problems. My approach aims to assist clients in developing healthy and positive coping skills. I offer a non-judgmental and supportive approach that will provide essential tools needed to move clients beyond the negative influences of their trauma.

My approach to therapy

Most people experience challenges as they navigate life. By exploring your thoughts, feelings, beliefs, values, and relationships you can develop a better understanding of yourself which can lead you to a more fulfilling, healthy and balanced life. My approach is person-centered; you are essentially in charge of what you want to explore. My background is intreating substance abuse and mental health disorders. I provide a supportive nonjudgmental environment where you will feel safe to work on your issues.

What you can expect from me

Goals to reduce symptoms of anxiety/depression. Building healthy coping skills, goals to regulate emotions, developing boundaries and goals to augment self-awareness among others.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Direct, Humorous

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MC (Masters in Counseling) at Brooklyn Campus of Long Island University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Depression, Stress management, Panic disorders, End of life care, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD, Diabetes
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Processing (CPT), Jungian, Behavior Management, Trauma Focused CBT, Attachment Based, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English