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Emily Barbee

Therapist(she/her)
13 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Identity issues
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

You're taking the first difficult step towards change by vetting therapists, and I'd be honored to join you on each of the subsequent steps. I've been a clinical therapist for 12 years and employ a variety of tools to help you meet your goals. I'm especially drawn to and skilled in working with folk in transition, whether this relates to your age (preteen, teen or adult), relationship status, identity exploration or shifting life circumstances.

My approach to therapy

I work collaboratively with my clients and would describe my style as warm, intellectual, creative, transparent, and empowering. I meet each person where they're at and respect the resistance that often accompanies change. Together we'll figure out what hasn't worked and why and try new ways of creating the life you want. While I tailor the work towards each individual, I enjoy introducing creative interventions beyond typical "talk therapy" including art, role play, writing and apps.

What you can expect from me

It's crucial that we're aligned on goals for treatment and when we'll know to terminate therapy. I will be transparent in my assessment and collaborate with you on goals. I offer referrals when appropriate and collaborate regularly with schools, psychiatrists, previous therapists, and other people relevant to meeting your goals.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Inquisitive, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    13 years of experience
  • Training
    MC (Masters in Counseling) at California Institute of Integral Studies
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (Minnesota, California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Identity issues
  • More specialties
    LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Women's issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Relational, Trauma Focused CBT, Transpersonal, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Behavior Modification, Play, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Strength-Based, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Humanistic, Art Therapy
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents
  • Location
    821 Raymond Avenue suite 240
    Saint Paul, MN 55114

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