Helene Barnett

I have been a therapist for over 30 years and work mainly from an insight oriented point of view. I have been influenced by humanistic, psychodynamic, interpersonal and Gestalt therapies and I have attended The Gestalt Institute for Psychotherapy. I believe it is important to be clear,non-judgmental and empathic in supporting a person's desire to find meaning and a new way of understanding themselves. Significant change takes place on an emotional level and involves reworking the way we think leading to a change in the way we feel. I have also been trained in EMDR and work with trauma.

My approach involves creating a safe, secure non judgmental atmosphere. My style is interactive- listening, mirroring and reflecting back to my client. I work individually and with couples on issues of co-dependency, depression and relationships. I have worked in the field of Addiction (substances, sex, gambling, depression and other co-occuring disorders.

I believe it is important to be clear, non-judgmental, and empathic in supporting your desire to change and find that new meaning in life. I also believe it is important to be heard and validated.