Jennifer DeBarbieri

Therapist

1 year of experience

Virtual
Substance use / addiction, Depression, Eating disorders, Men's issues, Women's issues
Individual therapy, Family therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m Here to Listen and Understand My primary goal is to fully understand your perspective and needs. I will listen to you with empathy and attention, always striving to see things from your point of view.
I Value Your Autonomy I believe in your right to make decisions about your life. My role is to support you in exploring options and reflecting on your choices, but I respect that you are the expert in your own experience.
I’m Committed to Your Well-being Everything I do is with your well-being in mind. I will work with you collaboratively, ensuring that our time together is focused on what is most meaningful and beneficial for you.
I Honor Your Privacy and Confidentiality What you share with me stays between us. I will always respect your privacy and handle all information with the utmost care and confidentiality.

Empathetic and Nonjudgmental Support: I prioritize creating a safe, accepting environment where clients can express themselves freely without fear of judgment.
Active Listening: I engage in deep, reflective listening, showing genuine understanding and offering empathy, allowing clients to feel heard and valued.
Unconditional Positive Regard: I provide constant acceptance and respect for the client as they are, encouraging their self-exploration and growth without criticism.
Client-Centered Focus: Therapy is tailored to the client’s unique experiences and goals, with the client leading the process while I support their journey.
Collaboration: I view the therapeutic relationship as a partnership, where we work together to explore feelings, thoughts, and experiences.
Encouraging Self-Exploration: I help clients gain insight into their emotions and behaviors, empowering them to understand themselves better and find their own solutions.
Strengths-Based Approach: I believe in the inherent strengths of each individual, and my role is to help clients tap into these strengths for personal growth and healing.
Trust and Safety: I focus on building a trusting, supportive relationship to help clients feel safe and comfortable exploring sensitive topics.

Increased Self-Awareness: Clients will gain a deeper understanding of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, helping them make more informed choices in their lives.
Empowerment: Clients will feel more confident in their ability to navigate challenges and make decisions that align with their authentic selves.
Emotional Validation: Clients will experience a space where their feelings are accepted and validated, leading to greater self-acceptance.
Improved Self-Esteem: By being met with unconditional positive regard, clients will feel more worthy of love, respect, and care, fostering higher self-esteem.
Enhanced Problem-Solving Skills: Clients will learn to tap into their inner strengths and resources, enabling them to find their own solutions to life’s challenges.
Healing and Growth: Clients will experience personal growth as they explore and process their experiences in a safe, supportive environment.
Strengthened Resilience: Through reflection and self-exploration, clients will develop greater emotional resilience and coping strategies.
A Supportive Relationship: Clients will leave sessions feeling understood, supported, and less alone in their journey, with the confidence to move forward with clarity.

Years of experience
1 year of experience
Training
MC (Masters in Counseling) at Southern New Hampshire, BA (Bachelor of Arts) at City University of New York - Hunter College
License type
LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor) (Vermont)
Licensed in
Vermont
Insurance accepted
Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Point32 Healthcare, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Top specialties
Substance use / addiction, Depression, Eating disorders, Men's issues, Women's issues
More specialties
Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD, Infertility, Transgender issues, Diabetes, Chronic conditions
Therapy methods
Psychodynamic, Relational, Jungian, Attachment Based, Art Therapy, Psychoanalytic, Multi-Systemic (MST), Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavior Modification, Trauma Focused CBT, Humanistic, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Schema, Gestalt, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Experiential, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Structural Family, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
Care types
Individual therapy, Family therapy, Couples therapy
Ages served
Children, Seniors, Adults, Adolescents
Languages
English