Barry Wasser , LCSW

Barry Wasser earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Yeshiva University and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Touro College's Graduate School of Social Work. He specializes in helping individuals with histories of anxiety, depression, trauma, and severe and persistent mental illness, adapting his approach to the needs of each person he sees. With over seven years of experience working with adults, older adults, and their families, he draws on a range of therapeutic techniques to build trust and create a comfortable space for exploration and growth.

Barry's clinical background includes work in a mental health homeless shelter and a transitional residence for adults with mental illness, and he has facilitated group therapy and provided mental health case management. Those roles have shaped his attention to the many factors that influence a person's well-being and recovery. He values supportive therapeutic partnerships, assertiveness, and open-mindedness, viewing every session or family meeting as a new opportunity to promote sustained personal growth. Barry also holds the LCSW credential, which indicates advanced training in clinical social work and the ability to provide psychotherapy.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Barry draws on evidence-informed methods to address the concerns clients bring to therapy. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and learn practical skills for handling difficult thoughts and emotions so they can pursue a meaningful life even when challenges persist. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships and how early connections influence current ways of relating - it can be helpful for people dealing with relationship struggles, intimacy issues, or attachment concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers structured ways to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Barry works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time and invites client feedback to shape treatment.

Online therapy with Barry is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for clients with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or mobility limits. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access licensed professionals from different locations, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for ongoing work.