Cynthia Barrett , LICSW, LCSW

Cynthia Barrett is a licensed social worker with 25 years of experience providing therapy and counseling across a range of clinical settings. She holds the LICSW credential - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - and also practices as an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - with licensure across multiple states. Over her career she has supported people facing depression, anxiety, stress, career concerns, family and couples challenges, military-related issues, and the effects of trauma and abuse.

Cynthia brings a warm, inviting, and open style to her sessions, emphasizing respect, sensitivity, and compassion while avoiding labels or stigma. Her background is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy and client-centered counseling, and she collaborates with clients to create treatment plans tailored to each person’s specific needs and goals. She approaches change as a process that begins with courage, offering support and encouragement as clients take initial steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Cynthia is available for appointments on Saturdays and asks prospective clients to consult her calendar to schedule an initial session. She looks forward to working with individuals ready to explore change and build practical strategies for their concerns.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Cynthia Barrett

Cynthia uses client-centered therapy to place the person’s own goals and values at the center of care - she listens closely, offers empathy, and helps clients explore their experience so they can find solutions that feel authentic. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another core approach she applies; CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and building practical skills to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, and related concerns. She also integrates mindfulness techniques to help clients develop present-moment awareness and coping skills for stress, difficult emotions, and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Cynthia works collaboratively with each client and with other licensed professionals as needed to determine which methods best fit a client’s needs, goals, and personal preferences and adjusts that plan over time.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility - sessions can take place by video call, over the phone, through live chat, or via text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, support clients in different locations including international clients, and allow continuity of care when in-person visits are not feasible.