Barbara Adams, LMHC, WA | Psychotherapist

About Barbara Adams

Focus areas

Behavioral Problems

Depression

Relationship Struggles

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Women's Issues Therapy

Coping Mechanism Development

Psychological Trauma

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Art Therapy

Emotionally Focused

Attachment-based

Gestalt

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Barbara Adams

Congratulations on starting this journey. Deciding that counseling is the next step and then having to choose a counselor can be a bit overwhelming. I believe you are the expert on you. My role is to walk beside you toward your determined goal: using humor, compassion, and straight talk to highlight challenges and create a new path. My approach I work in collaboration with you on a person-focused foundation. Together, we find out how best to meet your needs and create change. I value our time together and believe in transparency. I draw from a variety of methodologies (CBT, EFT, Play therapy, Mindfulness) to interrupt current negative cycles/thought processes and drive progress. My focus I have 14 years of experience working with couples, families, and children. I increase awareness of non-verbal and verbal communication patterns that are impacting the relationship. I understand the impact of trauma both on the individual and their relationships. Children's behaviors are their communications, and families need help understanding. My communication style I work to create a safe space by using soft tones, compassion, humor, reflective listening, and transparency. I am a straightforward communicator and will pause to make sure I am understanding you and that you are understanding me. I will work as hard as you to reach your goal(s). My journey to mental healthcare In my 30's I realized I was not satisfied with my life. I was making a decent living but not feeling fulfilled. I went to an information session about the counseling program at Lewis and Clark College in Portland and walked away with inspiration. To sit with someone as they work to create change for themselves is an honor. My goals for you You are seeking counseling for a reason: something you want different in your life. My job is to figure out how to get you there. Treatment plans are a snapshot of where you are currently and the next step(s) to make a change, and we design them together.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Washington

Education and training

Lewis & Clark Graduate School of Education and Counseling, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1639316326

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Barbara Adams?

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Is Barbara Adams accepting new patients?

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What practice does Barbara Adams work with?

Barbara Adams works with Rula Health - Washington.

What are common reasons for patients to see Barbara Adams?

Barbara Adams frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Barbara Adams on their profile.