Barbara Fotsch, LCSW, MO | Psychotherapist

About Barbara Fotsch

Focus areas

Alcoholism

Chronic Impulsivity

Life Transition

Anxiety

Depression

Relationship Struggles

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Impulse Control Disorder (ICD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Motivational Interviewing

Coaching

Person-Centered

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Positive Psychology

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Barbara Fotsch

Hi there, I'm Barbara! Hi, I am Barb and have been a clinical social worker for over 25 years. I hold a Missouri license and earned both my Bachelor's and Master’s in Social Work from the University of Missouri. Although I currently hold a Missouri license, I have lived in California for the last 6 years to be closer to family. My approach My primary approach to therapy is Client Centered, aiming to truly understand a client's feelings and life experience. This approach emphasizes seeing the client as they see themselves and exploring what moving forward will look like. Combined with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, it offers a good balance for many clients. My focus I enjoy working with a full range of clients and am comfortable with conditions such as depression, anxiety, addictions, personality issues, anger, life transitions, aging, and work-life challenges. While I have experience with youth 17 and under, I prefer working primarily with clients over 18. My communication style I have a casual style that works for most, though not everyone. I use humor to create a comfortable space. I pace myself according to what the client is ready to work on but also point out areas that may help in the future. I want therapy to feel like a partnership as we move forward. My journey to mental healthcare I began as a traditional social worker, working as a psychiatric social worker in inpatient and outpatient settings. Over the years, I advanced in various organizations and taught others. More recently, I have devoted myself solely to direct clinical service. This work is truly a gift. My goals for you After an initial get-acquainted conversation, we discuss your goals. If you prefer, I can send a goal sheet, or we can identify goals together. We review these goals in most sessions, as they may need modification and help keep us focused. Sometimes therapy is more free-flowing if that is your preference.

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Missouri

Education and training

University of Missouri, Master's in Social Work
University of Missouri (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1275886954

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What practice does Barbara Fotsch work with?

Barbara Fotsch works with Rula Health - Missouri.

What are common reasons for patients to see Barbara Fotsch?

Barbara Fotsch 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 Fotsch on their profile.