Bari Lawner, LCSW

Bari Lawner, LCSW

Psychotherapist
NY
4.07
“I had my first couples session this past week. It went very well. Bari shoots straight from the hip. I appreciated her being upfront, as well as honest. I would highly recommend Bari for ANYONE that truly wants to work on their relationships (technically all of us).”
Dov A.August 23, 2025
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.07

Average wait time

4.23

Bedside manner

4.29
“I had my first couples session this past week. It went very well. Bari shoots straight from the hip. I appreciated her being upfront, as well as honest. I would highly recommend Bari for ANYONE that truly wants to work on their relationships (technically all of us).”
Dov A.August 23, 2025Video visit
“Bari is a great communicator who is very warm, empathetic and understanding. She made me feel welcome and I felt like I was sharing my experiences with a close friend. ”
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About Bari Lawner

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues
Depression
Relationship Counseling
Anxiety
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Stress
Cognitive Therapy
Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Groups
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Families

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Eclectic
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Exposure Response Prevention

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Bari Lawner

**Please expect a call after making an appointment; it will not be confirmed until we speak with you directly.** Ms. Bari Lawner, LMSW, is a licensed master social worker specializing in adolescent, young adult, and adult client-centered psychotherapy. Ms. Lawner will be working under the supervision of Dr. Adam Barkey. She takes an integrative therapeutic approach tailored to the individual needs of her clients, utilizing a strengths-based perspective that highlights her clients’ self-determination and inner strengths. Ms. Lawner provides a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where clients have the opportunity to openly communicate on their journey of introspection and self-exploration. She has experience treating anxiety, depression, and chemical dependency symptoms using evidence-based interventions and practices. Ms. Lawner has clinical experience working with various populations and has gained knowledge, insight, and cultural competency when working with these groups. She has co-facilitated a wellness self-management group where clients developed healthy coping skills to replace maladaptive ones. Additionally, Ms. Lawner has facilitated a grounding group where clients learned mindfulness and grounding techniques proven beneficial when integrated into everyday life. Ms. Lawner received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Touro College and University System, Graduate School of Social Work, after completing numerous clinical internships in outpatient mental health and chemical dependency settings. She has received training in Telehealth Ethics and Best Practice and has experience providing teletherapy as an MSW intern at a virtual intensive outpatient program. Ms. Lawner earned qualification to practice as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) through the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

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Popular visit reasons

Depression
Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Prenuptial Counseling
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Therapy
Depression
Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Prenuptial Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Touro College and University System, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1811539364

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.07
Wait time
4.23
Bedside manner
4.29
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I did not get a phone call from anyone or a zoom I never got in connection with anybody
Verified patientVideo visit
Intake was super thorough and time was well-spent listening and validating. Can’t wait to continue!
Verified patientVideo visit
The appointment was excellent. Everybody is kind from the clerk to the psychologist.
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I look for doctors who are reliable, easy to talk to and comforting.
Verified patientVideo visit
The provider never showed up for the video visit. I received an email confirming the appt and reminding me about the appt but she never showed up
Verified patientVideo visit
I had my first couples session this past week. It went very well. Bari shoots straight from the hip. I appreciated her being upfront, as well as honest. I would highly recommend Bari for ANYONE that truly wants to work on their relationships (technically all of us).
Verified patientVideo visit
I called the office and they never returned my phone call. I never heard from nor had my appointment I scheduled on zocdoc. I’ll never contact this office again.
Verified patientVideo visit
I couldn’t even get through to Bari. The office was very confusing. They did not have clear communication. They seem to not understand how the scheduling worked with Zocdoc and were very rude when I expressed my confusion
Verified patientVideo visit
Never came on call
Verified patientVideo visit
Bari is a great communicator who is very warm, empathetic and understanding. She made me feel welcome and I felt like I was sharing my experiences with a close friend.
Video visit
I was never contacted by the office with a link to the video-appointment. I called and left voicemails, I emailed them and i filled out their contact-form but no one ever picked up the phone or got back to me.
Verified patientVideo visit
Great intake appointment. Dr. Lawner was fantastic, made me feel super at ease and paid attention to the things I was saying. Overall wonderful experience
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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Bari Lawner?

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Is Bari Lawner accepting new patients?

Bari Lawner generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Bari Lawner's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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Can I make an appointment with Bari Lawner online?

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What are common reasons for patients to see Bari Lawner?

Bari Lawner frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Bari Lawner on their profile.

What languages does Bari Lawner speak?

Bari Lawner speaks English.

How do patients rate Bari Lawner in reviews?

71 patients have reviewed Bari Lawner. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.07/5. They have a 4.29/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.23/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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