What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Shanda is a joy to work with. My daughter feels comfortable with her and her communication with me as a parent is consistent and supportive.”
More than 1 year ago
About Shanda Barnett
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Struggles
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy
Stress Management
Bullying
Mood Disorders
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Art Therapy
Family Systems
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Intervention
EMDR
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleFaith
ChristianEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Shanda Barnett
Hi there, I'm Shanda. Does your child have a lot of ?big feelings? leading to behaviors that are becoming difficult to understand or manage as a parent? Are you an adoptive or foster parent having trouble connecting with your child or teen? This can be a confusing and challenging role to fulfill. The same parenting rules do not apply to a "non-traditional" family system.
If your biological, adopted, or foster child or teen is struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, or ADHD, or has experienced a stressful life event such as divorce, bullying, relocation, grief/loss, or trauma and you're not sure how to help as a parent, I am here to listen to your family's needs and guide you toward hope, healing, and positive change. I empower parents and caregivers to support their children and families to overcome life's challenges that can result in those pesky ?big feelings.?
As a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Registered Play Therapist with a Master's in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, I love blending play and art therapy, mindfulness, and conversation to get to the root of your and/or your child's struggles. In our sessions together, I'll provide a safe, non-judgmental space and utilize evidence-based techniques so you and your family can overcome life's challenges and connect on a deeper level. I'd love to meet you and work together!
What should a new client know about working with you?
During our “intake” session, we’ll get to know each other and see if it’s a good fit, as the therapeutic relationship is key to a successful outcome. I’ll gather information about the current problems/areas of concern, obtain a family and mental health history, and desired goals/outcomes. When working with children, I like to meet with the parent/caregiver individually for the first half of intake, followed by the child and parent together. I recommend 1x/week sessions for the first couple of months. I provide check-ins with parents/caregivers about 1x/month (this varies based on child's age and family needs) to discuss the child’s progress toward goals. Once the goals have been achieved, we’ll start to reduce sessions to biweekly, then 1x/month, to successfully transition out of therapy.
More information on payments and coverage
Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Pepperdine University, Master's in Clinical Psychology
NPI number
1679810139
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Shanda is a joy to work with. My daughter feels comfortable with her and her communication with me as a parent is consistent and supportive.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
How soon can I make an appointment with Shanda Barnett?
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Is Shanda Barnett accepting new patients?
Shanda Barnett generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Shanda Barnett's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
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What practice does Shanda Barnett work with?
Shanda Barnett works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Shanda Barnett?
Shanda Barnett frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Shanda Barnett on their profile.
What languages does Shanda Barnett speak?
Shanda Barnett speaks English.