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Barbara Leigh, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Barbara is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Barbara. View 143 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Alabama, Oregon, and 3 more

Recent reviews

We have not had our first appt yet but I already feel supported and that she will help me. Glad I found her as she has experience in what I am going through.

Reviewed November 2024

She's book smart and people smart. She always helps me see the positive and her insights are spot on. I can't recommend her enough.

Reviewed September 2024

More about Barbara

  • 36 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC, LMHC

With over 30 years of experience as a therapist, I offer a seasoned combination of wisdom, current relevance and flexible interventions. I have seen trends come and go in the fields of psychology and counseling, so I like to identify your particular needs and tailor treatment modalities to your unique circumstances and expectations. I enjoy helping people discover their true needs/desires and pursuing their dreams, potential and meeting their life goals.

I specialize in treating anxiety, depression. trauma and neurodiversity (autism, ADHD, traumatic brain injury, etc.). I enjoy working with individuals of all age and work mostly with longer-term clients who are interested in lasting, life growth work.

I own an autism consulting business and am a Certified Autism Specialist, a Board Certified Telemental Health Provider, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and a Clinical Supervisor (for AL). I have worked in multiple settings - inpatient, outpatient, day treatment, residential, in-home, private practice and, of course, virtual. My pioneering work with online counseling in the 90s (pre-Google!) was featured on Oprah's network and in Glamour Magazine, so I come to you with the highest of standards in the field.

I typically use cognitive-behavioral therapy, skills-building from dialectical-behavioral therapy and neuroeducation (teaching about how your mind-body chemicals spur your feelings which lead to thoughts, behaviors and habits). I believe that people change when they're ready - my goal is to help you get ready to change and then to support you through change. You know you can't directly change others, but you CAN change yourself - and by doing so, you help change the world for the better, one step at a time.

And it all starts with you!

Let's create a treatment plan that is both realistic and challenging for you - one that involves a precise balance of safety and risk, comfort and courage. My clients say I'm easy and fun to work with because of the combination of my personality, professional and personal experience...and thus I use a balanced combination of compassion, reality and humor.

Change is hard enough - why not make it fun, meaningful and enjoy the journey?

I look forward to working with you!

Ready? Set....Grow!!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Sleeping disorders Self esteem Coping with life changes Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Compassion fatigue ADHD Aging and geriatric issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Communication problems Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues First responder issues HIV / AIDS Hospice and end-of-life counseling Intellectual disability Life purpose Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Traumatic brain injury Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Barbara Leigh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093145724.

  • LPC · Alabama · 3031 · Expires July 2026
  • LPC · Oregon · C2791 · Expires January 2025
  • LPC · South Carolina · 7434 · Expires August 2025
  • LPC · Georgia · LPC012808 · Expires September 2026
  • LMHC · Washington · LH61398809 · Expires January 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Barbara Leigh

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

143 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Amazing Helped Helpful Wonderful Understanding The best Insightful Listens

We have not had our first appt yet but I already feel supported and that she will help me. Glad I found her as she has experience in what I am going through.

Reviewed November 2024

She's book smart and people smart. She always helps me see the positive and her insights are spot on. I can't recommend her enough.

Reviewed September 2024

Barbara is great! She’s sharp, sensible and helpful.

Reviewed July 2024

Only had one session with her so far but I’m optimistic. She had a good mix of supportiveness and offering me new thoughts I hadn’t considered yet.

Reviewed July 2024

Barbara is strong and direct. Intelligent and kind. A master of her craft.

Reviewed July 2024

Barbara is knowledgeable, professional and also very personable. She has helped me gain insight, learn to be more self aware and ask myself questions that are effective in changing my less productive or serving habits so that I can make progress on my own as well. I really recommend her.

Reviewed May 2024

I appreciate her expertise and ability to be human.

Reviewed April 2024

Best therapist I've ever had.. nice to have a therapist that's on the Spectrum as well.

Reviewed April 2024

Barbara is very caring, thoughtful and reaches out to make sure I have access to care. Highly recommended.

Reviewed April 2024

She is very understanding and patient. Exactly what I wanted

Reviewed March 2024

The very best

Reviewed February 2024

She has been amazing!

Reviewed November 2023

Barbara is wonderful. She is insightful, compassionate, knowledgeable and seems to always hone in on the deeper issue below the issue we are discussing. I feel like I’m in such great care with her as my therapist.

Reviewed January 2023

She is awesome and I appreciate Barbara for all she has helped me with

Reviewed November 2022

Barbara has been my therapist for years now I couldn’t live without her !

Reviewed December 2021

Incredible she's amazing!

Reviewed December 2021

She's been very helpful in my journey of building boundaries in my life for some difficult relatives. Thoughtful, caring, -- in seasons when I'm busy she doesn't lose faith in me even when it's been a week or two since I was able to update her.

Reviewed March 2020

She is a wonderful counselor. Very helpful, very caring. Always checking in. Always trying to keep me centered on my directions and goals. Able to listen very well and helps me to figure out what steps to take to improve in The areas I want to improve in. She’s very wonderful!

Reviewed January 2020

She is very consistent, shares helpful and relative information, and redirects my negative thinking into a better way of seeing things. She makes a point to always be encouraging, kind, and polite, and she reminds me of progress that I have made, despite the more defeating moments.

Reviewed December 2019

Barbara is extremely insightful and supportive and knowledgeable she really puts everything into perspective so that I can use for guidance in my life

Reviewed November 2019

Barbara is very kind and patient! Even when life becomes overwhelming for me and I'm not able to respond in a timely manner, she keeps up with her contact and drops by to send blessings whenever possible. I'm very thankful for her!

Reviewed November 2019

Barbara has been a most excellent help and comfort in leading to my recovery. I have much to thank her for, most of all being a constant companion, listening without judgment, and giving great advice. Thank you Barbara for all your hard work, and bless you!

Reviewed August 2019

Barbara understands what I'm trying to communicate. I feel heard, believed, and validated, while also pushed to grow. She is willing to pivot her approach and suggest different tools and strategies based on her years of experience, rather than sticking with one favorite approach. I was surprised to get such a competent therapist on my first try on PrideCounseling. This is the best counseling experience I've had.

Reviewed August 2019

Solid clinician. Intuitive. Hysterically funny. Highly recommend!

Reviewed May 2019

Thank you, Barbara, for your time and care I've enjoyed these past few weeks of our friendship. May God bless you and thank you again. God bless Lorraine.

Reviewed April 2019

Barbara Leigh is such a wonderful counselor. She is sympathetic and understanding, a wonderful listener, and her advice gets right to the heart of what I need help with. Dealing with chronic illness and the way it affects my mood is something that's drastically new to me, and Barbara has been so helpful and supportive as I learn to manage my stress. My family has noticed a marked improvement in the way I feel since I started using Pride Counseling. I'm so glad I decided to try this!

Reviewed November 2018

Barbara has been wonderful! She is helping me work through lots of serious stuff - anxiety and the things that can result from an anxiety disorder. I like the way she can explain what is going on physically in my body and brain and actually gives me direction in what to do. She also makes me feel very safe to open up and not judgmental and I like that. I highly recommend.

Reviewed July 2018

I just started my session with Barbara Leigh, but she seems very informative and supportive so far. I would definitely recommend her.

Reviewed June 2018

Barbara Leigh has been a Godsend. I am so grateful for Faithful Counseling. Therapy has been a light in a long, dark tunnel for me. Knowing someone cares, is praying for me, and is able to offer me counsel and Christ-centered wisdom that I need, means each week my tunnel of anxiety, depression and a hurtful past gets shorter, and I'm that much closer to the light.

Reviewed March 2018

Mrs. Barbara is very in-tune with my needs though I am unable to pin point them or voice them. She quickly sees the points and gets straight to the matter. I am grateful to have Barbara. I look forward to working with her further.

Reviewed December 2017

She is responsive, kind and thoughtful. She clearly reads and considers everything I say before thoughtfully responding with validation, reassurances and great follow up questions.

Reviewed December 2017

Warm and understanding. Takes time to get to know me and the effort to clarify to ensure accurate understanding.

Reviewed November 2017

Barbara is competent, professional, has a deep understanding of the issues that she is guiding through resolution. She is honest and flexible with communication and counseling approaches. I always look forward to her response and appreciate her insight her truthfulness and a graceful ability to provide a constructive feedback.

Reviewed November 2017

Unfortunately, I have had several therapist over my lifetime and I can truly say Barbara is the best therapist I have ever had. She is both empathetic and to the point, providing solutions and advice that are doable and achievable. In three visits, she has provided me skills that will last a lifetime.

Reviewed November 2023

Barbara has helped me over the course of the last 2 years sort through my thoughts regarding trauma and even family dynamics from my role in being a good spouse to how to navigate the family I came from and also married into. She has a lovely real person approach to it all. She isn’t stuffy and yet balances the refreshing realness of her style with professionalism that sets her apart. She is such a gift to me and to the therapy world. Everyone needs a Barbara in their life.

Reviewed November 2023

Barbara is the best therapist I've ever worked with, she's very thorough, very supportive, very encouraging. She listens, she confronts issues head on. She gives practical advice. She is really very good at seeing the bigger picture. Love having her as my therapist.

Reviewed November 2023

Barbara is a wonderful therapist. She is the absolute best and I've been working with various ones throughout my life. She is professional and has so many therapy techniques that we've tried to deal with crippling anxiety and depression. She is amazing and I would follow her no matter where she goes. She's helped change my life for the better and helped me learn to deal with all the major issues that are entirely out of my control.

Reviewed November 2023

She is kind, knowledgeable, and she listens. I appreciate her listening and her affirming words as I share things.

Reviewed November 2023

I’ve clicked with Barbara from our very first interaction. She has lots to offer and her style of therapy is so comforting. There’s a good balance between logical and emotional approaches to tackle my problems. I love how she is very detail-oriented and takes everything you say seriously. She is so validating at all levels while also pointing out the areas you need to work on. Definitely my favorite therapist I’ve ever worked with so far!

Reviewed November 2023

She responds so quickly and respectfully.

Reviewed September 2023

Working with Barbara Leigh has truly been the best therapy experience I've ever had.

Reviewed September 2023

So far this therapist has already been a great help to giving me insight on my feelings.

Reviewed August 2023

Barbara Leigh has made such a difference in my life by working with her. By her listening and compassion, I have been able to move out of depression onto doing a little planning about my future. I am 74 years old and am in transition making decisions about downsizing and moving and what my life will look like. I'm so glad to have Barbara to be my sounding board and making some wonderful recommendations about next steps. I would highly recommend Barbara!

Reviewed August 2023

She is very knowledgeable, keeps up with the latest research/information, and is very insightful. She has a great sense of humor, which, I, personally, greatly appreciate. She constantly surprises me with fascinating tidbits of psychology which help me learn how the human brain functions. On a scale of 1 - 10. she's a 12.

Reviewed July 2023

Barbara has been a amazing. I never thought a therapist would understand me especially with the age difference and different walks of life. She’s like a good friend that gives good advise. She’s a Great listener and motivator! I always look forward to our zoom call.

Reviewed July 2023

Barbara Leigh is a highly skilled therapist who listens and asks great questions that get at the heart of the issues that you may be dealing with. She is very personable and compassionate. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs help navigating the stresses and challenges of the world that we live in.

Reviewed June 2023

I’ve only been working with her for two weeks for Barbara has already helped me. She listens well and is very insightful. She’s responsive and has just been a wonderful addition to my journey of understanding the damages I have from traumatic events and healing.

Reviewed June 2023

Barbra is awseome and has great feed back!

Reviewed March 2023

Barbara was my first therapist and has set the gold standard for all future therapists. I strongly recommend her to anyone looking for help as she is compassionate, understanding and professional. She provides a world of experience and explains strategies and concepts in such a easily understood way.

Reviewed March 2023

Barbara is amazing..She has been my therapist for a while now and I wouldn't be where I am today without her.

Reviewed February 2023

Best therapist EVER.

Reviewed January 2023

It was a much needed help and I very much appreciate her help.

Reviewed December 2022

Barbara is so amazing!

Reviewed November 2022

Barbara has been a literal life changer. She is the reason I will stay with Better Health. She knows me, gives great advice, and has helped me see things in a different light. Our sessions together are invaluable. She is THE best therapist I have ever seen and I can tell I have grown and am managing my issues a lot better with her therapy implementation.

Reviewed November 2022

Barbara has been a huge help. she helps me see different perspectives, and really helps me work through my feelings.

Reviewed November 2022

She is super calm and friendly and I really feel comfortable talking and opening up.

Reviewed November 2022

Barbara is very knowledgeable, supportive, and has a great sense of humor. I always feel comfortable talking to her, even about things that really upset me. She consistently has great insights and shares them with me in a way that doesn't make me feel stupid or ignorant. I always get pointed in the right direction and encouraged to go there, even if it's a bit scary. I will be just a bit a sad when I finally get my crap together because I won't see her anymore!

Reviewed September 2022

I am trying to be ok. You are helping. Some days are harder. The book is very enlightening while somber.

Reviewed August 2022

Barbara has truly been a God send to me. She is so incredibly supportive and I know she really gets me and truly is in it to help me. She means a lot to me as a therapist but also as a friend. I can't recommend her enough. She's amazing at what she does and has helped me tremendously.

Reviewed June 2022

she is the absolute B-E-S-T therapist I have ever worked with. We have some good laughs that help me through my hard moments. Her knowledge and explanations are so thorough and digestible. I feel so lucky to have her.

Reviewed June 2022

She has been great thus far.

Reviewed May 2022

Wow - what a blessing it has been to have Barbara in my corner. I sought out a person who could help me view my life through the lens of the faith that I follow and she has knowledge and personal experiences that benefit these conversations. She is very respectful of what I am open and ready to talk about and leaving the rest for the days and times that I are ready for it. She encourages me in ways to be a better mom and wife but not in performant or perfectionist ways but ways that are grace and space filled. My marriage and my family have both benefited from my weekly chats with Barbara. I believe whatever your faith or worldview that she would be a great asset for you. I learn new things about my brain and hormones and just about myself every week. Oh! And she puts up with my tech challenges. Thank you for all you do Barbara!

Reviewed April 2022

Barbara and I have been seeing each other for nearly two years now. She has been more accommodating, helpful, and compassionate than any mental health provider I've ever seen. I cannot recommend her or BetterHelp, which offers incredible flexibility for people with odd schedules, enough.

Reviewed March 2022

Barbara is the best therapist I have ever had. We've been working together for a while now. I trust her and love how non judgemental and supportive she is. She is a diamond in the rough type of therapist and really knows what she's doing.

Reviewed February 2022

She’s a lovely and caring woman. I’m so very thankful for how well she listens and remembers details about my life.

Reviewed November 2021

Barbara has been with me for almost 2 years, which is hard to believe. She's been with me through a boyfriend's deployment, doctoral school, the pandemic, heartbreak, having important belongings stolen in a break-in robbery, and anxiety-inducing professional presentations. She is the best counselor and I really value her opinion. I always feel like things will be ok after our sessions and talking about what's going on. Whatever betterhelp is paying her, she needs a raise to have dealt with so many of my issues for so long. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed November 2021

Barbara is an excellent therapist! She's been incredibly helpful. When we speak I truly feel heard and she's given me advice that I hold close to my heart and use regularly to help me in difficult times. She's kind, warm and I can tell she takes time to really understand where I'm coming from in her responses. She also provides useful prompts/worksheets which I find helpful. I highly recommend her if you are hesitant about therapy whatsoever. She was the second therapist I've ever had and my first experience didn't work out. She really gave me new hope and my only wish is that I'd started sessions with her sooner. If you're reading this, it's time. Barbara's got your back.

Reviewed November 2021

Barbara provides such wonderful encouragement and reminds my of my strengths and abilities to navigate difficult situations. She has given me wonderful ideas to try out and also insight into my current issue that I hadn't considered. I have gained so much through our work together. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed September 2021

Barbara Leigh is beyond professional when it comes to helping you with your challenges. She seeks to help you out with the best approaches that will help you make progress towards your life and does so with the utmost care and compassion. The best part of all is that she genuinely cares about you on a personal level, as she has always reached out to me to check and see how I am feeling and if my worries are getting better. Do not hesitate to meet with her because she has the skills and expertise that will crush your anxieties, challenges, fears, and much more, in order to live a better and happier life.

Reviewed July 2021

Very kind and insightful

Reviewed June 2021

I am not always available to log in and share what is going on, this leads me to forgetting to check in. Barbara is so great about reaching out and making sure I am doing okay. She provides articles, encouragement, and much needed advice that I feel like helps me move forward with my issues. I really appreciate her availability and her timely response. I am glad I was matched with her!

Reviewed May 2021

Barbara is great! I would highly recommend her!

Reviewed May 2021

Barbara is the best! She had so much professional experience throughout her career and it shows in the quality of her sessions. She always listens and is concerned about the things I'm dealing with. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed April 2021

Barbara is incredibly patient and wise. Her years of experience are immediately obvious as she offers a plethora of approaches.

Reviewed January 2021

I am very happy with her

Reviewed December 2020

Barbara is wonderful! She gives treat advice and responds to me in a timely manner. I always feel heard after my sessions. I would recommend her to everyone.

Reviewed December 2020

Barbara really gets to know where your coming from what you have endured and helps work yourself through it what ever it is. She's a wonderful counselor.

Reviewed August 2020

just one session , and the one step i took was hard. but i took it. and really for the first time. i think i knew the step was there, but something Barbara said gave me the confidence to take it. there is no explanation , or thanks big enough, when a stranger you only talked to once, just might be the reason I am still married, and want to stay that way. Her understanding of the autistic spectrum is tangable. really no words.

Reviewed August 2020

She’s the best

Reviewed July 2020

I love working with Barbara! She's kind and gives amazing guidance. She actually takes the time to respond and ask questions that really help dig deep and get to the root. I had worked with her when I was going through a tough time and I can honestly say I'm glad she was there to help. So thank you Barbara!

Reviewed July 2020

Barbara has helped me tremendously through good times and bad. It’s good to have somebody who knows what they are talking about if you are going through anything in life. The money I pay every month is an afterthought when I get to talk to Barbara weekly.

Reviewed June 2020

I shared this on social media to encourage others to use BetterHelp. Also, I shared it with my counselor, Barbara. I have found BetterHelp to be an incredible resource and I want people to use it! BetterHelp has changed my life tremendously. Depression and anxiety are real and the ‘woo woo’ around therapy and mental health is bull shit. Working with the right counselor is.

Reviewed June 2020

Barbara is an absolute gem to work with. She is so skilled, compassionate, and down to earth. She listens and offers great insight. I’m very grateful that I was paired with her!

Reviewed May 2020

She’s so sweet and listens.

Reviewed May 2020

She knows what she is doing. She's kind and very intelligent. I am not disappointed at all. I look forward to our sessions.

Reviewed April 2020

Barbara is a very kind hearted person who does her best.

Reviewed March 2020

Barbara can relate to my problems and knows the research surrounding my situation. It is a relief to finally find somebody who can keep my engaged with my journey to become and better person.

Reviewed February 2020

Barbara is awesome and has really helped me.

Reviewed February 2020

Barbara has been instrumental in helping through some difficult times as a result of a serious car accident. Her guidance and expertise on traumatic brain injuries has been instrumental in helping me understand what is going on and dealing with the frustration and depression as a result of the accident. While I am still healing, I am in such a better place to manage my life thanks to Barbara.

Reviewed January 2020

Barbara Leigh is a blend of authentic kindness, humility, her own life experiences, and knowledgeable in her field of psychology.

Reviewed January 2020

Barbara has great insight into what's going on with people and how to help. She's very kind and qualified and has a way of helping you get out if ur own way that is amazing.

Reviewed January 2020

Barbara is not only a great therapist but a great person. She has helped me to grow in a number of ways.

Reviewed December 2019

Barbara is the best therapist ever!!!

Reviewed November 2019

She is insightful and kind.

Reviewed September 2019

Barbara is amazing and has supported me through some of the most stressful times in my life. She keeps me grounded and reminds me I can get through anything. She gives me new perspectives. I'm not sure where I would be if she wasn't here rooting me on the past few years.

Reviewed September 2019

I am extremely appreciative of Barbara because I 100% feel like she understands what I am going through. Her words resonate with me and they don't feel like empty, canned phrases either. I truly feel like she understands and is then able to guide me with meaningful exercises and explain to me why I'm going through what I'm going through in a way that I can understand. I feel heard and I am just really appreciative of her attitude and her words.

Reviewed August 2019

She is a good listener and comes to you with advice to start helping you to talk and work through things. She goes at your speed.

Reviewed July 2019

I cannot say enough how much I appreciate Barbara’s help and guidance. She has helped me through some difficult situations, providing just what I needed to stop negative cycles and self doubt to take over. I highly recommend Barbara!

Reviewed July 2019

She’s amazing!

Reviewed June 2019

She’s amazing.

Reviewed May 2019

Barbara is simply fantastic. My sessions with her have yielded benefits in every aspect of my life and I can’t thank her enough for helping me in so many different areas.

Reviewed March 2019

Barbara is extremely understanding and committed. She is insightful and has a genuine caring. She has a way of communicating your issues in a way even u aren't fully understanding. I'm looking forward to finding more time to get the full benefits of her expertise and help.

Reviewed March 2019

Barbara listens and addresses ALL of my thoughts, feelings and concerns like no other conselor I have ever had before. She gives constructive criticism in a way that speaks to me on a level that I won’t blow it off. I highly respect what she has to say about every situation and would recommend her to anyone of my friends.

Reviewed January 2019

Love Barbara! She's been a great support :)

Reviewed August 2018

Dr. Leigh has been wonderful. She has listened to me when I felt like I was dumping everything in my head on her. The experience has helped me considerably.

Reviewed July 2018

She gives thoughtful responses and helpful incite. The validation she gives of my experiences has been truly helpful.

Reviewed July 2018

Barbara is an amazing counselor! Since the very first session I was impressed by her ability to ask just the right questions and get to the point as well as offering hands-on exercises to practice at home in between sessions. She really made me feel at my ease and I appreciated that she was able to connect deeply with me and speak my own language (e.g. metaphors related to ballet) :-) We have been working on so many areas of my life including: violence, abuse, low self-esteem, life major changes, depression and suicidal thoughts, anxiety, overthinking, false self, sexual identity, orgasmic dysfunction, family issues, professional identity, empowerment, minor health issues... Counselling has been valuable to change the way I think, consider new perspectives and get insights from a true professional! I now feel better equipped at facing life challenges, more powerful, relaxed, and mindful. Thank you Barbara!

Reviewed May 2018

Barbara was very easy to talk with - a very good listener. As I presented my issues, she was very helpful in directing me to see other options, and or views to a solution that would benefit me. I am thankful for her expertise and time.

Reviewed March 2018

She is absolutely amazing! She continues to support me with so much wisdom and care. I feel like her words guide me while I go out through my day. I feel blessed to be under her care.

Reviewed December 2017

Barbara is very kind and non-judgemental, and helps me look for solutions to problems.

Reviewed December 2017

Barbara is a kind, genuine and empathetic soul who is a keen listener. She is calm and patient with her clients. Barbara asks thoughtful questions that challenge her clients to think deeper and dive into topics. I have experienced quite a lot of change over the last year and Barbara has been there each step of the way. I am so grateful for her help and I know that I can reach out to her at any time and I will receive insightful and trustworthy advice.

Reviewed November 2017

I love her so much and I feel so bad that I put so much emotional baggage on her but she makes me feel better!!

Reviewed November 2017

Barbara Leigh is a wonderful counselor! She puts my mind at ease and has given me things to think about regarding myself and the people in my life. She validated my feelings of stress and frustration, as well as loss and hope.

Reviewed September 2017

Barbara is a very good counselor and I highly recommend her to others.

Reviewed August 2017

Barbara has been a great help, and I always feel that I have a listening ear. Thank you.

Reviewed August 2017

Barbara is very helpful. Didn't take long for her to see things from my perspective which was a relief. She seemed to validate my feelings before giving me insight to things, which is what I was searching for in that awful moment. Thank you again

Reviewed August 2017

The first counselor I've been able to open up with and feel comfortable talking to :)

Reviewed August 2017

She is very helpful and understands your needs. It's her professional experience and expertise along with her wisdom that brings out the best in you. She is a great counselor!

Reviewed July 2017

Barbara Leigh's words helped me through many difficult days. She helped me keep calm in many situations and be more confident and stand up for what I want and believe in and face my fears. Although I don't write very regularly, I find that every time I do I am left with a better understanding of myself and my surrounding. Thank you.

Reviewed June 2017

Barbara was an amazing therapist. She went above and beyond on listening to me and answering questions I had. She understood me so well and was patient and kind.

Reviewed June 2017

Barbara is real insightful and offered me thought provoking help nearly right away.

Reviewed June 2017

I never thought that online therapy will help much, but it did actually . Having someone understand you and help you to get through things in your life is amazing. Thank you Barbara

Reviewed June 2017

Barbara is great at gleaning my concerns and gently pointing me in the right direction. Sooooo helpful!

Reviewed June 2017

She listens to my problems and helps me see things from a different perspective

Reviewed June 2017

Barbara is a very proactive counselor who follows up with suggestions for actionable steps to help.

Reviewed May 2017

Barbara is very insightful, intuitive, and a great writer. While I don't think we've gone too deep into any one issue, she is very empathetic and personable. Responses were very often the first week and have tapered off to about once a week correspondence that mainly ask me follow up questions about my emails.

Reviewed May 2017

I have found Barbara very easy to talk to. She is quick to respond to my emails and offers great advice. :-)

Reviewed May 2017

After some two weeks she managed to change my perspective on few things critical to me. I feel the progress.

Reviewed April 2017

Barbara has helped me understand myself and take my time to be confident and resolve the issues I've had.

Reviewed April 2017

Barbara was amazing and so helpful in a dark time. She is so wise, patient and understanding. She helped me work through some emotions and let go of some stuff, so I could move on with my life. I'm feeling much better after having her guidance and support. She really knows how to ask the right questions that help you see things from a different perspective. Highly recommend her for dealing with depression, grief or guilt.

Reviewed April 2017

Barbara has been an absolute delight to work with over the last 3 months. Her responses are always extremely thorough, well thought out, and easy to understand while always provide insight back to your concerns. She has a wonderful way of providing alternative views to your thoughts and thought process. All while being compassionate and understanding. I would recommend her to anyone dealing with anxiety and/or depression.

Reviewed April 2017

Barbara is awesome! She helps me ask myself the right questions, and pushes me gently in the direction I need to be going. She's helped me develop self-confidence and efficacy. I feel more sure of myself and ready to action because of Barbara's support.

Reviewed March 2017

She is amazing in listening to what you have to say and guiding you in a direction that you had not thought of. I love the listening skills and letting you get what you have off your chest. She is a great help that I recommend to anyone.

Reviewed March 2017

Amazing counselor, very insightful and helped me with my issues.

Reviewed February 2017

Barbara employed her vast knowledge and experience immediately to me and my situation and I felt that she understood. That is powerful and rare for such a short period of time. Can't speak highly enough of Barbara Leigh or Better Help.

Reviewed February 2017

Barbara has been great! Very understanding and offers insight from different perspectives, which is what I needed!

Reviewed January 2017

Barbara is a great person. I have a serious relationship problem which I think I will never get over it or a very long time to recover. However, consulting with Barbara gives me a different point of view. Her knowledge, wisdom, empathy and patience are leading me out of this dark time. I strongly recommend Barbara when you have problems with relationship, especially break-up ones.

Reviewed January 2017

Barbara has been very helpful, asking good probing questions, and helping guide me through some challenging issues. She was always quick to respond, positive and upbeat, but realistic.

Reviewed January 2017

Barbara had been extremely helpful to me. I have been battling many obstacles in the last couple years and she has been so kind and patient. I appreciate the feedback and wisdom she offers and especially the questions she asks that make me dive deeper. I recommend Barbara to anyone who is having difficulty in sorting out their life's path and getting on track to their future. She has been such a delight to work with! Thank you Barbara for all your help!

Reviewed December 2016

Barbara is amazing! She really listens to what you're saying and gives advice/thoughts on the situation in a positive helping way.

Reviewed December 2016

Barbara has been phenomenal. I absolutely love the positivity and energy she brings to my life! She's an excellent listener and provides invaluable feedback and suggestions which have improved and impacted my life immeasurably. She has a great wealth of knowledge, wisdom, empathy and patience, which makes her a leader in her field. Her words and praise bring me comfort and hope while challenging me to be an ever-improving version of myself. I couldn't recommend another professional more highly.

Reviewed December 2016

Barbara is kind, approachable, and asks the right questions to get me thinking, feeling, and behaving in a better way.

Reviewed December 2016

Barbara has been invaluable as a counselor. She has been able to provide not only an ear to vent my doubts, but a mouth to tell me that it is all part of who I am. I merely sought her initially to provide some reason for my thoughts, but she has given me tools to fight those terrible thoughts.

Reviewed December 2016

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Frequently asked questions

Does Barbara Leigh offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Barbara Leigh works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Barbara Leigh speak?

Barbara Leigh speaks English.

How many years of experience does Barbara Leigh have?

Barbara Leigh has 36 years of experience.

Where is Barbara Leigh licensed to practice?

Barbara Leigh is licensed to practice in Alabama, Oregon, South Carolina, Georgia, and Washington.

Does Barbara Leigh accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Barbara Leigh does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Barbara Leigh offer?

Barbara Leigh offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Barbara Leigh?

Barbara Leigh can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Barbara Leigh?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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