She is absolutely wonderful and helped me through the hardest period in my life. She was honest in a caring way and helped guide me through the darkness.
Cynthia Barrett, LICSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Cynthia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Cynthia. View 14 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Alabama, Florida, and 2 more
Recent reviews
She is a great listener and understands exactly how to address my anxieties and concerns
More about Cynthia
- 25 years' experience
- Female
- LICSW, LCSW
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in AL and MA and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in FL and NJ with 25 years of experience as a therapist and counselor in a variety of settings. I have helped people with a wide range of challenges including depression, anxiety, stress, career concerns, family and couples issues and military issues. I also have experience working with trauma and abuse survivors.
My therapy style is warm, inviting and open. I believe in treating people with respect, sensitivity and compassion, avoiding labels and other stigma. My background is in cognitive behavioral therapy and client-centered counseling. My goal is to work with you to develop treatment plans that fit you and your specific needs and concerns.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and the first steps it takes towards change. If you feel you are ready to take those steps, I am here to support and encourage you.
At this time I am only available on Saturdays. Please visit my calendar to schedule an initial session. I look forward to working with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Family of origin issues
Family problems
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Military and veterans issues
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Postpartum depression
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Cynthia Barrett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811993843.
- LICSW · Alabama · 3807C · Expires August 2025
- LCSW · Florida · SW10154 · Expires March 2025
- LCSW · New Jersey · 44SC06158700 · Expires August 2026
- LICSW · Massachusetts · 127109 · Expires July 2026
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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Cynthia Barrett
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is absolutely wonderful and helped me through the hardest period in my life. She was honest in a caring way and helped guide me through the darkness.
She is a great listener and understands exactly how to address my anxieties and concerns
Great
Having only spoken to Cynthia once thus far, I can say that I felt heard and validated during our session. She provided great material for the needs I expressed and gave validating feed back in regards to certain situations I expressed as well.
Cynthia is a very understanding, professional, and helpful therapist. I would fully recommend her to anyone who needs therapy.
She is great!
Cynthia is an amazing person to talk to !
I really enjoy having her
She is great! She helped me alot.
Cynthia immediately made me feel comfortable expressing myself and the whole range of emotions I was feeling, she never judged, never took away from my experiences and always made me feel that she was an ally in my turmoils. She is a wonderful sounding board and her compassion made me feel safe to talk things through with her. Talking with her has made a world of difference for me and I am so grateful for her.
Cynthia is a fantastic therapist. I appreciated her patience and point of view. She offers many good techniques to improve communication and other personal things i wanted to improve. Would highly recommend.
Cynthia is a very good listener, she is giving advice and shares her own experience to help too. I feel really at ease with her and with the few times I talked to her, I feel really able to share private things with no problem!
Cynthia is kind understanding and sweet, I feel super supported!
I love and appreciate her so much! She was my second therapist with betterhelp and it was an instant connection for me. She validates my feelings and tries her best to offer solutions. She is so warm too that you feel safe opening up. I'm so happy that I didn't give up therapy and looked for another person and picked Cynthia!
Frequently asked questions
Does Cynthia Barrett offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Cynthia Barrett 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 Cynthia Barrett speak?
Cynthia Barrett speaks English.
How many years of experience does Cynthia Barrett have?
Cynthia Barrett has 25 years of experience.
Where is Cynthia Barrett licensed to practice?
Cynthia Barrett is licensed to practice in Alabama, Florida, New Jersey, and Massachusetts.
Does Cynthia Barrett accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Cynthia Barrett accepts 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 Cynthia Barrett offer?
Cynthia Barrett offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Cynthia Barrett?
Cynthia Barrett 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 Cynthia Barrett?
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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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.