- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
- Values based work
About Barbara
Barbara Mey is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Rhode Island with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, addiction, grief, parenting challenges, anger, and other life changes. Barbara draws on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness to help people name patterns and try practical steps for change.
She trained at Providence College and completed a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study at Salve Regina University. Early in her career she spent nearly a decade in community mental health, supporting people with mood and anxiety disorders, PTSD, substance use, schizophrenia, and personality disorders. More recently she worked in a substance abuse clinic running groups and individual sessions.
In sessions she uses CBT, mindfulness-based tools, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused techniques. That mix is used to break down problems into manageable pieces, practice new responses, and focus on values and goals. She also brings experience helping people recover from trauma and address codependency and relationship strain.
Her approach is direct and practical. She helps people learn coping skills they can use between sessions. Conversations often include noticing unhelpful thought patterns, practicing grounding or mindfulness exercises, and setting small behavior changes to try at home.
People seeking help for anger, impulsivity, or recurring conflicts at home or work will find a clinician who focuses on clear tools and steady feedback. Sessions emphasize learning new habits, improving communication, and making decisions that align with personal goals.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small committed steps toward those values. It often focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate actions, which can be useful for anger and motivation issues.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. Sessions typically include identifying unhelpful thinking patterns, trying new behaviors, and practicing skills between meetings. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and grounding skills to reduce reactivity and improve focus during stressful moments.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and practical needs, then try approaches that fit. That collaborative process means methods can be adjusted as clients learn what helps them make steady changes.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time. Those practical benefits can help maintain momentum while trying new coping strategies.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Rhode Island
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addiction, grief, relationship and family concerns, parenting struggles, and adjustment to life changes.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is practical and skills-focused, using CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused methods to break problems into manageable steps.
How long has she been practicing?
Barbara has 20 years of experience working in community mental health and substance abuse settings.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in Rhode Island and practices from that state.
Does she offer sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; confirm the current session options before booking.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.