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Asking for help can be very difficult and I believe it takes a lot of strength. I feel everybody needs a little help at some point in their life and there is nothing wrong with that. I embrace the opportunity to be the person people can reach out to for that help. I feel honesty is very important and will offer a safe, non judgmental space for you to openly share your thoughts and struggles.
I am a licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Iowa with 15 years work experience. I believe it is important to meet people where they are at and am willing to do so while also offering gentle encouragement to help people get to where they want to be. I have worked with individuals with substance abuse issues, anger issues, trauma history, relationship issues, grief and loss, and parenting issues. I have worked closely with immigration populations on a professional and personal basis.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Professional experience
9yrs in practice
Family conflictsTrauma, AbuseGriefParenting issuesSelf esteem, Motivation
Additional areas of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship issues, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Attachment Issues, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Codependency, Domestic Violence, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and Shame, Hoarding, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Immigration Issues, Isolation / Loneliness, Life Purpose, Mood Disorders, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Paranoia, Personality Disorders, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic Stress, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Prejudice and Discrimination, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Women's Issues, Workplace Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Barbara "Barb" Kroening. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
She is an amazing therapist
I am grateful i am her client
I am happy with the way she truly listens and gives great insight and recommendations
Written on Apr 06, 2023 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Barb as she is referred to as my therapist is very kind compassionate and she is a good listener. If you need to talk to someone please try her very best I can say my first time talking to a therapist so for me it was a good experience.
Written on Apr 05, 2023 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She was great!
Written on Feb 07, 2023 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and trauma and abuse
Barb is amazing!!
Written on Dec 08, 2022 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 2 weeks
Barb is a very warm and understanding individual. I always feel listened to, but she also asks questions relating to previous sessions so you can work on things over time. I couldn’t speak more highly of her.
Written on Oct 16, 2022 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Barbara was very compassionate and understanding during our sessions. She is empathetic especially to those who are neurodivergent and have family troubles. I can't recommend her enough!
Written on Sep 29, 2022 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and anger management
Barb is fantastic
Written on Aug 18, 2022 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Barb is kind, warm and a lovely human to have in your corner. Online therapy was not right for me, but she made my week better every time we talked. If you are looking for someone, she is a great resource and will walk you through all of your feelings. I highly recommend her.
Written on Jun 27, 2022 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Barb is the best! She truly makes an effort to get to know her clients and what their needs are.
Written on Jun 15, 2022 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Awesome
Written on May 20, 2022 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Barb has been great, really good at listening and diving into what’s most important
Written on Apr 06, 2022 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
she’s an amazing listener. i feel heard and validated when i speak to her
Written on Apr 04, 2022 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Barb is great! She has always made me feel very comfortable to be myself and speak honestly with her about what I’m going through. I know she’s not judging me and truly just wants the best for me. She offers productive and helpful solutions. I feel like I’ve grown a lot since meeting with her.
Written on Mar 07, 2022 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
I am extremely grateful for Barb's patience and practical experience during our sessions. She is easy to communicate with, and understanding of my concerns.
Written on Feb 21, 2022 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Barb allows me to have a voice in a seemingly endless barrage of noise and I feel like she gives me a safe space to talk and learn .
Written on Feb 08, 2022 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Barb is caring, supportive and a great listener.
Written on Dec 28, 2021 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Barb is attentive and supportive. She carefully listened to my concerns and equipped me with knowledge and tools to better cope with my impulsiveness when I’m emotionally charged. She spoke with clarity and compassion. I instantly felt comfortable with Barb. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for self-improvement.
Written on Sep 21, 2021 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Barb’s great. She knew of my cultural and traditional issues. I didn’t have to spend a session explaining to her about how Hmong views were and I was really pleasantly surprised. I appreciate her!
Written on Sep 20, 2021 after therapy with Barbara "Barb" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
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