Barbara Walsh, LCSW
About me
As a licensed therapist in Connecticut, I bring three decades of compassionate clinical experience supporting individuals through life's complex challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate emotional wellness, with specialized expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, stress management, and self-esteem concerns.
I offer a supportive, faith-informed approach that honors each person's unique journey. My therapeutic work focuses on empowering individuals to develop stronger communication skills, overcome social anxiety, and rediscover personal purpose. I'm particularly committed to supporting women through transitions, workplace challenges, and healing from past emotional wounds.
My approach integrates evidence-based techniques with genuine empathy, creating a safe space where clients can explore their experiences, build resilience, and cultivate meaningful personal growth. Whether you're struggling with life changes, relationship dynamics, or internal emotional landscapes, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with understanding and professional guidance.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Control issues, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
License information
CT LCSW 58.003906