Barbara Hanson, LPC, DC | Psychotherapist

About Barbara Hanson

Focus areas

Anxiety

Life Transition

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Stress

Depression

Work-Related Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Strength-Based

Person-Centered

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Barbara Hanson

Hi there, I'm Barbara! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s in Counseling from Walden University. I have extensive experience working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and loss. I am here to support you through your journey. I believe in an approach that leverages your strengths and resilience, helping you develop effective coping techniques and strategies. This framework empowers you with skills to meet life's challenges today and in the future. My approach My specialty lies in strengths-based, solution-focused therapy for both men and women. I use my training and experience to offer clinical skills and real-world strategies tailored to your unique needs. My focus I work with adults 18 and older. I have a rich background supporting individuals experiencing grief, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. My communication style I believe in a collaborative approach based on client strengths and resiliency. The therapeutic process develops effective coping techniques and strategies for today's stressors. This supports clients in creating a coping toolbox to meet life's challenges now and ahead. My journey to mental healthcare Being a therapist is very rewarding. Guiding individuals as they address life difficulties is an honor I take seriously, offering my experience, skill, and passion to help clients reach their goals. My goals for you I defer to the client's expertise on their own life when setting goals and empower clients to set goals with my clinical guidance. My first session with you I guide clients through the first session with prompts about previous therapy experience, client strengths, history, and most importantly, client questions about the therapy process.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Stress Management

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - District of Columbia

Education and training

Walden University, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1568886950

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Barbara Hanson?

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Is Barbara Hanson accepting new patients?

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What practice does Barbara Hanson work with?

Barbara Hanson works with Rula Health - District of Columbia.

What are common reasons for patients to see Barbara Hanson?

Barbara Hanson frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Barbara Hanson on their profile.