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01About Barbara
Dr. Barbara Wasowska greets people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin. She offers a steady presence and practical conversation.
People come to her for help with relationship strain, anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, and major life transitions. She holds an MD and practices as an LCPC in Maryland with 14 years of professional experience. In sessions she keeps language simple and direct.
She focuses on what a person wants to change and small steps to get there.
Background and approach
Her approach combines proven techniques with attention to emotions and attachment patterns. She uses methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address unhelpful thinking, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and action, and Attachment-Based ideas to repair close relationships. Therapy can include skills practice, noticing patterns, and experimenting with new ways of relating.
Dr. Wasowska adapts the work to each person’s needs and pace. She listens for what matters most, then makes a plan that fits daily life.
Sessions may focus on coping in the moment, improving intimacy, managing grief, or rebuilding confidence after setbacks. People who work with her can expect straightforward guidance, gentle challenge, and a focus on realistic goals. She supports clients through practical tools and conversations that aim to make day-to-day life feel more manageable.
02Credentials
- LCPC (Maryland)
- License LC7447 · expires January 2028
- NPI
- 1184096851 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Barbara lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Cancer
- Guilt and shame
- Immigration issues
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Methods Barbara names
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Imago Relationship Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
These are the methods Barbara names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
Therapeutic approaches suited to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters to them and take small steps toward those values even when feelings are hard. It can help with anxiety, depression, avoidance, and finding direction during life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them in real life. It teaches practical skills for managing panic, low mood, social anxiety, and day-to-day stressors.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will listen to goals and try methods that fit personal needs and preferences. Over a few sessions they will check what helps and adjust the plan in collaboration with the client.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video lets people use visual cues and longer conversations, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, chat and messaging suit brief check-ins or ongoing support between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and to use different formats for different needs.
05Questions people ask
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She helps people with relationship problems, trauma and abuse, intimacy concerns, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, grief, career stress, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is practical and conversational, combining skills training with attention to emotions and attachment patterns.
What is her professional background?
She has 14 years of professional experience and works as a clinician in Maryland.
Which credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She holds MD and LCPC credentials and practices in Maryland.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for online work.
How do fees and the subscription model work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
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