Dr. Barbara Prosniewski

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

I have been working with children and parents and individuals for many years. My approach to therapy is one of respect, compassion and a bit of tough love when it is needed. You need to feel that I am genuinely trying to help you and care for you. I try to normalize, as much as possible, the emotional circumstances under which you are coming to therapy. None of us are perfect. None of us have come through life unscathed. We also have certain strengths. We have all made mistakes. We have all become stuck in our thinking and with our feelings. Often communication breaks down. Here is where we learn different strategies and, as a result, become stronger, more capable and more fulfilled. I do also like to bring some humor into our sessions, when appropriate, as laughter is good for the soul and does help us gain a different perspective on the situation and ourselves.

Years Experience: 20

Location: California, United States

Accepting New Clients: No

Gender: Female

Accepting international clients: No

NPI Number: 1346626744

Credentials: CA Psychologist PSY 17496

Languages Spoken: English

Licenses: Psychologist (California) #PSY 17496 exp 2027-01-31

List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Family, Trauma and abuse, Parenting, Depression, Addictions, Relationship, Grief, Eating, Anger, Self esteem, Career, Bipolar, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Female therapist, Older, Non-religious, Liberal therapist

Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp

Therapist of color: No

Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

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Dr. Barbara Prosniewski

Compassionate, practical therapy with clear guidance

Children and parents
Adults and families
Practical coping strategies

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About

Dr. Barbara Prosniewski has spent many years working with children, parents, and individuals, bringing a steady blend of respect, compassion, and firm but supportive guidance when it is needed.

She emphasizes the importance of being genuinely invested in each person’s wellbeing, and she aims to normalize the emotional circumstances that bring people to therapy. She acknowledges that no one is perfect and that most people carry scars from life – yet everyone also has strengths to build on. Mistakes, stuck thinking, strong emotions, and breakdowns in communication are common challenges she helps clients address.

In sessions she focuses on practical strategies that help people become stronger, more capable, and more fulfilled in their relationships and daily lives. When appropriate, she also uses light humor to help clients gain perspective and ease emotional tension.

Dr. Prosniewski is a licensed psychologist practicing in California; her credential is the state psychologist license PSY 17496, which authorizes her to provide psychological services in California.

Location: California, United States

Years Experience: 20

Gender: Female

Languages Spoken: English

Therapist of Color: No

Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus: Depression, Family, Parenting, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse

Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Asperger syndrome, Autism, Bipolar, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Codependency, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Coping with life changes, Disability, Eating, Family of origin issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Foster care, Grief, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Relationship, Relationship, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Self-love, Sexual trauma, Women’s issues, Workplace issues

Therapeutic approach: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

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Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp

Currently Accepting New Clients: No

Accepting International Clients: No

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Credentials & Verification

Credentials: CA Psychologist PSY 17496
NPI Number: 1346626744
License: Psychologist (California) #PSY 17496 exp 2027-01-31

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online truly helps. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or managing life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions. A major benefit is flexibility – clients can choose the format that fits their life best, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility makes it easier to attend sessions regularly and to fit therapy into a busy schedule. Therapists who provide online care are licensed professionals, and clients can request a different therapist at any time if they want a new fit. Online therapy offers practical access to professional support while maintaining the same focus on skill-building and problem-solving that clients expect from in-person work.

How much experience does Dr. Barbara Prosniewski have?

Dr. Barbara Prosniewski has 20 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Dr. Barbara Prosniewski a licensed therapist?

Yes. Dr. Barbara Prosniewski is a licensed psychologist in California, practicing under the state’s psychologist license PSY 17496.

In which languages does Dr. Barbara Prosniewski provide therapy?

Dr. Barbara Prosniewski provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Barbara Prosniewski located?

Dr. Barbara Prosniewski is located in California.

How can I work with Dr. Barbara Prosniewski as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Barbara Prosniewski by Phone, Video, Live Chat, or Messaging.

How much does therapy with Dr. Barbara Prosniewski cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as location and therapist availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Dr. Barbara Prosniewski. Depending on her availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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