
Alisha Barnes
Trauma-informed counseling for meaningful change
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Trauma-informed counseling for meaningful change
Start with Alisha BarnesLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
Alisha Barnes is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania (PA LPC PC012090) and holds an additional certification as a certified complex trauma professional. She completed a Master of Science in Clinical and Counseling Psychology at Chestnut Hill College in 2016.
Over six years of practice, she has developed focused experience working with addiction, traumatic experiences including PTSD, codependency, depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns. Her work is grounded in a person-centered, trauma-informed approach that acknowledges the whole individual.
Alisha helps clients build awareness of how past experiences shape present-day interactions and relationships. She partners with each client to clarify treatment goals and creates individualized treatment plans that remain flexible to accommodate changes during the course of therapy.
She believes people can make meaningful behavioral changes and commits to working alongside clients as they pursue their goals. Known for being open-minded, non-judgmental, compassionate, and empathetic, Alisha values a therapeutic relationship defined by honesty and respect. She hopes to support individuals on their healing journey and encourages them to be kind to themselves.
Many people ask whether online therapy can make a real difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.
One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can choose the format that fits their needs and comfort level - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy life.
Therapists who provide online services are licensed professionals, offering the same professional standards you would expect in person. If the fit does not feel right, you can switch therapists at any time to find a better match.