About

Barbara "Barb" Kroening, LISW, brings a focused, practical approach to clinical social work in Iowa. With 12 years of professional experience, she centers work on issues such as family dynamics, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting, and mood disorders. Her scope also includes addictions, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and challenges related to relationships, intimacy, and sleep. Barb lists a broad set of additional focuses including attachment and blended family issues, caregiver stress, codependency, domestic violence, and hospice and end-of-life counseling.

Her practice integrates multiple clinical approaches to tailor sessions to each person's needs. She uses client-centered methods alongside mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, solution-focused strategies, and trauma-focused therapy. This mix is intended to address immediate concerns while also exploring underlying patterns and life transitions.

Barb conducts work in English and holds an Iowa LISW license (IA LISW 072666). She offers ways to connect remotely through video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. The profile lists specialties across a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns and describes a commitment to meeting people where they are and supporting gradual change.
Location:
Iowa, United States
Years Experience:
12
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Self esteem
Other areas of experience: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship issues, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Codependency, Domestic violence, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Hoarding, Immigration issues, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Sexual assault and abuse, Workplace issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: IA LISW 072666
  • NPI Number: 1275760761
  • License: LISW (Iowa)

Remote sessions and therapeutic approach



Barb uses a combination of client-centered therapy and trauma-focused techniques to support people dealing with past injuries and current life stressors. Client-centered therapy emphasizes the individual's perspective and priorities, creating space to explore feelings and goals at a comfortable pace. Trauma-focused work attends directly to painful memories and the ways those experiences continue to affect daily functioning.

Motivational interviewing and solution-focused strategies are also part of her toolkit. Motivational interviewing helps clarify motivation for change and resolve ambivalence, while solution-focused work looks for practical steps and strengths that can move a person forward. Mindfulness practices may be introduced to help regulate attention and reduce reactivity.

Barb describes collaboration as central: she and the person identify which combination of approaches fits the presenting concerns and preferred pace. Remote care is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication styles.

What is Barbara Kroening's professional background?

Barbara "Barb" Kroening is an LISW with 12 years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns including trauma, family issues, grief, and mood disorders.

What credentials and license does she hold?

She is a licensed independent clinical social worker: IA LISW 072666.

What languages does she use in sessions?

The profile indicates she provides services in English.

Where is Barb Kroening located?

Her practice is based in Iowa.

How can someone work with her online?

She offers remote communication options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

Does she accept international clients?

No. The profile states she does not accept international clients.

What does it cost to work with her?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How does someone get started?

To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to move forward.