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Barbara Mey, LMHC

  • Experience20 years
  • LocationRhode Island
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Barbara

Barbara Mey brings 20 years of clinical experience to her practice as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Rhode Island. She serves as a steady guide who helps clients increase self-awareness, develop practical coping skills, and move toward meaningful life goals.

Background and approach

Her work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness-based techniques while she adapts her approach to each person’s needs and comfort level. Her background includes substantial experience in substance use treatment, group and family work, and community mental health settings where she supported people with mood and anxiety disorders, PTSD, psychotic disorders, and complex life challenges.

This breadth of work informs her ability to address concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, grief, trauma, addiction, and ADHD among many other areas. Clients can expect a warm, present, and collaborative therapeutic relationship grounded in compassion and honesty.

She emphasizes tailoring interventions to individual circumstances and helping clients build skills that translate into everyday life and long-term coping.

Approaches that guide online work

Barbara integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Therapy into online sessions. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and managing impulsivity. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and stress reduction skills that support emotional regulation and coping with life changes.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and she works collaboratively with each client to determine what methods fit their needs and goals. Together they assess progress and adjust strategies so treatment remains relevant and practical for daily life.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy routines or when in-person visits are difficult, while still allowing for structured, therapist-guided work on symptoms, coping skills, and personal goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?
Barbara works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, addictions, trauma and grief, ADHD, and other life adjustments.
What is her general therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and adaptable, blending cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices while tailoring interventions to each client's preferences and goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience, including work in substance abuse treatment, group and family settings, and community mental health programs.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (RI LMHC MHC00328) practicing in Rhode Island.
Does she provide services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
How are costs and subscriptions handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Rhode Island

Languages

English

What Barbara can help with

Barbara Mey works with clients on stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and depression.

Barbara worked with clients in group, individual, and family settings.

How Barbara approaches therapy

Barbara's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Barbara is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in Rhode Island, with 20 years of clinical experience.