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J A Barker Psychotherapy LLC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Accepting clients Last Updated Today

Reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step, and you don’t have to know exactly where to begin. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and accepted for who you are.
I take a person-centered, trauma-informed approach to therapy, meeting you where you are and honoring your unique experiences, strengths, and needs. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and I see therapy as a collaborative process where we can work together to better understand what you’re experiencing and find what feels right for you.
As a board-certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), I also have the ability to bring creativity into our work when you’re interested. Art therapy doesn’t require you to be “artistic”—creative expression can simply offer another way to explore feelings and experiences when words don’t always come easily.
I have experience working with teens, young adults, and adults in a variety of settings, including residential treatment, substance use treatment, and crisis services. These experiences have shaped my compassionate, nonjudgmental approach and taught me the importance of seeing the whole person behind what they are going through.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, navigating a difficult transition, healing from past experiences, or simply wanting to understand yourself better, you don’t have to figure it all out alone. I’d be honored to meet you where you are and walk alongside you as you move toward where you want to be.

I am available for in person sessions, as well as telehealth/virtual sessions.

The fastest way to get in touch with me is via text or email!


Specialties

Addiction Alcohol Misuse or Abuse Anger management Anxiety Behavioral Issues Body Image Career Concerns College adjustment Depression Drug Addiction Existential Challenges / Crises Family Conflict Financial Insecurity Food Insecurity Gender Identity Grief and Loss Identity Development Intimate Partner Abuse Life Transitions Perfectionism Relationship Issues Self-esteem Self-harm Sexuality Sexual Orientation Social Anxiety Social Isolation Stress Stress from Academics Substance Abuse Trauma & PTSD

Insurance & Payment

In-Network Insurance Plans

J A Barker Psychotherapy LLC is in network for the following plans:

Aetna Anthem Anthem Blue Cross Blue Cross Blue Shield Cigna and Evernorth Highmark Independent Health Optum UnitedHealthcare UPMC

NPI Number

1104449263

Rates

Rates not provided
Sliding Scale Offered: A sliding scale fee "slides" to try to meet the needs of clients who are unable to pay the full fee. Details can be discussed upon consultation.

Practice Hours


Treatment Approaches

Art Therapy Body positivity Coaching Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Compassion Focused Culturally Sensitive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Existential Experiential Therapy Expressive Arts Feminist Gestalt Health at Every Size Humanistic Mindfulness Motivational Interviewing Narrative Person-Centered Play Therapy Psychodynamic Strength-Based Trauma Focused

Modalities

Individuals

Age Groups

Adolescents (13-17) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)

Communities

Artists

Meeting Options

Video sessions available
In-person sessions available

Qualifications

  • Years in Practice: 12
  • License(s): PA-PC012371

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Race(s): White
  • Gender(s): Cisgender, Femme, Woman
  • Sexual Orientation(s): Questioning, Straight