{"id":173,"date":"2025-10-11T20:21:20","date_gmt":"2025-10-11T20:21:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/locuscounselingcenter.com\/?page_id=173"},"modified":"2026-05-11T17:54:37","modified_gmt":"2026-05-11T17:54:37","slug":"s-michelle-barnett","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/locuscounselingcenter.com\/?page_id=173","title":{"rendered":"S. Michelle Barnett"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>LPC, LCDC,&nbsp;NCC&nbsp;<em>(she, her)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"320\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/locuscounselingcenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/320x400.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26\" style=\"width:207px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/locuscounselingcenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/320x400.png 320w, https:\/\/locuscounselingcenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/320x400-240x300.png 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you struggling with the aftermath of a traumatic event? Whether it&#8217;s a recent occurrence or something that happened years ago, the emotional pain can be overwhelming and difficult to manage on your own. I specialize in helping individuals work through their traumatic experiences in a safe and supportive environment. Together, we will explore the impact of the event on your life and develop coping skills to manage the associated emotions. Traumatic experiences can have a significant impact on our mental health, leading to symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"841\" height=\"698\" src=\"https:\/\/locuscounselingcenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/medium.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27\" style=\"width:801px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/locuscounselingcenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/medium.jpeg 841w, https:\/\/locuscounselingcenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/medium-300x249.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/locuscounselingcenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/medium-768x637.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 841px) 100vw, 841px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Through counseling, you can learn strategies to manage these symptoms and improve your overall well-being. I am here to support you every step of the way. I provide a judgment-free space for you to express yourself and process your emotions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You don&#8217;t have to go through this alone. If you&#8217;re ready to start your healing journey, contact me to schedule an appointment. River June, my service dog, and I are here to help you on your journey of healing. I am also an Army veteran who enjoys working with other veterans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Individual or Couple Sessions\u00a0$140<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>She offers $120 private pay Cash rates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Insurance <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(cost will be based on your insurance plan)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Aetna<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cigna and Evernorth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specialties and Expertise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Anxiety<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Depression<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dual Diagnosis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>LGBTQ+<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Substance Use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trauma and PTSD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Veterans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treatment Approach<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of Therapy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Motivational Interviewing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>LPC, LCDC,&nbsp;NCC&nbsp;(she, her) Are you struggling with the aftermath of a traumatic event? Whether it&#8217;s a recent occurrence or something that happened years ago, the emotional pain can be overwhelming and difficult to manage on your own. I specialize in helping individuals work through their traumatic experiences in a safe and supportive environment. 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