Bertha Barrett (she/her)

With trauma being one of my specialty focuses, I often use mindfulness-based therapy to help clients experience their emotions, thoughts, and feelings in the moment. By using mindfulness and meditation, clients learn to calm the somatic and sensory symptoms often associated with experiencing a severely distressing event.

CBT is often used in my practice as one of many of my eclectic interventions. I use it to help clients challenge negative thoughts and emotions and replace them with positive ones. CBT has been proven to help with several problems, including anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and severe mental illnesses.

As a trauma specialist, I often use mindfulness-based therapy to help clients experience their emotions and thoughts in the moment without judgment. Through mindfulness and meditation, clients learn to calm somatic and sensory symptoms tied to distressing events. This approach fosters clarity, reduces distressing emotions, and helps release negative thought patterns, paving the way for healing and balance.

CBT is a key approach in my eclectic practice, helping clients challenge negative thoughts and emotions and replace them with positive ones. Proven effective for issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and more, CBT connects thoughts with behaviors to improve functioning and overall quality of life. Together, we work to foster a healthier mindset and lasting change.

Trauma therapy addresses the lasting effects trauma has on the brain, such as an overactive fight-or-flight response and weakened emotional regulation. These changes can leave individuals feeling constantly on edge. I help clients not only manage their symptoms but also understand why they feel the way they do. Through this process, we work together to foster healing and regain control over their lives.

Anxiety can feel overwhelming, with racing thoughts, “what ifs,” sleepless nights, and irritability. It often stems from past or present distressing events. I help clients identify the origins of their anxiety, understand triggers, and develop positive coping skills. Together, we work to manage symptoms and build a path to a calmer, more fulfilling life.

Trauma takes many forms, from childhood experiences to betrayal or enmeshment. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with personal experience, I help clients navigate their journey without needing to relive the details. Instead, we focus on coping with the present and building a path forward. Healing is about learning to live in the now, free from the weight of the past.

Depression can feel like a heavy weight, draining energy, motivation, and joy. It may stem from past experiences, current struggles, or even feel unexplainable. I work with clients to understand the root causes, challenge negative thought patterns, and develop tools to foster hope and resilience. Together, we create a supportive path toward healing, helping you reconnect with purpose and fulfillment in life.