- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About Larry
Larry Barber is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with 19 years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, and major life changes. He also addresses related concerns such as caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, forgiveness, and guilt and shame.
Larry uses straightforward, practical talk in sessions. He draws from client-centered listening and cognitive behavioral tools to help people name what feels wrong and test small changes. He blends mindfulness practice and motivational interviewing when people want help noticing patterns and finding next steps.
Many people come to him for help with communication problems, isolation or loneliness, and midlife questions. He works with issues that arise from aging, hospice and end-of-life concerns, and the stress of caregiving. First responders and men seeking help with role and purpose are also among his focus areas.
In a typical session Larry will listen for the patterns that keep someone stuck, reflect what he hears, and suggest practical experiments to try between meetings. He uses Gottman Method ideas when relationship skills are the main goal and CBT techniques when thoughts and behaviors are a focus.
His style is faith-informed when clients choose to include spiritual beliefs in their work. Sessions aim to be direct, respectful, and oriented toward sensible next steps rather than abstract theory.
How his methods translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on careful listening and reflecting back what matters to the client. Online sessions use that same approach so the therapist and client can clarify feelings, values, and what a person wants to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and tests small experiments. Online work can include practice exercises, thought records, and homework that fit into daily life.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Larry will work collaboratively to decide whether client-centered listening, CBT, or mindfulness-based work best for the concern at hand. The choice depends on goals, what a person is willing to try between sessions, and how they prefer to work together.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, or medical appointments. They also allow for shorter check-ins or scheduled times that match a daily routine, and they support using worksheets or mindfulness practices between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
19+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What problems does he address related to guilt or shame?
He lists guilt and shame among his focus areas and helps people who carry these feelings from relationships, actions, or family and faith contexts.
How does he approach guilt and shame in sessions?
He combines client-centered listening with CBT and mindfulness to help people name painful thoughts, notice reactions, and try small behavioral experiments.
What is his professional background?
He is an LPC with 19 years of experience working with stress, trauma, grief, and life transitions.
Where is he based and licensed?
He practices in Texas and holds an LPC credential in Texas.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.