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Barbara Popa

Compassionate, practical support for stress and addiction recovery

LCSW Indiana

Experience
8 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Barbara

Barbara Popa is an Indiana-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with eight years of experience helping adults navigate stress, anxiety, depression, and addictive behaviors. She focuses on practical strategies to build confidence, improve coping during life changes, and address symptoms like panic and social anxiety.

Background and approach

Her work also attends to related concerns including communication problems, control issues, family stress, substance use, and questions about life purpose and self-love. Her approach balances warmth and directness, adapting sessions to each person’s needs while emphasizing dignity, sensitivity, and a collaborative stance.

Barbara integrates evidence-informed tools such as cognitive behavioral techniques and skills from dialectical behavior therapy with client-centered and solution-focused elements, and she can incorporate motivational interviewing when addressing substance-related goals. She is open to providing Christian-informed support when requested and uses a positive, sometimes humorous tone to help people engage with change.

Barbara offers sessions in English for adults based in Indiana and tailors treatment plans to individual goals. She encourages prospective clients to recognize the courage in seeking help and to take the first step toward a plan that fits their life and priorities.

Approaches that guide online care and practical skill-building



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking and behaving; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, panic, and many stress-related problems. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an accepting, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the client’s own perspectives guide the pace and focus of work. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) brings skills training in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness that can be useful for mood instability, impulsivity, and strong emotional reactions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to explore which methods fit their goals, comfort level, and practical needs, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds and priorities change.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging makes it easier to access consistent care from home or work and to use brief check-ins when schedules are tight. These formats support flexibility in timing and communication style, allowing sessions to focus on skill practice, motivational work, or real-time coping strategies tailored to the client's lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Barbara commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes, along with related issues like panic attacks, social anxiety, communication problems, and family difficulties.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
The style is collaborative and respectful, blending warmth and humor with practical, goal-oriented techniques to tailor treatment to individual needs.
What is her experience in mental health?
Barbara has eight years of professional experience working in mental health and addictions, applying a range of clinical strategies with clients.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She is an LCSW licensed in Indiana with license number IN LCSW 34010560A and practices with an Indiana-based focus.
Does she provide services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English only, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available with her?
Appointments can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and preferences.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided via a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Prospective clients should select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsImpulsivityLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Indiana

Languages

English