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Tammy Barnum, LMHC
New York
LMHC in New York - Stress and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-centered work
- Mindfulness methods
About Tammy
Tammy Barnum is an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) practicing in New York with 22 years of experience. She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, sleep problems, parenting challenges, depression, addictions, LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy concerns, eating issues, anger, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
She uses straightforward, practical approaches in sessions. Tammy often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. She also uses client-centered methods and narrative techniques to help people tell and reframe their stories.
Her background includes work in schools, community programs, and mental health clinics. That variety informs how she structures sessions and sets goals. She pays attention to how past experiences and present patterns interact when people want change.
Sessions focus on clear problems and steps that can be practiced between meetings. Tammy mixes conversation, skill-building, and short exercises to test new ways of thinking and acting. She helps people break big problems into manageable tasks and track what changes work.
Tammy describes her role as supporting and encouraging people while they try practical strategies. She checks in on what helps and adjusts the work as needed. The aim is to create simple, usable tools clients can apply to daily life.
How Tammy's approaches translate to online work
Tammy commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors with short exercises. CBT can be useful for anxiety, mood concerns, sleep problems, and coping with life changes.She also uses client-centered methods that emphasize listening and reflecting what matters to the person. That approach helps clarify goals and decide which practical steps to try next. Mindfulness therapy is another tool she brings in to teach simple attention and breathing strategies that reduce reactivity and support sleep and stress management.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. Tammy will talk with the client about their goals, try an approach, and adjust based on what helps. The plan is practical and revisited regularly so work stays focused on concrete changes.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit brief check-ins into a busy day, use screen-sharing for worksheets, or practice mindfulness skills between sessions. Discuss format preferences when scheduling to find what fits daily life.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Tammy help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sleep problems, addictions, trauma and many related concerns listed in her specialties.
How does Tammy use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help people recognize unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking and behaving through practical exercises.
What is her clinical background?
Tammy has 22 years of experience and has worked in schools, community programs, and mental health clinics.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is an LMHC licensed in New York and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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