Wilda Rodriguez-Barnett
Licensed Therapist, MSW, LCSW
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I provide authentic, genuine care. I'll create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to be you. In our sessions, I'll listen to you closely. We'll target issues and areas to work on so you can function at your optimum level. In addition to treating OCD, I have experience with motivational interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-based therapy, and applied behavior analysis.
I provide authentic, genuine care. I'll create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to be you. In our sessions, I'll listen to you closely. We'll target issues and areas to work on so you can function at your optimum level. In addition to treating OCD, I have experience with motivational interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-based therapy, and applied behavior analysis.
Location
Licensed in Arizona, New Mexico, New York, Texas
About
Clinical Expertise
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics, Children and Adolescents
Cultural competencies
Other
Education
Yeshiva University
Insurance
Plans accepted by Wilda
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Ascension SmartHealth, Banner Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Cigna, Curative, EMI Health, Empire, Forest County Potawatomi, Highmark, Horizon BCBS, Imagine Health, Independence Blue Cross, Moda Health, Partners Direct Health, United Healthcare,
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My personal connection to OCD and mental health
I have anxiety and because of it—and being a clinician for so many years—I have a lot of empathy. When I was younger, I recall asking my mom, "please, I need someone to talk to." At that time, anybody who said something like that was called crazy. Due to the stigma, I was not able to receive therapy until I became an adult.
How I create a safe, supportive environment in therapy
The initial question I ask Members during the first session is "how do you feel?" Sometimes they say they're anxious, so I just give them ample time to feel at ease and take it from there.
What I want to help you see in yourself
I want you to feel confident that you will be able to resist compulsions. I'm also very honest about the possibility of what we call a relapse—we will get back right on track.
My message to you if you're struggling right now
Celebrate every gain. I always tell Members these are baby steps. I always make sure that I find something positive to share so you can be kind to yourself.
Why our members love working with Wilda
D.F.
Wilda has been helping me along this journey with compassion and good listening to the extent that I have progressed greatly. I have way less OCD in less than 2 months and my quality of life has increased a lot. I still have a lot to do and I am confident we can get there.
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