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Barbara Doll

LISW

Experienced Ohio LISW supporting change

  • Compassionate listening
  • Practical steps
  • Goal focused

About Barbara

Barbara Doll is a licensed independent social worker with 25 years of clinical experience in Ohio. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship friction, family conflict, and parenting challenges. Her approach is respectful and compassionate, and she aims to meet each person where they are.

Barbara centers sessions on the individual needs of the person in the room. She listens without rushing and adapts the conversation to each situation. She works collaboratively to shape a plan that fits practical goals and daily life.

Her practice draws on several well-known counseling methods. Barbara uses client-centered techniques to follow what matters most to clients. She also uses cognitive behavioral ideas to identify patterns that keep problems going, and mindfulness tools to help manage stress and anxiety.

Motivational interviewing is part of her work when people are trying to change habits, including substance use. Solution-focused strategies help set small, realistic steps so progress is visible and doable.

Barbara has spent decades helping people navigate divorce and separation, blended family tensions, communication problems, control issues, hoarding, and recovery from domestic violence. She also supports people facing mood disorders, panic attacks, social anxiety, and women’s issues.

Getting started involves a short intake and a shared plan. Barbara emphasizes kindness and practical steps so people can notice change without feeling overwhelmed.

How Barbara’s Approaches Work Remotely

Barbara uses client-centered therapy to follow what matters most to each person, letting the conversation guide treatment goals. This approach helps when someone needs to be heard first and figure out priorities before moving to solutions.

She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, which focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. CBT can be useful for stress, anxiety, panic attacks, and many eating or habit-related concerns. Mindfulness techniques are used alongside these methods to build simple skills for staying calmer and managing urges in the moment.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose or adapt methods based on personal goals, daily routines, and what feels doable. That process is iterative and can change as progress is made.

The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm available session types before booking. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit into work, caregiving, or travel schedules. Others find shorter check-ins or phone conversations useful when bandwidth or camera use is difficult. Discuss scheduling and format options up front so sessions fit into everyday life without adding extra stress.

License and NPI

LISW Ohio · No. I.0007196-SUPV
NPI1962534859

As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issues

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesForgivenessHoardingLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Credentials

Ohio

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Barbara focus on?

She addresses stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family conflict, and parenting problems. Eating and food-related issues are also listed among her focus areas.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Barbara uses a respectful, client-centered style that adapts to each person. Conversations are shaped around the client’s goals and pace.

What kind of experience does she bring?

She has 25 years of professional experience working in therapy and mediation. That background includes work with domestic violence, addictions, and family disputes.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds an LISW credential and is licensed in Ohio. Her practice information reflects Ohio licensure only.

Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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