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Mario Barnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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8 San Jose Drive, Suite 3E, Newport News, VA 23606
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Mario Barnes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults who are coping with depression, anxiety, relationships issues, and major life transitions or challenges. He has had 9 years of experience working in the mental health field and also has a background in school social work enabling him to provide his expertise regarding the educational system. Mario received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Christopher Newport University and a Master of Social Work degree from Norfolk State University.
He works well with individuals experiencing difficulties with identifying and regulating negative thoughts and emotions. Additionally, he works with families and couples experiencing relationship challenges as well as individual struggling with substance abuse.
Mario’s approach is rooted in bringing awareness to the connections between thoughts, feelings, and actions using a number of different techniques tailored to each individual. He aims to help individuals develop a deeper understanding of themselves at all levels, which can often lead to improved self-management and self-awareness.
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Mario Barnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0904011005 Mario Barnes
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anger Management
- Depression
- Anxiety
Expertise
- ADHD
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Child
- Divorce
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Minority Issues
- Parenting
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
Location
Additional Location
Thriveworks Counseling
3804 Poplar Hill Road
Suite D
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 347-5941Nearby Areas
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Mario Barnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW