Familyworks

Welcome to the website of Barbara Boutsikaris, MS LCMHC, a compassionate and experienced clinical mental health counselor, consultant, workshop presenter, clinical supervisor, university instructor, and non-denominational ordained minister. With over three decades of experience, Barbara has helped countless individuals, couples, and families navigate the complexities of life, relationships, and personal growth.

Our Approach

As a licensed clinical mental health counselor, Barbara is trained in various therapeutic approaches, including Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Relational Life Therapy, and Family Systems Theory. Her approach is centered around empathy, understanding, and collaboration. She creates a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, empowering them to make informed decisions and develop sustainable solutions.

Services

Barbara offers individual, couples, and family counseling services, addressing a wide range of issues, including:

• Intimacy and sex therapy
• Relationship challenges
• Parenting and co-parenting issues
• Anxiety, depression, and trauma
• Life transitions and transitions
• Grief and loss
• Self-discovery and personal growth

Telehealth Services

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Barbara offers TeleVideo counseling sessions to ensure continued access to her services while prioritizing health and safety.

Individualized Care

Barbara's approach is tailored to each client's unique needs, concerns, and goals. She believes in the importance of addressing clients' specific concerns and works collaboratively with them to develop personalized plans and solutions.

Client Testimonials

Hear from some of Barbara's satisfied clients who have benefited from her compassionate and expert care:

• Aug 24, 2023: Barbara is always instrumental in getting me to see new perspectives in my thoughts and feelings. She is a skilled and compassionate therapist.

• May 18, 2022: My sessions with Barbara have been life-altering. Although she had not met my teenage son, she suggested, based on our conversations, that he be tested for a learning issue. He was, and the findings placed him on a path to accomplishments he had not experienced prior!

• March 16, 2021: Couples Counseling! Barbara has been really helpful for me and my partner. We're looking forward to more sessions, and to further improving our relationship.

Book Recommendations

Barbara is an avid reader and recommends the following books for personal growth, spiritual exploration, and self-discovery:

• "The Work of Byron Katie"
• "The Power of Now" by Eckhart Tolle
• "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor E. Frankl