LaChelle Barnett, LCSW

LaChelle Barnett is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 15 years of professional experience helping individuals and families navigate addiction, trauma, and a wide range of mental health challenges. She earned an undergraduate degree in Sociology from the University of Dayton and a Master of Social Work from Indiana University, and she is nearing completion of a doctorate degree. LaChelle has developed clinical strengths in addictions and trauma work while also treating stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, career transitions, compassion fatigue, and other life changes.

Her clinical training includes evidence-based methods such as ACT, CBT, DBT, EMDR, Seeking Safety, MRT, EFT, and Batters Intervention, which she adapts to each person’s needs. LaChelle is known for a direct communication style and a focus on accountability, working best with clients who are committed to personal growth but feel overwhelmed by the process. She balances focused work with a sense of humor, believing that progress can include both honest effort and moments of levity.

LaChelle typically sees clients on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays and has limited evening availability. She welcomes people who want clear guidance, practical next steps, and steady support as they move toward their goals.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

LaChelle uses a range of evidence-based techniques tailored to each person’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) targets distressing memories and the emotions tied to trauma, offering a structured way to reduce the intensity of past events. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages acceptance of difficult internal experiences while clarifying values and committed action, which can be helpful for avoidance, low motivation, and chronic stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. LaChelle collaborates with each client to consider preferences, goals, and responses to treatment and adjusts techniques over time to find the best fit. This collaborative process helps ensure the work aligns with what matters most to the client.

Online therapy with LaChelle is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, make continuity of care easier during life transitions, and allow access to licensed professionals without the need to travel to appointments.