Barb Richards, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Portage, MI
Online & In-Person
Free initial consultation
About me
Within therapy, I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental environment to explore thoughts, feelings, and reactions. I would be honored to be a part of your journey, providing support and encouragement as you walk down your path to wellness. Please feel free to email me if you have any questions or would like to schedule an intake.
I have a passion for coming alongside my clients and empowering them to find their strengths to make positive changes in their lives. I am committed to building a relationship with my clients that will facilitate growth and healing; gaining knowledge and tools that will promote continued growth and development even after therapy has ended. I am also dedicated to continuing to grow and learn professionally and personally in order to provide the best possible care for my clients.
My approach to counseling is person-centered and strength-based. I believe that each individual has the power to change, grow, and heal and that sometimes we all need someone to come alongside us and help us on our journey to living our best possible life. Also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) and Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT).
License
License(s)
Education
Central Michigan University
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$100 - $180Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Cash
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Credit Card
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Accepted insurance plans
- United Healthcare
- Aetna
- Out of Network
- Medicaid
- Self-Pay Only
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Optum
- Priority Health
Specialties and clinical interests
- ADHD
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Mental Health Professionals
- Parenting & Parent-Child Relationships
- Relationships
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Injury
- Trauma & PTSD
- Women's Issues
Therapy types
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
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Location
Best Life Counseling & Consultation LLC
5228 Lovers Lane
Suite 102
Portage, MI 49002 US
Office is ADA Accessible
Licensed to see clients in
Types of clients
- Older Adults (65+)
- Individuals
Languages
- English
Website and social media