Barbara Kailean Welsh, LPC

Wisconsin LPC for anxiety and trauma

Stress and anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Strength-based care

About Barbara Kailean Welsh

Barbara Kailean Welsh is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Wisconsin with 22 years of experience. She supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, struggles with self-esteem and depression, and the everyday life changes that can derail a sense of wellbeing. Her practice also addresses a wide range of related concerns including body image, caregiver stress, codependency, family problems, eating and food-related issues, hoarding, and first responder stress.

Barbara emphasizes a holistic understanding of health that honors the interconnection of body, mind, and spirit. She brings respect, sensitivity, and compassion to each person's unique life story, and she aims to tailor care to individual strengths and needs. Her work is strength-based, collaborative, and experiential, inviting clients to take an active role in their own healing process.

Recognizing that reaching out for help takes courage, Barbara acknowledges that the first step toward change is meaningful. She encourages people to engage in the therapeutic process and explores practical strategies and emotional insight to help restore balance and build resilience over time.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Body imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Barbara Kailean Welsh have?

Barbara Kailean Welsh has 22 years of experience.

Is Barbara Kailean Welsh a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor, licensed in Wisconsin (WI LPC 3789-125).

In which languages does Barbara Kailean Welsh provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Barbara Kailean Welsh located?

Barbara Kailean Welsh is located in Wisconsin.

How can I work with Barbara Kailean Welsh as my therapist?

You can work with Barbara Kailean Welsh through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Barbara Kailean Welsh work with international clients?

Barbara Kailean Welsh does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Barbara Kailean Welsh cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Sessions and Personal Growth

Barbara uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where a person's own goals and values guide the work. This approach focuses on listening, validation, and collaboration, and is helpful for building self-esteem and navigating life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT offers practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching skills to reframe thinking patterns and develop coping strategies.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) brings skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for intense emotions, relationship challenges, and patterns of reactivity.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Barbara works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods align best with a client's needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts strategies over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it possible to fit therapy into busy schedules, access care from home, and maintain continuity of support during life transitions, while working with a therapist who can tailor sessions to each person's situation.

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