Barbara Kirkman, LPC
Compassionate counselor guiding recovery and healing
- Addiction recovery
- Trauma-informed care
- Flexible scheduling
About Barbara Kirkman
Barbara Kirkman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with deep personal and professional experience in addiction recovery and trauma-informed care. She holds a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Tennessee and has also trained as a chemical dependency counselor, bringing both clinical training and lived experience to her practice. The LPC credential indicates formal licensure to provide mental health counseling in Texas.
Her own recovery journey and history as a survivor of domestic abuse guided her back to graduate school and into a career focused on helping others find stability after crisis. Early roles included work in a recovery center and as an Aftercare Supervisor supporting clients through the critical early months of sobriety. She later served as an outpatient therapist at a community mental health agency, developing experience treating depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, trauma, and related concerns.
Kirkman’s clinical toolbox includes cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and trauma recovery methods, and she approaches treatment with a client-centered stance that honors each person as an expert on their own life. A liberal thinker who embraces diverse lifestyle choices, she emphasizes self-awareness, personal growth, and collaboration as clients discover their own paths to recovery.
Her schedule is primarily daytime with a limited number of evenings and weekends, and she strives to accommodate client needs with flexibility. She aims to help people build lives of greater meaning, joy, and satisfaction.
Her own recovery journey and history as a survivor of domestic abuse guided her back to graduate school and into a career focused on helping others find stability after crisis. Early roles included work in a recovery center and as an Aftercare Supervisor supporting clients through the critical early months of sobriety. She later served as an outpatient therapist at a community mental health agency, developing experience treating depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, trauma, and related concerns.
Kirkman’s clinical toolbox includes cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and trauma recovery methods, and she approaches treatment with a client-centered stance that honors each person as an expert on their own life. A liberal thinker who embraces diverse lifestyle choices, she emphasizes self-awareness, personal growth, and collaboration as clients discover their own paths to recovery.
Her schedule is primarily daytime with a limited number of evenings and weekends, and she strives to accommodate client needs with flexibility. She aims to help people build lives of greater meaning, joy, and satisfaction.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesCodependencyDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionGuilt and shameInfidelityMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Barbara Kirkman have?
Barbara Kirkman has 40 years of experience working in counseling and recovery settings.
Is Barbara Kirkman a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential. Her license is listed as TX LPC 16754.
In which languages does Barbara Kirkman provide therapy?
Barbara Kirkman provides therapy in English.
Where is Barbara Kirkman located?
Barbara Kirkman is located in Texas.
How can I work with Barbara Kirkman as my therapist?
You can work with Barbara Kirkman through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Barbara Kirkman work with international clients?
Yes, Barbara Kirkman works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Barbara Kirkman 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 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches and Online Support for Recovery and Resilience
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and collaboration so the therapist follows the client's priorities and supports self-directed growth. It is helpful for people navigating life transitions, relationship issues, and the aftermath of trauma.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression, and problematic coping patterns. It often includes practical skills and structured exercises to manage mood and stress.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance of thoughts and feelings, which can lessen reactivity to stress and support long-term coping. It is commonly used alongside other approaches to address anxiety, depression, and relapse prevention.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Barbara works collaboratively with clients to determine which strategies best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they explore what feels most useful and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, geographical distance, and varying communication needs. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and access licensed professionals from different locations while fitting therapy into everyday life.