Barry Winley, LMHC
Licensed LMHC with 15 years experience
- Trauma informed care
- Holistic wellbeing focus
- Available internationally
About Barry Winley
Barry Winley is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a National Board Certified Counselor with more than 15 years of direct clinical experience. He is licensed to practice in the State of New York and maintains professional membership in the American Counseling Association and the American Psychological Association.
Barry has extensive experience working within the criminal justice system, conducting evaluations and supporting individuals who have experienced trauma related to incarceration, including post-traumatic stress linked to time in custody and the social challenges of probation or parole. He has provided care for veterans, law enforcement officers, teachers, students, adults, teens, and children, helping people manage anxiety, mood disorders, relationship struggles, and other mental health concerns.
Drawing on a broadly informed skill set, Barry blends principles from Individual Psychology developed by Alfred Adler with cognitive behavioral, reality therapy, psychodynamic, and mindfulness methods. He developed a holistic framework he calls the "7 Pillars of Health" to help clients monitor overall well-being and build practical self-regulation strategies. As a Christian counselor, he also invites clients who wish to explore spiritual dimensions to include that perspective in their healing process.
Known for working in diverse settings from inner-city clinics to suburban and rural communities, Barry brings a practical, compassionate approach to complex cases and focuses on creating individualized plans that address each person’s history, strengths, and goals.
Barry has extensive experience working within the criminal justice system, conducting evaluations and supporting individuals who have experienced trauma related to incarceration, including post-traumatic stress linked to time in custody and the social challenges of probation or parole. He has provided care for veterans, law enforcement officers, teachers, students, adults, teens, and children, helping people manage anxiety, mood disorders, relationship struggles, and other mental health concerns.
Drawing on a broadly informed skill set, Barry blends principles from Individual Psychology developed by Alfred Adler with cognitive behavioral, reality therapy, psychodynamic, and mindfulness methods. He developed a holistic framework he calls the "7 Pillars of Health" to help clients monitor overall well-being and build practical self-regulation strategies. As a Christian counselor, he also invites clients who wish to explore spiritual dimensions to include that perspective in their healing process.
Known for working in diverse settings from inner-city clinics to suburban and rural communities, Barry brings a practical, compassionate approach to complex cases and focuses on creating individualized plans that address each person’s history, strengths, and goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Barry Winley have?
Barry Winley has 15 years of experience in direct mental health counseling.
Is Barry Winley a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LMHC credential - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and is licensed in New York as NY LMHC 003955-1.
In which languages does Barry Winley provide therapy?
Barry provides therapy in English.
Where is Barry Winley located?
Barry is based in New York.
How can I work with Barry Winley as my therapist?
You can work with Barry through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Barry Winley work with international clients?
Yes, Barry works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Barry Winley 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Barry Winley
Barry draws on attachment-based work to explore how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust; this approach helps people address issues like intimacy, abandonment, and attachment difficulties by identifying relational patterns and building more secure ways of relating.He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, then practice concrete strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress while improving day-to-day functioning.
Emotionally-focused therapy (EFT) is another modality Barry employs for couples or individuals who want to understand and shift emotional cycles that undermine relationships; EFT focuses on accessing and reshaping core emotional responses to create stronger bonds and clearer communication.
Finding the right fit among these approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Barry works collaboratively with each client to assess needs, goals, and personal preferences, and will tailor a plan that may combine methods over time to best support progress.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in that work - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing clients to access licensed professionals from different locations, fit sessions into busy schedules, and continue care during life transitions or travel.