Walter Barron, LCSW
Experienced LCSW focusing on family and trauma
- 35 years experience
- Family and relationship focus
- Client centered therapy
About Walter Barron
Walter Barron, LCSW, brings 35 years of experience in the mental health field to his clinical work. He has worked across inpatient and outpatient settings, spent 11 years in military employment, provided services for Veterans Administration outpatient community programs, and served as a private contractor. Over the course of his career he has treated a wide range of concerns including stress management, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, grief, major serious mental illness diagnoses, and marital and family relationship problems.
His practice is grounded in client-centered therapy, delivered in a warm, non-directive systems-oriented manner that pays close attention to both individual and family dynamics. He also integrates cognitive behavioral approaches informed by the models of Dr. Aaron Beck and Dr. Albert Ellis, using these techniques when they align with a client’s goals. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, which indicates his professional training and licensure in social work.
Before recommending any specific method, he completes a thorough assessment and builds a collaborative client-therapist relationship to determine the changes a client wants to make. He emphasizes respect for client self-determination and recognizes that beginning therapy is a significant step, aiming to make the process constructive and meaningful for each person.
His practice is grounded in client-centered therapy, delivered in a warm, non-directive systems-oriented manner that pays close attention to both individual and family dynamics. He also integrates cognitive behavioral approaches informed by the models of Dr. Aaron Beck and Dr. Albert Ellis, using these techniques when they align with a client’s goals. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, which indicates his professional training and licensure in social work.
Before recommending any specific method, he completes a thorough assessment and builds a collaborative client-therapist relationship to determine the changes a client wants to make. He emphasizes respect for client self-determination and recognizes that beginning therapy is a significant step, aiming to make the process constructive and meaningful for each person.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Walter Barron have?
Walter Barron has 35 years of experience.
Is Walter Barron a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LCSW. License details: MO LCSW 001850.
In which languages does Walter Barron provide therapy?
English.
Where is Walter Barron located?
Missouri.
How can I work with Walter Barron as my therapist?
You can work with Walter Barron through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Walter Barron work with international clients?
Yes, Walter Barron works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Walter Barron 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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
Client-centered therapy focuses on the individual’s own goals and strengths, offering a warm, non-directive environment where the therapist supports self-exploration and decision making. This approach is helpful for people navigating relationship concerns, grief, or life transitions because it centers the client’s perspective and values.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-oriented approach that examines how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. CBT provides tools for managing anxiety, depression, trauma symptoms, and stress by teaching strategies to reframe unhelpful thinking patterns and practice new coping behaviors.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It can be particularly useful for clients who struggle with intense emotions, relationship conflicts, or difficulty managing impulses.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Walter Barron and each client work together to assess needs, clarify goals, and select methods that fit the client’s preferences and life circumstances. He integrates techniques only after a careful assessment and ongoing conversation about what change the client desires.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect with licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats can make it easier to schedule regular sessions, maintain continuity during life changes, and access therapy from different locations, while allowing therapists and clients to focus on practical and effective strategies for change.