Barry Wasser , LCSW

Barry Wasser is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Yeshiva University and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Touro College's Graduate School of Social Work. He focuses his practice on helping people who have experienced anxiety, depression, trauma, and more severe or persistent mental health challenges, working with adults, older adults, and their families.

With eight years of clinical experience, Barry draws on a range of therapeutic techniques to tailor sessions to each person's needs and goals. He has provided services in diverse settings, including a mental health homeless shelter and a transitional residence for adults with mental illness, and has facilitated group therapy and mental health case management to support both individuals and family systems.

Barry prioritizes building supportive therapeutic partnerships marked by openness and assertiveness. He creates a welcoming space for clients to explore obstacles that affect their quality of life and collaborates with them to set and pursue short- and long-term goals. Each session or family meeting is approached as an opportunity to identify practical steps toward sustained personal growth.

Approaches that guide online therapy

Barry integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into his work. ACT helps clients clarify personal values and develop practical strategies to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking committed steps toward meaningful goals - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in close relationships and how early experiences affect current bonds, which can support work on intimacy, relationship struggles, and family dynamics. CBT offers structured tools to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it effective for anxiety, depression, and coping with day-to-day challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Barry collaborates with each client to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time so therapy remains aligned with the client's priorities.

Online therapy with Barry is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options let clients connect from their homes or other convenient places, schedule sessions around work or caregiving responsibilities, and maintain continuity of care even when life circumstances change. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver guided, consistent support that fits into a client's daily routine.