Dr. Tom Barbera , IN Psychologist 20041728A

Dr. Tom Barbera is a clinical psychologist who earned his PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of New Mexico in 1997, a doctoral degree that prepared him for assessment and treatment of psychological conditions. He completed his internship with a specialization in health psychology at Wilford Hall Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas, and began his career as an Active Duty Air Force psychologist, serving four years at Eglin Air Force Base Hospital and two years at the Hurlburt Field Behavioral Health Clinic. In 2001 he moved to Indiana to join the St. Vincent Family Medicine Residency Faculty, and in 2019 he joined Riverview Health in Noblesville to help launch a Behavioral Care Clinic.

He holds an Indiana psychologist license listed as IN Psychologist 20041728A and is licensed to provide telehealth services in the PSYPACT states. He is committed to evidence-based treatment for a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, stress, burnout, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, insomnia, chronic pain, diabetes self-management, obesity, and nicotine addiction. His practice emphasizes practical coping skills aimed at symptom management and improved quality of life delivered in a welcoming and compassionate setting.

Between appointments clients typically work on symptom monitoring, reading and writing exercises, and practicing coping strategies. If someone receives primary care within the Riverview Health system in Hamilton County, Indiana, he can see them through the Behavioral Care Clinic as required by his employment contract.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Tom Barbera commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy in his clinical work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a goal-oriented method that helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more effective strategies - it is often used for depression, anxiety, panic, and insomnia. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and acceptance skills to reduce stress and improve emotional regulation, which can help with anxiety, chronic pain, and burnout. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing traumatic experiences and building coping skills to reduce symptoms related to post-traumatic stress.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Barbera works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then tailors therapy accordingly, adapting methods as progress is made. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine elements from different approaches to best suit the individual.

Online therapy with Dr. Barbera is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules and for those who live at a distance. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and fit therapy into daily life while working with a licensed professional.