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Perri Barra(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
New Jersey
Anxiety -Communication issues-Family issues-Life coaching- Loss, grief, and bereavement-Weight loss & management-

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Professional statement

Perri is a passionate individual who believes in a holistic approach to mental health and wellbeing. She understands that there are many stressors that we face on a daily basis, including managing our physical health, family life, work stress, financial anxiety, and so many other factors that can prevent us from being our best self. When the stressors from these events add up, it can be difficult to find your way back, and that is what Perri is here to help with. Through her strengths based approach, Perri helps her clients dig deep into their own strengths and resilience to work towards a life that is fulfilling.


Message to clients

I am a firm believer that we all have what it takes to get through the challenges and hardships that we face throughout our lives. I am here to help you discover your inner strengths and resilience so that you can use the power within yourself to move past the obstacles holding you back.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 15 years

Resilience Lab, Therapist

Monmouth University, Masters, 2009

Licensure

New Jersey: 44SL07000800

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Communication issues - Developing effective interpersonal skills in relationships withpartners, families, and co-workers; using healthy methods of communication to convey needs and respond to others

Family issues - Promoting communication and supporting family members to address challenges and reduce conflict and distress

Life coaching - Identifying intentions and implementing strategies to build resilience and work towards one’s personal, health, or career goals

Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance

Weight loss & management - Healthy approaches to weight loss and maintaining a healthy weight; promoting positive body image




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Please note that at this time, I'm unable to accept Medicare or Medicaid plans.


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna International
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • All Savers Insurance Company
  • Allied Benefit Systems
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule Insurance Company
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Meritain Health
  • New School Student Insurance (United Healthcare Student Resources)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • Trustmark
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Shared Services
  • University of California Berkeley Student Health Insurance (Wellfleet Student)
  • Wellfleet

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$150 (60min)
  • Sliding scale:$100 - $150