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Barbara Segreto, LCSW-R

New York LCSW-R with decades of clinical experience
  • Addictions and recovery
  • Geriatrics and eating disorders
  • Stress anxiety and coping

About Barbara Segreto

Barbara Segreto is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York with 38 years of professional experience. She holds a Master of Social Work from New York University and the LCSW-R credential, which identifies her as a licensed clinical social worker in New York.

She has developed specialized training and clinical skills to support people facing a range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, panic disorder, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, Tourette's syndrome, and obsessive compulsive disorder. Her approach is grounded in decades of work across different treatment settings, allowing her to tailor care to each person’s unique situation.

Her professional experience spans inpatient, emergency, and outpatient services for adults. Over the years she has worked with agencies such as Jacobi Hospital in the Bronx, The Visiting Nurse Service of New York in the Bronx, St. Peter's Health Partners in Albany, The Eddy Visiting Nurse Association in Troy, and Unity House Domestic Violence Program in Troy. In addition, she has maintained a private practice for more than 20 years.

Segreto also holds sub-specialties in geriatric care and eating disorders, and she applies that expertise when creating individualized treatment plans. She believes everyone deserves respectful, thoughtfully designed care, acknowledges the courage it takes to begin therapy, and looks forward to meeting new clients who seek support.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGender dysphoriaHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSmoking / vaping cessationTrichotillomaniaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Barbara Segreto have?

Barbara Segreto has 38 years of professional experience.

Is Barbara Segreto a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCSW-R credential. License details are NY LCSW-R 039055.

In which languages does Barbara Segreto provide therapy?

Barbara Segreto provides therapy in English.

Where is Barbara Segreto located?

She is located in New York.

How can I work with Barbara Segreto as my therapist?

Work with Barbara Segreto is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Barbara Segreto work with international clients?

Yes. Barbara Segreto works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Barbara Segreto 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.

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