Bruce is a wonderful kind man with deep insight and presence. I can't recommend him enough!
Bruce Barrett, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Bruce is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Bruce. View 23 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Massachusetts
Recent reviews
Bruce is a wonderful man. For years and years I have had a hard time opening up to anyone, and in a few visits I have felt like I have known him for years. He’s easy to open up to, and listens. Our time in our chats is like 2 old friends just talking, no judgement, just an ear to hear my thoughts, and offer advice. I am so grateful to have him in my life.
More about Bruce
- 19 years' experience
- Male
- LMHC
Throughout my counseling career, I have always been interested -- fascinated, in fact -- in finding meaning and value in the experiences of others, joyful and sorrowful, frightened or courageous, and in helping them to grow in their own lives. Although I am not rigid in my approach to therapy, I see myself as a Narrative Therapist (Dulwich Model), with a strong background in Gestalt Therapy for dream work and understanding polarities (contradictions) in our lives, Gendlin's Focusing for sifting through psychological uncertainty, and along with Focusing, a strong interest in mindfulness-based stress management as a support technique for personal growth..
I have worked as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Massachusetts since 2012 (including my licensure training), and for many more years prior to that as an Associate Psychologist (Masters Level) in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
I also worked for several years as a Certified Alcoholism Counselor (CAC) in Massachusetts in both inpatient and outpatient settings with a strong 12-step orientation. I am myself a recovering alcoholic, with 40 years of continuous sobriety -- a day at a time!
I have a particular interest in working with people living on the Autism Spectrum, both adults and younger folks. Like many who work in the field, I bring personal family experience to the work, and I take pride in my ability to find common ground with people living on or near the Spectrum.
More generally, I have an abiding interest in working with military family members, including those who have long since left the life of being a Military Dependent. As a former Army Brat and "Third Culture Kid," (TCK) I bring particular awareness and concern to the life-long issues of those whose developmental years were spent "inside the Fortress, " as Mary Edwards Wertsch describes it, including those TCKs who grew up in cultures and countries overseas.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
ADHD
Aging and geriatric issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dissociation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Life purpose
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Multicultural concerns
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Sex addiction
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic brain injury
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Bruce Barrett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922379007.
- LMHC · Massachusetts · 9090 · Expires December 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Bruce Barrett
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Bruce is a wonderful kind man with deep insight and presence. I can't recommend him enough!
Bruce is a wonderful man. For years and years I have had a hard time opening up to anyone, and in a few visits I have felt like I have known him for years. He’s easy to open up to, and listens. Our time in our chats is like 2 old friends just talking, no judgement, just an ear to hear my thoughts, and offer advice. I am so grateful to have him in my life.
He's the best of the best
Bruce is compassionate, caring, and a great listener. I greatly appreciate his expertise in abusive marriages, which is what I am experiencing. So grateful also for his Christian perspective.
bruce is the best
Bruce is excellent. He is a great listener, supporter, and our sessions always leave me with much to think about. I often come to a new understanding of my concerns, which has been extremely helpful.
Bruce has provided endless links and articles to better understand the practice of mindfulness and betterment of the mind. He’s listened and shared metaphors that provide clarity and align with how I’m feeling.-
Very attuned to his clients needs. Able to be in the present and is a reflective listener. He builds connections easily and is able to provide support and knowledge in multiple clinical areas of need
Bruce is a fantastic therapist. He always makes me laugh and really helps me think through what I am going through in a new way. Bruce is super encouraging and has helped me tackle my anxiety and depression so that I can live my life without being held back by them. I wish everyone had as good an experience with therapy as I have had with Bruce.
Bruce is terrific! Throughout the course of our sessions I've learned and grown as an individual. I feel better about myself and my life. That makes me want to be a better person.
Bruce is amazing. He is super approachable and very helpful and always makes me feel better. I really appreciate how he makes it feel like I’m talking to a knowledgeable mentor rather than a conventional therapist.
Bruce is great at understanding needs. He is very light hearted and easy to have conversation with but also is serious in helping you with your struggles.
Bruce has been extremely helpful to me. He is a great listener and I appreciate his expertise and guidance.
Bruce is a gem. He has an amazing gift to make you feel comfortable and listened to. He respectfully suggests different perspectives when discussing life and helps you stay curious about your thoughts and feelings.
Bruce is just Wonderful.
Bruce is great! Love taking to him. Very open minded.
Bruce will make you think, and make you laugh, in kind - all while keeping your improved well being in mind.
I am a licensed social worker myself, so I have known many counselors over the years. Bruce is excellent, and exactly what I was looking for. He is a warm, empathic listener, but is also quite knowledgeable about counseling theory and has very appropriately challenged me to think in new ways. I am so glad that I was matched with him.
Love Bruce so down to earth and very helpful!!
Although I have just started with Bruce a few weeks ago I feel lighter in my emotional load. As a clinician myself we sometimes forget to take care of ourselves and Bruce has a wonderful way of just being there in the present with you and exploring other mediums of coping and being supportive. Very active responder and great communicator.
He is very nice, extremely kind, patient and a knowledgeable person. I really like the fact that he knows about other religions like Hinduism a lot and his thoughts help me a lot to be a better person. Highly recommended from my side.
Bruce invites a presence of understanding with humor. He does not take your feelings lightly, yet he challenges you in other ways to take the lighter side of things. He emphasizes and shares experiences that are presented applicable to your story. Through narrative therapy, wondering, reframing and as simple as reminding you to be present with your emotions, that it is ok - he gives the client space to access their own personal healing through his space.
Very friendly and cares wholeheartedly.
Frequently asked questions
Does Bruce Barrett offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Bruce Barrett works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Bruce Barrett speak?
Bruce Barrett speaks English.
How many years of experience does Bruce Barrett have?
Bruce Barrett has 19 years of experience.
Where is Bruce Barrett licensed to practice?
Bruce Barrett is licensed to practice in Massachusetts.
Does Bruce Barrett accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Bruce Barrett does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Bruce Barrett offer?
Bruce Barrett offers clients Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Bruce Barrett?
Bruce Barrett can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Bruce Barrett?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.