Barry Wasser, LCSW
Therapist in New Jersey
Barry Wasser is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, and other life challenges.
- Licensed inNew Jersey, New York
- License44SC05895200, 088762
- NPI 1003198276
- Experience8+ years
- LanguagesEnglish
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About Barry
Barry Wasser is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, and other life challenges. He focuses on practical steps that make daily life easier and supports clients as they work toward clear short- and long-term goals. Barry uses Attachment-based ideas to understand how early and current relationships shape feelings and behavior.
He pairs that perspective with approaches like cognitive behavioral work and acceptance strategies to help people change unhelpful patterns and tolerate difficult emotions.
Background and approach
Sessions are collaborative and paced to each person’s needs. He earned a Master of Social Work from Touro College's Graduate School of Social Work and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Yeshiva University. Over eight years he has worked in community settings such as a mental health homeless shelter and a transitional residence for adults living with mental illness.
That background informs a practical, problem-solving style. Barry has experience leading group therapy and providing mental health case management. He pays attention to the many factors that affect wellbeing, including family dynamics, work stress, and caregiving demands.
His approach emphasizes clear communication, steady support, and realistic steps clients can try between sessions. People who want a straightforward, relationship-focused therapist often find this style helpful. Barry aims to create a calm space where goals are identified, small changes are practiced, and progress is measured over time.
Credentials
- LCSW (New Jersey)
- License 44SC05895200 · expires August 2026
- LCSW (New York)
- License 088762 · expires July 2028
- NPI
- 1003198276 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Barry lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Antisocial personality
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Dependent personality
- Dissociation
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
Approaches Barry names
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
How relational approaches translate to online therapy
Attachment-based work looks at how relationships shape feelings and behavior. Online sessions can be used to talk through patterns that started early or that show up in current partnerships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches specific skills to change unhelpful habits and improve mood. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters to them. These approaches are useful for anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and managing intense emotions.Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will discuss your goals, try different techniques, and adapt methods based on what helps most. Together you can decide whether to emphasize relationship work, skills practice, or acceptance strategies depending on your needs and preferences.
Online formats offer flexibility for busy schedules. Video calls work well for deeper conversations and visual connection. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text-based messaging let people keep contact between sessions, manage quick questions, or process feelings in writing. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or travel routines while keeping the focus on progress and practical change.
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Frequently asked
What concerns does Barry often help people with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, bipolar concerns, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, sleeping problems, parenting strains, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, and related life changes.
What is his general therapy style?
His style is collaborative and straightforward, combining relationship-focused work with skills-based approaches to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has eight years of clinical experience, including work in a mental health homeless shelter and a transitional residence, plus group therapy and case management roles.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He holds the Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential (LCSW) and practices from New Jersey with licenses in NY LCSW and NJ LCSW.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work together?
Sessions are offered in English, and he does accept international clients.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different scheduling and communication needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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