Monica Barrett has been a professional counselor for over 12 years. Her expertise include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, trauma, substance abuse/addictions, mood disorders, and grief counseling. She works with adults, children, adolescents, and couples.
Monica has a Master’s degree in Human Resource Development and Counseling from Webster University, an Education Specialist degree in Guidance and School Counseling, and is currently pursuing her doctorate in Behavioral Health at the University of Arizona.
Monica’s past positions included working at public mental health agencies, at school boards, and at a Inova hospital. She is currently employed with Prince William hospital, in private practice with Tysons Psychiatry, and affiliated with Hopewell House for Independent Living.
She has been trained by Dr. Patrick Carnes, Claudia Black, Stephanie Covington, John Bradshaw, and Dr. Prochaska ,and many other integral leaders in the behavioral health profession.
Monica has also conducted volunteer work as a Guardian ad Litem, and worked as a business adjunct within the Business department for a community college over 2 years. She has been awarded recognition as a Guardian ad Litem, as well as being highlighted as an essential individual to students in the Cumberland county, NC region making a difference in “No Child Left Behind” program.
Certifications/Licenses:
National Certified Counselor (NCC)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Commonwealth of Virginia
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in North Carolina
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in process for State of Maryland
Licensed School Counselor in Commonwealth of Virginia
Licensed School Counselor in North Carolina
Memberships:
American Counseling Association (ACA)
American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
The Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC)
