Lavinia Barbu, LCSW(She/Her/Hers)

Lavinia Barbu, LCSW works primarily with adults, especially professional women who are navigating anxiety, chronic stress, burnout, life transitions, and the emotional impact of demanding roles. Many of her clients are high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves, or stuck in patterns of over-responsibility, people-pleasing, or self-doubt. She also supports clients who are managing health-related stress, career uncertainty, or major transitions such as relocation, or redefining purpose in midlife.

Therapeutic Approach

Lavinia’s approach is integrative and grounded in both evidence-based therapy and mind-body regulation. She draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, mindfulness-based practices, and somatic awareness to help clients understand how thoughts, emotions, and nervous system patterns interact. Therapy focuses not only on symptom relief, but also on building emotional resilience, self-trust, and practical tools for daily life. Clients often appreciate her structured yet compassionate style, which blends insight with actionable strategies and gentle accountability.

Professional Background

Lavinia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience in mental health settings, including outpatient therapy and integrative wellness working with anxiety disorders, stress-related conditions, relocation and adjustment difficulties, with a strong emphasis on long-term coping skills rather than short-term fixes. She integrates current research on nervous system regulation, stress physiology, and resilience into her clinical work. Her therapeutic style is collaborative, strengths-based, and culturally sensitive.

Logistics & Availability

Lavinia offers therapy sessions via secure telehealth, allowing clients to attend sessions from the comfort of their home. This is especially helpful for clients with busy schedules, health concerns, or frequent travel. She is licensed to provide therapy to clients located in NY and NJ and offers flexible time appointments. All sessions are conducted through HIPAA-compliant platforms, and clients receive clear guidance on scheduling, communication, and insurance or private-pay options.