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Barry Wasser, LCSW

New Jersey LCSW supporting lasting personal growth
  • Adults and families
  • Trauma and mood disorders
  • Online and international clients

About Barry Wasser

Barry Wasser is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New Jersey who brings eight years of experience supporting adults and older adults through a range of life challenges. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Yeshiva University and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Touro College Graduate School of Social Work, training that informs his work with anxiety, depression, trauma, severe and persistent mental illness, and related concerns.

Barry has worked across diverse settings, including a mental health homeless shelter and a transitional residence for adults with mental illness, and he has experience facilitating group therapy and providing mental health case management. These roles helped him develop a flexible approach that considers the many factors affecting a person and their family.

In session Barry adapts techniques drawn from several evidence-informed modalities to meet each client’s needs, focusing on building trusting, supportive therapeutic partnerships. He values assertiveness and open-mindedness, and treats each appointment or family meeting as an opportunity to identify obstacles, set realistic short- and long-term goals, and promote sustained personal growth. Barry accepts new clients and also works with international clients by offering a range of remote session options.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatization

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy 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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Barry Wasser have?

Barry Wasser has eight years of clinical experience working with adults, older adults, and their families.

Is Barry Wasser a licensed therapist?

Yes. Barry holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are NY LCSW 088762 and NJ LCSW 44SC05895200.

In which languages does Barry Wasser provide therapy?

Barry provides therapy in English.

Where is Barry Wasser located?

Barry is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Barry Wasser as my therapist?

Clients can work with Barry through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Barry Wasser work with international clients?

Yes. Barry works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Barry Wasser 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.

Therapeutic approaches and remote care

Barry integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise. ACT is useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and people who want practical skills to move toward what matters to them.

He also uses Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships influence current patterns in close relationships and emotional responses. This approach can be helpful for clients dealing with relationship struggles, intimacy-related issues, and attachment concerns.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Barry works with each client to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time so treatment stays relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility for clients with busy schedules, mobility limits, or geographic constraints. Barry provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that fits their life while keeping continuity of care and steady progress.

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