Barbara Lefdal, LPC-MH
- South Dakota
- SD LPC-MH LPC-MH30757
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About Barbara
As a licensed therapist with three decades of experience in South Dakota, I specialize in supporting individuals through life's complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, and significant life transitions. I have a deep commitment to working with older adults, caregivers, and individuals experiencing social isolation, loneliness, and complex emotional experiences. My therapeutic approach is compassionate and nuanced, focusing on areas like self-love, communication challenges, social anxiety, and healing from traumatic experiences. I understand the unique emotional journeys of aging, caregiving, and navigating profound personal transitions. My work is dedicated to creating a supportive, understanding environment where individuals can explore their emotions, develop resilience, and rediscover their inner strength. I bring extensive clinical expertise in addressing guilt, shame, codependency, and the intricate emotional needs of individuals facing significant life changes. My goal is to walk alongside my clients, offering gentle guidance and professional support as they move toward healing and personal growth. Read more Show less
What Barbara helps with
Specialties and approaches
Specializes in
Stress, AnxietyGriefDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Also experienced with
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues