About

Licensed Psychologist, PSY 22131

Board Certified Behavior Analyst 1-09-5167

Psychotherapist/Diagnostician/Certified CB Life Coach

 

Dr. Barbi is a licensed psychologist and board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA).  She primarily focuses on children, adolescents, and adults struggling with relationships, anxiety, ADHD, life stressors, and those experiencing emotional challenges.  Dr. Barbi has worked with all ages in both a psychotherapeutic setting and utilizing ABA methodologies. In addition, she has conducted diagnostic evaluations for children and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and other behavioral disorders.

 

Dr. Barbi graduated with her bachelor’s degree from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). She completed her master’s degree in 2004 and her doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2006. 

 

Throughout her clinical training, Dr. Barbi completed a practicum providing psychotherapy to victims of trauma and abuse. In addition, she completed a year internship working with adults with dual diagnosis and an additional year of training providing psychotherapy to individuals who encountered brain and/or spinal cord injuries at the Northridge Hospital, Rehabilitation Department.  Dr. Barbi completed her BCBA-D in March 2009. She has taught graduate-level behavior analysis courses at a local university and provided supervision to several BCBA applicants who are working toward certification. Dr. Barbi served as a clinical director for a Treatment Center prior to venturing into private practice in Westlake Village, CA.

 

Dr. Barbi supports her patients by first identifying individual values, then creating manageable goals, and moving at a pace where the patient feels most comfortable.  She creates a relaxed space that supports a safe environment allowing patients an emotional outlet.  Developing, creating, and expanding a patient's toolbox of coping skills is also a primary focus.  This process yields a step-wise framework of emotional stability, and increased confidence, all while shifting the lens in which the patient is able to view their world more positively.

 

Dr. Barbi primarily utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), however, also incorporates Mindfulness and Solution-Focused Therapy, utilizing values and goals to guide the treatment process.

 

In addition to providing CBT, Dr. Barbi conducts comprehensive diagnostic assessments and provides Individualized Education Plan (IEP)/504 Plan consultation and support to parents navigating services within the school setting.