Wayne Barnstone
Wayne Barnstone
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Wayne Barnstone(He/Him/His)

(He/Him/His)
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Washington DC•Florida•Maryland•New York
Adjustment difficulties & disorders- Anxiety - Depression- Existential crisis & challenges- Life transitions- Work stress-

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Accepting online

Out-of-network with insurances

$75-$200

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Professional statement

Mr. Barnstone has over 20 years in providing psychotherapy . He is known to be a highly empathic and easy going therapist. He has also been privileged to train and supervise many new therapists as well as therapy interns.

He has been very successful in treating many issues, among them depression, anxiety, life transitions and relationship issues. He previously worked on Wall Street in international finance for 10 years prior to training as a therapist. Consequently he is experienced in working with professionals who work in high stress environments. He also has experience working with early and mid-career physicians. Regardless of the specific issue brought to Mr. Barnstone, he approaches client's with a well rounded understanding them as a unique individual and does not limit his view by just looking at a diagnosis.

Message to clients

I congratulate you on taking the first step to work on issues that may be preventing you from living the life you want to lead!

My approach is to work collaboratively with you. From the first day we meet, I urge you to provide me with timely and honest feed back if I am not meeting your needs or you prefer a different approach to your issues Together we will develop specific perspectives and methods to help you resolve the issues that are of concern. Together, we will develop tools to make your life more fulfilling and satisfying.

I use techniques based on psychodynamic therapy as well as cognitive- behavioral approaches.

I am warm and empathic, and have an easy going style.

I look forward to working with you!

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 32 years

Pederson Krag, C0-Director, supervisor, psychotherapist
Private Practice, Psychotherapist

ICC+P, Washington DC, Contemporary forms of Relational Psychotherapy, 2022
Columbia University School of Social Work, MSW, 1992
Brown University, BA, 1977

Licensure

Washington DC: LC50082023 - Florida: TPSW1446 - Maryland: 24494 - New York: R-045071-01

Languages

English

Specialties

Adjustment difficulties & disorders - Support around adapting to new and/or challenging life circumstances; skill-building for improved stress management and reduction of anxiety.

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Existential crisis & challenges - Supportive exploration of meaning and purpose in one’s life; finding one’s path in the face of existential anxiety, dread, and feelings of meaninglessness

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Work stress - Managing overwhelming stress and expectations; increasing effective ways of restoring and maintaining emotional stability and health; addressing challenging relationships with coworkers and bosses

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Insurance

Wayne Barnstone is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$200 (50min)
  • Sliding scale:$75 - $200