LaChelle Barnett , LCSW

LaChelle Barnett is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of clinical experience, serving people in Indiana. She holds an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and completed undergraduate studies in sociology at the University of Dayton before earning a master of social work from Indiana University. She is also nearing completion of a doctoral degree, bringing advanced training and perspective to her practice.

Her clinical focus includes addictions and trauma, and she has worked with people presenting with depression, anxiety, and PTSD as well as a wide range of family situations - from families involved with child welfare services to entrepreneurial, married couples. Over the years she has trained in a variety of evidence-based methods including ACT, CBT, DBT, EMDR, Seeking Safety, MRT, EFT, and Batters Intervention, allowing her to tailor interventions to each person’s needs.

LaChelle brings a direct communication style combined with an emphasis on accountability for clients who want practical steps toward change. She enjoys using warmth and humor alongside focused therapeutic work, and she particularly likes supporting people who are committed to growth but feel overwhelmed by the process. She typically works on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays and notes that evening availability is limited. She is not accepting new clients at this time.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Care

LaChelle Barnett uses several evidence-based techniques tailored to trauma, addiction, and mood concerns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that helps process distressing memories and reduce the intensity of trauma-related symptoms. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Seeking Safety is a present-focused therapy that addresses both trauma and substance use by building coping skills and safety strategies without requiring detailed trauma retelling.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. LaChelle works with each person to evaluate their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting methods over time so treatment remains aligned with progress and comfort level.

Online therapy offers flexibility for busy schedules and those who prefer remote care. LaChelle provides sessions by video call, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing people to engage in therapy from home or work and choose the format that fits their lifestyle and communication needs.