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- Addictions support
- Relationship and intimacy
- CBT and narrative work
About Jacques-Paul
Jacques-Paul Barbour, MA LMHC, is licensed in Massachusetts and has 23 years of clinical experience. He works with adults on addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, parenting, and a wide range of life changes. He describes his style as practical and solution-focused while also making room to explore deeper emotional patterns.
Barbour provides individual and couples counseling and has experience doing crisis work in hospital emergency departments. He has taught psychology and human services courses at community colleges and four-year institutions in the Greater Boston area. His background includes private practice and academic roles.
He uses a mix of approaches including client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, narrative ideas, and psychodynamic perspectives. In sessions he helps people talk through current problems, set achievable goals, and notice recurring relationship or emotional patterns. He also addresses sensitive topics like sexuality, identity, and compulsive behaviors without judgment.
He has particular experience with LGBTQ+ identity and sexuality, men’s health concerns, immigration-related stressors, and the emotional impact of cancer or serious illness. Additional focuses include attachment issues, blended family concerns, body image, codependency, and substance use problems.
Sessions can be conducted in English or Arabic. The therapist notes a practical orientation aimed at helping people feel more grounded and clearer about next steps.
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Approaches used in remote sessions
Client-centered work focuses on listening and helping people name their priorities. It supports people who need someone to reflect their experience and to clarify what matters most right now.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and patterns that keep repeating because of unhelpful thinking or habits.
Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way to explore ambivalence and build motivation for change. It is often used for addictions and behavior change efforts.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will help identify which methods fit a person’s needs, goals, and preferences. He makes these decisions collaboratively and may combine approaches over time.
Confirm the session formats before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule therapy around work, medical appointments, or caregiving duties. They can also allow shorter check-ins or sessions without video when that better suits a person’s day.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English, Arabic
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, parenting stresses, and many life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He describes a practical, solution-focused style that also allows exploration of deeper emotional patterns when useful.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 23 years of clinical experience in private practice, crisis work, and academic teaching.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He holds an MA and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Massachusetts.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Arabic.
Does he take international clients?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin scheduling a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.