Barbara Haslip, LMSW
Warm, direct support for meaningful change
- Empathetic collaborative care
- Clear obtainable goals
- Diverse populations experience
About Barbara Haslip
Barbara Haslip, LMSW, is a licensed social worker in Michigan with 22 years of experience providing therapy and medical social work services to a wide range of clients, including seniors, adults, teens, couples, families, LGBTQ individuals, and people seeking support for substance use concerns. She works with many common and complex challenges, including depression, bipolar disorder, stress and anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship and family difficulties, grief and loss, workplace stress, domestic violence, and suicidal ideation, along with other mental, emotional, and physical health-related concerns.
Her approach is warm, open, empathetic, and compassionate, with an emphasis on treating each person with respect and dignity. Barbara is attentive to each client’s needs and preferences, and she can be direct and straightforward when it is helpful for progress. She focuses on collaborating with clients to shape treatment goals that are clear, realistic, and tailored to what they want to change.
Barbara recognizes that reaching out for counseling can take real courage, and she aims to offer steady support as clients take meaningful steps forward. For those ready to begin working toward a more fulfilling and empowered life, she offers an experienced, grounded space to explore concerns and build practical skills for day-to-day life.
Her approach is warm, open, empathetic, and compassionate, with an emphasis on treating each person with respect and dignity. Barbara is attentive to each client’s needs and preferences, and she can be direct and straightforward when it is helpful for progress. She focuses on collaborating with clients to shape treatment goals that are clear, realistic, and tailored to what they want to change.
Barbara recognizes that reaching out for counseling can take real courage, and she aims to offer steady support as clients take meaningful steps forward. For those ready to begin working toward a more fulfilling and empowered life, she offers an experienced, grounded space to explore concerns and build practical skills for day-to-day life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Barbara Haslip have?
Barbara Haslip has 22 years of experience.
Is Barbara Haslip a licensed therapist?
Yes. Barbara Haslip is licensed in Michigan as an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker). Her license number is MI LMSW 6801080777.
In which languages does Barbara Haslip provide therapy?
Barbara Haslip provides therapy in English.
Where is Barbara Haslip located?
Barbara Haslip is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Barbara Haslip as my therapist?
You can work with Barbara Haslip through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Barbara Haslip work with international clients?
No. Barbara Haslip does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Barbara Haslip cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Practical Approaches, Flexible Online Support
Barbara Haslip, LMSW, draws from several evidence-informed approaches to help clients work through concerns like stress and anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, and substance use concerns.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, respectful space where clients can explore what they are feeling and what they want to change. It can be especially helpful for building self-understanding, strengthening self-esteem, and clarifying personal goals.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. It helps clients identify patterns that may be keeping them stuck and practice new ways of responding, which can be useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and everyday stressors.
Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative style that helps clients work through ambivalence and strengthen follow-through on changes they want to make. It can support motivation around habits, relationships, and substance use goals.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Barbara works collaboratively with clients to identify what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, and she can adjust the focus over time as goals become clearer.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support into busy schedules and different comfort levels.