Sem Barnes, Counselor in Florida
Warmest greetings to you! My name is Semone Barnes, but I often go by “Sem” for short. I am INCREDIBLY passionate about faith and personal wellness! I believe in the power of the Holy Spirit and God as being the ultimate source that drives our healing, strength, and trajectory of our lives. Through my personal journey, as well as in those I have counseled, I have been incredibly humbled by the transformations and progress made with the help of these “higher hands” and the hard, yet rewarding work put in by the client. While I know that seeking help, especially in a therapeutic manner, may feel overwhelming or even uncomfortable, I am excited that you have decided to take a step anyway!
While I do work with a wide variety of clients, I primarily focus on working with women, couples, and adolescents. Some of my specialty areas include women’s issues (self-esteem, trauma, depression/anxiety, intimate partner violence, etc.), premarital counseling, marriage counseling, teen issues (stress, anxiety/depression, trauma, etc.), life transitions, and others. Know that I am here to support you, regardless of where you are! Please feel free to reach out to inquire about the next steps.
Education
BA- Business Management, concentration in Hospitality Management (Howard University; Washington, D.C.)
MS- Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Palm Beach Atlantic University; Orlando, FL)
Post-graduate Training and Education
Certified Trauma Professional
Experience
~ Providing counseling since 2023 to couples, families, adults, and children on a variety of topics, including:
Women issues (self-esteem, trauma, depression/anxiety, intimate partner violence, etc.
Teen issues (stress, anxiety/depression, trauma, etc.)
~ Several years of experience in Coaching, Higher Education, and Classroom Teaching
Primary Therapeutic Approaches
