Barbara

Dr Barbara Diedrick, PhD

Licensed Psychologist

“An experienced and compassionate psychologist using cognitive-behavioral and EMDR to treat depression, anxiety, trauma, & mood disturbances.”

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About Me

When depression, anxiety, or past trauma weigh heavily, finding a way forward can feel daunting. This experienced psychologist offers a compassionate space to process these challenges, using evidence-based cognitive-behavioural therapy and EMDR. These approaches help individuals understand their thoughts and feelings, and develop practical coping tools. Clients seeking structured, effective strategies to navigate mood disturbances and regain stability will find a supportive guide.

Approach

When symptoms or memories feel overwhelming, I guide clients toward manageable steps that target thinking patterns and bodily reactions. Sessions are held in person in Traverse City, conducted in English, and move at a pace you set so we can balance reflection, skill practice, and targeted reprocessing. I blend structured CBT exercises, EMDR protocols when appropriate, concise assessment feedback, and between-session tasks to track progress and strengthen coping. People facing anxiety, mood shifts, or past trauma often find this steady, collaborative rhythm reassuring.
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Basic Information
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In-person

Services

Services Offered:

  • Psycho-Legal

    Psychological assessment and expert reporting for court proceedings, legal disputes, or regulatory matters.

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • Psychology

    The scientific study and clinical practice of understanding the mind, emotions, and behaviour, applied to promote healthier functioning.

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  • Health Psychology

    A branch of psychology that studies how psychological, behavioural, and social factors affect physical health, illness, and health-related behaviours.

  • EMDR

    Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, a therapy that uses guided eye movements to help the brain process and integrate traumatic memories.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Stress Management

    Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Elderly
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Anger

    An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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Professional Title:

  • Licensed Psychologist

    A psychologist licensed to independently assess, diagnose, and treat psychological conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

State of Michigan

Psychologist

State of Ohio Counselor; Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board

Psychologist

Qualifications

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Cleveland State University

Service Areas

InSight Behavioral Wellness of Northern Michigan

In-person

Traverse City, Michigan

United States

Traverse City, United States