Dr Garret Barnwell
Licensed Clinical Psychologists
“I am guided by what you bring to the therapeutic process and value the importance of the relationship. My work is grounded in almost a decade of clinical experience, evidence and theory Psychoanalysis requires a longer-term commitment and my goal is to meet you where you are and offer you accompaniment at this moment.”
About Me
I offer a safe, collaborative space where your unique experience guides our work. With almost a decade of clinical experience, I accompany individuals ready for a deeper, longer-term exploration. My psychoanalytic approach meets you exactly where you are, fostering a strong, accompanying relationship. Clients seeking sustained support to understand themselves more fully will find a dedicated guide here.
Approach
I follow what you bring and let the relationship shape the pace and focus, gently exploring patterns that feel most alive in the room. In-person in Berkeley and via secure online sessions in English, I hold a steady, attentive frame so we can notice recurring feelings, sudden shifts, and the small enactments that point to deeper meaning. Sessions move between close attention to present moments and linking them to earlier experiences, with occasional reflections between meetings to support continuity. People seeking sustained, reflective work often find this steady, inquisitive rhythm useful.
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Basic Information
Services
Services Offered:
- •Psychoanalysis
- •Psychodynamic Therapy
Works With:
- •Adults
- •Elderly
- •Individuals
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
- •Anxiety
- •Stress / Burnout
- •Chronic Illness
- •OCD
- •Mood Disorder
- •Life Transitions
- •Personal Development
- •PTSD
- •Trauma
Professional Title:
- •Licensed Clinical Psychologists
Qualifications
Nelson Mandela University (NMU)
Nelson Mandela University (NMU)
Nelson Mandela University (NMU)
Registrations
Health Professions Council Of South Africa (HPCSA); Board of Health Funders (BHF)
Clinical Psychologist