Tristine Barry , LMHC

Tristine Barry is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida with 11 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of concerns, including addictions, anxiety and stress-related conditions, relationship and family difficulties, career challenges, panic, ADHD, trauma and abuse, chronic pain, grief, and mood concerns. She emphasizes clients' strengths and works to create practical, need-focused solutions that fit each person's life and goals.

Known for a calm demeanor, attentive listening, and an intuitive approach, she offers personalized care that blends guidance, validation, and empowerment. Her work includes teaching somatic mind-body coping skills such as polyvagal exercises, tapping, and mindfulness practices to build resilience and improve day-to-day functioning. Clinically, she integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to combine skills-based thinking strategies with present-moment awareness and values-based action.

Tristine incorporates technology, apps, and online resources to extend therapeutic work beyond sessions and support sustainable growth. She partners with clients to set achievable goals and provides encouragement and practical tools to help people navigate life transitions and pursue meaningful change.

Approaches that guide online care and support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without being controlled by them, and then take actions that align with personal values. It is often useful for stress, anxiety, avoidance, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, offering concrete strategies for managing symptoms like worry, panic, and low mood. Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and simple practices to reduce reactivity and increase emotional regulation, which can support coping with trauma, chronic stress, and everyday challenges.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Tristine works with clients to explore which methods feel most helpful for their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques over time to ensure the best fit and ongoing progress.

Online therapy with Tristine can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, limited mobility, or geographic distance. These options make it easier to connect with licensed professionals from home or elsewhere, continue care between sessions using apps and resources, and maintain momentum toward recovery and personal growth.