Barbara Ivanko, LCSW
(she/her)
About Me
Our most distressing emotions and behaviors can be a gateway to our evolution into greater joy and a more meaningful life. I engage with clients in a gentle curious manner, using EMDR, IFS (parts work) and mindfulness training. My hope is to promote self-compassion, improve your ability to see things clearly, and help you act in ways that align with your values. I am licensed in North Carolina and Pennsylvania.
Education & Experience
LCSW since 1997, specializing in complex trauma, phobias, stress management and mood disorders. Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction instructor, and part-time professor at the University of Pittsburgh MSW program, teaching Traumatic Stress.
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Depression
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Mood Disorders
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress Management
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adults
- BIPOC
- LGBTQ+
- Seniors
Language
- English
Insurance
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Highmark
- UnitedHealth
Highmark, BC/BS of NC
