My conversations and sessions with Bar have been instrumental in addressing my issues. He created a welcoming space for me to speak candidly and openly without feeling judged or pressured. Phenomenal listener, and provided much needed insight and perspective.
Bar Lehmann, LICSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Bar is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.9 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Bar. View 9 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in District of Columbia
Recent reviews
I’ve really found my sessions helpful so far, and I’m a huge pessimist and skeptic about therapy. So that says a lot!
More about Bar
- 9 years' experience
- Male
- LICSW
Hello, my name is Bar Lehmann. As a counselor, I provide a safe place where one can explore problems, questions, issues in a way that has the potential to lead to new emotional, practical, or other insights. I bring a sincere interest in others and respect for diverse life paths, choices, and challenges. I am a very good listener. As a therapist/counselor I am in a position to be objective, I am not a friend and therefore have no ego in counseling conversations. I seek to understand the problem in your own words, and help create collaborative windows for exploration and change. Eventually, everyone has to be accountable to themselves, I don’t overstep my role.
I draw from an integrative mix of mix of therapeutic philosophies, rooted in my social work education, existential, humanistic, and cognitive-behavioral perspectives. My liberal arts classics undergraduate education (St. John’s College) also informs my work in regards to socratic dialogue, and often can see parallels in the challenges we face and those in literature both modern and ancient. I believe reading and literature can be a powerful way to reflect on ones situation, learn to see them through varied lenses, and find we are often in much better company with the challenges we face than we may have previously considered. Check out my list of recommended books (https://www.better-state-of-mind.com/books).
I have a professional and personal interest and experience in integrative approaches to mental wellness including diet and biofeedback. I am a BCIA certified neurofeedback and biofeedback practitioner using a variety of biofeedback modalities including QEEG brain-mapping. I find that for many people, diet and nutrition can be an important part of mental wellness.
My credential are: MSW, LICSW, LCSW, and BCN (internationally certified neurofeedback provider). I am a clinical social worker and have over 7 years of experience in mental health and mental wellness. My experience includes diagnostic assessments (ADHD/ADD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, and more) psychotherapy, and coaching. I earned my masters degree at the University of Texas at Austin, and have experience working with children, youth, and adults.
I also just opened Better State of Mind, a local mental wellness center serving both Washington, DC and Virginia: www.better-state-of-mind.com
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Career difficulties
Coaching
ADHD
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Communication problems
Men's issues
Traumatic brain injury
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
Licenses
Bar Lehmann's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730693953.
- LICSW · District of Columbia · LC50081522 · Expires July 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Bar Lehmann
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
My conversations and sessions with Bar have been instrumental in addressing my issues. He created a welcoming space for me to speak candidly and openly without feeling judged or pressured. Phenomenal listener, and provided much needed insight and perspective.
I’ve really found my sessions helpful so far, and I’m a huge pessimist and skeptic about therapy. So that says a lot!
A wonderful listener
Bar is great. He has helped me process a very delicate and complicated time in my life.
Bar is a great counsellor, very lucky to have been matched with him!
Bar is an excellent counselor. He listens, shows tremendous empathy, is extremely smart and perceptive. He can move between the cognitive and emotional elements with great fluidity. He asks tremendous questions and is very challenging in a very gentle and non confrontational way. I would recommend him to anyone seeking therapy.
Bar is a great listener and very intelligent. He reminds me of the Professor from Money Heist mixed with a little Spencer Reid from Criminal Minds. He prefers video or phone visits over chatting but always responds in a timely manner and occasionally reaches out with more helpful material.
Bar is the best therapist I have ever worked with he helped me through so many issues and I recommend him to everyone!
Bar has been great so far!
Frequently asked questions
Does Bar Lehmann offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Bar Lehmann works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Bar Lehmann speak?
Bar Lehmann speaks English.
How many years of experience does Bar Lehmann have?
Bar Lehmann has 9 years of experience.
Where is Bar Lehmann licensed to practice?
Bar Lehmann is licensed to practice in District of Columbia.
Does Bar Lehmann accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Bar Lehmann does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Bar Lehmann offer?
Bar Lehmann offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy.
How can I communicate with Bar Lehmann?
Bar Lehmann can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Bar Lehmann?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.