Dr. Barbiere completed a Doctorate in Psychology, as well as a Masters in Traditional Oriental Medicine holding a Diplomate in Acupuncture, Oriental Medicine, Chinese Herbology and Biomedicine. She has been in clinical practice for over 25 years and has a wide range of experience as a practitioner and supervisor in schools, hospitals and outpatient settings. She integrates both health psychology and eastern modalities in the management of physical and emotional stress, especially in the treatment of chronic pain and illness.
- Individual, Group, Couple and/or Family Psychotherapy is offered for a broad range of Emotional, Behavioral, Physical conditions and/or Phase of Life issues. Treatment will incorporate Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Mind Body focused techniques depending on individual needs. Emphasis is placed on achieving and maintaining optimum Psycho-physiological balance.
- Acupuncture techniques target the deepest layers of the body through an intricate system of channels and network vessels. It is utilized to restore balance of energy, blood, fluids as well as eliminate obstructions. Hair thin needles are inserted into the skin surface at particular empirically derived points. Each point is associated with specific physiological organs, meridians, patterns and functions.
- Acupuncture related modalities may include Electrostimulation, Moxibustion, Infrared Heat Therapy, Cupping, Gua Sha, Acupressure, Tui Na, Qi Gong, Tai Chi, Lifestyle & Dietary Counseling.