Hunter Barnes (he/him)

My Approach to Helping

I believe meaningful change begins when we feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood. My approach to counseling is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that each person has a story worth honoring. I draw primarily from existential and person-centered therapy, helping clients explore their experiences, relationships, values, and the questions that shape their lives. I also incorporate narrative, attachment-informed, and evidence-based approaches, tailoring our work to your individual needs. With couples, I integrate Gottman Method principles to strengthen communication, deepen understanding, and rebuild connection. My additional training in EMDR informs my understanding of trauma and the ways past experiences can shape our present lives. My goal isn't to tell you who to become, but to walk alongside you as we discover what healing, growth, and meaningful change might look like for you.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe every person deserves to be met with dignity, compassion, and curiosity. Our stories are shaped by relationships, family, culture, faith, and the experiences that have brought us to this moment. I want counseling to be a place where you can explore all of that without judgment. Before becoming a counselor, I spent many years walking alongside people through seasons of loss, uncertainty, transition, and hope. Those experiences taught me the importance of listening deeply, making room for difficult questions, and honoring the courage it takes to begin again. I welcome people from diverse backgrounds, identities, and beliefs, including those navigating changes in faith or spirituality. You don't need to share my beliefs, or have any religious beliefs, to feel at home in our work together. Outside the counseling room, I enjoy pottery, running, and creating a daily podcast. These practices remind me that growth often happens slowly, through presence, patience, and connection.