John Barbuto

he/him

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Relationships, School Issues, Self Esteem, Spirituality, Family Conflict

Individual therapy, Family therapy, Couples therapy

19 years in practice

Ages served: 14-65+

John accepts 14 insurers

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Anthem

Optum Serve

United Healthcare | Optum

United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicare Advantage

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield | BCBS

Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)

Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

Compsych

JP Farley Corporation

Multi Plan PHCS

Municipal Health Benefit Program

Quest Behavioral Health

UMR

United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage

Self pay costs

Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.

$200

first session

$170

subsequent sessions

I am an advocate, educator and professional counselor with nearly 20 years of experience. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and was a Certified School Counselor. I work with individuals, teens, families and couples.

I take an empowering, affirming and encouraging approach while allowing clients to be the expert on what brings them to therapy. I will listen, collaborate with you on goal creation, while holding you accountable and challenging you to grow in the therapeutic relationship.

I am glad that you are here and look forward to the possibility and privilege of working with you on this journey.

"As a person who lives with a physical disability, I know first-hand how unpredictable life can be and the trauma and trials we may face.. I would love an opportunity to assist and empower you with navigating life's issues with dignity, tools and grace."

Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?

Innately, I also been a good listener and helper. Therefore, I decided to lean on my grace gifts and pursue formal training and credentials to become a counselor. My passion to empower and assist people with navigating life is a true passion.

What types of clients do you work best with?

People, couples and families who need an advocate and helper to guide them through unpredictable and unforeseen life events.

What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?

The healing process is different for everyone, but therapy is an invaluable tool for clarity and stability in life.

What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?

I will take my time to get to know clients in a collaborative, empowering and affirming manner. We will determine what brought them to therapy and prioritize goals to maximize grace and achievement.

What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?

I do not lean on a diagnosis to guide my practice, Instead, I value each person, their experiences and perspective.

How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?

I allow each client to guide our weekly interactions, while holding them accountable and challenging them to get their thoughts and actions to align.

SpecialtiesRelationships, School Issues, Self Esteem, Spirituality, Family Conflict, Bipolar Disorder, Behavioral Issues, Anxiety, Anger Management, Coping Skills, Codependency, Chronic Illness/Pain, Career Counseling, Emotional Disturbance, Learning / Intellectual Disabilities, Divorce, Infidelity, Developmental Disorders, Depression, Grief, Marital & Premarital, Life Transition, Peer Relationships, Parenting, Open Relationships / Non-Monogamy, Mood Disorders, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Step-Family / Blended Family Issues

ApproachesEmotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Any / Eclectic, Adlerian, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Coaching, Christian Counseling, Bibliotherapy, Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, Family / Marital, Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Faith-Based Counseling, Humanistic / Rogerian, Gottman Method, Person-Centered Therapy, Narrative, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Reality Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Psychotherapy, Psychobiological Approach Couple Therapy (PACT)