
LaChelle Barnett
Experienced, direct therapist for growth
Start with LaChelle BarnettLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime


Experienced, direct therapist for growth
Start with LaChelle BarnettLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
LaChelle Barnett is a licensed clinical social worker (IN LCSW 34007011A) practicing in Indiana with 15 years of experience. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Dayton and a master’s degree in Social Work from Indiana University, and she is nearing completion of a doctorate.
Her clinical specialties include addictions and trauma, and she also works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, depression, family issues, grief, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career transitions, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue. She is a therapist of color, a female therapist, and lists Christian among her identifying attributes.
Barnett has received training in ACT, CBT, DBT, EMDR, Seeking Safety, MRT, EFT, and Batters Intervention. Over her career she has supported a broad range of clients, from families involved with the Department of Family Services to entrepreneurial married couples.
Her regular workdays are Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, and she notes that evening availability is limited. Barnett brings a direct communication style and offers accountability for clients who are motivated to grow but unsure how to begin or who become overwhelmed by the process. She values bringing humor into difficult work when appropriate.
She encourages prospective clients to take the first step toward change and offers ongoing support as they clarify goals and address barriers together.
Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or managing life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be as effective as traditional in-person care for most people.
A major benefit is flexibility - patients can connect in the way that fits their life, choosing video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This variety makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule.
All therapists involved are licensed professionals, and if someone wants a different fit they are free to switch therapists at any time.