Dr. Lamont Barnett
Ph.D., LCAS, MAC, CPLC, CNHP
Over the years, I have acquired extensive knowledge in a variety of disorders including: major depressive disorder, intermittent explosive disorder, autism, bipolar I & II disorder, cyclothymic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (combined), intellectual developmental disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and an assortment of other disorders. Along my journey I have obtained various certifications and licensures in the fields of mental health and addiction. My list of board licensures and certifications include: Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS), Certified Professional Life Coach (CPLC), Certified Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), and Certified Natural Health Professional (CNHP). I gained the experiences aforementioned by working in services such as Outpatient Therapy settings (OPT), Intensive In-home (IIH), Community Support Team (CST), Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP), and Substance Abuse Comprehensive Outpatient Treatment (SACOT). After earning my MS in Psychology in 2015, I began working in academia as an Adjunct Psychology Professor at Wesleyan University part-time while continually practicing therapy. Then upon completion of my PhD in Psychology I was inspired to start my own practice, in the effort to positively affect social change using the credentials and experiences. Throughout my career I have learned a great deal about the connection between our mental, physical, and spiritual health. By establishing LHB Counseling, I am privileged to have the creative freedom to bridge the gap between clinical and holistic therapies. I am most notable for approaches including: solution focus, person-centered, mindfulness-based, reality therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic, humanistic/existential, psychoeducation, and cognitive behavior therapies to address the whole person and not the symptoms alone. My non-judgemental methods of therapy will empower individuals while promoting mindfulness. Therapy is a learning experience for both the client and the clinician; hence we take a collaborative attitude to treatment.
Counselor Intern
Perla Haros
I'm Perla Haros, a dedicated educator passionate about supporting students in their learning journey and emotional development. I specialize in serving the English and Spanish populations. With a Bachelor's degree in Special Education focused on the intellectual area, I bring over a decade of experience working with children ages 5-17. Throughout my career in education, I often felt extremely rewarded when given the opportunity to aid a child in learning how to regulate his/her emotions. This passion led me to pursue a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling. My Montessori certification has further enriched my counseling approaches, fostering independence, creativity, and critical thinking. In addition to my Montessori certification, I also hold certifications in Ensuring Well-being, Promoting a Growth Mindset, Taking Care of the Body, Take Care of the Mind, and Project-based Learning in elementary education from Oxford University. I feel privileged to have witnessed the growth and achievements of countless young minds. Undoubtedly, my classroom experience in working with diverse personalities has enriched my Master's degree journey in Mental health counseling. Whether in the classroom or one-on-one counseling sessions, I strive to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every child feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.
