Barbara Colitz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in individual, couples and family therapy with a specialty in Hypnotherapy. She maintains a private practice in Laguna Hills, Ca..
With over 30 years experience as psychotherapist, and as a graduate of Loyola University of Chicago,she has extensive experience serving all ages of patients and clients. Specific interests include hypnotherapy for phobias, anxiety, overeating, habit control and insomnia. She also does work with businesses and individuals to provide stress management tools. She has been an educator,public speaker, and has appeared both on television and in newspapers, presenting expertise in her field.She has published a blog for grandparents raising children. She has published articles for psychiatric journals.
Ms Colitz is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges.She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain their goals.
Education
MSW, Loyola University of Chicago
BA, Northeastern Illinois University
License, Certifications & Awards
LCSW, Ca. 18787
Additional Training
Post Graduate Hypnotherapy:
Harvard University
University of Chicago
Erickson Foundation Certificate Program
Alcoholism: Treatment Concepts, Loyola University of Chicago
Professional Activities and Memberships
Past Member of Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis
Member of NASW