Fanteema Barnes, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience supporting individuals through life transitions, trauma, caregiver stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.

She earned her Master of Social Work degree and All But Dissertation Status for her PhD in Social Work from Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified Cognitive Processing Therapy Provider, Certified Clinical Supervisor, Certified Telehealth Provider, and Certified Public Speaker.

Fanteema works with adults ages 18 and older and specializes in supporting Black and Latinx women, femme, and trans clients. Her clinical areas of focus include caregiver fatigue, trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity exploration, relationships, and college and career concerns.

Her therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and eclectic, blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, mindfulness, and somatic-based practices. She helps clients better understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and physical responses while building tools for healing, self-awareness, and sustainable growth.

Fanteema creates a supportive space where clients can feel safe being vulnerable, challenged to grow, and empowered to prioritize themselves without guilt.

As an Afro-Latina clinician, Fanteema is passionate about helping women move from burnout to balance through intentional self-care, emotional wellness, and boundary-setting.

Outside of work, Fanteema enjoys dancing, attending concerts and comedy shows, traveling, and spending quality time with family and friends.