
Tia L Barnes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Castro Valley, CA 94546
Let's Connect (510) 983-7019

I work with Individuals, Couples, adolescents, and persons identifying as LGBTQI, who feel as if they need assistance figuring out their personal barriers to success and happiness. I provide assistance to those who may need to overcome generational stigmas or traumas that have left them with negative self thoughts, mood issues, thinking and behaviors. In todays society we face a daily onslaught of emotional and physical triggers, just by reading the news or figuring out food ad other simple necessities while working! I get it, and I can help balance your emotions, priorities and self-care, in the midst of all the chaos.
I have over 20 years working with marginalized populations as a community program manager and psychotherapist. I graduated from CSU, Sacramento with my BS in Criminal Justice. I received my M.A.in Counseling Psychology, from Holy Names University, in Oakland. I am a Bay Area native who is versed in the cultural norms and values of our diversity here.
As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, I assist in instilling hope and facilitating change in others who face a variety of barriers and concerns. I can help you to better understand objectives and life goals and plan how to achieve these objectives without bias or judgement. You can be you, freely in this space to work to find your authentic self.
Call or Email Tia L Barnes now for a free 15 minute consultation - (510) 983-7019
Let's Connect (510) 983-7019

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle
Tia L Barnes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT,
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (510) 983-7019
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Expired Prelicense by State of California / 146375 Supervised by Lauren Hill (California / 85707) Tia Lacre Barnes-Lewis
- Prelicense by State of California / 146375
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Marital and Premarital
- Trauma and PTSD
- Infidelity
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Family Conflict
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex Therapy
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Transgender
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Hispanic and Latino
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Hispanic and Latino
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Brainspotting
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Forensic Psychology
- Gestalt
- Integrative
Groups
The Q Spot- Weekly Groups For Queer POC

The Que is a weekly processing group for Queer Folks of Color, to provide support, validation and a safe space to navigate the nuances of life. We discuss ALL topics, relevant and applicable to our community. Join Us, and allow yourself to experience true liberation for 90 minutes, once a week, you can make the time. You Deserve it.
Expertise
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Types of Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$50-$60
Group Meets
Every Thu 6:30 P.M. - 8:99 P.M.
Location
San Jose, CA 95119
Email Tia L Barnes about this group or call - (510) 983-7019
Location
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Tia L Barnes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT,
Call for a free consultation now - (510) 983-7019