Dr. Barbara Romfo, WV Psychologist
Experienced psychologist guiding practical change
Book with Barbara- Years in practice
- 34
- Credentials
- WV Psychologist
- Licensed in
- West Virginia
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Addictions
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
About Barbara
Dr. Barbara Romfo is a psychologist with more than 34 years of professional experience in West Virginia. She offers steady, practical support for people managing stress, depression, anxiety, addiction, and grief.
Her work often centers on helping people navigate big life changes and questions about purpose. Over decades in practice she has helped clients facing chronic pain, illness, and disability as well as workplace pressures and women’s issues. She brings a values-informed perspective that some clients find grounding while focusing on clear goals and everyday skills.
Background and approach
Dr. Romfo uses straightforward conversation to help people name what matters and make small, sustainable changes. Her style is collaborative and calm.
She listens first, then helps people test new approaches that fit their life. Sessions often include practical tools for managing emotion, improving relationships, and reducing impulsive behaviors. Dr.
Romfo draws on methods such as cognitive-behavioral techniques and emotionally-focused strategies to address unhelpful thinking and strengthen emotional connections. She also uses client-centered listening and motivational interviewing to support readiness for change. People who prefer a steady, experienced presence and clear, doable steps tend to find her useful.
She aims to help each person build resilience and clearer direction while working at a pace they can manage.
What Barbara works with
Everything Barbara lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Barbara helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- ADHD
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Impulsivity
- Life purpose
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Barbara lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches and online options that fit your life
The practice combines client-centered listening with cognitive-behavioral techniques to address thinking patterns and daily habits that keep problems going. Client-centered Therapy focuses on active listening and understanding a person’s perspective, which helps people feel heard and begin to clarify goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) uses straightforward exercises and practical steps to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, useful for anxiety, depression, and stress.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is also part of the approach for people who struggle with intense emotions or impulsivity. DBT teaches concrete skills for managing strong feelings, improving distress tolerance, and building better emotional regulation. These methods are offered with an emphasis on collaboration, so treatment choices are adjusted to match each person’s needs and goals.
Finding the best fit is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to choose which approaches to try and will adjust them over time based on progress and preferences. That collaborative process helps keep work practical and relevant to daily life.
Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video is useful for deeper conversations and visual cues, phone sessions can fit a busy schedule or use less bandwidth, and chat or messaging works well for brief check-ins and ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to schedule therapy around work, parenting, and other commitments.
Questions people ask about Barbara
What concerns does she commonly address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, parenting struggles, anger, self-esteem, relationship issues, career questions, and ADHD.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and calm, focusing on listening first and then using practical strategies to manage emotions and behavior.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 34 years of professional experience working with a wide range of life challenges and long-term concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is listed as WV Psychologist 956 and practices in West Virginia.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and are billed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.
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