Barry Dubin, LCSW

Licensed in Arizona · 40 years in practice

Barry Dubin is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Arizona.

License and registration

LCSW, Arizona: LCSW-0988 · expires March 2026
NPI: 1962599951 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 40
Languages: English

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About Barry

Barry Dubin is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Arizona. He has 40 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, grief, and depression. He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

He focuses on practical conversation and clear planning. Sessions are tailored to the concerns you bring and the goals you want to reach. Barry adjusts pacing and techniques so the work fits each person’s needs.

Background and approach

Over four decades he has worked with many situations related to family life and relationships. That includes blended family issues, divorce and separation, family of origin concerns, and communication problems. He also supports people facing aging and geriatric questions, attachment concerns, codependency, and isolation.

Barry offers help with more specific problems such as first responder issues, guilt and shame, infidelity, dependent personality patterns, and disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD). He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques chosen to match each person’s situation. Starting therapy is often a brave step.

Barry guides the intake, works with the person to set manageable goals, and adapts plans as progress is made. He accepts English-speaking clients in Arizona and also works with international clients when appropriate.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Barry lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Depression
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Codependency
Communication problems
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Family of origin issues
Family problems
First responder issues
Guilt and shame
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Men's issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues

Online support

Using evidence-based approaches in online therapy

Barry relies on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and chooses approaches that fit the person's needs. One common approach focuses on talking through patterns of thought and behavior to reduce anxiety and depression; it involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new, manageable behaviors. Another approach centers on improving relationships and communication by practicing clear expression and problem-solving skills that can relieve family tension and infidelity-related strain. Finding the right approach is part of the work together. He collaborates with each person to learn what feels useful, adjusts methods over time, and sets small goals so progress is clear and measurable. Online sessions offer flexibility for different lifestyles. Video calls let people speak face to face when seeing body language matters. Phone sessions can be a good option when video is difficult or bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging work for quick check-ins, shorter progress notes, or for people who prefer typing over speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and keep continuity when life is unpredictable.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict, grief, and depression. Additional areas include aging concerns, attachment problems, codependency, and men's issues.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on practical conversation. Sessions emphasize clear goals, problem solving, and adapting approaches to what helps most.

How much experience does he have?

He brings 40 years of professional experience to his practice. That background includes work with family-related issues and long-term concerns like depression and grief.

What credentials and location apply?

He holds an LCSW credential - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and practices in Arizona.

Which languages and client locations are supported?

Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients in addition to those in Arizona.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.

How are costs handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

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