Meet Your Coach

Barbara Clark, MS, LPCC

Certified Brainspotting Coach

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I began my journey as a life coach with the vision of discovering who I was beyond the roles of mother, military wife, and student. With Master’s degrees in Clinical Psychology and Clinical Mental Health Counseling, along with a background in Sociology, I bring both academic insight and real-life experience to my work.

My approach to coaching is holistic and trauma-informed, integrating advanced training in Brainspotting and a deep specialization in perinatal mental health. As a mother, a Brazilian immigrant, and someone who has personally navigated perinatal loss, I understand the emotional terrain of transformation. My lived experience as a military spouse further grounds my ability to support others through life transitions, stress, and identity shifts. While my background includes extensive clinical training, coaching is not psychotherapy. Coaching focuses on the present and future, helping you clarify goals, remove blocks, and create aligned action.

At Self-Energy Coaching, I help clients release what no longer serves them and reconnect with their inner wisdom—their Self-Energy. Whether you're navigating parenthood, grief, identity challenges, or career changes, I’m here to help you create clarity, confidence, and meaningful growth.

Schedule your free 30-minute consultation today and begin your journey toward alignment, resilience, and lasting change.

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Testimonials

  • "Working with Barbara was a transformative experience. Her empathetic and supportive coaching style made it easy for me to open up and reflect on challenges I’ve never felt comfortable sharing before. The clarity and confidence I gained from our sessions have stayed with me long after they ended."

  • "Working with Barbara, even for a short time, was deeply impactful. I’ve noticed a significant improvement in my overall sense of calm and safety, and I truly believe our Brainspotting sessions played a big part in that. Her presence is grounding, and the work we did together helped me reconnect with myself in a powerful way. If I feel called to dive deeper, I’d absolutely choose to work with her again."

  • "I started Brainspotting for the first time with Barbara since I wasn’t leading my life down the path I wanted. Without going into my personal details, I noticed a huge difference within myself after a few sessions. I understand myself so much better now and have been able to make improvements in my life as a result. Barbara is so kind, patient, and understanding. She makes you feel heard while also providing input in her coaching. I still see her and will continue to do so. 10/10 recommend !!! <3"