Abby Barlament MSW, LICSW
"I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, self-compassion, mindfulness, and grounding techniques to help people regulate their emotions and cope with stressful life events. Decreasing maladaptive coping strategies and implementing alternative choices into routines is also a focus of mine. I enjoy helping people utilize their strengths and tap into their own resilience."
About Abby Barlament
A native of Gaylord, MN, Abby Barlament joined the Mankato Clinic in November 2021.
Abby is a behavioral health consultant within Family Medicine at our Wickersham Health Campus. Appointments are available with a referral from your primary care provider.
A behavioral health consultant is a psychologist or clinical social worker who works directly with the primary care team to help patients address emotional and behavioral issues, manage anxiety, depression, anger and stress, make lifestyle changes, or cope with a new diagnosis. By working in family medicine, we can reach patients early to offer short-term solutions and address issues before they get worse. Patients can expect 1-4 visits.
Personal Information & Interests
In her spare time, Abby enjoys reading, walking, bike riding, and spending time with her husband and children.
Expertise & Clinical Interests
Her clinical interests include depression, anxiety, trauma, grief. loss, suicidal ideation, self-injurious behavior, and substance use disorders.
Education
- Master of Science : Social Work
- Minnesota State University Mankato, Mankato, MN
Additional Details
Our experience with Abby for the past 3 months has been wonderful. She has helped us through so much, as we learn to manage & cope with my young son's anxiety. She is very friendly, great with talking with kids, non-judgemental, and does a wonderful job explaining/showing coping methods.