therapy for couples, ocd, & anxiety in west palm, fl
baru wellness is a modern mental health practice based in west palm beach, fl, providing evidence-based psychotherapy to adults throughout florida via secure telehealth therapy. founded by annie spackman, lcsw, baru wellness was created for individuals who want more than surface-level coping skills.
the truth about healing
in this journey of wellness, things won’t always feel neat or simple—and that’s okay.
real change is messy. sometimes it’s a quiet shift. other times, it knocks you sideways. but every step, even the wobbly ones, counts.
this isn’t about perfection. it’s about showing up for yourself, again and again.
you may look successful on the outside, yet privately feel anxious, burned out, emotionally reactive, or stuck in repeating relationship patterns.
therapy here focuses on clarity, emotional awareness, nervous system regulation, and real-world behavioral change so you can move from overwhelm to grounded, intentional living.
our therapy and counseling services in west palm beach, fl
evidence-based therapy and counseling in west palm beach, fl focused on anxiety, trauma, ocd, and relationship growth, delivered through practical, structured, results-oriented psychotherapy for adults.
anxiety, depression, and trauma therapy
anxiety and depression often show up as overthinking, irritability, low motivation, sleep disruption, or chronic stress that never quite turns off. trauma can live quietly in the body, surfacing as emotional reactivity, shutdown, or difficulty trusting others.
our anxiety therapy, depression therapy, and trauma therapy services are grounded in evidence-based psychotherapy. treatment may include cbt and depression strategies, gad therapy, ptsd therapy, attachment-based therapy, and emotional regulation therapy.
when it comes to anxiety therapy in west palm beach, real progress happens when you understand the patterns driving your distress, not just the symptoms.
clients learn to:
identify triggers and recurring emotional loops
regulate their nervous system under stress
interrupt automatic behavioral responses
build sustainable coping systems
improve self-esteem and resilience
I work with adults navigating career pressure, academic stress, caregiving demands, grief and loss, adjustment disorder, and major life transitions across west palm beach, lake worth beach, riviera beach, greenacres, royal palm beach, and palm beach gardens.
marriage, couples, and relationship therapy
high-functioning individuals often struggle quietly in relationships. communication breaks down. old attachment patterns resurface. conflict feels repetitive and exhausting.
baru wellness provides couples therapy, couples counseling, and marriage counseling designed to move beyond blame and into clarity. services include marriage therapy, relationship counseling, premarital counseling, and marriage counseling for infidelity.
relationship work here focuses on:
identifying recurring relational patterns
improving emotional regulation during conflict
strengthening communication skills
rebuilding trust after betrayal
clarifying boundaries and expectations
this is relationship pattern therapy with structure and direction. instead of rehashing the same argument, couples learn how their nervous systems respond under stress and how to shift those responses intentionally.
obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd) therapy
obsessive compulsive disorder can be exhausting. intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, and mental rituals often create a cycle of temporary relief followed by renewed anxiety.
our ocd therapy approach combines evidence-based psychotherapy with practical behavioral change therapy. the focus is on understanding the anxiety cycle, reducing avoidance patterns, and building tolerance for uncertainty.
ocd treatment at baru wellness is structured and collaborative. you are not judged for your thoughts. instead, i work together to understand the mechanisms driving obsessive compulsive disorder and gradually build skills that reduce its impact on your daily life.
cognitive behavioral therapy (cbt)
cognitive behavioral therapy (cbt) is an evidence-based psychotherapy that helps individuals understand how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact to create ongoing stress, anxiety, and emotional distress.
cbt therapy at baru wellness focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns, emotional responses, and behavioral habits, and replacing them with practical strategies that support emotional regulation and lasting change.
cbt at baru wellness integrates skills for
recognizing and challenging distorted thought patterns
reducing anxiety and emotional reactivity
changing avoidance or self-sabotaging behaviors
building effective, real-world coping strategies
cognitive behavioral therapy supports nervous system regulation, emotional flexibility, and sustainable behavior change. it is structured, goal-oriented, and research-backed, making it a strong fit for adults seeking clear tools they can apply both inside and outside of therapy.
pattern recognition therapy
many clients come to therapy saying, “i keep ending up in the same situation.” that is not coincidence. it is a pattern.
pattern recognition therapy is a core part of our work. together, i identify emotional and behavioral cycles that repeat across relationships, work environments, and life transitions. these patterns often form early and operate automatically until they are brought into awareness.
through adult psychotherapy and individual therapy, clients learn to:
map their emotional triggers
understand attachment dynamics
shift self-defeating narratives
respond intentionally rather than reactively
this approach is empowering and direct. it helps you move from confusion to clarity, and from autopilot to conscious choice.
online telahealth therapy across florida
baru wellness is based in west palm beach, fl and provides secure online therapy to adults throughout the state. telehealth therapy offers flexibility for busy professionals, students, and caregivers while maintaining clinical depth and structure.
i work with insurance and self-pay clients and also support individuals accessing care through employee assistance programs.
if you live in:
west palm beach, fl
lake worth beach, fl
riviera beach, fl
greenacres, fl
royal palm beach, fl
palm beach gardens, fl
you can access high-quality mental health counseling without commuting across town.
what change really looks like.
change doesn’t always mean doing more.
sometimes it’s:
– saying no when you usually say yes.
– letting someone help, even when you’ve convinced yourself you shouldn’t need to.
– being honest about how tired you really are.
this isn’t about fixing everything.
it’s about finally stopping the performance long enough to feel what’s real.
what wellness means
wellness isn’t a finish line.
it’s a relationship—with your body, your patterns, your nervous system, and your peace.
every time you pause and notice, you’re building that relationship.
it’s not always graceful.
but it’s honest.
and that’s where the shift begins.
what therapy feels like at baru wellness
baru wellness is a solo private psychotherapy practice founded in 2025 to provide ethically grounded, client-centered care. sessions are warm and collaborative, yet direct and results-oriented.
you can expect:
evidence-based psychotherapy
clear treatment goals
honest, practical feedback
skill-building for long-term change
a trauma-informed framework
focus on emotional awareness and nervous system regulation
therapy here is not about endless processing. it is about insight paired with action.
what you’ll find here
this is a space for:
– exhaling
– unlearning
– laughing mid-tears
– and finally feeling seen
we’ll talk about what’s underneath the overwhelm.
we’ll work with your nervous system, your patterns, and your stuck places.
We’ll do it with courage, curiosity, and full permission to be exactly who you are—
flaws, brilliance, and all.
faqs
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yes. sessions are provided via secure telehealth therapy to clients throughout florida, including west palm beach and surrounding communities.
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baru wellness works with insurance and self-pay clients. contact the office to verify your specific plan.
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i provide anxiety therapy, depression therapy, trauma therapy, ocd therapy, couples counseling, grief and loss therapy, adjustment disorder therapy, and self-esteem counseling.
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our approach emphasizes pattern recognition, nervous system regulation, and structured behavioral change therapy rather than open-ended conversation alone.
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call 954-418-2751 or visit https://www.baruwellness.com/ to request a consultation. you will discuss goals, fit, and next steps before scheduling your first session.
ready when you are
if you are ready to build emotional clarity, strengthen your relationships, and create sustainable change, baru wellness in west palm beach, fl is here to help.