Barbara Adams Bailey

Dr. Barbara Adams Bailey, 83, of Austin, Texas, Psychologist, died Saturday, January 23rd of natural causes peacefully at her home. Born November 22nd, 1937 to Tommy Thomas and Woody Adams. Barbara was lovingly raised in Overton, Texas, by John Ross and Woody Adams. Barbara attended Stephen F. Austin where she met her husband, the late Elton Bailey. She obtained a Masters Degree at Stephen F. Austin. Later She and Elton moved to Austin where she obtained her PhD in Psychology at the University of Texas. In Austin she raised her family and went on to practice at The Austin State Psychiatric Hospital, and later formed her own Private Practice where she worked until retirement. Barbara also served a term as the President of the North American Psychological Review Board. Barbara was an avid Art and Antique Collector. She was an amazing and innovative baker and amateur chef. Barbara loved to travel, her favorite trips were with her family. She is survived by her children, Brad (Sheri) Bailey, Blake (Gretchen) Bailey and Amanda (J.P.) McNeely and her Grand Children, Elizabeth de la Vega , Savoy Blake Bailey, Rhodes and Ryan McNeely and Great Grand Children, Madison Pelky and Emma McNeal as well as her Brother, John L. Adams and his wife Susie Adams and their children, John Ross Adams, and Elise Adams Harper. And, Barbara's beloved Friend and Caregiver Alicia Collins, for whom we are eternally grateful.

Services will be held on Friday, January 29th, 2021, 1:00PM at: Cook Walden 9700 Anderson Mill rd. Austin, TX 78750. In Lieu of Flowers, the family asks please for you to make a donation to the charity of your choice.