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Barbara Parker, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Barbara is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Barbara. View 28 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Colorado

Recent reviews

Barbara Parker is a great listener who is non judgmental and patient. Often light hearted but also very realistic. Great with anger management

Reviewed January 2024

It’s been a delight working with Barbara. She’s been super helpful and has provided a lot of great insight on my Situation and I’m more calm and confident because of it.

Reviewed September 2023

More about Barbara

  • 4 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

Hello! I am a License Professional Counselor in the state of Colorado. I am also a Veteran of the United States Air Force. I spent the past four years working in an inpatient program for men coming out of prison and into community corrections. It has taught me about the will and drive to overcome addictions and family history/traumas. The men I worked with inspired me everyday.

My approach to counseling is person centered. You are in charge of what you want to work on. I am an expert of the process of change, but not on you. When we challenge our thoughts, our behavior and actions will change. This is usually the way I would challenge someone who would like to change whatever is causing them discomfort.

I don't give advice as that is not what therapists do. I work with you and help guide you to a better understanding of your issue and then we work together to find a plan to fix the discomfort you were experiencing.

I look forward to having the chance to work with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Relationship issues Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family problems Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Military and veterans issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Traumatic brain injury Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Barbara Parker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 4294967295.

  • LPC · Colorado · 15835 · Expires August 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Barbara Parker

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

28 reviews

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Barbara Parker is a great listener who is non judgmental and patient. Often light hearted but also very realistic. Great with anger management

Reviewed January 2024

It’s been a delight working with Barbara. She’s been super helpful and has provided a lot of great insight on my Situation and I’m more calm and confident because of it.

Reviewed September 2023

Barbara is a very understanding, down to earth person who makes you feel unjudged during difficult conversation.

Reviewed August 2023

Very nice, listens attentively and provides good solutions

Reviewed April 2023

I set my journal entries to share with Barbara and she always responds timely. I look forward to my sessions with her as I need help coping with some issues regarding my wife's illness.

Reviewed August 2022

Barbara is amazing. She has helped me so much and I have been to able see so much personal growth. She is always timely and professional and is so nice to talk to.

Reviewed August 2022

Barbara is a good listener and patient in understanding.

Reviewed August 2022

I very much enjoy the way Barbara keeps in touch and really listens to me on a deeper level.

Reviewed April 2022

I think Barbara is wonderful. She is thoughtful and caring. I have an issue with Better Help in that I cannot get a receipt for services rendered that I can submit to my insurance company. Is anybody listening out there? I am ready to get regulators involved. Someone please contact me at [email protected].

Reviewed April 2022

Barbara has been amazing. She gives great suggestions and I always feel heard during our sessions.

Reviewed March 2022

I found Barbara after experiencing a less than ideal session with another therapist. Upon meeting Barbara, I knew immediately that she was a much better fit for me. She is full of patience, compassion, and genuine concern in regards to my needs. She listened to and guided me with the type of communication and feedback that was helpful and refreshing. I am excited to start my healing journey with Barbara and I'm looking forward to a future of peace.

Reviewed March 2022

So kind and helpful. Really listens and a large help

Reviewed February 2022

Barbara has been a wise and emotionally supportive counselor during this difficult time in my life and marriage.

Reviewed January 2022

Barbara is very professional. Yes you have given me many ideals that I will use for the rest of my life. I wish I had spoken with someone like Barbara a while back ago, I really believe everything else would be much better.

Reviewed January 2022

The best!!!

Reviewed December 2021

Only had a few sessions with her but so far a good experience

Reviewed November 2021

Barbara is super helpful and listens to what I have to say. Instead of pushing for answers or context she really lets me say what I want and feel and gives me way to help me with certain things we discuss.

Reviewed September 2021

Barbara's approach to therapy is what i've been missing for the whole pandemic. She is thorough and patient. I love Barb, and am in a better place than when we started!w

Reviewed July 2021

I love Barbara

Reviewed June 2021

Barbara is a very down-to-earth and personable counselor while also maintaining strong professionalism. This combination makes it easier to relate to her, leaving you feeling very comfortable.

Reviewed June 2021

Barbara is a great listener and asks questions that help me question my own old, tired 'stories' that I tell myself. She has helped me look to the future and appreciate the present instead of wallowing in the past. She has assisted me in appreciating my small successes along my bumpy road of recovery from addiction.

Reviewed June 2021

Barbara provides a safe place and shows a genuine interest in you. Although we don’t meet often she has a great recall on things we have talked about in previous sessions.

Reviewed June 2021

I love Barbara. Easy to talk to, very genuine and is clear on guidance. She centers everything back to you and how you’re feeling.

Reviewed May 2021

Barb is so easy to talk to and very kind. She has been responsive and helped me through some rough weeks. Thank you, Barb.

Reviewed April 2021

Such a great first session with Barb!

Reviewed March 2021

Wonderfully kind and easy to talk to. Had some great practical advice for my girlfriend and I to try. Really appreciated our conversation together. Thank you Barbara!

Reviewed March 2021

Barbara has been very easy to talk to. She has responded to our sessions in a timely manner with suggestions and worksheets with possible solutions to help me. She is very friendly and polite.

Reviewed March 2021

She offers a safe space

Reviewed January 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Barbara Parker offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Barbara Parker works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Barbara Parker speak?

Barbara Parker speaks English.

How many years of experience does Barbara Parker have?

Barbara Parker has 4 years of experience.

Where is Barbara Parker licensed to practice?

Barbara Parker is licensed to practice in Colorado.

Does Barbara Parker accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Barbara Parker does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Barbara Parker offer?

Barbara Parker offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Barbara Parker?

Barbara Parker can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Barbara Parker?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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