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Pearl Parks, LCPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Illinois

More about Pearl

  • 13 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCPC

My purpose is to inspire hope in individuals, couples and families. My goal is to help, those that I serve, to gain/regain their own purpose; and, live emotionally healthy lives. I am glad that you reached out for assistance; sometimes, this is the most difficult step. There are times when we can feel that life is “too much”; and, we are overwhelmed. At other times, we may not feel overwhelmed; but, feel that something is “not quite right”, or feel a bit “off-center”. You may feel this, individually, or as it relates to how you interact with others. Sometimes we have felt this way for a long time, with no hope of it changing. Often, we can mistake “this is the way it has always been”, for normalcy. I want to inspire hope in you that you can be better.

I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with, over, thirteen years of counseling experience. I work with individuals who have varying concerns, including; depression, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, domestic abuse, relationship concerns, self-esteem and self-confidence concerns, adjustment difficulties, anger management, and others. My therapy modality is, usually, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), to address thinking patterns; however, I utilize various treatment modalities, based upon the unique needs of the client with whom I am working.

I take a person-centered approach to therapy; I strive to ensure that each person feels that they are in a safe environment to share and explore. I take care to provide a non-judgmental environment so that clients do not feel attacked; but, instead feel empowered to make any needed, though sometimes difficult, changes to achieve greater health.

If you feel that we may be a good therapeutic match—I look forward to speaking with you.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Self esteem Depression Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Anger management Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue

Licenses

Pearl Parks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144624768.

  • LCPC · Illinois · 180.008970 · Expires March 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Pearl Parks offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Pearl Parks 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 Pearl Parks speak?

Pearl Parks speaks English.

How many years of experience does Pearl Parks have?

Pearl Parks has 13 years of experience.

Where is Pearl Parks licensed to practice?

Pearl Parks is licensed to practice in Illinois.

Does Pearl Parks accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Pearl Parks 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."

How can I communicate with Pearl Parks?

Pearl Parks 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 Pearl Parks?

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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.