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Barbara Parker

LPC

Barbara Parker , LPC

Therapist in Colorado

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About Barbara

Barbara Parker is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Colorado and a United States Air Force veteran. She spent four years working in an inpatient program supporting men transitioning from prison into community corrections, an experience that deepened her understanding of the determination required to overcome addictions and the long shadow of family trauma. The people she worked with were a consistent source of inspiration for her work and professional outlook.

Her counseling style is person-centered, meaning clients set the priorities and guide the focus of sessions while she brings expertise in the process of change. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, a credential for trained mental health practitioners. Barbara emphasizes that when thoughts are examined and challenged, behaviors and daily actions often shift in healthier directions, and she uses that process as a primary pathway for change.

She does not offer simple advice; instead she collaborates with clients to help them develop a clearer understanding of their concerns and to create practical plans that address sources of discomfort. Barbara values working alongside people as they pursue meaningful change and growth.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Barbara Parker draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered methods, and cognitive behavioral techniques to support online clients. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while identifying personal values and taking committed action toward those values - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Client-centered therapy focuses on providing a supportive, nonjudgmental space in which the client directs the work and the therapist offers empathy and reflection to foster insight and self-directed change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying and testing unhelpful thoughts and patterns so that practical changes in behavior and mood become possible - it is often used for depression, anxiety, and habit-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Barbara collaborates with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She works alongside clients to adapt methods as priorities evolve, keeping the work practical and client-led.

Online therapy with Barbara can take place by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, which offers flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from varied locations and to continue care during busy or changing routines.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Barbara Parker have?

Barbara Parker has 9 years of experience.

Is Barbara Parker a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Her Colorado license number is CO LPC 15835.

In which languages does Barbara Parker provide therapy?

Barbara Parker provides therapy in English.

Where is Barbara Parker located?

Barbara Parker is located in Colorado.

How can I work with Barbara Parker as my therapist?

You can work with Barbara Parker through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Barbara Parker work with international clients?

Barbara Parker does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Barbara Parker cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

9+ years

Licensed

Colorado

Languages

English

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