Barbara Parker, LPC
Colorado LPC supporting recovery and growth
- Addiction recovery
- Trauma and grief
- Person centered approach
About Barbara Parker
Barbara Parker is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Colorado with nine years of clinical experience and prior service in the United States Air Force. She spent four years working in an inpatient program supporting men transitioning from prison into community corrections, an experience that shaped her understanding of recovery from addiction and the impact of family trauma. The people she worked alongside inspired her commitment to supporting change and resilience.
Her counseling style is firmly person-centered - she places the individual in charge of what to work on while offering expertise in the process of change. Barbara believes that examining and challenging unhelpful thoughts leads to shifts in behavior and improved coping. Rather than giving direct advice, she guides clients toward clearer understanding of their concerns and collaborates on practical plans to reduce the discomfort they are experiencing.
As an LPC - a Licensed Professional Counselor authorized to provide therapy in Colorado - Barbara combines empathy with evidence-informed techniques to address issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, grief, depression, relationship and family concerns, sleep difficulties, parenting challenges, and attention-related struggles. Her work draws on a range of clinical approaches to tailor support to each person’s goals and strengths. Barbara looks forward to exploring change with those who seek her care.
Her counseling style is firmly person-centered - she places the individual in charge of what to work on while offering expertise in the process of change. Barbara believes that examining and challenging unhelpful thoughts leads to shifts in behavior and improved coping. Rather than giving direct advice, she guides clients toward clearer understanding of their concerns and collaborates on practical plans to reduce the discomfort they are experiencing.
As an LPC - a Licensed Professional Counselor authorized to provide therapy in Colorado - Barbara combines empathy with evidence-informed techniques to address issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, grief, depression, relationship and family concerns, sleep difficulties, parenting challenges, and attention-related struggles. Her work draws on a range of clinical approaches to tailor support to each person’s goals and strengths. Barbara looks forward to exploring change with those who seek her care.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
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 Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
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 holds the credential LPC. License details: 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, 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.
Therapeutic approaches and online care with Barbara Parker
Barbara Parker integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy into her online practice to meet different needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then commit to actions that reflect their values - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client leads the work and the therapist offers empathy and understanding - it is well suited to relationship concerns, grief, and self-esteem issues. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to develop practical strategies for managing symptoms such as depression, sleep problems, and addictive patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Barbara will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Barbara is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and easier access to care. These options make it possible to work on coping skills, recovery goals, and relationship challenges from home or other convenient locations, while maintaining regular contact with a licensed professional and adapting the format to what works best for the individual.