Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 24 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Perinatal Mental Health, Trauma and PTSD and 8 more.
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I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional, and EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and experiences that have left them feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck, or disconnected from themselves. I also have specialized experience supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, motherhood, and the emotional changes that can come with these stages of life. I believe therapy should feel like a safe, supportive space where you can show up exactly as you are without fear of judgment. My approach is warm, collaborative, and individualized to your needs. I integrate evidence-based approaches, including EMDR, to help clients process difficult experiences, better understand patterns that may be keeping them stuck, and develop practical tools for navigating life’s stressors. Together, we work toward healing, greater self-compassion, healthier relationships, and creating a life that feels more manageable, connected, and aligned with who you are.
In our first session, my focus is on helping you feel safe, welcomed, and understood. We will spend time exploring what brings you to therapy, what you have been experiencing, and what you would like to work toward. This meeting allows us to get to know one another, clarify your goals, and begin forming a collaborative plan for treatment. I will explain my therapeutic approach, review confidentiality, and outline what you can expect from our work together. You will have space to ask questions, share relevant history, and talk openly about the challenges you are facing at your own pace.
One of my biggest strengths is building genuine, caring connections with the people I work with. I’m intentional about creating an environment where you feel safe, respected, and truly heard. I listen with curiosity and compassion so I can understand your story and what matters most to you. From there, I draw from approaches such as cognitive-behavioral strategies, mindfulness, trauma-informed care, and narrative work — always adapting to what fits you best. It’s a privilege to walk alongside people as they gain insight, work through difficult seasons, and begin to recognize their own resilience and strengths.
I often work with women who are used to being the strong one for everyone else, the one people rely on, but underneath feel anxious, drained, or disconnected from themselves. This can show up in relationships, motherhood, or just the constant mental load of everyday life. Most of my clients reach a point where they are ready to break patterns, stop people-pleasing, and learn how to take care of themselves without guilt. Together, we focus on understanding where these patterns come from and building skills to help you feel more grounded, confident, and emotionally steady.
Cash - $180 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Ambetter Health
Amerihealth Administrators
AvMed
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
I help clients understand the link between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Through this structured approach, we work together to identify and reframe unhelpful thinking patterns, empowering individuals to develop practical skills that foster resilience and positive change in managing various challenges such as anxiety, depression, and behavior modification.
I employ Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to address and process traumatic experiences stored in the brain. Using bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements or taps, we navigate these experiences, facilitating their adaptive resolution. EMDR often leads to transformative shifts, reducing the emotional distress associated with past trauma and fostering a more positive and integrated sense of self.
I guide clients toward self-directed change by fostering intrinsic motivation and exploring their readiness for transformation. Through empathetic listening and collaborative conversations, I support individuals in resolving ambivalence, amplifying their internal motivation, and empowering them to make meaningful, sustainable changes aligned with their values and goals.
I use DBT with individuals facing challenges with emotional regulation, interpersonal difficulties, and self-destructive behaviors. DBT combines cognitive and behavioral strategies, offering practical skills to enhance emotional well-being and foster healthier relationships.
10 ratings with written reviews
February 10, 2026
I felt so very coimfortable opening up to Barbara. She is warm and welcoming, and very optimistic about strategies to help me.
July 18, 2025
Seeing Barbara’s profile instantly stuck out with me- her goals and challenges make me feel deeper and want to be better, at the same time being comfortable expressing myself. She was able to pinpoint exactly where I needed to address certain issues. I am able to reflect on what I need to work on and use it in my life at any given moment. I will with no doubt see her again in a future session.
June 29, 2025
I resisted therapy forever. I recently decided that I could use some help navigating post divorce and being single while trying to find someone to connect with. I have completed five sessions with Barbara Parchment and have only positive feelings about the experience so far. She puts me at ease with her lack of judging and clearly remembers what we discussed so far. She gets me to see on my own rather than giving direct advice. I am always surprised when my time is up as the time passes quickly.