Dr. Lucy Parker-Barnes
Trauma-informed therapist using ACT, CBT, DBT, and narrative therapy
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About
Dr. Lucy Parker-Barnes is a licensed therapist with eleven years of clinical practice. Her work is trauma-informed and centers on helping people navigate complex emotional concerns such as grief, self-esteem challenges, communication difficulties, and relationship strains. She maintains a broad clinical focus that also includes anxiety, addictions, parenting and family dynamics, mood differences, and coping with life changes.
She draws from a range of evidence-based approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs, emphasizing collaboration and the exploration of strengths. Her background includes training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Existential Therapy. Dr. Parker-Barnes is licensed in Illinois, Indiana, and Pennsylvania and aims to help clients develop practical strategies for emotional well-being while attending to personal meaning and values.
She draws from a range of evidence-based approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs, emphasizing collaboration and the exploration of strengths. Her background includes training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Existential Therapy. Dr. Parker-Barnes is licensed in Illinois, Indiana, and Pennsylvania and aims to help clients develop practical strategies for emotional well-being while attending to personal meaning and values.
- Location:
- Illinois, United States
- Years Experience:
- 11
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Compassion fatigue
Other areas of experience: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Trichotillomania, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: IN LMHC 39005700A, IL LCPC 180.014978
- NPI Number: 1497359541
- License: LPC (Pennsylvania), LCPC (Illinois), LMHC (Indiana)
Remote therapy options and approach
Dr. Lucy Parker-Barnes integrates approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy into remote work to support people in identifying values, clarifying goals, and building practical coping strategies. ACT language is used to help clients notice what matters and take committed steps, while CBT techniques are applied to examine unhelpful thoughts and develop actionable behavior changes.
She also uses elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Narrative Therapy when they fit the work. DBT-informed skills focus on emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. Narrative Therapy offers a way to explore personal stories and consider alternative meanings. Sessions are collaborative and paced according to each person’s priorities and comfort.
Online sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing multiple ways to connect and continue therapeutic work across distance.
What is Dr. Parker-Barnes's experience?
She has eleven years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and interpersonal concerns.
What credentials and licenses does she hold?
She holds LMHC and LCPC credentials and is licensed with IN LMHC 39005700A and IL LCPC 180.014978.
Which languages does she work in?
This profile indicates she provides services in English.
Where is she based?
Her practice is based in Illinois.
How can clients work with her online?
Clients can meet by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
Yes. The profile notes she accepts international clients.
What does it cost to work with her?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
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