- ACT techniques
- CBT methods
- Client-centered care
About Jennifer
Jennifer Parker is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with three years of experience. She lists stress, anxiety, addictions, family concerns, anger, ADHD, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting, self esteem, depression, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue among the areas she addresses. Additional focus areas include guilt and shame and social anxiety and phobia.
Jennifer previously worked in education as an elementary teacher and then as a middle and high school counselor. She also served as a social-emotional counselor in an alternative education program and now supervises licensed professionals for the same school district. That background shaped how she notices the effects of crisis, grief, interpersonal conflict, trauma, and family strain on different people in the same household.
Her style centers on client-centered therapy, which prioritizes respect and understanding for the person in front of her. She also draws on tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) when they fit the client's goals. Practical techniques may be used alongside conversation to address daily coping and behavior changes.
Sessions are intended to focus on clear, specific goals that the client identifies. Jennifer aims to help people talk through problems, try new coping skills, and practice changes between meetings. She uses straightforward language and a relaxed manner in sessions.
She works in English and practices in Texas. To begin, prospective clients are asked to complete the site's matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online booking flow.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings and choosing actions that reflect personal values; it can help with anxiety, avoidance, and building small consistent steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful habits related to stress and social anxiety. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and respect, offering a steady setting where a person can talk through concerns and try ideas at their own pace.Finding the right approach is treated as a shared process. The therapist and client talk about goals and preferences and try techniques that fit the person's life. Adjustments are made along the way based on what is helpful and what feels manageable.
The therapist's specific session formats are not listed here, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also make it possible to practice new skills in the settings where they matter most. Licensed professionals typically work with clients to arrange a session rhythm that fits daily life and responsibilities.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, family and relationship issues, anger, ADHD, trauma and abuse, parenting, self esteem, depression, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, guilt and shame, and social anxiety and phobia.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her work is client-centered, using respect and listening as a base. She also uses practical tools from ACT and CBT when they match a client's goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of post-licensure experience and more than nine years working in educational and counseling roles overall.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas and provides services based in that state.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what about cost?
Session cost varies with location and is managed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the booking flow.