Therapist profile
Barry Parker, LCSW-C
Indiana
LCSW-C in Indiana - Anger and relationship concerns
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- CredentialsLCSW-C
- LicenseLCSW-C, Indiana / 34004674A
- NPI1295385565
- Experience27 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationIndiana
About
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
About Barry
Barry Parker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - C (LCSW-C) practicing in Indiana with 27 years of experience. He identifies as a Christian, husband, and father. He has worked with a wide age range and with many life concerns including stress, anxiety, grief, relationship and parenting issues, trauma, and anger.
Barry speaks plainly in sessions and avoids heavy therapy jargon. He frames clients as the experts on their own story and focuses on sharpening practical tools people already have. He describes his role as helping refine and develop those tools so clients can handle daily strains more effectively.
He has worked with children, teenagers, adults, and elders over many years, and he draws on that variety when noticing patterns in behavior and relationships. He prefers straightforward conversation and uses his clinical skills to connect the dots in someone’s life so problems make more sense.
Barry notes that, because of personal history, he is not a good fit for the LGBT+ community. He also does not take cases that involve active court proceedings or child abuse cases with DFC involvement. These boundaries are part of how he organizes his practice.
Outside of work he cares for animals and mentions dogs, cats, chickens, and rabbits. That side of his life influences his easygoing manner and plainspoken style in session. He invites people who want clear, practical work on issues like anger and coping to begin the process.
How sessions work
How his therapeutic approaches work online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the client. It helps people clarify goals and notice their own strengths while the therapist reflects and supports them.Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) looks at the emotions that drive reactions in relationships. It helps people name feelings, understand patterns, and try new ways of relating when anger or distance shows up.
Mindfulness Therapy encourages simple attention practices and grounding techniques. These skills are useful for calming strong reactions, reducing rumination, and staying present during stressful moments.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose which methods to focus on based on the person's goals and day-to-day needs. That choice can change as progress and priorities shift.
Because the biography does not list session formats, confirm the available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, shorten check-ins when time is tight, or offer alternatives to in-person visits when travel is difficult. Licensed professionals use these formats to keep therapy practical and connected to everyday life.
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Experience
27+ years
Listed in
Indiana
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting challenges, anger, career concerns, and coping with life changes.
How would he describe his approach in sessions?
He uses plain language and conversational style. His work emphasizes client-centered conversation, emotion-focused techniques, mindfulness, solution-focused steps, and trauma-informed care as fits the client.
How much experience does he have?
He has 27 years of professional experience working with a broad range of ages and concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LCSW-C licensed in Indiana and practices there.
Does he work with non-English speaking or international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he does accept international clients.
Which session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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