Chris Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Let's Connect (346) 449-5642

Do you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself? Are you navigating anxiety, burnout, relationship tension, identity questions, or a major life transition? Maybe you are often carrying more than you let people see—emotionally, mentally, or even physically—and are tired of doing it alone.
Would you like clarity, relief, and a sense of grounding. Want to understand your patterns instead of repeating them. Would you like healthier relationships, better boundaries, and more confidence in who you are? Many of my clients are LGBTQ+ adults who long for a space where they don’t have to explain or defend their lived exper
I specialize in LGBTQ+ mental health and provide a safe, affirming space where you can explore what you’re feeling and why. Using evidence-based practices and a warm, collaborative approach, I help you build coping skills, understand your patterns, improve relationships and feel more grounded and confident in yourself.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and it’s completely understandable to want support when things get hard. Therapy can be a place to breathe, make sense of things, and start moving toward the life you want.
If you feel a connection to what you’ve read, I invite you to reach out. Together, we can take the first step toward healing.
Call or Email Chris Parker now for a free 15 minute consultation - (346) 449-5642
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $250
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- All Savers
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Harvard Pilgrim
- Meritain Health
- Nippon Life Benefits
- Optum Live and Work Well (EAP)
- Oscar Health
- Oxford Health Plans
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Chris Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 449-5642
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 60447 Chris Parker
- In Practice for 32 years
- Attended University of Houston, Masters in Social Work, Graduated 1994
- Degree/Diploma from Baylor University Masters of Arts in Sociology/Gerontology / 1988
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Chris Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (346) 449-5642
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Grief
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Caregivers
- Caregivers Support
- Chronic Illness
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- End of Life
- Family Conflict
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Polyamory & ENM
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
Chris Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (346) 449-5642
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Hispanic and Latino
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Hispanic and Latino
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused
- Family Systems
- Integrative
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Chris Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (346) 449-5642
Location
Nearby Areas
Chris Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (346) 449-5642