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Mary L. Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MS
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Mary L. Parker

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MS

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Available both in-person and online
14 Professional Parkway Ridgeland, MS 39157
Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. I offer a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel truly seen and heard. My approach is client-centered and tailored to your unique needs, focusing on growth, healing, and meaningful change. Together, we can build resilience, and create practical steps forward so you can move through life with greater clarity and confidence.
I work with adolescents and adults who are navigating life transitions — whether that's relationship struggles, loss, career or educational changes, single parenting, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. I also support individuals experiencing clinical or situational depression and anxiety.
Therapy is not about "fixing" you - it's about helping you reconnect with your strengths and create the life you want. If you're ready to take the next step, I invite you to reach out. I would be honored to walk alongside you in this process.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Red River Counseling

14 Professional Parkway

Ridgeland, MS 39157 map

My website
I offer therapy sessions in person or via tele-health.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Women's Issues and Adolescent Issues 
$195 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Connect with Mary L. Parker
Photo of Mary L. Parker, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MS

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Red River Counseling

14 Professional Parkway

Ridgeland, MS 39157 map

My website
I offer therapy sessions in person or via tele-health.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Women's Issues and Adolescent Issues 
$195 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $195
  • Couple Sessions $195
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Centene
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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When using insurance, your provider determines your deductible and copay responsibilities. Please contact your insurance company before your session to confirm your deductible status and coverage. A sliding scale payment option is available for clients who prefer to pay out of pocket.
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Mary L. Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MS
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When using insurance, your provider determines your deductible and copay responsibilities. Please contact your insurance company before your session to confirm your deductible status and coverage. A sliding scale payment option is available for clients who prefer to pay out of pocket.
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Mary L. Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MS
with questions.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Mississippi / C5564 Mary Parker
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 8 years
  • Attended Tulane University New Orleans, MSW Masters Social Work, Graduated 2001
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Loyola University New Orleans MS in Secondary Education and School Counseling / 1997
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Licensed in Alabama 5998C, Mississippi C5564 and Texas 117569
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Mary L. Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MS
with questions.
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Licensed in Alabama 5998C, Mississippi C5564 and Texas 117569
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Mary L. Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MS
with questions.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Women's Issues
  • Adolescent Issues

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Caregivers
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
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Mary L. Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MS
Do these issues align with your needs?
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Mary L. Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MS
Do these issues align with your needs?

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Interpersonal
  • Person-Centered
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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Mary L. Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like.
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Mary L. Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like.

Location

Primary Location

Red River Counseling

14 Professional Parkway

Ridgeland, MS 39157

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I offer therapy sessions in person or via tele-health.
Photo of Mary L. Parker, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MS
Mary L. Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MS
"
I offer therapy sessions in person or via tele-health.
Photo of Mary L. Parker, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MS
Mary L. Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MS