Beth Parker MS, LICSW
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"We have more possibilities available to us in each moment than we realize." ~Thich Nhat Hanh
As a therapist, I focus on helping people have more satisfaction in life, and fuller, more authentic experiences and relationships. Therapy is a powerful source of support, healing, and growth. Contact me at 202-722-1002 for a free phone consultation.
MY APPROACH
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We each have a unique identity and personality. Like a stained glass window, there are many pieces that contribute to making each of us "“me."” When one part of our life is not as we would like it to be, it can affect the whole picture. Psychotherapy involves a relationship between a therapist and a client in which new awareness and change can occur. My first priority is to listen; I want to learn about what is troubling you, and the context surrounding it. As we progress, I ask questions, make observations, and identify patterns with the goal of helping you understand yourself and respond to your experience in new ways. Therapy is a collaborative process that requires an investment of curiosity and openness by both participants. I aim to offer you a safe environment where we can foster that. Ultimately, greater self-awareness gives you more power to create the changes you desire in your day-to-day life. Contact me at 202-722-1002 for a free phone consultation.
SCOPE
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Scope of PracticeThese are my practice specialties. My practice is diverse, and I frequently work with people around other issues. I encourage you to contact me to discuss your individual situation.Anxiety & DepressionPeople with anxiety and depression are often significantly impacted by the physical and emotional symptoms they experience. My approach focuses on helping you decrease discomfort, improve your well being, and identify and attend to the factors that trigger distress.RelationshipsTherapy can help you discover a broader range of choices for how you relate with significant others, family and friends. In addition to working with individuals, I also work with heterosexual and LGBT couples on their relationship concerns. Infertility/Difficulty conceivingFertility problems can become an emotional roller coaster that impact physical well being, self-image, and relationships. A relationship with a caring professional can provide a much needed sense of connection, emotional support, and coping strategies to respond to these challenges.Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & TransgenderI am proud to provide affirming, knowledgeable care the LGBT community in Washington, DC. I have worked with clients to address concerns around identity, self-esteem, relationships, coming out, and intimacy, among other things.
MIND-BODY APPROACH
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Mind-Body Approaches for Anxiety, Stress, and Health ProblemsResearch increasingly shows that the mind and body are closely connected, and that emotions and anxiety have physical dimensions. Sometimes these manifest in ways that get our attention, such as trouble sleeping, stomach problems, or muscle tension. Sometimes they are more subtle. I am an experienced practitioner and teacher of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, meditative breathing, progressive relaxation, and guided imagery. These can be helpful additions to traditional talk therapy in some circumstances. Mind-body approaches can be used to foster self-awareness, to support efforts to calm your mind and body, and to provide you with more tools for responding to emotions and stress outside of sessions. These tools can be helpful for those with anxiety and depression, or anyone with day-to-day life stress. They can also be used to those with health problems or infertility, to reduce health-related anxieties, prepare for medical procedures, and cope with treatments.
APPOINTMENTS
For appointments or a free phone consultation: 202-722-1002To contact me by e-mail: Beth.Parker.MSW_gmail.com*Please read about e-mail confidentiality at the bottom of this page.Location3000 Connecticut Avenue, NWSuite 438Washington, DC 20008My office is in Woodley Park. It is 4 blocks north of the Woodley Park Metro station and is convenient to several nearby neighborhoods including Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, Glover Park, and Cleveland Park.*E-mail Policies and ConfidentialityI am committed to confidentiality, and I want you to be informed about electronic communications before you e-mail me. E-mail is NOT a secure or confidential mode of communication. I cannot guarantee that e-mail you send will reach me without your confidentiality being breached. I will never send you an e-mail with an attachment unless I have expressly discussed it with you first. I will not solicit personal contact information, or health from you via e-mail. I will also not provide clinical services electronically. I have adopted these policies to reduce the risk of breach of confidentiality, and to comply with legal standards for health care providers.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Our First Contact People considering therapy frequently call or email me to discuss their needs and ask questions, and I welcome this. After an initial phone call, we begin by meeting in person for a consultation. What does treatment involve?Therapy is a process that involves coming to sessions weekly over a period of weeks to months. Sessions are 50 minutes long. The length of treatment depends on your individual situation and goals, and it becomes clearer after we have completed an initial assessment. We set goals together and talk about how treatment is going on a regular basis. How does payment work?Payment is made directly to me by cash or by check at the time of each session. Treatment Rates (effective Fall 2011):Individual session (50 minutes): $130Couple’s session (75 minutes): $175My participation with insurance is very limited. I am an out of network provider with many insurance plans, such that many people with PPOs or open-access plans can obtain reimbursement from their insurance company for visits. I provide you with a receipt at each visit that you can submit to your insurance provider.
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ABOUT
Vision & Mission StatementNew growth is within reach for each person throughout life, and is primarily fostered in relationships with others. Growth becomes possible when we take the courageous step of pursuing a change, when we are curious about ourselves, and when we are as open as possible with ourselves. My mission is to compassionately and steadfastly foster this environment in my practice. I am dedicated to embodying these values through professional development, activity in Washington DC's psychotherapy community, and maintaining integrity in my practice.Licenses & CertificationsLicensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Washington DCLicensed Certified Social Worker, Clinical, MarylandEducationMSW, Catholic University of America, Washington DCM.S., Biology, American University, Washington DCB.S., Biology, Lafayette College, Easton, PAPsychotherapy & Counseling ExperienceWhitman Walker Clinic, Washington, DC, 2008-2010Montgomery County Abused Person's Program, 2005-2008Catholic University Counseling Center, 2003-2004Washington Hospital Center, Cancer Institute, 2003-2004National Breast Cancer Coalition, 2002-2004
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3000 Connecticut Avenue NW • Suite 438 • Washington DC 20008 • 202-722-1002
