Hello, my name is Elizabeth Parham, but I've always gone by Libby, welcome to BetterHelp.com, and congratulations to you for starting on your journey to a better, more fulfilling life. It takes real courage to admit that you might need some outside help. I understand, not just from a professional stand point but from a personal stand point as well. I went back to school and received my Masters in Social Work at Azusa Pacific University in Southern California in my late 30s, after many turbulent years that included some really rough times (including divorce, homelessness, etc.). I'm so very honored to be a therapist these days and to have the chance to relate to my clients in a very humanistic way. I practice primarily Narrative Therapy and other client centered, and trauma focused approaches to therapy as well as incorporating Evidence Based Practices like CBT/DBT to help counter old negative messaging from the inner critic. I use Solution Focused models that work towards bringing peace and happiness and a sense of personal well being and belonging to the client. I use tools from Positive Psychology and Mindfulness as well as older methods such as the Jungian model and Psychodynamic therapeutic approaches to hold the mirror up to my clients and show them what beautiful and amazing people they are and to empower them to push through past trauma and past negative messaging in order to be present and feel good about themselves. I provide homework exercises as well as a structured talk therapy approach in each session so that the client feels seen, heard and understood. I have worked with populations that include dual diagnosed individuals, adolescents in crisis, single fathers, domestic violence survivors, front line healthcare workers; group therapy as well as individual and family therapy. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker in the State of Massachusetts (#124009) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and (#99637) and I am currently working towards getting licensed in the State of Virginia (my new home State). My work continues to grow and evolve and I learn and use new tools that best serve my clients every day. I'm happy to answer any questions you might have and look forward to walking with you on this journey to self discovery and healing.
Post Script: I've been made aware by some clients that the BetterHelp site does not show on the Scheduling tool which sessions are 1/2 an hour and which are 45 minutes. As I like to meet my clients where they're at, and I know client can prefer different time allotments for sessions, I've listed out which time slots are 1/2 hour and which are 45 minutes.
****Of course, this schedule is subject to change, so if you want to be absolutely certain which amount of time you're booking please contact me directly. Feel free to reach out to me with any questions about scheduling sessions and I look forward to working with you soon!****
Half Hour Sessions with Libby Parham:
Mondays - 10am, 10:45am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2:45pm, 3:30pm, 4:15pm, 6pm, 6:45pm
Tuesdays - 11am, 11:45am, 12:30pm, 1:15pm, 4pm, 4:45pm, 5:30pm
Wednesdays - 10am, 10:45am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2:45pm, 3:30pm, 4:15pm, 6pm, 6:45pm
Thursdays - 11am, 11:45am, 12:30pm, 1:15pm, 6pm
Fridays - 10am, 10:45am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2:45pm, 3:30pm, 4:15pm, 6pm, 6:45pm
Saturdays - 3:30, 4:15 and 5pm
45 Minute Sessions with Libby Parham:
Mondays - 1:45pm and 5pm
Tuesdays - 10am, 2pm, 3pm, 5:15pm
Wednesdays - 1:45pm and 5pm
Thursdays - 10am, 2pm, 3pm
Fridays - 1:45pm and 5pm
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Antisocial Personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant Personality, BDSM, Kink, Alternative Sex Culture, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent Personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality Disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sex Addiction, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MA LICSW 124009
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Elizabeth "Libby" Parham. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Libby is one of the kindest and most helpful therapists. She has a big heart and genuinely shows empathy to my issues. She’s always looking out for my best interests and has a judgement free attitude. I would highly recommend her
Written on Apr 27, 2023 after therapy with Elizabeth "Libby" for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Libby has been a huge help to me over this past year. I feel like Libby really cares about me and the problems I am having. I know if I ever need to reach out she will answer me and I think that is very important.
Written on Apr 13, 2023 after therapy with Elizabeth "Libby" for 9 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Libby is excellent. Easily the best therapist experience I’ve ever had.
Written on Oct 14, 2022 after therapy with Elizabeth "Libby" for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Libby is extremely validating and definitely makes me feel less alone. She is also very comforting and helps me come up with solutions to help me cope with any situation that I may be going through. She is great.
Written on Jul 07, 2022 after therapy with Elizabeth "Libby" for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
Libby is a great therapist and i feel that with the knowledge provided, diving into how and why I'm in my state and highlighting points of improvement, i always feel that i have sight to a those points of improvement. In fact, i see results, and i feel stronger in ways to help with my situations and i cannot say i felt this way before starting my sessions with Libby. I am very satisfied with my therapy experience.
Written on Jun 30, 2022 after therapy with Elizabeth "Libby" for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Elizabeth is genuinely so kind and understanding of all situations. Her life experience (as posted in her profile) can make it significantly easier to speak to her knowing she’s struggled too, and has a sense of familiarity and understanding! Simply wonderful!
Written on Mar 30, 2022 after therapy with Elizabeth "Libby" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd