About Dr. Parker

James Parker, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist in the state of Texas who works with individuals and couples. He approaches therapy in a collaborative way, working together with clients to help them gain meaningful insight into how they understand themselves in the world. His theoretical framework is informed largely by Coherence Therapy. Coherence Therapy is an approach to treatment that is different from many others in that--instead of focusing on what is "negative" or "wrong" and trying to change or alter it--the purpose is to genuinely understand a person's symptoms; to curiously explore why maintaining certain patterns of thinking and behavior is emotionally necessary, even when a person is feeling stuck because of these things. Understanding the symptom leads to identifying the underlying emotional reasons of why we do things and addresses the cause of feeling stuck, not just the symptom, and leads to meaningful and lasting change. In addition to this primary approach, Dr. Parker also incorporates a variety of treatment methods to best meet the needs of each individual client. 

Dr. Parker has extensive experience providing therapy addressing a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, disordered eating, trauma, career development, family and relationship issues, academic distress, grief, low self-esteem, interpersonal communication, and time management. A niche-area of growing expertise is with clients who have concerns related to pornography use (the topic of his dissertation). Regardless of client concerns, Dr. Parker expects clients to take an active role in their own treatment and work on things both in and outside of therapy. He genuinely looks forward to working side by side with his clients in order to help them lead healthy and happy lives. 

Dr. Parker holds a Bachelors degree in Psychology and Russian, a Masters degree in Counseling and Counselor Education, and a Doctorate in Counseling Psychology. 

Outside of the therapy room, Dr. Parker enjoys time with family and friends, game nights, being outdoors, and staying active by means of any sport.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Parker, please email jparker@DTAcare.com.