Derek Parker, Ph.D.
Derek earned his Ph.D in Counselor Education and Supervision at Liberty University in 2021. He also earned a Master of Professional Counseling from Liberty University in 2014, a Master of Rehabilitative Services from Clarion University in 2008, and a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies from Clarion University in 2006. He is an Assistant Professor at Liberty University and an Adjunct Professor at Marywood University. Derek holds the following licenses and certifications:
- Licensed Professional Counselor, State of Pennsylvania
- National Certified Counselor
- Disaster Mental Health Counseling
- Seeking Safety – Trauma Counseling Protocol
- Approved Clinical Supervisor
Derek has several years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in a variety of settings that include:
- Private Practice and Outpatient Mental Health Counseling
- Community Mental health
- Hospitals
- Clinical Outpatient Supervision
- Foster Care
- Military
- Drug and Alcohol Outpatient Services
Derek works with individuals from adolescents to adults. He is skilled at working with individuals, couples, and families. Derek is trained to work with most areas of clinical disorder. He employs a faith-based approach using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. He has extensive experience in addressing the following areas:
- ADHD
- Academic Underachievement
- Addictions
- Drug and Alcohol Abuse
- Anger Management
- Depression and Anxiety
- Career Counseling
- Family Therapy
- Grief
- Internet Addiction
- Marital and Premarital
- Men’s Issues
- Oppositional Defiance
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Addiction
- Spiritual Issues
- Substance Abuse and Addiction
- Trauma and Abuse
- Veterans Issues
Derek integrates Faith-Based Counseling by incorporating biblical principles and prayer in each session. He has been an active church member for many years.
Derek is available at our Dubois-West Long and Dubois Lakeside, Pennsylvania offices
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