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Shary Parra

Therapist(she/her/ella)
15 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Women's issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a proud Afro-Latina, bilingual therapist with over a decade of experience in the mental health field.

My passion is empowering Black and Brown people to embrace and maximize their potential towards building the fulfilling life they want and deserve. I understand that life is complex, and there is no one-size-fits-all model in therapy. That's why I always strive to meet people exactly where they are, offering a truly human approach to help them take that next step forward.

My approach to therapy

My expertise lies in helping clients navigate the weight of anxiety and depression, especially when those feelings are triggered by major life transitions. I also provide tailored guidance for those navigating the daily and long-term realities of racism and sexism, by creating a space where those burdens are safely identified and processed.

What you can expect from me

My style is a unique and effective blend of inviting, direct, and funny. While I create a warm, non-judgmental space, I will also hold you accountable, because I genuinely believe in your power to reach your highest potential. Schedule a consultation call to see if I'm the accountability buddy you've been looking for.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Hispanic, Latinx, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Humorous, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    15 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at New York University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Providence Health Plan

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Women's issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Identity issues
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Trauma Focused CBT, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English, Spanish
Offers free consultationsNext available