Giovanna Parker

Background & Training

I hold a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Palo Alto University and a Bachelor's in Psychology from Portland State University. My clinical foundation integrates evidence-based approaches alongside a relational, person-centered lens. My training has also been shaped by lived experience: born and raised in Brazil, I lived many years in Central America before adopting the Pacific Northwest as my home. This has broadened my outlook on life and given me the privilege of working with Spanish-speaking clients.

My Approach

I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all model of therapy, and I don't believe warmth and rigor are opposites. My work is grounded in Humanistic psychotherapy (the belief that you already hold the capacity for growth and insight) combined with evidence-based tools: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful patterns, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to build psychological flexibility, values-driven action and strength-based change. I listen closely, but I also provide guidance, challenge and encouragement to help my clients move toward their goals. I want to help you build not just awareness and insight, but real tools that you can carry into your daily life.

Who I Work With

• Adults navigating ADHD, grief, or relationship difficulties.

• Spanish-speaking and Portuguese-speaking clients seeking a bilingual, bicultural therapist.

• Anyone who wants both compassion and practical tools, not just a listening ear.

Specialties & Modalities

Modalities: Humanistic Psychotherapy
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Relational-Cultural Therapy (RCT)