Business Details
10 Years
experience
Online Mental Health Services for Virginia Adults
Cedar Psychological Center is an online psychology practice founded in 2016 by Dr. Amber Parker, a licensed Clinical Psychologist serving Virginia residents. We specialize in telehealth therapy for adults, utilizing a secure HIPAA-compliant video platform to address anxiety, mood disorders, stress management, self-esteem, grief, life transitions, and perinatal mental health concerns. Our approach is person-centered and insight-oriented, creating a genuine, empathic environment where clients safely explore challenges to reach their full potential. Interventions are customized to individual needs, combining short or long-term goals with evidence-based techniques. We utilize Humanistic-Existential therapy, mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy within a warm, accepting framework. With over 18 years of clinical experience, including forensic psychology and neuropsychological assessment, Dr.Parker offers specialized expertise in psychological testing and court-ordered evaluations. Our practice emphasizes continuous professional development through workshops in perinatal mental health and mindfulness to innovate treatment approaches. We maintain professional affiliations with the American Psychological Association and Anxiety & Depression Association of America. Financial flexibility is provided through in-network insurance billing with major carriers, out-of-network reimbursement options, and a limited sliding-scale program for financially distressed clients. Our mission remains centered on empowering individuals to create positive life changes through accessible, compassionate mental health care.
Services
Telehealth Therapy
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Perinatal Mental Health
Psychological Testing
Forensic Evaluation
Mindfulness Therapy
Grief Counseling
Stress Management
Life Transitions Support
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- 18+ years of clinical experience including forensic psychology and neuropsychological assessment
- Specialized training in perinatal mental health and mindfulness-based therapies
- Secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform for convenient virtual sessions
- Accepted by major insurance networks including Cigna, Blue Cross, and Medicare
- Flexible payment options including sliding scale for financial hardship cases
Services
Telehealth Therapy
Secure online therapy sessions conducted through HIPAA-compliant video platform. Specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and life transitions for Virginia adults. Utilizes flexible 30 or 45-minute formats with licensed clinical psychologist.
Perinatal Mental Health
Specialized treatment for pregnancy-related mental health concerns including postpartum depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders. Combines evidence-based interventions with personalized care plans for expectant and new mothers seeking emotional wellness.
Psychological Testing
Comprehensive psychological evaluations for diagnostic clarification and treatment planning. Services include neuropsychological assessment, forensic evaluations, and personality testing conducted by experienced clinical psychologist with forensic training.
Mindfulness Therapy
Integrates mindfulness practices with evidence-based treatment techniques. Focuses on increasing self-awareness and emotional regulation through customized interventions adapted from Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy frameworks.
Life Transitions Support
Targeted therapy for navigating significant life changes including career shifts, relationship changes, and identity exploration. Utilizes person-centered approach to help adults build resilience and develop adaptive coping strategies for transitional challenges.
People
Dr. Amber Parker
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Established Cedar Psychological Center in 2016 after 18 years of clinical experience including forensic settings and private practice. Holds doctorate from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology with specialization in perinatal mental health and mindfulness techniques.
Questions
Are therapy sessions conducted in-person or online?
All therapy services are provided through secure telehealth video sessions accessible from any private location with internet connectivity.
Does the center accept insurance?
In-network with Cigna, Anthem Blue Cross, CareFirst, Medicare, and Magellan. Also accepts out-of-network insurance plans with potential reimbursement through clients' providers.
What mental health specialties are offered?
Specializes in anxiety disorders, mood disorders, perinatal mental health, stress management, and life transitions with tailored treatment approaches for each concern.
Can I choose session duration?
Yes, offers both 30-minute ($90) and 45-minute ($180) individual therapy sessions to accommodate different therapeutic needs and budgets.
Is there financial assistance available?
Limited sliding-scale appointments available for clients facing financial hardship. Discuss eligibility directly with Dr. Parker during initial consultation.
What therapy approaches are used?
Integrates Humanistic-Existential therapy, mindfulness practices, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) customized to each client's specific needs and goals.
