- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Goal tracking methods
About Mariam
Mariam Parekh is a Clinical Psychologist licensed in Colorado and California with ten years of practice since 2016. She holds a PhD from Syracuse University and completed internship and postgraduate work at veteran health facilities. Mariam lists stress, anxiety, relationships, family concerns, trauma and abuse, and depression among the main areas she works with.
She uses a mix of practical approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. She also draws on Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help people set clear goals and track progress. Sessions focus on concrete steps and skills rather than vague promises.
Mariam describes her work as grounded in evidence-based methods and positive psychology. That means clients look at what they want to change, measure small gains, and build on what already works. She writes that people are not broken because they feel broken, and she encourages noticing real progress along the way.
Her background includes an internship at White River Junction VA and Dartmouth and post graduate work at Loma Linda VA. Those roles contributed to her experience with trauma, adjustment, and mood concerns. Outside of practice she spends time with her son and reads fantasy, which she says helps keep creativity alive.
People considering sessions should expect straightforward conversation about goals, practical techniques to try between visits, and periodic check-ins on progress. Those interested in working with her should confirm current session options before booking.
How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. It offers concrete exercises and experiments to test beliefs and reduce distress from guilt or shame. This approach often includes homework tasks to practice new ways of responding outside sessions.DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, teaches skills for regulating intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It can help when guilt or shame leads to self-criticism or difficulty in relationships by offering clear emotion-management techniques.
Motivational Interviewing is another tool she uses to explore ambivalence and support small changes. It is useful when someone feels stuck and unsure about the next step toward feeling differently about themselves or their actions.
Finding the right fit is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to identify which approach or combination of approaches suits a person's goals, preferences, and the practical problems they bring to sessions. That may mean trying different techniques and checking progress together.
Confirm the available session formats before booking since the biography does not list them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, shorten check-ins, or avoid travel time. When formats are confirmed, plan sessions to match what works in daily routines rather than rearranging everything around therapy.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Colorado, California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to guilt or shame?
She lists stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, and depression, which often relate to guilt or shame. Additional focuses include attachment and body image issues.
How does she approach therapy for shame-driven issues?
She uses evidence-based methods such as CBT and DBT alongside positive psychology to set goals, track progress, and build practical skills for handling painful feelings.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She has practiced since 2016, completed a PhD at Syracuse University, an internship at White River Junction VA and Dartmouth, and post graduate work at Loma Linda VA, totaling about ten years of experience.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is listed as CO Psychologist PSY.0004802 and CA Psychologist 34220 and practices in Colorado.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients.
What session formats does she provide?
Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are used.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.