Michael J. Parra received his doctorate in clinical psychology in 1988 from Oklahoma State University; he has been licensed as a psychologist in California since 1990. Dr. Parra is English-Spanish bilingual and provides mental health services with sensitivity to meet the needs of clients from a wide range of social, cultural, and racial backgrounds.

Dr. Parra provides treatment for adults, children, and families. His practice is focused on brief, symptom-focused therapy utilizing primarily cognitive-behavioral strategies. Dr. Parra believes that those who participate in treatment will experience feelings of improved mood, increased self-esteem, feelings of empowerment, and the ability to resolve problems. The client will develop more effective behavioral strategies to address goals in work, school, family and social areas.

Family Issues
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Counseling
Childhood and Adolescent Counseling
Parent Training and Support

Specialty Treatment Issues
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder(ADHD) Counseling
Stress Management
Parent Training and Support
Trauma Counseling

Therapy Issues
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Counseling
Childhood and Adolescent Counseling
Individual Adult, Family, Couples and Group Psychotherapy
Parent Training and Support
Stress Management
Trauma Counseling