Carol Parker, NP, PMHNP-BC

Carol Parker, NP, PMHNP-BC

Family Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
OH
4.96
“She was very kind and wants to fully treat patients. She’s not a pill pusher. She wants to hear what your saying and help you how she can.”
Initials hiddenSeptember 15, 2022
Highly recommended
96% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.96

Average wait time

4.96

Bedside manner

5.00
“She was very kind and wants to fully treat patients. She’s not a pill pusher. She wants to hear what your saying and help you how she can.”
Initials hiddenSeptember 15, 2022Video visit
“Very kind. Great listener. Took all things I said into consideration. Clear communicator. Explained my diagnoses and why she gave me that diagnoses. Very thorough and attentive. Conscious about side affects for any medication prescribed. 10/10 would recommend”
Michelle B.August 26, 2022Video visit

About Carol Parker

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse
Bipolar Disorder
Prescription / Refill
Anxiety
Depression
Psychiatry Consultation
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
New Patient Visit

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Reality Therapy
Culturally Sensitive
Multicultural
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Coaching

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Straight

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Carol Parker

Carol Parker is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) across the lifespan, with 28 years of experience in healthcare. She earned her Associate's degree from Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science, her Bachelor's from Indiana Wesleyan University, and her Master's in Family Nursing from Frontier Nursing University. Additionally, Carol completed a Post-Master's Certificate in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing at Ohio University. Throughout her career, she has worked with individuals with developmental disabilities, patients in long-term care, group homes, hospitals, public health, outpatient and inpatient addiction services, outpatient psychiatry, and Telepsych. Carol is passionate about treating addiction, mood disorders, ADHD, and anxiety in teens and older adults. She believes the relationship between provider and patient forms the foundation for successful outcomes. Carol advocates for her patients and empowers them to become active partners in their care by engaging them in the planning process to achieve their goals. She uses telepsychiatry to bring care directly to patients' homes. Honesty, communication, and mutual respect are values she holds dear, guiding her decisions to provide empathetic and optimal care. Outside of work, Carol is married with two children. She loves basketball, football, and volleyball, enjoys working out, and spending time with her family. You'll often find her at her son's high school basketball games or traveling for AAU tournaments.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I will be sure you have all of your all pre-visit questionnaires, and packets prior to your visit, so this will not take away from your actual visit time. I will listen to your concern. I will provide individual psychiatric comprehensive evaluations, follow-up evaluations, and medication management for various mental health illnesses and disorders in a professional, thoughtful, and non-judgmental manner. I will review your medical health as well because this can be a factor in some of your mental health concerns. I will work with you to develop a plan of care to achieve the greatest outcome.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

As a new patient, you will receive an email for your to verify your payment method and insurance information. Once this documentation has been received electronically, forms will be sent to the patient requesting information prior to the visit for review so that this does not take away from your visit. You will be required to access a patient portal, and there is where you will find the video link for your appointment. During your visit, your concerns will be addressed, your history of mental and medical health assessed, and a discussion of screening results, as well as talk therapy, will be completed. Education regarding your diagnosis will be completed. We will look at alternatives to manage your symptoms as well as medication if needed, and or more in-depth counseling needs.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $375 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $150-175 for 30 minutes

    More information on payments and coverage

    -You will need a credit or debit card on file for processing. -If you are self-pay: Your payment is due in full on the day of your appointment. -In-network plans: your co-payment is due in full on the day of your appointment and will be charged to your card on file. -Out-of-Network: Is considered self-pay and your card will be charged the fee for the visit. You will receive an invoice which you can submit to your insurance reimbursement.

    Popular visit reasons

    Anxiety Disorder
    General Consultation
    Mood Swings
    New Patient Visit
    Psychiatry Consultation
    Psychotherapy
    Sleep Problems
    Women's Mental Health Issues
    Anxiety Disorder
    General Consultation
    Mood Swings
    New Patient Visit

    Education and background

    Practice names

    Board certifications

    • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners National Certification Board
    • American Nurses Credentialing Center

    Education and training

    • Frontier Nursing University, Master's in Family Nursing
    • Indiana Wesleyan University (Bachelor's)
    • Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science (Associate's)
    • Ohio University, Post-Master's Certificate in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing

    NPI number

    1831488543

    Patient reviews

    All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
    Overall rating
    4.96
    Wait time
    4.96
    Bedside manner
    5.00
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    She listened to my concerns and explained things in a straightforward manner. Would highly recommend Carol.
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Dr. Parker was extremely helpful and broke things down for me in a way that I could understand.
    Video visit
    She was very kind and wants to fully treat patients. She’s not a pill pusher. She wants to hear what your saying and help you how she can.
    Video visit
    she was amazing.
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Very kind. Great listener. Took all things I said into consideration. Clear communicator. Explained my diagnoses and why she gave me that diagnoses. Very thorough and attentive. Conscious about side affects for any medication prescribed. 10/10 would recommend
    Verified patientVideo visit
    My care was unbeknownst to me being mismanaged by my previous provider. In a scramble to find a new provider because my prescriptions were out, I came across Carol on Zocdoc who thankfully had a same day appt. During a busy workday, her and her staff were gracious in helping me get the paperwork submitted. Our appt started right on time. She is down to earth, intelligent about mental health pharmacology, and I believe she has me headed in the right direction from a medication standpoint. Thank you, Carol.
    Verified patientVideo visit
    I felt very seen and understood. Carol took the time to listen to me and thoughtfully discuss a solution. Any questions I had were clearly addressed, and I didn’t feel rushed!
    Video visit
    I was highly impressed with Dr. Parker and Casey (spelling?). They were so kind and worked with me even though I messed up my patient forms. They did everything to make sure I was able to be seen! Dr. Parker was very knowledgeable and explained everything which I have not experienced with previous providers!
    Video visit
    It was a way more positive experience than with my regular PCP. Dr Parker actually readjusted my medication and added some that have improved my PTSD significantly. I felt heard.
    Very knowledgeable and kind.
    My Dr actually listened to what I was saying and took me at my word about my mental health. My symptoms have improved drastically because of my Dr on zocdocs than it had in 3yrs with my in person PCP. For example, i have night sweats from PTSD, my in person PCP knew this, it stopped almost entirely after 1 visit with Zocdoc pcp
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Carol was extremely helpful and understanding. I felt very comfortable talking to her and with the care plan she came up with to treat me.
    I was super impressed with how available Dr. Parker made herself- I was able to see her the same day I sought an initial consult! She was professional and also very personable. I felt like she really heard all of my concerns and I felt confident with her expertise on how to deal with my issues. I wish all healthcare providers were this reachable and helpful!
    Verified patientVideo visit
    Wonderful experience with Mrs. Carol Parker. I was struggling with incorporating my mental wellness in to my daily routine. But Mrs. Carol Parker has given me my tools to take back my mental wellness. Also she starts on time and is pleasant to talk to. It's rare to find a Provider that combines such personal touches and care for a patient as a person with outstanding quality of medical care. I highly recommend becoming her patient!
    The respect, kindness and professionalism is amazing. This is like no other medical practice I have ever gone to! The provider really cares for her patients and listens to you and your concerns, instead of just rushing you through your appointment like your cattle!! 5 stars is just not enough! I promise you that if you have the opportunity to see Carol Parker, you will be amazed.
    Carol was very informative and knowledgeable, and candid about the best plan for me. I found her to be compassionate, and expert in her field as the types of medicine and care I needed to improve my physical and mental health.
    Was very pleased with the with the quality of care that I received the information I was provided was very helpful thank you so much
    Carol was very professional and very knowledgeable of our job I did not feel like I was just being rushed through the process it’s very nice to see that there is still people that care
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    Which board certifications does Carol Parker have?

    Carol Parker is certified by American Academy of Nurse Practitioners National Certification Board and American Nurses Credentialing Center.

    What are common reasons for patients to see Carol Parker?

    Carol Parker frequently sees patients for General Consultation, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Carol Parker on their profile.

    What languages does Carol Parker speak?

    Carol Parker speaks English.

    How do patients rate Carol Parker in reviews?

    28 patients have reviewed Carol Parker. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.96/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.96/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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