Cindy Parkes, LCSW, MSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Cindy Parkes

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Depression

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Eating Disorder

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

EMDR

Compassion Focused

Intervention

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Cindy Parkes

Cindy Parkes, LCSW, offers compassionate and experienced mental health care to individuals across California. She supports adolescents, teens, and adults through life most complex emotional challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and sleep disturbances. At LifeStance Health, Cindy provides individualized therapy that emphasizes both healing and personal empowerment, helping her patients develop new tools to manage distress and move forward with confidence. Cindy is especially passionate about working with individuals experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders. Whether addressing the lingering effects of PTSD, the emotional weight of grief or divorce, or the struggles of insomnia, she provides a calm and supportive space where healing can begin. Her therapeutic approach draws on evidence-based techniques like EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and CBT for Insomnia, allowing her to customize treatment to meet each patient needs. Cindy also incorporates mindfulness and faith-based interventions for those who wish to explore a more spiritual path to recovery. In addition to her focus on mood and trauma-related conditions, Cindy offers specialized support for first responders, military veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. She has a deep understanding of the unique challenges these populations face and works with them to process difficult experiences, rebuild resilience, and restore a sense of identity and well-being. Cindy also addresses broader concerns such as midlife and later-life transitions, postpartum issues, and women's mental health. Outside of her clinical work, Cindy finds joy and balance through hiking, dancing, horseback riding, singing, and creating pastel art. She values time with family and friends and brings that same warmth and connection into her therapeutic relationships.

Is this doctor in your insurance network?

Enter your insurance carrier and plan

choose insurance

In-network insurances

Aetna

BlueCross BlueShield

Cigna

Medicare

UnitedHealthcare

200+ more in-network plans

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Anxiety disorders

Other popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Office location

Cindy Parkes, LCSW, MSW also offers online video visits for patients

LifeStance Health - Southern California- 2

4361 Latham St, Riverside, CA 92501

Get directions

Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Southern California- 2

Education and training

California State University, Bakersfield, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1255560447

Patient reviews

Help Cindy Parkes, LCSW, MSW build an online reputation by being the first to leave a review after having an appointment.

Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Cindy Parkes?

Generally, Cindy Parkes has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Cindy Parkes's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Cindy Parkes accepting new patients?

Cindy Parkes generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Cindy Parkes's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Cindy Parkes accept my insurance?

Choose your insurance plan to verify if Cindy Parkes is in-network.

Can I make an appointment with Cindy Parkes online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Cindy Parkes using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Cindy Parkes work with?

Cindy Parkes works with LifeStance Health - Southern California- 2.

Where is Cindy Parkes's office located?

Cindy Parkes has 2 office locations in Riverside, view full addresses on Cindy Parkes's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Cindy Parkes?

Cindy Parkes frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Cindy Parkes on their profile.