Mariam Parekh

Mariam Parekh is a clinical psychologist practicing in Colorado since 2016. She holds licenses as a Colorado Psychologist (PSY.0004802) and a California Psychologist (34220). Mariam completed a PhD at Syracuse University and finished clinical placements at APA-accredited sites, including internship and post-graduate work with veteran health services.

She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, and depression. Mariam also helps people facing attachment and abandonment worries, body image struggles, substance concerns, and difficulties tied to chronic illness or disability. Her work aims to help people name goals and notice progress as they move forward.

Mariam blends practical, evidence-informed methods with a strengths-based outlook. She uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to shape sessions around the person's needs. She encourages tracking small changes so people can see when things are shifting.

Sessions emphasize skill-building, clearer communication, and understanding patterns that keep problems going. Mariam frames challenges as experiences people can work through rather than proof of being broken. She invites active, collaborative work and celebrates steps toward more meaningful connections.

Outside of her practice she spends time with her son and reads fantasy novels to keep a creative perspective. She also follows shows about body language and therapy and values the reminder that an inner child is worth honoring.

Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It breaks problems into manageable parts and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal skills. It offers concrete tools for managing strong emotions and improving communication during heated moments.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, preferences, and day-to-day life. That decision can change over time as progress and new needs emerge.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule and to keep continuity when life gets disrupted. It can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when useful, and make attending regular appointments more practical. Confirm current session options before booking so the chosen format meets your needs and logistical constraints.