Anita Parsons-Bakhtiar
27+ years experience

Anita Parsons-Bakhtiar

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

·LICSW
27+ years experience
Romney, WV, United States
Accepting clients

About

You can take the first step today towards the life you have been hoping for. Help is only a phone call away. I consider it an honor and priviledge when my clients form a connection with me and entrust me with their hopes , dreams and deepest disires for a fulfilling and happy life. I create a safe and empathetic environment for you to explore the past and present as we work together to find hope and healing for your future. You do not have to do this alone. And it’s never too late to start. In over 20 yrs of counseling experience I've worked with many clients through a variety of interventions. I seek to create an environment of emotional safety. With children I utilize play therapy. Adults have a variety of tools to assist in therapy such as art,sand tray, cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic orientation, and psychoeducation. I offer a balanced approach between the art and science of the counseling experience I have a strong combination of empathy, education, and experience.in over 20 yrs of counseling, I've partnered with my clients to address such clinical issues as: anxiety, agoraphobia, ADHD, behavioral disorders, bi-polar disorder, depression OCD and personality disorders. Specialties: I work with clients who may be struggling with trauma and PTSD as well as depression, anxiety and bipolar disorders. As you become comfortable we will explore the issues that are causing you distress and help you develop insight ,better coping skills and healing. You set your goals and expectations and together we will work together to achieve them. Credentials & Experience: In over twenty years of counseling experiences I've heard many different types of mental health concerns from clients. I am non-judgemental

"I offer supportive therapy and a variety of technique while you find solutions that work for you. I use psychological education so that you can better understand and change patterns that may hinder your ability to develop healthy relationships. It is never too late and I doubt that your unique story would be shocking to me. Secrets can come into the light and shame can be healed."

I work with

Family
Family
Group
Group
Individual
Individual

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Specialties

Areas of Focus

ADHDAdoptionAnxiety
Asperger's SyndromeBehavioral IssuesBipolar DisorderChronic IllnessChronic PainCodependencyCoping SkillsDepressionDissociative DisordersEmotional DisturbanceGriefLife TransitionsNarcissistic PersonalityPeer RelationshipsPersonality DisordersPsychosisRelationship IssuesSchool IssuesSelf-HarmingSexual AbuseSleep or InsomniaStressSuicidal IdeationTrauma and PTSDWomen's IssuesMood Disorders

Therapeutic Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Person-Centered
Strength Based
Trauma Focused
Interpersonal
Expressive Arts
Play Therapy
Sandplay
Compassion Focused
Gestalt
Humanistic
Family Systems
Psychodynamic

Services & Pricing

Free Consultation

15 min · Online, In Person

Free

Qualifications

CALM AT HOME

Verified by Calm at Home

Licensed · LICSW

Anita Parsons-Bakhtiar · Verified May 2026

Education and Years in Practice

Attended University of Maryland :MASTERS IN SOCIAL WORK, in , Graduated 2000

Additional Credentials

Membership from WV Board of Social Work

2000

Insurance & Policies

Does not accept insurance

Clients are responsible for knowing and communicating their full insurance information prior to beginning services. If I am out of network I can provide a super bill to reimburse you for your bill

Payment Methods

Amex
Cash
Check
Discover
Mastercard
PayPal
Visa

Location

Primary Office

663 Fifth Street

Romney, WV, 26757

United States

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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

663 Fifth Street

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I offer supportive therapy and a variety of technique while you find solutions that work for you. I use psychological education so that you can better understand and change patterns that may hinder your ability to develop healthy relationships. It is never too late and I doubt that your unique story would be shocking to me. Secrets can come into the light and shame can be healed.

I see family, group and individual
Does not accept insurance

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