Mental Health Counseling
Personalized therapy for emotional wellness, mental health, and lasting change.
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Evidence-Based Services For Lasting Change
From individual therapy to community programs — affordable, compassionate, and culturally responsive care for individuals, couples, families, and organizations.
What We Offer
Evidence-Based Solutions
for Real Life
Practical support for your mental health, relationships, family, and personal growth.
Relationship Coaching
Build healthier relationships, stronger boundaries, and better communication.
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Practical support and resources to help remove barriers and move forward.
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Workshops, speaking, and professional training for organizations and communities.
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Practical tools for stronger families and emotionally healthy children.
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Life skills, emotional regulation, and community-based support for positive change.
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Insurance Accepted
Aetna · AmeriHealth · Ambetter · Anthem BCBS · Buckeye · CareSource · Cigna · Medicaid · Magellan · Medical Mutual · Molina · Optum · Paramount · Summa Care · United Healthcare
Self-Pay: $200/session • CareCredit Accepted
Accepted Insurance
Making Mental Health Accessible
We believe everyone deserves quality care regardless of financial situation. We accept a wide range of insurance plans and offer multiple payment options.
Self-Pay Rate
$200
/ session
Private pay available for all services
CareCredit
Financing Available
Apply at carecredit.com · (800) 677-0718
Out-of-Network
OON Benefits Accepted
We accept clients claiming on their
out-of-network benefits
Aetna
AmeriHealth
Ambetter
Anthem Blue Cross / Blue Shield
Buckeye
CareSource
Cigna
Medicaid
Magellan
Medical Mutual
Molina
Optum
Paramount
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
Before your first visit, call your
insurance provider to confirm mental health coverage,
annual benefit amounts, the maximum paid per session,
and any deductibles or copays that may apply.
Specialty Services
Programs That Go Deeper
Book + Workshop
A Powerful Divorce
A transformational guide and workshop helping women rebuild after toxic relationships and rediscover their power. Based on Barbara Parker's published book.
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Podcast
Powerfully Broken Podcast
Broken to unleash the power within. Real conversations about trauma, healing, and transformation with Barbara Parker and special guests.
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Community Events
Workshops & Community Events
Parenting Powershift, Relationship Mastery Workshops, and Community Healing Events open to individuals and families across Ohio and Florida.
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Marriage
Marriage Bootcamp
An intensive, results-driven bootcamp designed to rebuild communication, restore trust, and strengthen the foundation of your marriage in a structured group setting.
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Youth & Community
The MPAC Program
Designed for school-age children in Akron, OH, MPAC teaches kids the tools to live a safe and healthy life. Through engaging activities, workshops, and life-skill training, we help young people build emotional intelligence, financial literacy, and resilience — before the world tries to break them down.
Financial Literacy
Fun, interactive lessons on managing money, saving, and basic financial principles.
Skill-Building Workshops
Comprehensive sessions for personal, emotional, and social development.
Violence Reduction
Creating safe, respectful environments and reducing incidents of violence.
College Tours
Increasing awareness of options and how to navigate the road to higher education.
Field Trips
Exciting educational outings to enrich learning and broaden horizons.
Meals Provided
Nutritious meals included to support energy, focus, and participation.
⏰ Program Hours
Enroll Now — Call 330-368-2400
Monday – Friday
Summer Session: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Fall / Spring Session: 2:30 PM – 7:00 PM
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Learning
100
Limited Spots Only
10+
Years of Impact
Meet the Founder
Barbara L. Parker —
Survivor. Therapist.
Champion.
Barbara Parker transformed her own journey through adversity — including homelessness — into a lifelong mission of healing and empowerment. A licensed therapist, author, and nationally recognized speaker, she founded BF Empowerment Center to create a global movement that prevents domestic violence, heals broken families, and stops generational trauma in its tracks.
Her national movement, "Not Another 1," has pledged to empower 44 million lives through compassionate, effective, evidence-based support.
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Emotional Support Animal
Get Your ESA Letter from a Licensed Therapist
1 in 4 Americans experience an emotional or mental disability in any given year. Emotional Support Animals reduce symptoms by providing companionship, comfort, and love — and a legitimate ESA Letter protects your rights under federal law.
Are You a Candidate?
Does having your pet live with you make you feel better?
Would taking your pet on a flight help you relax?
Does your pet give you a greater sense of purpose or focus?
Does your pet help reduce anxiety, depression, or restlessness?
What Your ESA Letter Unlocks
✓
Live almost anywhere — regardless of “no pet” landlord policies
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No insane pet deposits or additional security fees
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No size or breed restrictions for your well-behaved pet
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Travel with peace of mind and proper documentation
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Legal protection under Federal fair housing guidelines
Simple Process
How to Get Started
1
Reach Out
Call us at 330-368-2400 , fill out our contact form, or send us an email to get started.
2
Free Consultation
We schedule a free 20-minute discovery call to understand your needs and match you with the right service.
3
Verify Insurance
We help you verify your insurance coverage and explain any out-of-pocket costs upfront — no surprises.
4
Begin Your Journey
Your first session is scheduled — in-office, at home, or online. Your healing journey begins.
Ready to Start?
Every journey starts with one step.
Call today for a free consultation. Our team is here Monday–Friday to help you find the right service, verify your insurance, and get scheduled.