Emergency & Crisis Support
If your experiencing a life-threating emergency, please call 911.
If you are in crisis and need to speak with a mental health professional now, please use TimelyCare or call 988.
Counseling Services
College comes with unique challenges, and Parker University Counseling Services is here to help. Counseling is free, confidential, and open to all students. If you’re managing stress, relationships, or a personal crisis, you don’t have to face it alone.
Meet your counselor
Licensed in Texas and Connecticut, Natica brings warmth and understanding to every session. She’s passionate about helping students find balance and discover their strengths.
Natica Blake MS, LPC, NCC
Coordinator of Campus Mental Health Services
Services Provided
- Free short-term counseling sessions (50 minutes)
- Support for stress, anxiety, and everyday challenges
- Crisis management and community referrals
- Group presentations on mental health and wellness topics
- Resources for specialized care in the DFW community
Note: The Counseling Center does not provide psychological testing for disability services, course documentation, or emotional-support animal paperwork.
Additional Resources
- TimelyCare 24/7 Virtual Care
- Courses and Apps for Stress Management
- Crisis Hotlines and Resources
Disability Services
The Office of Accessibility and Student Belonging is committed to ensuring that all students have equal access to learning and campus life. If you have a disability that significantly impacts your academic experience, you may qualify for accommodations through Disability Services. All services are confidential and designed to help you succeed at Parker University.
Our Commitment
We follow the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Rehabilitation Act to ensure students are never discriminated against because of a disability. Confidentiality is a top priority—only the Coordinator of Accessibility and Student Belonging, your instructors, and essential staff will be informed of approved accommodations.
Available Services
- Note-taking support
- Classroom arrangements
- Board exam verification
- Lecture recording permissions
- Exam accommodations
Ravan Anderson
Coordinator of Inclusion
and Accessibility
How to Register with Disability Services
Step 1
Submit an Application
Complete the Application for Accommodations online. Incomplete applications may delay processing. For help, email accommodations@parker.edu
Step 2
Schedule an Access Meeting
After submitting your application, you’ll receive an email to schedule a 30-minute Access Meeting to discuss your needs.
Step 3
Submit Documentation
Provide documentation from a licensed professional (such as a physician, psychologist, or evaluation results) verifying your disability. All records are kept confidential. View our Eligibility Guidelines
Step 4
Log in to Accomodate
Once approved, you’ll receive a Notice of Determination. Each trimester, log in to Accommodate to confirm you want to use your accommodations and send letters to instructors
Returning Students
Already registered? Log in to MyParker and manage your trimester requests.
Policies & Expectations
- Accommodations take effect upon approval and cannot be applied retroactively.
- Report any issues with accommodations within 48 hours of the academic activity.
- Grievances related to discrimination can be submitted to the Vice Provost via the Grievance Committee process in the Student Handbook.
We follow the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Rehabilitation Act to ensure students are never discriminated against because of a disability. Confidentiality is a top priority—only the Coordinator of Accessibility and Student Belonging, your instructors, and essential staff will be informed of approved accommodations.
