Therapist in Parsippany, New Jersey Basirah Byrd, Therapist
License: LAC
Provider Gender: Female
Ages Served: 11-65+
Appointments: In-office and Telehealth
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Basirah Byrd, LAC
Therapy is a resource that can be challenging and difficult to start and commit to. However, therapy can also be an empowering resource that can assist clients with making a necessary change in their lives. A quote I say to myself and to my client’s “You may lie to your therapist, but you can’t lie to yourself.” As your therapist I have two goals, my first goal is to create a safe nonjudgmental environment where my client can be themselves, vent and to make self-realizations about their life and choices. My second goal is to try and make one difference in the lives of my clients.
As a therapist I am direct and honest but empathetic and compassionate to my clients' feelings and life experiences. I am not here to control my client’s life. I am here to help create confidence, power, and self-love. Life, changes, and relationships can be stressful, depressing and chaotic. But my clients do not have to deal with it alone. I am here to help them work through those feelings and emotions that have occurred because of those issues. Come take a seat in my office or at the computer and let’s work together and create a plan to make life a bit easier to handle.
I have experience with helping clients who are dealing with domestic violence, sexual assault, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma and PTSD. I have worked with a variety of populations. The primary populations I am open to working with are preteens and teens 12-17, young adults, adults, veterans, individuals, elderly, families, and couples. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, cooking a variety of dishes from different cultures, attending concerts, traveling, reading and attending brunch.
Expertise
Insurances Accepted
Interventions
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Family Therapy
- Parenting Skills
Populations
Education
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Long Island University
Graduate School | 2020
Brooklyn, NY, United States
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Johnson & Wales University
Undergraduate | 2017
Providence, RI, United States
Languages
- English
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Basirah Byrd. You can also call 862-451-8940 to have someone assist you.
Basirah Byrd generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 862-451-8940 to find out Basirah Byrd's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Basirah Byrd:
- Aetna
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- World Trade Center (HealthSmart)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 862-451-8940 to see how we can help.
Basirah Byrd is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Yes, Basirah Byrd does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Basirah Byrd is currently offering in-office visits.