Being responsible for children comes with a great deal of pressure and countless challenges. Parents who are struggling may seek counseling to help them work through their issues.
Available Treatment Options
Therapy serves as a safe space for parents to open up about their concerns regarding their parenting skills and their children. A counselor may address unhelpful thoughts with parents and work on cognitive techniques that expand how the parent thinks about themselves.
If specific behavioral issues leave parents concerned about their child, a therapist or counseling professional specializing in children may teach the parents disciplinary skills and communication techniques or suggest activities that the family can engage in.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Parenting
As an artist, I understand the life-long vitality of artistic growth, & the importance of creativity to one’s perception of the world. As a professional counselor, I treat issues unique to artists, performers and other creative individuals. I encourage my clients to work with the highs/lows of the creative process, integrate them, and channel them appropriately through their art. Let’s explore...
LPC and Certified Trauma Therapist using evidence-based interventions with over 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families who experience a variety of symptoms related to trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transition difficulties. As a Certified Integrative Medicine Mental Health Practitioner I go beyond traditional therapeutic interventions providing...
Specializing in depression, anxiety, and suicide prevention. I have a Master of Science in Counseling / Clinical Mental Health from Texas A&M University Commerce and 32 years of public service experience. This background enables me to help those who have experienced trauma, or may be in crisis. I am here to help you, and provide the best and most therapeutic mental healthcare possible. The teen...
Finding a therapist is hard. What criteria do you base your decision on? Degrees, years in practice, areas of expertise, commute... But what a profile and your research cannot tell you, happens to be the most important criteria: if the two of you will "fit.” The best and quickest way to know for certain is to schedule the appointment. I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where my clients feel t...
Life isn't always easy. Sometimes even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life's more challenging problems. Shanta has used a variety of approaches to help clients by individualizing treatment. Shanta utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy and a holistic approach. Shanta believes in harm reduction therapy. Shanta is a forme...
Eric Stobie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) and NCC (National Certified Counselor) whose specialty is trauma work but also has experience with mood and anxiety disorders. Eric works with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as families and couples, and also specializes in working with those in the military. Eric utilizes Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Play Therapy, as...
Philosophy and Approach: I believe people are courageous to face their individual and relationship challenges. People are amazingly resilient and capable of healing, growth and change. I believe my role as a therapist is to collaborate with my clients toward a more desirable future and provide a safe, non-judgmental, supportive environment that nurtures growth and healing. We are all a part of ...
I received my Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Indiana Wesleyan University and completed my Bachelor of Science in Human Services at Purdue University. I have experience with children, adolescents, couples and individuals-- I have worked with clients in a range of cultures, backgrounds, and walks of life. My approach to therapy involves forming a strong therapeutic alliance with my...
I work with adolescents and adults interested in addressing painful memories, storylines, or patterns of behavior. We examine these issues from our social and family contexts and look to pursue what's truly important to you with greater freedom and ease. Estos servicios estan disponibles en español para lxs que prefieren. Challenges are approached by looking at patterns of perception and though...
Evening, weekend, early morning appointments available. If you are struggling with stress, anxiety, parenting or relationship issues, give me a call. Together we will get clear on what results you want to see, and create a potent “healing space” for initiating positive change. Whether you’re wanting a fresh perspective on patterns that are no longer working for you in your relationships, need...
My goal is to help people who are struggling with personal and interpersonal challenges. Whether you're struggling with a long-term problem or just going through a rough patch, my goal is to help you move forward, feel more empowered and in control of your life. The therapeutic relationship offers a thoughtful, sensitive and safe space where you will feel heard and understood, and where you wil...
Those that need help with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationships issues, family problems such as adoption, marriage, blended families, and parenting issues are all welcome. My approach is eclectic, pulling from systems, family therapy, trauma, and behavioral interventions. Come step up your mental health with me. I am empathic, insightful, energetic and passionate about families and the...
" Healing does not mean that the damage never existed. It means that damage no longer controls our lives." an axiom that I live by on a daily basis. I have had over 20 years of privilege testing this axiom with many brave souls. Once these individuals made a decision to not be ashamed of their suffering and peel the layers of their pain; they were able to set themselves free of it and create sp...
You don’t understand it yourself. It’s been over 20 years since the sexual abuse took place. You wonder why you can't just forgive your abuser and move on with your life already. It should be that easy, yet still, you feel defective & damaged when you consider your past; you are unable to connect with your partner intimately; you struggle with feeling dismissed and unworthy of love; and, you do...
I love working with teens and adults who are looking to make positive changes in their lives and are ready to heal from a variety of issues, including trauma exposure, PTSD, depression, anxiety, or family and relational issues. I think the relationship between therapist and client is the basis for healing and progress in therapy. I am trained in EMDR and TF-CBT to help people address trauma...
