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
Personal experience and science attest the body tends toward wellness, both mentally and physically. Of course, it's also evident life can disrupt that balance in ways that challenge and overwhelm us. My approach to mental health is positive, holistic, viewing individuals as a whole with their strengths that are as much a reality as any emotional distress they may suffer. By utilizing these...
In order for therapy to work, you first have to feel completely safe and understood. With that in mind, I approach my practice with empathy and a sense of humor, always aiming to foster a warm, non-judgmental connection from which real introspection and growth can begin. Becoming acquainted with your innermost emotions and drives–truly looking inward and starting to connect the dots between pa...
Do you feel like life is much harder than it needs to be? Do you feel like no one understands what you are going through? You're ready for something different and to feel like you're back in control. At the end of the day, you just want to feel better. You’ve probably tried lots of things that haven’t worked, so it might be hard to imagine that things can be better. I am here to help you with...
I’m an adoption-competent therapist with the Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.). I provide services to young people and adults impacted by adoption. Children, teens and families face unique emotional and behavioral challenges that stem from pre- and post-adoption experiences. With early intervention, they can address and overcome these challenges. As an adoption-competent...
Life can give us challenges that can feel overwhelming. Reaching out for help can be the most difficult step. If you are struggling, I can help. My name is JT Tomy and I work with individuals, couples and families to promote healing, positive change and personal growth. I provide a nonjudgmental, warm, caring, and safe atmosphere combined with a kind, compassionate and direct approach. I can he...
***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Sometimes our lives can feel like an untamed wilderness, we get lost in uncharted territories of anxiety, depression, conflict or feeling “stuck” with our partner, feelings of low self-worth, trauma, and so many others. As your therapist, I am committed to braving that wilderness with you as we explore new pathways together to discover your best life possible!...
At times we have experienced difficulties; I believe remaining positive helps us through those times. I enjoy listening to individuals in in order to offer encouragement and solutions. My experiences include working with students in a public school setting, working with hospice as a Companion Sitter, and working with children, youth, and adult survivors of sexual assault. These experiences have...
I value meeting you where you are in the healing process as I believe you are the expert about yourself. I consider therapy to be a way to gain tools that help you reach your goals and be the best version of yourself. I am also passionate about bringing awareness and reducing mental health stigma at the community level, especially in minority communities. I am a therapist who provides both...
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor who has worked in the field of Mental Health and Substance Use disorders for twenty+ years. I am especially concerned for, not only the person who uses, but the people who have been affected by a loved one's behaviors, be it substance use or something else. Often dealing with a loved one's issues can ca...
You are considering divorce and fear how it will affect your children. Or you're divorced and met someone and want to blend your families, but are worried about the difficulties that blending brings. These family transitions are full of significant challenges such as grief over the breakup of the family, confusion over stepparent roles and responsibilities, hostile co-parenting relationships,...
Small group practice specializing in children adolescents and young adults. Provides comprehensive services including individual, family and marital therapy, along with neuropsychological and learning disability evaluations. Have been in practice for over 38 years and offer appointment 7 day a week at a variety of location. Glencoe , Lake Bluff and Lindehurst Illinois...
It requires a lot of strength and courage to ask for help. Reaching out can be scary and unsettling, but you don't have to do it alone. I acknowledge what it took for you to seek help, and want to provide a safe, warm and comfortable environment for you to talk and open up. A strong therapeutic alliance is the key in ensuring honest, open, and constructive communication. In my sessions, I like ...
I work with individual adult/child clients and couples who are facing anxiety, depression, life transitions, loss, trauma, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, and challenges at work or in relationships. I have counseled adults, couples, and groups in community-based and school-based mental health, as well as private practice. I have also conducted in-depth research on trauma, hopelessness, empathy,...
I’m Anthony. I’m happy you took the first—and most difficult—step to improve your life by looking for help! Foremost, know that the COVID-19 epidemic and its impact on your way of life may be addressed in your therapy if needed. On the subject, I am offering video counseling sessions through a dedicated web address that is accessible to anyone with a web browser, any day of the week. If video...
As a therapist I work with you to find a clear path and better sense of self whether you have experienced depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship troubles, trauma, and/or attachment injuries. I work with adolescents, adults, parents, and couples from a contemporary relational depth perspective to help you find your direction and feel less alone. My focus is to help you connect and...
