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
I have created A Space to Breathe to provide a calm and safe environment for healing and growth. My greatest joy is getting to know you and building the therapeutic relationship. Together we will set goals, unpack the baggage that is weighing you down and build a future that you may have thought was impossible. No matter how recent or old the trauma, how deep the wounds, how complex life has...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have a certification in Palliative and End of Life care. I am also a certified Grief Counselor with extensive experience working adults, teenagers, elderly, children, couples, and families. I specialize in eating disorders, grief, pain management, chronic disease, addictions, infertility and pregnancy loss, cancer, anxiety, sexuality, life transitions,...
Due to COVID-19 I am now providing Telehealth (online) Services as a way to safely provide therapy! As an Art Therapist and Counselor I am passionate about providing a safe and creative space for the session. It can be daunting to start the process of getting help, although, art making in therapy can help ease this transition. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages. I have worked with...
I work with individuals, couples, families and children. I work in an empathetic, collaborative, and thoughtful way with each individual or family unit. I believe each case is different so I bring different tools for each one. I believe in being an helper and want to help everyone reach their goals. I want to be able to work together so please ask any questions you may have....
Choosing a therapist feels overwhelming, the right connection can change your whole experience. Whether you’ve been in therapy before or it’s your first time, taking the steps to get started is the hardest part. Daily life can be challenging and stressful. Managing daily responsibilities, work, significant others/family/friends; on top of stress of anxiety, that sometimes comes out of no where,...
Pregnancy and childbirth can be thrilling, it can also be a time of stress, anxiety, depression, fear, and panic. The journey of motherhood is beautiful but scary, and often challenging. Motherhood can bring up many unexpected feelings of grief, shame, and resentment that can be difficult to navigate on our own. Reaching for the support of a therapist can help you to move through difficult seas...
It gets easier from here... You've already taken the biggest step, which is deciding something needs to change. From here, I'll help you focus on identifying and prioritizing what needs to be addressed, give you tools you can use start using after our first session together, and act as your source of accountability and encouragement as you move forward. All of this done with the highest levels ...
Do you suffer from anxiety, work stress and panic attacks? Trama and disasters are difficult but can be resolved. I have 20 years of experience working with individuals and families. I specialize working with anxiety and panic attacks. I also work with trauma and persons who have experienced disasters. Also, I help persons who experience work stress. I listen to you in a caring and supportive w...
Do you experience anxiety, depression or negative self-esteem? Are you stuck in relationship patterns that leave you feeling hurt, isolated and emotionally drained? Are you ready to change the patterns that keep you stuck and reconnect with yourself? I'm a licensed psychologist specializing in both trauma and eating disorders. I use evidence-based approaches, including Dialectical Behavior Ther...
My ideal clients are engaged and willing to take the high road to achieve their long-term goals—those who are seeking concrete guidance because they are overwhelmed by family tensions or the concept and logistics of the divorce process. Clients who experience high-conflict relationships will benefit from my extensive experience in communication skills. They are looking for a strong, empathetic,...
To those seeking therapy during the Covid-19 outbreak, I am providing FaceTime or Zoom sessions. Currently I am not seeing clients in office until risk of infection is minimized due to vulnerable family members. I will reassess this in the months to come as the infection rate in the country decreases or a vaccine becomes available. (Updated 08/21/20) In my practice, I work with an eclectic...
Mary received her Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from Adler University and her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Franciscan University of Steubenville. Mary has over seven years of experience providing mental health services and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia. Mary works with individuals aged 12-95+ as well as couples and families. Mary has worked in a variety of...
I have experience working with a variety of struggles such as trauma and abuse, anxiety, adjustment/transitions in life, attachment between child and parent(s), infertility/women’s difficulties, depression and relational difficulties within families and/or couples. I am honored when I am chosen to help you and or your family collaborate on goals and working on ways of overcoming these difficult...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Professional School Counselor, on a mission to support and collaborate with you on your journey to wellness. The common issues that I work with are adolescent issues, parenting, women's issues, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and sports performance issues. I see counseling as a process in which you, the client, and I, the LPC, build a positi...
I have experience working with children, teens, families, and adults in a broad range of therapeutic contexts. I have engaged with clients in outpatient therapy, wilderness behavioral programs, hospitals, shelters, and residential treatment centers. I utilize a variety of approaches to support my clients in living lives aligned with their goals and values. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therap...
