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
Transform your life. Stop the struggle. Manage your stress, grief, anxiety, depression, loneliness and fear. Discover love, hope, peace, and inner strengths and resources to achieve the life you desire and deserve. A U of P PhD, an APRN and over 30 years experience allows an emotional, psychological, physical, social and interpersonal, integrative approach to therapy. Combining traditional...
Seeking counseling is your first step towards healing and I am here to support you on that journey. My name is Jaime Williamson and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I earned my Master of Social Work degree in 2009 from Dominican University School of Social Work and have enjoyed working with individuals in community and hospital-based settings for over ten years. Are you feeling overwhelm...
Taking the step to call a therapist can feel intimidating. It can be scary becoming so vulnerable with someone you don't know. I strive to create and maintain a relaxed, supportive and honest therapeutic relationship. One where you can feel comfortable discussing any aspect of your life that "doesn't feel right." Without a mutually respectful and positive connection, therapy will often be...
I am a Master's level trained clinician with an MSW from the Columbia University School of Social Work. Over the last 30 years, I have worked on Maternal High Risk and Newborn Intensive Care Units, as well as both Inpatient and Outpatient Behavioral Health settings. Areas of expertise include Women's Issues, Adolescents and Adult Mood Disorders. However, I am experienced in treating a broad arr...
Do you identify as LGBTQI? Is your relationship or family struggling? Do you have a child or family member who has recently come out? I would like to support you in looking at the concerns that are renting space in your thoughts and spirit. I am comfortable assisting with individual or couples work, child or adult, parenting, family struggles, anxiety/depression, gender identity/fluidity, and...
Are you having difficulty navigating through the Coronavirus? Are you overwhelmed? Has your anxiety increased? Let me help you restore balance in your in your life. I am professionally committed to inspiring hope and empowering change in my clients. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders, grief/trauma, divorce/separation, parent/child relationships, depression, gender identitiy, and...
Welcome! I am a patient and supportive therapist who customizes therapy to suit your needs to promote healing, self-discovery, personal and professional development. As a trauma-informed social work practitioner; I have 18 years of experience as a therapist, trainer, educator and inspirational speaker. My clients (youth, adults and couples) are everyday people: entrepreneurs, educators,...
At Next Generation, therapy is provided by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). We are flexible in our availability as well as in the approach used to provide services. We understand that "sit and talk therapy" is not effective for everyone. Clients are met where they are by being provided services in a way that is comfortable for them. Let's work together to end generational curses by mak...
****Currently not available for new clients****Maintaining and creating healthy relationships is hard work- I get it. Especially when you add major life adjustments like becoming a new parent, dealing with a medical diagnosis, or a change in career to the equation. My clients feel overwhelmed, worried their feelings aren't "normal." Some of my clients self-medicate with substances and are tired...
Do you want your family to feel more connected? Are you concerned about your child's anger or your teen's anxiety? Does your child struggle in family and peer relationships? Has your child started asking questions about his/her adoption story and you're unsure how to share difficult information? Is it challenging to bond with your child? I provide adoption competent therapy to help your child o...
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Seeking counseling is often a difficult choice because it means you have to accept and face the problems in your life. These problems can range from life changes, trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, or many others. As a clinician, my belief is that every person is the expert of their own life, but sometimes can't see how to resolve their issues. My focus in session is t...
You feel like you're barely hanging in there. Like you've lost your way, or maybe even yourself. You just can't seem to get back on solid footing-emotionally OR mentally. You’ve tried your usual tips and tricks to feel better, but they’ve barely moved the needle. Your brain feels like it's not your friend and it's tough to find happiness in the things that usually bring you joy. Your confidence...
Compassion is a human instinct. Compassion creates connection. Humans need and deserve healthy, loving, and meaningful connection. If we are able to identify our unique values, and what drives our needs, we can create a life full of contentment, connection, and meaning. As a licensed professional counselor and art therapist, I can help guide you toward your goals using both verbal and non-verba...
Is your partner worried about your drinking or marijuana use? Do your friends say you can’t handle your alcohol? Are you worried about your teen’s substance use and wondering if it’s “normal”? Are you in recovery and needing to reestablish your role in the family? Are you experiencing a life stressor and need additional support? These situations occur more often than one might think. If you...
