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 regret that at the moment I'm unable to accept new clients.************ You may be in the middle of a difficult time. Whether it is grief, anxiety, a major transition, or just life, I believe that there is hope for things to get better. Helping people find ways to change and grow is my passion. I am a fully licensed therapist and I have had nine years of experience working with many...
On the outside you've managed to hold it together, but on the inside you are just freaking exhausted. You'd give anything for just one. calm. day. Things are getting out of control, and you're not sure where to turn to next. You've read the blogs and the books, you've Googled it, you've talked to your doctor, you got your neighbor's advice... but it's just not working. It's so hard to watch the...
I am a dedicated and passionate therapist who specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression and trauma in children, teens and adults. I also work with individuals experiencing new life stages or adjustment-related challenges (e.g., coping with divorce, moving, college, job transitions, and/or relationships). In treatment I aim to create a warm, collaborative, and supportive therapy...
At different times in our lives we can reach a point where we face challenges that seem to knock us off our feet. This can be anything from a loss, trauma, a significant life transition, coping with chronic pain, declining health or merely adjusting to a new role (spouse, parent, caregiver, career change). Sometimes it is an expectation that we had that did not turn out the way we anticipated....
I have over thirty years of experience as a psychotherapist. I enjoy working with all age groups, including children, adolescents and adults. I provide a safe space to talk openly about your problems, reveal deep fears, identify your strengths, and discover new ways to cope with challenging situations. I help individuals become more self-confident and enjoy more satisfying and productive lives....
Are you struggling to enjoy life these days? Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed or anxious by the state of the world or by what's happening in your inner circle. Maybe you're a new parent & it feels really hard to figure it all out. Whatever it is, I'm here to support you on your journey to feeling better. I make it a priority to acknowledge the strengths & resiliencies you already have &...
I believe as humans, our journeys are each unique and important. I value the individuality of my clients and their stories, and I make it a priority to provide a safe, welcoming place to talk about one’s struggles and goals, and explore how to achieve them. My goal is to foster an open, warm, and honest relationship where we can work together to get the most out of therapy. I love working with ...
I was born and raised in Chicago, IL and completed my Master’s in Counseling Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Having worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings, I have aided children, teens, young adults, and their families through a plethora of life events. Through my work, I have grown to recognize the challenges that come when individuals or those close to t...
First of all, I would like to commend you on taking this step to seek help and support. You are the expert in your life and you know now is the time. I feel there are concrete skills all of us can benefit from to think and feel more positively. I also feel there is power in telling one's story and am thankful to all of my clients willing to share theirs with me. I do not adhere to a one-size fi...
If you feel you're too busy or too stuck, too sad or too fearful, too tired or too wired, or too much of anything, we'd like to help you continue in your process of growth and fulfillment. We serve professional adults and university students who would benefit from an optimized, tailored combination of individual and group therapy, both live and via text/audio/video messages. We're creative,...
I, along with everyone at Center for Assessment and Treatment, hope to help those who are among the most in need, regardless of income, background, or past history. We offer comprehensive assessment, psychotherapy, in addition to medication evaluation and management. I have completed specific training for working with Transgender and other LGBTQ-identified people, and approach all my clients in...
Ali is a licensed professional counselor who is also a certified school counselor for grades K-12. Ali specializes in working with children and teens who are having a hard time dealing with and managing their emotions. Ali also works with the adult population to assist with managing a variety of mental health needs such as depression, anxiety and stress. Concerns with just not feeling like...
Relationships are complicated and often bring emotional pain, loneliness, anxiety, and discouragement. Committing to someone requires courage and strength. I work with couples, families, and individuals applying the principles of EFT which is a research-based treatment for clients seeking emotional connection and fulfillment in relationships. EFT helps clients understand the interactional patte...
Life’s journey is long and it can be bumpy. Sometimes we just need someone to talk to. At LifeWorks Counseling Center in Pottstown, PA, we are here to help! We help clients thrive throughout all stages of life to and live with confidence. Lorraine Donnelly, LPC, and Shirley Zagorski, LCSW, deliver high quality psychotherapy services and education to children, adolescents, and adults. We also of...
