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
Many of us have experienced, will experience, or are currently experiencing emotional pain caused by an experience of some kind in life. Consequently, painful experiences such as heartbreak, illness, divorce, rape, addiction, incarceration, and loss, to name a few, have a way of shaping the way we see ourselves, others, and the world. You are not alone! Together, we can explore your feelings an...
You are way more resilient than you may think! Let me help you through the process of change…whether you are (a couple) adjusting to a new chapter in your life, or going through a challenging time, my services can help you by providing a safe space where you can sort through your thoughts & feelings. Talking out loud about what is going on in your mind, even if you do not think it makes any sen...
My scope of practice includes a wide range of clients. I have worked with children, adolescents, families, groups and adults with various issues that include (but are not limited to) ADHD / ADD, Abuse / Neglect, Parenting Issues, Generalized Anxiety, Major Depression, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Bipolar I and Bipolar II, Oppositional Behaviors, Personality Disorders, Grief, etc.. I combine various...
Whether you are experiencing a major life transition or looking to fine-tune your daily life, I believe counseling and art therapy are effective tools to help you move through your life more skillfully and with greater zest. The therapeutic relationship we will form creates a space where you can explore your life with greater curiosity, hope and accountability than you may be able to on your ow...
Bruce D. Perry stated, ""Relationships are the agents of change and the most powerful therapy is human love." In family systems therapy, familial relationships, patterns, communication, and behaviors are examined within and beyond the therapy session, allowing for assessment, observation, and guidance around how certain behaviors could be impacting your family or organization, and how your...
I work with adolescents and adults. I have experience working with clients that are struggling with anxiety, depression, women’s issues, sexuality issues, marriage issues, grief, existential issues, and trauma. Prior to beginning my own private practice, I worked with mental health agencies, residential treatment centers, and various local schools to provide counseling services to those in need...
The ideal client wants to make change happen for themselves. They have concerns about their feelings and interactions with others and how to make improvements to daily life. I am a school psychologist and a licensed psychologist. I've spent many years working within the public, private, and charter schools, as well as preschools, community agencies and wraparound agencies. I've worked with...
My name is Amanda Essinger and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I work for Family Connection 2, LLC under Dr. Katafiasz, IMFT-S. I specialize in working with families and couples as well as individuals, adolescents, and children. I enjoy practicing experiential types of therapy that encourage prosocial expression of the authentic self. I have...
Dr. Nikzad-Terhune is a licensed clinical social worker who holds a doctorate in gerontology from the University of Kentucky. Her primary focus is working with adults and couples in the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relational problems, grief, trauma and issues related to aging and dementia caregiving. She is an instructor at the University of Kentucky and has published in...
Is your child experiencing anxiety and uncertainty with all of the big changes happening due to current events? Has the transition from being in school to being stuck at home all day been overwhelming for you or your child? Call for a free 10-minute consultation to learn about teletherapy and determine if I am a good fit for your family. I specialize in treating children with developmental...
Kelly Sherlock-Coffee is a licensed marriage and family therapist. She holds a bachelor's degree in family studies from the University of Kentucky and a master’s degree in social work with a specialization in marriage and family therapy from the University of Louisville. She enjoys working with middle school aged clients through adulthood on issues including anxiety, depression and anger....
It can be both rewarding and vulnerable to begin or continue therapy: I create a warm, non-judgmental space for reworking old patterns that may not serve you anymore. Life experiences, environment, circumstances, and cultural systems of power all shape our understanding of ourselves, of others, and of the world around us. Together we can explore what matters to you most, where you may feel stuc...
Do you feel overwhelmed by life's struggles? Are you depressed, anxious, or recovering from a traumatic event? You are not alone! Rachel is an expert in working with tweens, teens, adults, and families to find a way to make day to day life more manageable. Rachel has spent extensive time training and specializing in trauma. Rachel is also regularly adding to her training in trauma treatment....
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, mood changes or stress? Are you ready to stop living this way and feel better? Together we will help you to see that you have the ability to improve mood, self-esteem, and daily functioning as there is no limit to feeling better. If your goal is to reach your full potential than I am the right person for you! We will focus on cultivating and acquir...
Sometimes life is more difficult than we imagine. Anxiety, depression, relational struggles, trauma, losing a job or a loved one can cause us to become stuck. Engaging in a therapeutic relationship can be a vital step toward healing. I have a heart for walking with people in all walks of their journey and especially those navigating a life crisis. I work with adults, couples and adolescents....
