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
A native of County Cork in Ireland, my journey has led me to establish my home here in New York. I'm a licensed mental health counselor and certified substance abuse counselor. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, personality disorders, anger management, Substance Abuse, PTSD, trauma, Grief and loss. I offer Individual, Couples, and Family counseling. Clinica...
Greetings! I am a Depth Psychotherapist using a Humanistic, empathetic, Self-Psychology style of counseling to empower you to reach your desired emotional, psychological and spiritual growth/development. I treat children, adolescents, families, couples, adults and LGBTQ+ individuals. I often work with people of diverse backgrounds, offering sensitivity and understanding for the complexity of th...
Does your child struggle with stress and anxiety? Is it difficult for him or her to make positive choices, manage emotions or perform in school? Teenagers and young adults face unique challenges in life, and it can be very overwhelming for them and you, the parent. I work with adolescents and young adults, ages 12-25, to help them understand stress and anxiety. We work together to overcome thei...
Rethink, Reframe, Realign, Recover. Do you feel as if your life is a sandcastle with the water always threatening to wash it out to sea? I work with clients to explore how unresolved issues from the past impact the present. In an open and safe environment, we explore authentic feelings and lost aspects of self often censored in general society, toward greater personal insight, growth, and chang...
Your life challenges do not get better by chance, they get better by change. Allow me to support you in that change process. I am a licensed Social Worker and therapist with over 25 years of experience providing individual and family therapy with adults and families. My goal is to provide a warm, caring, non-judgmental environment, one which values your religious beliefs and cultural diversity,...
We help people who feel dissatisfied with their relationships feel connected and loving again. Whether you need more connection, better communication, a way to resolve conflicts, or enjoy a better sex life; couples counseling can make a huge difference. We use the proven Gottman Method Therapy so that you have tools that you can take with you. You will practice new ways of truly hearing each...
Trauma & anxiety sabotage our resolve for healthy changes: to our relationships, bodies, careers, and lifestyle. They rob us of laughter, damage our relationships, and shake our confidence. W/ solid therapeutic support, Somatic Experiencing (SE), & mindfulness, the impact of trauma is lessened, even silenced, while resilience increases! We work to find your inner wisdom as it shines light on th...
I provide effective, age-appropriate individualized therapeutic care. Treating a number of mental health disorders utilizing various evidence-based treatment modalities to individuals ages 4+ or families. It is my privilege to walk alongside you as you gain new perspective & insight in overcoming what you are facing. My true honor is to be a part of your healing & restoration. For clients desir...
Although you may be feeling depressed, overwhelmed, hopeless, frustrated, or even angry, it is my hope that we can work together as a team to achieve a more happy and healthy life. My goal is to create a comfortable environment which will allow us to address the challenges you are facing, and help get you closer to the life you want. I recognize that each individual is unique with different...
Life sometimes gets in the way of living our lives to the fullest. With changes in family situations, behavior, loss and pain, it can be difficult finding hope and the confidence to face these daily challenges. Children and teens sometimes are unable to identify their feelings appropriately and suffer without understanding. Children communicate through play and through play therapy the client i...
Accepting New Clients! You have one life to live and deserve to invest in you. We are here to help you on your journey to becoming your best version of yourself. Whether for your own sake, or to better yourself for the many roles in your life - partner, parent, son, daughter, co-worker, friend, global community member. When you make a positive change in yourself, the waves of those changes can ...
My style of therapy focuses on building a deep and meaningful relationship with my clients and utilizes a strength based model to empower them to continually become better versions of themselves. Our thoughts, feelings, and memories have the ability to take us into the past and future, and out of our present lives! Lets talk about what you truly value and figure out how to get you back in touch...
Relationships move us, give us life, and can even suck the life out of us. We were made for them. That is why I specialize in them -- relationships with friends, family, colleagues, ourselves, our higher power. Properly realigning these problematic, strained, estranged relationships transforms your suffering into purposeful, worthwhile living. Ultimately your fullest life is my goal as your...
I've always wanted to incorporate animals into therapeutic activities. My family has 4 dogs and 2 cats, all rescues. I volunteer at APS of Durham and excited about bringing my love for counseling and animals together. Animal assisted therapy is generally with the therapist's personal animal, but we can meet in your home and have your pet with you if that's more comfortable. If you're considerin...
It can be a difficult decision to talk to someone about your problems. I can help people understand their relationships with others and cope with challenges in their lives. I believe that we have solutions to help ourselves and we need to find ways to discover them. I have experience working with children, adolescents, couples, and families aged from 5 to 80. My primary focuses are anxiety,...
