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 am a clinical psychologist with 20 years experience, employed full time as Director of Psychology at a local hospital and as faculty at TMC. If you are feeling stuck, struggling with depression, anxiety, finding/ending a relationship or making yours more satisfying, you've come to the right place! Life's challenges are often hard and many, and no one should go it alone. If you decide to inves...
If you are wanting to increase your self-esteem and stop relying on other people to validate your worth, if you desperately wish you didn't have to rely on drugs or alcohol to medicate your emotional pain or if you are tired of constant conflict in your relationship, then give me a call. In our work together you will be supported, you will be empowered and you will be guided with compassion so...
My therapeutic approach is one of actively engaging with clients, and I use a mix of the most recent literature and evidence-based interventions, collaboration with other providers, and your own goals to develop an effective and meaningful treatment plan. As a client, you can expect sessions to be challenging and engaging. I practice from a place of compassion and believe that anything done in ...
There will always be pain in life but you needn't suffer. You can live a life worth living even as you experience depression, anxiety, negative self evaluation and other psychological symptoms. And you can recover joy and laughter despite mental health issues. Learn practical skills for self regulation and develop mindfulness practices to sustain your ability to be present and effective in your...
Change seems to be a constant for many right now. Transition and change can create struggles and we can navigate those together. I work with adolescents and adults facing issues ranging from depression, anxiety, trauma, attachment, social and relationship struggles, gender identity exploration, life transitions, and more all while maintaining a strengths-based lens. Some clients relish is using...
I have experience working with various cultures and ages, specializing in depression, postpartum issues, bipolar, anxiety, ADHD, and substance abuse. I provide individual and couples therapy. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy. I work with the client, as a team, to achieve their personal goals. I also incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy and other modalities based on the individual...
I am a bilingual licensed psychotherapist, I received my Master's in Clinical Psychology & Counseling at Chestnut Hill College. My professional approach includes a holistic alternative focus in combination with traditional talk therapy. I have been a practicing clinician since 2012. I have experience working with a variety of people facing many different life situations. Typically focusing on t...
I am a licensed clinical social worker who has extensive history in working with adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families. I began clinical career in 1997 working with families and children at a county mental health department. Moved on to work with person who were incarcerated with emotional, mental and mental health challenges. My private practice began in 2006 in Stockton...
Chronic stress, life changes, loss, trauma, illness, or relational problems can cause coping difficulties that impact quality of life. Although time alone can sometimes help, meaningful resolution of the problems and real growth takes place within the context of a supportive relationship. It is within a nurturing relationship that individuals heal and grow. I help my clients resolve emotional a...
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* A strong connection with a therapist is crucial on your journey to healing, so I encourage you to look for a therapist that you like and can relate to. Please contact me for a free 15-minute phone consultation to find out if you and I are a good fit and to see if I can help you with the things that are hurting you or holding you back, Below are some of the concerns that ...
During the pandemic, I am seeing clients online only. My areas of focus are parents/children and women over 40. I meet with parents of young children and I will call on your expertise and skills to collaborate in helping your child with problems such as worry, school anxiety, fears, and friendships. I meet with teens individually to assist them with their specific concerns which may include...
Over the course of an individual's life, new events can lead to a disruption in the ability to effectively cope with stressors that may have once been handled effectively. As such, my professional focus is on helping clients who have been through a traumatic/stressful event heal more effectively so that they may resume their lives in a healthier and happier manner. I work primarily from a...
Sometimes, life is just hard. If you need someone to step in and walk alongside you, this is what I can do. I believe life is like a book and you are the author. You have the power to write your own story. Whether you are dealing with tough circumstances, feelings of loneliness or just needing some strategies to work through a life transition, I am an open-minded and experienced therapist who...
I am currently NOT taking new clients. I love working with clients who are having difficulty with a variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, domestic violence, marital conflict, family conflict, substance use issues and grief. I provide services tailored to your individual needs. I do not implement a one size fits all approach. Each person may have different style...
Are you feeling stuck, lost, overwhelmed, scared, in pain, in conflict? Perhaps you're a couple who've lost your connection, you're arguing all the time, or feeling betrayed or let down. I have helped many couples find the love, trust, respect and affection they used to share, and build a stronger, healthier foundation on which to continue growing. Perhaps you're an individual in crisis, or in ...
