Are You Struggling With Parenting?

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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

My clients are often very high-functioning people who have held it together on the outside, while suffering internally for far too long. Many people believe that "trauma" has to be something extreme, and I often hear clients say, "My trauma isn't as bad as..." For the purposes of treatment, trauma is simply something that has happened to you that has changed the way you see the world. My clinic...
My clients are seeking more in life. Their internal compass has led them to seek counseling services, and I am an honored and humbled passenger on their therapy journey. I have experience being both the client and the therapist. My diverse life experiences make me an invaluable resource in your therapy journey. I approach each client with compassion and respect. I aim to help everyone gain...

Melissa Goldberg

New York

New York

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR WEEKEND HOURS* I believe that therapy should provide a space for exploration - free of judgement, criticism, and expectations - and is most successful when built on a trusting and collaborative relationship. I firmly believe that you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to support you in seeking the solutions to your unique struggles. I practice Cognitive...
I strive to provide therapy with the qualities I would want as a client: the ability to provide space to feel comfortable and supported, cultivate mutual respect, suspend judgement while walking side by side through dark moments, and share honest and compassionate feedback. I aim to listen and point out areas of your story that are important to be attentive to. In fact, as your therapist it is ...

Alexis Samelson

Brooklyn

New York

I believe psychotherapy offers a unique opportunity to be deeply known and understood. By talking with a compassionate and fully engaged therapist about our lives, we develop insights that can be difficult to reach on our own. The self-understanding that grows from this process helps us gain relief from emotional turmoil, change restrictive patterns, and create more fulfilling lives. I work wit...
I am passionate about mental health. My favorite thing about being a therapist is the relief I see in clients’ eyes when they overcome challenges and find peace. When you seek therapy, you are making a courageous investment in your well-being. I work within the framework of your values and goals to help you find that relief and peace. I especially enjoy working with children, teens, and young...

Hannah Dailey

Chicago

Illinois

The need for connection and understanding are integral to the human experience. With this belief I serve individuals, couples, and families using a systemic and multicultural framework. The foundation of my work is honing in on the inherent capability of my clients in order to reach their goals and develop a life that best serves them. My interest and experience is in providing treatment for...
I am so glad that you are looking to feel better, understand yourself and improve your life. Therapy is an amazing journey that can help you with many areas of life that may feel overwhelming and unchangeable. I have a passion for helping others and find joy in the work I do. I would be honored to be with you on this journey. I have been practicing in the field for 15+ years, working with child...
****Currently accepting clients for Telehealth Therapy.**** Welcome! Having someone listen to you, without judging or minimizing what you feel and think is so important. Together, we can help you gain clarity, set goals, and take steps toward healing. I provide a safe space in my practice to allow for all stages of self-discovery and wellness for you or your family. Reaching out for help can be...

Carrie Killinger

Spokane

Washington

Thank you for considering me as a safe and trusted person to walk alongside you in your journey. I am here for you, to create a judgment free space for personal exploration and growth. Working together we can build strength to face painful truths that are hurting you and your relationship. We can work to give you freedom to see yourself and find the happiness you deserve. I offer individual and...
Transitions, welcomed or not, can be disruptive. As adults, we may find life stages, divorce/marriage/births or career changes challenging to navigate. Adolescents can struggle with family dynamics, self-esteem, social/academic pressures, as well as adjusting to their emotional and developmental changes. To me, the most important work is helping others improve the level of connection to themsel...

Shanley Melody

Reno

Nevada

For most of my life I have been told that others feel open and safe talking with me about their day to day struggles. This ongoing narrative, coupled with my work as a nanny with kiddos with developmental challenges led to my career path as a therapist. I find it fulfilling to work with people from a variety of backgrounds, including kids, teens and grown ups and especially with individuals...
I work from an object relations perspective and draw from a variety of therapies including but not limited to narrative, solution-focused, experiential, and cognitive-behavioral. I work with individuals, couples, and families to decisively identify and treat anxiety disorders, codependency, depression, grief and loss, and marital/other relational issues. I welcome any questions you have about m...
My goal is to help my clients find balance, peace, and happiness. I have extensive training to treat depression (including self-harm, suicide ideation, thoughts, and attempts), anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and behavior issues. I also have studied attachment disorders, Love and Logic Parenting, and bullying in children and adolescents, though I do not have any additional...