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 Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor experienced working with adults of all ages. A graduate of the Illinois School of Professional Psychology, I also hold a PhD from Northwestern University in sociology and still find the sociological imagination to be a useful way to look at an individual and their environment. I have been working as a psychotherapist since 1999, working for more t...
I make every effort to meet my clients needs. I work with clients who are in crisis or who need on-going support. You will find that I am an easy person to speak with and give clients caring and creative interventions that work and are effective. If you are interested in therapy that is focused on your concerns and needs, then you will find that in my practice. I will address all of your concer...
With all the responsibilities we have, life can sometimes feel overwhelming. Suddenly our commitments to our families, our friends, and our work no longer bring us joy. We may even feel inadequate or alone. I know that reaching out for support can be terrifying. I also know that you already have strengths. Together, we can figure out how to best use your strengths and skills to bring meaning an...
I am a licensed clinical social worker providing psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and families. If you are feeling overwhelmed, struggling with anxiety, depression or another mood disorder, or want to work through trauma and/or family conflict issues, we can work together to develop healthy coping skills to empower you to move forward in your life. I have experience utilizing evidence-bas...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. I provide individual and family therapy for youth and adults, addressing relationship issues, difficult life transitions, attachment, anxiety, behavioral challenges and mood disorders. I utilize a range of approaches tailored to address the underlying root of the issue and engage the client and (where appropriate) their...
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I am a highly experienced and empathetic licensed professional counselor and licensed independent chemical dependency counselor that offers a holistic therapeutic approach in a straightforward, compassionate, non-judgmental and supportive environment. My approach integrates the mind, body and spirit. I work collaboratively with individuals to discard their unconscious, inauthentic self and move...
PLEASE SPEAK TO ONE OF OUR APPOINTMENT COORDINATORS TO SCHEDULE YOUR FIRST APPOINTMENT***Many of us have gone through experiences that leave us feeling stuck, unmotivated, or without hope. The promise of counseling is that it offers us a framework where insight becomes possible and the opportunity for a relationship that is dedicated to knowing you deeply. In this sense, I believe we are partne...
"Caring for the mind is as important and as crucial as caring for the body. In fact, one cannot be healthy without the other"-Sid Garza-hillman. I truly believe this quote is the most accurate statement. Mental health is just as important as physical health. I have a true passion for helping others. I enjoy being able to see that moment when things come together and start to improve for each of...
I have enjoyed working in the mental health field for nearly 20 years and work with a diverse group of clients, including children, adults, couples, and families. I am a licensed clinical social worker and hold graduate degrees in both Social Work and Psychology. I have experience in helping clients cope with various issues, including mood disorders, panic disorder, stress and anxiety, personal...
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Whether you have experienced the agony of a significant Trauma or the hidden devastation of prolonged emotional trauma, these experiences can lead to fractures in a person's sense of self, adaptive capacity and inner cohesion, often resulting in anxiety, depression, somatic disorders, self-esteem difficulties and interpersonal struggles. Using a blend of different perspectives with empathy and...
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker and a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor with 20 years of experience providing therapeutic services for children and adolescents as well as families and adults of all ages. I am a highly skilled and compassionate therapist who has served a diverse clientele including at-risk youth, military families, adults struggling with depression and anxiety,...
It would be an honor to help you process your experiences and to share useful tools to increase positivity, joy and ease in your life. I am a lifelong learner and enjoy guiding others to live more fulfilling lives. I have a strong background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, Energy Psychology and Meditation training. I also hold a certificate in Integrated Medicine for Menta...
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor. I work with adults, individuals and couples, that want to feel more connected with their inner selves, and want to improve their relationships. I like to help individuals and couples to recognize what is going well in their lives and what are the areas they need to improve. I wi...
