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 truly believe that all children deserve the opportunity to reach their full potential. When a child is experiencing psychological stress it can have a significant impact on the child as well as on the entire family. Brief child-centered counseling can be the answer for growth, learning, and success. I help children and families develop the tools needed to reduce stress and address the child's...
*I am not taking on new patients at this time*My intention in therapy is to meet the uniqueness of the individual and create a relationship and therapy that supports his or her distinct process. I am an integrative therapist and believe in empowering individuals from the inside out. I blend traditional talk-therapy with body-based interventions and skill-building. My work includes cognitive...
I support you--an adult, a teen, or the child you love--overcome the suffering associated with anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, poor self-regulation, anger management, a negative self-image, lack of motivation, the effect of unresolved past experiences, challenging transitions, living and aging well with or without serious health concerns, and the frustration and hopelessness parents, partners...
Couples counseling is my specialty and what I offer almost exclusively. Whether your relationship is experiencing a major crisis (infidelity or threats of divorce) or whether you just feel stuck and disconnected over a communication issue, I am at home. I've been helping couples re-connect and rediscover that "spark" for over 20 years. My style is warm and engaging and I customize therapy...
Do you hate the idea of being in therapy? Are you cynical, skeptical, or burnt-out... but you know you've got to do *something*? I love working with people who question everything, are feeling “stuck,” or just hate traditional therapy. If you’ve been struggling but don’t quite know how to define “what’s wrong,” our work together can help you clarify the problem, and then find creative approache...
When your child or teen's journey has become more bumpy than expected - sadness, irritability, or worry seem to have moved in without an invitation - a psychologist specializing in child/family therapy might help. Maybe it's friendships that are not taking off or too much stress. Perhaps it's outbursts at home or school. Your family might be going through some big changes and your child doesn't...
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of clinical experience, I bring a compassionate presence to build a partnership for change. Therapy is about understanding. I am committed to a collaborative process of discovery to build upon strengths and transform distress, isolation and fear into resilient action for meeting life's challenges. I focus on resilience and enjoy working wi...
Do you feel you're balancing too many roles? Having trouble adjusting to relationships, parenthood, impending life changes? Are you overwhelmed with work stress or trauma? Do you feel pulled in too many directions? The stress starts to build and self-care has dwindled, maybe you're seeking unhelpful outlets like alcohol, sex, shopping, road rage, avoiding work. You’re afraid of being so straine...
Are you ready to reclaim your wholeness, increase your resilience, and develop life-changing skills you can use on your own? I am a marriage and family therapist and certified art therapist passionate about the integration of mind, body, and spirit in mental health treatment. I believe in honoring the uniqueness of each person by tailoring treatment to meet YOUR specific needs. My approach is...
Does it feel like you are surrounded by darkness? Perhaps you've experienced the death of someone close to you. Or perhaps you're facing a life-threatening illness, or anxiety is keeping you stuck in an unsatisfying lifestyle. My goal is to help you find peace and purpose in every possible life transition and challenge. I want to work with you to uncover any negative patterns that may be gettin...
All support at Relational Wellness is provided with a therapeutic focus on the relationship. Whether it's a new parent/caregiver or an individual, support and treatment is based on what you are needing. Life is challenging right now for a multitude of reasons and you do not have to go through it alone. For young children I use various forms of play therapy to support them and their families in...
I appreciate, and am often profoundly moved by, the courage people bring to the work of therapy. I strive to honor your commitment by creating a safe and supportive environment that will allow you to learn ways to help alleviate your symptoms and move towards your goals. I see people with a variety of concerns: such as chronic sadness, anxiety, conflict in relationships, loss, life transitions,...
Do you fear the world? Does sadness overwhelm you? Are you anxious all the time and can't sleep at night? Is any of this getting in the way of achieving your dreams? There's a way to achieve a balanced mind and renewed spirit where you can live the life you want. And getting there is just around the corner if you have the right tools and guidance along the way. My passion is to help people reac...
In response to COVID-19, I am offering brief tele-therapy focusing on stress management during this pandemic. Anxiety and depression are common during this stressful time, but we can meet via phone or video to mitigate the issues specific to current events. Please contact me for more details. Do you get caught in unhealthy repetitive cycles? Anxiety loops or the same relationship mistakes over ...
Women's Mental Health. I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor practicing in the Burlington area, with over 20 years of experience working with youth and adults in community mental health. I work with women ages 16 and up who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss and relationship conflicts. I believe that every individual has the capacity for happiness and health, and I...
