Parenting

I help parents in understanding where their own history and perspective merges with that of their child. In doing so, we can create a more harmonious environment for the family. I also work with parents whom parenting has been challenging, and who need individual work on processing their own needs and space for their own mental health. I also work with couples who need assistance in combining parenting strategies, communication differences, and creating a solid parenting unit.

In my work with Single Mothers By Choice (SMBC) and new/expecting parents I offer a space where these individuals and couples can explore what it means to take on this new role. Together we will identify what being a parent means to you, finding ways to help you navigate the ups and downs of parenthood. I also provide grief counseling for parents who have experienced perinatal loss. Mourning the loss of a child is a tragic experience. Together we will find ways to help you heal.

It was my passion in learning about how children develop that led me to the field of psychology. Prior to becoming a therapist, I received my bachelor's degree in Child Development and Adolescent studies. This has helped me support children and parents alike with my foundational knowledge of understanding children and how the family influences a child’s development. I also teach and guide parents in building attachment, to help build trust between them and their child.

I believe we live in a society that is unsupportive- and sometimes openly hostile- to parents and the seismic identity shifts that come with entering parenthood. Internally, we have so much pressure to do it perfectly. I am here to help you find and ethos to parenting that is authentic and rewarding, and balance your parenthood and the rest of your life in a way you can be proud of.

I am dedicated to helping parents foster nurturing relationships with their children while also caring for their own well-being. In my practice, I have worked closely with parents facing a range of challenges, including those related to raising children with disabilities. My training equips me to provide tailored support, whether you're navigating special education systems, managing family dynamics, or seeking to strengthen your parenting skills.

I have years of experience working with young children and families. This includes working with parents to identify and uncover their own painful childhood experiences that are informing their parenting. I am open to parent-child sessions as well as parent coaching. I received training with parent-child interaction therapy, beyond behaviors, and mindfulness self-compassion for parents.

I specialize in parenting and parent child relationships. My goal is to help you, as a parent, deeply connect and attune to your child so your child feels more secure and act out less. I can teach you techniques for managing your child's behavior, and also do deeper work with you to understand what drives your child's behavior.

Parenting is the hardest job there is and we could all use a little support. I provide parent coaching alone and as part of required treatment for parents of minor clients I see. I also work as a coparenting counselor to help parents navigate coparenting during and after divorce.

When treating children, I primarily use a family-based approach and particularly enjoy working with families to help them find ways to more positively interact with their children as well as effectively manage and nurture behavior.

Parenting is the hardest role that we can never adequately prepare for. I've spent the last 7 years working with parents/families to help them understand how they got to where they are so they can build the skills to venture down a better path. I teach from an attachment/peaceful parenting perspective as I feel that much of "mainstream" parenting leads to disconnect, emotional dysfunction and covert violence. We tend to repeat what we know until we know better.

As a Therapist, Certified Master Jungian Life Coach, and a Certified Trauma-Informed Breathwork Facilitator, I work with parents to release old patterns, overwhelm, guilt, anger, & fear of not parenting correctly. Grow beyond your parental identity, and step into a new vision of parenthood that feels aligned with your unique energy and gifts. Move into self-love, forgiveness, and confidence, as you shine and radiate your inner light - knowing deep within that you are an amazing parent!

Helping parents develop and implement strategies to address challenges that arise throughout childrearing; managing stress and increasing support

I have experience working with families whose children were at risk of removal from the home. I am adept at navigating the family court system and providing both clinical and practical solutions to improve co-parenting even in the most contentious of circumstances.

I support parents from pregnancy through postpartum to teen parenting. My approach addresses the emotional and psychological challenges of each stage, including anxiety, depression, and parenting stress. I help parents develop effective communication and coping strategies, manage stress, and build strong, nurturing relationships with their children.

I worked with a multitude of parents in the public school setting for 8 years as a School Social Worker and Behavior Interventionist.

I am most passionate about working with parents, those involved in the child welfare system, and youth who have experienced trauma.

Parenting children can be a rewarding part of life. As most parents know, it can also be extremely challenging. And, with so much (often contradictory) information out there about how to parent “right”, it can be difficult to feel confident in your choices. This can be compounded when you and your partner disagree on parenting decisions or when you are facing additional hurdles like financial difficulties, divorce, mental illness, death or a child with special medical or developmental needs.

Raising our children carries an immense weight of responsibility, with far-reaching implications for their future. As parents, we play a pivotal role in shaping their identities and influencing their interactions with the world. I firmly hold the belief that children require a nurturing environment where they can authentically express themselves within healthy boundaries. By fostering a secure attachment during their early years, we empower them to grow into independent, self-assured adults.