Parenting Therapists in St Joseph County, IN
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Jody Lillich Hughes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSEd
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46601
Waitlist for new clients
Wait list until July 1. Seeing a therapist is as simple as sitting down and talking about what is going on in a safe, confidential and totally non-judgmental setting. My areas of expertise: - children/adolescents (ages 8-18) - adults (ages 18 and up) - family/couples therapy (incl. alternative lifestyle issues) - parenting issues (incl. divorce, step parenting) - anxiety/fear/mood disorders I take most insurance and have sliding-fee scale. "A journey of a thousand miles, I begins with a single step..." Lao Tsu.
Wait list until July 1. Seeing a therapist is as simple as sitting down and talking about what is going on in a safe, confidential and totally non-judgmental setting. My areas of expertise: - children/adolescents (ages 8-18) - adults (ages 18 and up) - family/couples therapy (incl. alternative lifestyle issues) - parenting issues (incl. divorce, step parenting) - anxiety/fear/mood disorders I take most insurance and have sliding-fee scale. "A journey of a thousand miles, I begins with a single step..." Lao Tsu.
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Molly Schaar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LLMFT
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46637 (Online Only)
Neuroscience, contextual therapy, EFT, addiction recovery, anxiety, depression, marital issues, divorce, mediation, relationship issues, family issues, trauma, PTSD, ACEs, anger management, co-parenting, blended family, stepfamily.
Molly Schaar is a Marriage and Family Therapist (LLMFT). Molly is a 4.0 Graduate Student of Northcentral University and a Delta Kappa in the International Marriage and Family Therapy Honor Society, as well as a professional member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. She is focused on neuroscience, contextual therapy balancing, and addiction recovery interventions and specializes in marriage therapy, individual therapy, depression/anxiety, addiction recovery, and trauma. Molly has thousands of clinical hours logged in both private practice and acute care settings.
Neuroscience, contextual therapy, EFT, addiction recovery, anxiety, depression, marital issues, divorce, mediation, relationship issues, family issues, trauma, PTSD, ACEs, anger management, co-parenting, blended family, stepfamily.
Molly Schaar is a Marriage and Family Therapist (LLMFT). Molly is a 4.0 Graduate Student of Northcentral University and a Delta Kappa in the International Marriage and Family Therapy Honor Society, as well as a professional member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. She is focused on neuroscience, contextual therapy balancing, and addiction recovery interventions and specializes in marriage therapy, individual therapy, depression/anxiety, addiction recovery, and trauma. Molly has thousands of clinical hours logged in both private practice and acute care settings.
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Elise Beech
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Bend, IN 46617 (Online Only)
When life pushes you to seek professional support, applaud yourself for taking a step to better your well-being. I bring experience with empowering individuals to manage anxiety, relationship hurdles and parenting challenges. My approach is rooted in empathy and evidence-based practices, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their concerns. Whether you're navigating dating/family/work relationship challenges, seeking parenting strategies, or seeking personal growth in managing anger/whirlwind emotions, I am here to help.
When life pushes you to seek professional support, applaud yourself for taking a step to better your well-being. I bring experience with empowering individuals to manage anxiety, relationship hurdles and parenting challenges. My approach is rooted in empathy and evidence-based practices, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their concerns. Whether you're navigating dating/family/work relationship challenges, seeking parenting strategies, or seeking personal growth in managing anger/whirlwind emotions, I am here to help.
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I provide mediation in family matters of custody, parenting time, and divorce.
You have choices, and sometimes all the choices suck. They just do. I help you find your way through the choices. I believe you matter, and your feelings matter. You don't matter more than anyone else, but you certainly don't matter less! I work hard to understand what you're experiencing. I have a direct style of communicating, so you will know what I believe. While counseling isn't inherently fast, I won't waste your time. You can read more about my style at www.KatherineGuy.com.
I provide mediation in family matters of custody, parenting time, and divorce.
You have choices, and sometimes all the choices suck. They just do. I help you find your way through the choices. I believe you matter, and your feelings matter. You don't matter more than anyone else, but you certainly don't matter less! I work hard to understand what you're experiencing. I have a direct style of communicating, so you will know what I believe. While counseling isn't inherently fast, I won't waste your time. You can read more about my style at www.KatherineGuy.com.
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My areas of specialty are divorce, trauma/religious trauma, relationships/attachment, parenting, life transitions, and self-worth/identity.
If you're feeling lost, uncertain, overwhelmed, or down, you're in the right place. Therapy offers space to explore your emotions, understand your behavior, and gain clarity for the future. As a therapist, I imagine my work with clients as the two of us sitting side-by-side, digging for clues, sweeping away the dirt and debris, and collecting pieces that will ultimately help them create fuller, more integrated, healed selves.
My areas of specialty are divorce, trauma/religious trauma, relationships/attachment, parenting, life transitions, and self-worth/identity.
If you're feeling lost, uncertain, overwhelmed, or down, you're in the right place. Therapy offers space to explore your emotions, understand your behavior, and gain clarity for the future. As a therapist, I imagine my work with clients as the two of us sitting side-by-side, digging for clues, sweeping away the dirt and debris, and collecting pieces that will ultimately help them create fuller, more integrated, healed selves.
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Valeria Slapak Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mishawaka, IN 46545 (Online Only)
Whether you are a someone who wants to feel more in control of your life, a parent in need of guidance with your child, or an adult (young, middle or older) facing challenges with your emotions, we can work together in creating meaningful and lasting changes.
I welcome people from all walks of life in my practice. During our therapy sessions I offer my clients the space and the time to explore, define and gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationships to others and to the world. Turning difficult feelings into words, helps making meaning of human experience. This is the best way to take control of strong emotions, instead of them controlling us. I like to support people in living their lives in a way that can feel authentic and functional.
Whether you are a someone who wants to feel more in control of your life, a parent in need of guidance with your child, or an adult (young, middle or older) facing challenges with your emotions, we can work together in creating meaningful and lasting changes.
I welcome people from all walks of life in my practice. During our therapy sessions I offer my clients the space and the time to explore, define and gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationships to others and to the world. Turning difficult feelings into words, helps making meaning of human experience. This is the best way to take control of strong emotions, instead of them controlling us. I like to support people in living their lives in a way that can feel authentic and functional.
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Brenda Wetzel Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46635
I work with a wide variety of emotional and behavioral issues, providing services that include therapy for depression, anxiety, parenting issues, adoption issues, eating disorders, etc. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach taylored to each of my client's individual needs to help them attain their desired personal goals. I have over 25 years of experience in various areas of the mental health field. I work with all ages and particularly enjoy working with teens and their families. I am also trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (a shorter term therapy which has been proven to be effective).
I work with a wide variety of emotional and behavioral issues, providing services that include therapy for depression, anxiety, parenting issues, adoption issues, eating disorders, etc. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach taylored to each of my client's individual needs to help them attain their desired personal goals. I have over 25 years of experience in various areas of the mental health field. I work with all ages and particularly enjoy working with teens and their families. I am also trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (a shorter term therapy which has been proven to be effective).
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My focus is to help others improve their communication skills, become more independent, and learn to regulate their emotions while decreasing challenging behaviors. We can also focus on short-term needs such as nanny training, parent training, toilet training and school readiness. You may also consider working with us to become your child's therapist through www.parentledtherapies.com. At PLT, we provide training and professional guidance while your child receives consistent services. Note: BCBAs cannot diagnose. Please see your General Practitioner or Psychiatrist.
My focus is to help others improve their communication skills, become more independent, and learn to regulate their emotions while decreasing challenging behaviors. We can also focus on short-term needs such as nanny training, parent training, toilet training and school readiness. You may also consider working with us to become your child's therapist through www.parentledtherapies.com. At PLT, we provide training and professional guidance while your child receives consistent services. Note: BCBAs cannot diagnose. Please see your General Practitioner or Psychiatrist.
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Dawn Ernsberger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46617 (Online Only)
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Grief, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes, Forgiveness.
I am licensed in Indiana with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts & trauma and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Grief, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes, Forgiveness.
I am licensed in Indiana with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts & trauma and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
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Melissa Buddie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Granger, IN 46530 (Online Only)
I specialize in EMDR and CBT to target those negative beliefs and challenging experiences that can profoundly impact daily functioning and happiness as a new parent.
Currently accepting new clients in Indiana and Michigan. My goal as a therapist is to be a safe landing spot for your biggest emotions, fears, traumas, and anxieties. Whatever your reason for starting therapy, I will work alongside you to help you understand yourself and find better ways to manage the stressors that have become unmanageable. You set the destination, and I will help get you there.
I specialize in EMDR and CBT to target those negative beliefs and challenging experiences that can profoundly impact daily functioning and happiness as a new parent.
Currently accepting new clients in Indiana and Michigan. My goal as a therapist is to be a safe landing spot for your biggest emotions, fears, traumas, and anxieties. Whatever your reason for starting therapy, I will work alongside you to help you understand yourself and find better ways to manage the stressors that have become unmanageable. You set the destination, and I will help get you there.
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I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Indiana. I received my master's degree education from Purdue University Northwest. I have experience in working with a variety of issues including, but not limited to, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, child abuse/neglect, grief/loss, behavioral disorders, parenting skills, and adjustment disorders.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Indiana. I received my master's degree education from Purdue University Northwest. I have experience in working with a variety of issues including, but not limited to, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, child abuse/neglect, grief/loss, behavioral disorders, parenting skills, and adjustment disorders.
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Melody Pillow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46617 (Online Only)
Whether you're dealing with overwhelming anxiety or depression, codependent relationships or parenting issues that stem from the cycle of abuse, I'm here to help restore your peace of mind.
Hello, Grow Therapy People! My name is Melody Pillow at Heart 2 Heart Holistic Counseling, LLC and I have real heart-to-heart talks with clients. I am a Licensed Master Clinical Social Worker (LMSW/LCHello, Grow Therapy People! My name is Melody Pillow at Heart 2 Heart Holistic Counseling, LLC. Do you hesitate to go to therapy because you feel that you wouldn’t get much out of it? Are you reluctant because you don’t feel comfortable talking about your problems? Let me assure you I understand that therapy can be hard work and that your feelings are valid.
Whether you're dealing with overwhelming anxiety or depression, codependent relationships or parenting issues that stem from the cycle of abuse, I'm here to help restore your peace of mind.
Hello, Grow Therapy People! My name is Melody Pillow at Heart 2 Heart Holistic Counseling, LLC and I have real heart-to-heart talks with clients. I am a Licensed Master Clinical Social Worker (LMSW/LCHello, Grow Therapy People! My name is Melody Pillow at Heart 2 Heart Holistic Counseling, LLC. Do you hesitate to go to therapy because you feel that you wouldn’t get much out of it? Are you reluctant because you don’t feel comfortable talking about your problems? Let me assure you I understand that therapy can be hard work and that your feelings are valid.
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After 32 years of corporate management, I felt led to follow my passion. Because I understand the specific stressors of the business world, I'm in a unique position to connect. I'm also a husband who cares deeply about my marriage and a father who works hard at parenting my children.
After 32 years of corporate management, I felt led to follow my passion. Because I understand the specific stressors of the business world, I'm in a unique position to connect. I'm also a husband who cares deeply about my marriage and a father who works hard at parenting my children.
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I have formal experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused CBT, trauma Informed therapy, and play therapy in a individual, family, and parent-child structure.
Being a human is hard work! In therapy, we can learn, grow, and play with our experiences as a team. Together, we can learn to accept and value both the amazing and difficult things that come with a rich, meaningful life. Sometimes the challenges of life get in the way of our ability to access our individual and collective power to heal. Therapy offers a space to discover the parts of us that have become burdened and lovingly invite them to reconnect with our truest selves.
I have formal experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused CBT, trauma Informed therapy, and play therapy in a individual, family, and parent-child structure.
Being a human is hard work! In therapy, we can learn, grow, and play with our experiences as a team. Together, we can learn to accept and value both the amazing and difficult things that come with a rich, meaningful life. Sometimes the challenges of life get in the way of our ability to access our individual and collective power to heal. Therapy offers a space to discover the parts of us that have become burdened and lovingly invite them to reconnect with our truest selves.
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Alexis Tatel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Granger, IN 46530 (Online Only)
I became a therapist to help folks live their best lives. If you are feeling hopeless, overwhelmed, have issues in your relationship, struggle with parenting, life transitions, or just need support...feel free to reach out to me. You do not have to be alone in your struggle. Therapy provides you with a place to talk about all of the things that you don't want to burden others with. It provides you with a place to be seen, heard and understood. My goal is to be a listener and a participant in YOUR journey. I will help you with whatever problems you are working through, or goals you are seeking to achieve.
I became a therapist to help folks live their best lives. If you are feeling hopeless, overwhelmed, have issues in your relationship, struggle with parenting, life transitions, or just need support...feel free to reach out to me. You do not have to be alone in your struggle. Therapy provides you with a place to talk about all of the things that you don't want to burden others with. It provides you with a place to be seen, heard and understood. My goal is to be a listener and a participant in YOUR journey. I will help you with whatever problems you are working through, or goals you are seeking to achieve.
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Ashley C Elcock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CCTP-I
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
South Bend, IN 46612 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients in both Indiana and Michigan! I am a licensed Master's level Marriage and Family Therapist holding a M.S. in Human Development and Family Studies. I have experience working with individuals, families, and couples, with extra specialization in working with couples and trauma. Whether it is relationship conflict, infidelity, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, behavioral or anger difficulties, grief, parenting concerns, difficult life transitions, medical or other life stress- I strive to work together with my clients towards positive changes in their lives, and healing outcomes!
Accepting new clients in both Indiana and Michigan! I am a licensed Master's level Marriage and Family Therapist holding a M.S. in Human Development and Family Studies. I have experience working with individuals, families, and couples, with extra specialization in working with couples and trauma. Whether it is relationship conflict, infidelity, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, behavioral or anger difficulties, grief, parenting concerns, difficult life transitions, medical or other life stress- I strive to work together with my clients towards positive changes in their lives, and healing outcomes!
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Hello. I am Eldon Solomon, an Indiana Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMCH) with over 31 years of professional work experience. I've worked hard to develop trusted and reliable clinical skills. These skills have helped hundreds of individuals and families achieve different or reliable outcomes in coping or decision-making responses to military service, to career challenges, to family conflicts, to unhealthy patterns from trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and to difficult life challenges or life style changes.
Hello. I am Eldon Solomon, an Indiana Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMCH) with over 31 years of professional work experience. I've worked hard to develop trusted and reliable clinical skills. These skills have helped hundreds of individuals and families achieve different or reliable outcomes in coping or decision-making responses to military service, to career challenges, to family conflicts, to unhealthy patterns from trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and to difficult life challenges or life style changes.
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I am licensed in Indiana and work with a diverse range of clients, including children (5 and above), adolescents, and adults, who face challenges such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, trauma, parent-child conflict, parent-to-parent conflict, behavioral issues, and chronic illness.
I am licensed in Indiana and work with a diverse range of clients, including children (5 and above), adolescents, and adults, who face challenges such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, trauma, parent-child conflict, parent-to-parent conflict, behavioral issues, and chronic illness.
I have been in practice for 30 years and having earned the Diplomate in Psychoanalysis, I have received the highest level of professional training available in psychotherapy. In addition to providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families, I also teach graduate school, supervise graduate students, and provide expert consultation to the local court systems and Officers of the Court. I also provide outreach services to the community in the form of workshops, contemplative retreats, and various online courses in psychology.
I have been in practice for 30 years and having earned the Diplomate in Psychoanalysis, I have received the highest level of professional training available in psychotherapy. In addition to providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families, I also teach graduate school, supervise graduate students, and provide expert consultation to the local court systems and Officers of the Court. I also provide outreach services to the community in the form of workshops, contemplative retreats, and various online courses in psychology.
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Free Your Mind Counseling, Inc. (Libera Tu Mente)
Counselor, LHMC, MEd, NCC
Verified Verified
Mishawaka, IN 46545 (Online Only)
I am able to SERVE the ENTIRE state of INDIANA via ONLINE platforms, PHONE calls, and TEXT messages. I am a solution focused therapist with 5 years of experience working with individuals and families to help them reach their goals. I get to know my clients and incorporate meaningful activities into our therapeutic sessions to help them work through the issues that are causing them disruption in their lives. I know that life can be difficult due to many different issues. Whatever the issue is, I am happy to work with my clients to help them figure out how to overcome it.
I am able to SERVE the ENTIRE state of INDIANA via ONLINE platforms, PHONE calls, and TEXT messages. I am a solution focused therapist with 5 years of experience working with individuals and families to help them reach their goals. I get to know my clients and incorporate meaningful activities into our therapeutic sessions to help them work through the issues that are causing them disruption in their lives. I know that life can be difficult due to many different issues. Whatever the issue is, I am happy to work with my clients to help them figure out how to overcome it.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.