Parenting Therapists in Manchester, NH

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Shani Lang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester, NH 03104
As an experienced adolescent, young adult, and parent therapist, I can tell you that you don’t have to keep feeling overwhelmed and at a loss for how to make your life better.
Accepting new clients! I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and parents feeling overwhelmed and anxious as they try to navigate the complexities of today's world, face family or academic pressures, social challenges, or the uncertainties of the future. The pressures of life can overwhelm, causing conflict, anger, even depression. Maybe you’re the parent, doing your best to be there, providing support and guidance, but feeling a lot of anxiety yourself. Conflict, anxiety, and depression don’t have to be the driving forces though, for you or your child. You can have the joy, confidence, and peace that you are looking for.
As an experienced adolescent, young adult, and parent therapist, I can tell you that you don’t have to keep feeling overwhelmed and at a loss for how to make your life better.
Accepting new clients! I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and parents feeling overwhelmed and anxious as they try to navigate the complexities of today's world, face family or academic pressures, social challenges, or the uncertainties of the future. The pressures of life can overwhelm, causing conflict, anger, even depression. Maybe you’re the parent, doing your best to be there, providing support and guidance, but feeling a lot of anxiety yourself. Conflict, anxiety, and depression don’t have to be the driving forces though, for you or your child. You can have the joy, confidence, and peace that you are looking for.
(833) 344-0637 View (833) 344-0637
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Christine Lavoie
Counselor, PsyD, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03104
Do you struggle with feelings of depression or anxiety? Are you a couple experiencing difficulty in your relationship or a parent challenged by your child/teens behavior? I provide therapeutic services to individuals, couples and families. I have over ten years experience working with family/couple conflict, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss and parenting challenges. I also bring experience working with child and adolescent behavior problems, attachment, mood disorders and couple communication.
Do you struggle with feelings of depression or anxiety? Are you a couple experiencing difficulty in your relationship or a parent challenged by your child/teens behavior? I provide therapeutic services to individuals, couples and families. I have over ten years experience working with family/couple conflict, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss and parenting challenges. I also bring experience working with child and adolescent behavior problems, attachment, mood disorders and couple communication.
(603) 686-7380 View (603) 686-7380
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Sarena Dyac
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03101
I provide individual therapy to children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship difficulties, confidence issues, and more.
Hi there! My name is Sarena and I’m here to help. To say I am passionate about my work is an understatement- it is so fulfilling to be in a position where I can support others in overcoming individual challenges, learning more about how their mind works, and changing their lives for the better. For those who are considering therapy for the first time or are taking another chance after a previous counseling experience- congratulations on taking this important step! You may find the idea of working with a therapist to be daunting or overwhelming at first, but I assure you that we are in this together and that I am here to guide you.
I provide individual therapy to children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship difficulties, confidence issues, and more.
Hi there! My name is Sarena and I’m here to help. To say I am passionate about my work is an understatement- it is so fulfilling to be in a position where I can support others in overcoming individual challenges, learning more about how their mind works, and changing their lives for the better. For those who are considering therapy for the first time or are taking another chance after a previous counseling experience- congratulations on taking this important step! You may find the idea of working with a therapist to be daunting or overwhelming at first, but I assure you that we are in this together and that I am here to guide you.
(855) 676-0680 View (855) 676-0680
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Nancy Foster Counselingnh
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03101  (Online Only)
We provide counseling for issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, behavioral issues, parenting, alcohol and drug by licensed clinicians.
Not accepting new clients at this time. I provide compassionate, supportive and caring counseling treating depression, anxiety and trauma for adults. I understand and appreciate how difficult the decision can be to seek counseling services. My first goal is to help you to feel welcomed, comfortable and safe. I will work with you from a place of respect and trust that allows for self exploration and growth. We will work to process the issues, gain perspective and work toward helpful solutions . Contact my office or visit website and request an appointment. I look forward to meeting with you.
We provide counseling for issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, behavioral issues, parenting, alcohol and drug by licensed clinicians.
Not accepting new clients at this time. I provide compassionate, supportive and caring counseling treating depression, anxiety and trauma for adults. I understand and appreciate how difficult the decision can be to seek counseling services. My first goal is to help you to feel welcomed, comfortable and safe. I will work with you from a place of respect and trust that allows for self exploration and growth. We will work to process the issues, gain perspective and work toward helpful solutions . Contact my office or visit website and request an appointment. I look forward to meeting with you.
(603) 819-4898 View (603) 819-4898
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Katalyst Psychological Family Center LLC
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03104
We are licensed clinical mental health providers with over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. We complete Neuropsychological Evaluations, and work with individuals and families who have parenting concerns, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ODD, and Autism.
We are licensed clinical mental health providers with over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. We complete Neuropsychological Evaluations, and work with individuals and families who have parenting concerns, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ODD, and Autism.
(603) 206-5844 View (603) 206-5844
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Adrienne Beloin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03103  (Online Only)
I draw from years of behavioral health experience with high-risk and high-need populations, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and my own lived experience with social justice, divorce, parenting, and leadership.
Hello, I am Adrienne Beloin, a licensed independent clinical social worker with 25 years of experience working for and with people to improve their lives. I love talking with adults and couples about relationships with solutions focused energy. We will be deepening emotional intelligence, changing behaviors, and learning ways to live in service to your unique personal values. I like to use a narrative, and solutions focused approach. I co-explore observations and insights about attachment, love language, personality type, emotional maturity, and social scripts in the changing world.
I draw from years of behavioral health experience with high-risk and high-need populations, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and my own lived experience with social justice, divorce, parenting, and leadership.
Hello, I am Adrienne Beloin, a licensed independent clinical social worker with 25 years of experience working for and with people to improve their lives. I love talking with adults and couples about relationships with solutions focused energy. We will be deepening emotional intelligence, changing behaviors, and learning ways to live in service to your unique personal values. I like to use a narrative, and solutions focused approach. I co-explore observations and insights about attachment, love language, personality type, emotional maturity, and social scripts in the changing world.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Jeremiah Kearns
Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LADC
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03101
Today's world is full of many complexities. Do you have difficulty trying to navigate expectations, or having difficulty knowing how to think or feel? Parenting, relationships, careers, and learning/developmental challenges can all be extremely stressful - and not to mention “things change” as we experience life. Do you have difficulty taking care of yourself, getting your needs met and making healthy choices? Do you have difficulty finding a place to become less stressed and figure things out? Things can improve! I believe that optimism and hope are essential elements of healing.
Today's world is full of many complexities. Do you have difficulty trying to navigate expectations, or having difficulty knowing how to think or feel? Parenting, relationships, careers, and learning/developmental challenges can all be extremely stressful - and not to mention “things change” as we experience life. Do you have difficulty taking care of yourself, getting your needs met and making healthy choices? Do you have difficulty finding a place to become less stressed and figure things out? Things can improve! I believe that optimism and hope are essential elements of healing.
(888) 365-0408 View (888) 365-0408
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Blair Ambrose
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03104
Blair works with a variety of populations including adolescents, adults, families, and groups on issues including: Depression Anxiety Stress Management Life Transitions Trauma / Abuse Grief / Bereavement Divorce / Separation Relationship Problems Parenting / Co- Parenting Gay / Lesbian Issues Gender Identity.
BLAIR AMBROSE, LICSW offers holistic and conventional therapy to individuals and couples facing a variety of life challenges and mental health issues. Many individuals are, at some point, faced with difficult life situations, transitions and changes. Blair helps individuals negotiate these periods, and develop strategies to create happier more fulfilling lives. Blair works with each client to create the best possible counseling experience and individualizes treatment based on the client's unique needs. Each person experiences life differently and it stands to reason that the therapy should always be tailored to meet the individual's needs.
Blair works with a variety of populations including adolescents, adults, families, and groups on issues including: Depression Anxiety Stress Management Life Transitions Trauma / Abuse Grief / Bereavement Divorce / Separation Relationship Problems Parenting / Co- Parenting Gay / Lesbian Issues Gender Identity.
BLAIR AMBROSE, LICSW offers holistic and conventional therapy to individuals and couples facing a variety of life challenges and mental health issues. Many individuals are, at some point, faced with difficult life situations, transitions and changes. Blair helps individuals negotiate these periods, and develop strategies to create happier more fulfilling lives. Blair works with each client to create the best possible counseling experience and individualizes treatment based on the client's unique needs. Each person experiences life differently and it stands to reason that the therapy should always be tailored to meet the individual's needs.
(603) 941-4784 View (603) 941-4784
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Kimberly Rule
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03101
Accepting New Clients! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, post-partum depression, or have faced traumatic experiences. I am a highly dedicated and skilled therapist in providing comprehensive mental health support individuals. My practice focuses on children, teens, and adults. My services include individual therapy, family therapy, parenting support and education, play therapy, and perinatal and postnatal mental health.
Accepting New Clients! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, post-partum depression, or have faced traumatic experiences. I am a highly dedicated and skilled therapist in providing comprehensive mental health support individuals. My practice focuses on children, teens, and adults. My services include individual therapy, family therapy, parenting support and education, play therapy, and perinatal and postnatal mental health.
(603) 952-4313 View (603) 952-4313
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Whitney Mills
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03101
Do you often feel overwhelmed by your thoughts and emotions? Are you lacking support and feeling alone? Or perhaps you do have support and still feel on your own. Anxiety, depression, parenting, stepparenting, postpartum, stress, trauma, infidelity, and other challenges may be serving as barriers to healing and accessing your true authentic self.
Do you often feel overwhelmed by your thoughts and emotions? Are you lacking support and feeling alone? Or perhaps you do have support and still feel on your own. Anxiety, depression, parenting, stepparenting, postpartum, stress, trauma, infidelity, and other challenges may be serving as barriers to healing and accessing your true authentic self.
(603) 691-2786 View (603) 691-2786
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James Foster & Assoc. Counseling NH
Counselor, LICSW
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03101
Not accepting New Clients at this time. At James Foster & Associates, we understand that seeking counseling is an important decision to make. Our goal is to provide clients with a safe, comfortable and private setting to address those areas that are causing them pain, discomfort or unhappiness. Clinicians provide treatment in areas of depression, anxiety, domestic violence, anger management, marriage, parenting, drug and alcohol and trauma. We welcome you to visit COUNSELINGNH.COM and this profile's homepage for information about TREATMENTS available for your particular concern and the SIGNS and SYMPTOMS you may be experiencing.
Not accepting New Clients at this time. At James Foster & Associates, we understand that seeking counseling is an important decision to make. Our goal is to provide clients with a safe, comfortable and private setting to address those areas that are causing them pain, discomfort or unhappiness. Clinicians provide treatment in areas of depression, anxiety, domestic violence, anger management, marriage, parenting, drug and alcohol and trauma. We welcome you to visit COUNSELINGNH.COM and this profile's homepage for information about TREATMENTS available for your particular concern and the SIGNS and SYMPTOMS you may be experiencing.
(603) 446-6055 View (603) 446-6055
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Jenna Nunziato
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03101  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
None of this is easy. Maybe you're adjusting to a change, like parenting or job loss, and looking to find your identity. Maybe you're becoming aware of a problematic pattern in your life, like constant anxiety, difficulty with relationships, or intense emotions. You don't have to feel overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, shame, or anger any more. Let's talk about it and find some strategies to soothe it now, and stop it from reoccurring. If you're reluctant about therapy, I can reassure you that I'm not here to judge, and want to make it a safe and fun environment.
None of this is easy. Maybe you're adjusting to a change, like parenting or job loss, and looking to find your identity. Maybe you're becoming aware of a problematic pattern in your life, like constant anxiety, difficulty with relationships, or intense emotions. You don't have to feel overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, shame, or anger any more. Let's talk about it and find some strategies to soothe it now, and stop it from reoccurring. If you're reluctant about therapy, I can reassure you that I'm not here to judge, and want to make it a safe and fun environment.
(207) 204-3655 View (207) 204-3655
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Atara Raab
Counselor, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Manchester, NH 03103
I teach you skills to overcome anxiety, depression, ADHD, lack of self love, a loveless relationship, breakup/divorce, parenting struggles.
Overthinking? You can't seem to quiet all the thoughts in your head. You keep replaying different scenarios. You analyze what you could have done differently. Some days you can barely get out of bed. The guilt is eating you up inside. You feel isolated and lonely and it's hard to face anyone. You feel unsatisfied in your relationships. There is so much you need to get done but you feel stuck and unmotivated. You lie awake at night overthinking. You wake up feeling hopeless, unsure how you can get through the day. I know how you feel and I can help you get immediate relief.
I teach you skills to overcome anxiety, depression, ADHD, lack of self love, a loveless relationship, breakup/divorce, parenting struggles.
Overthinking? You can't seem to quiet all the thoughts in your head. You keep replaying different scenarios. You analyze what you could have done differently. Some days you can barely get out of bed. The guilt is eating you up inside. You feel isolated and lonely and it's hard to face anyone. You feel unsatisfied in your relationships. There is so much you need to get done but you feel stuck and unmotivated. You lie awake at night overthinking. You wake up feeling hopeless, unsure how you can get through the day. I know how you feel and I can help you get immediate relief.
(305) 570-3925 View (305) 570-3925
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Jacqueline Allman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03104
Waitlist for new clients
Most of the people I work with suffer with anxiety, depression, OCD, parenting challenges, relationship issues, existential crisis, family/job/school stress, sexual issues, and trauma.
Do you want help you managing uncertainty, breaking unhealthy behavior patterns, and reducing overwhelm when things start to feel out of control? Do you and your partner have relational struggles or are you a parent struggling with a child/teen? Together, we can more clearly identify areas in your life you want to resolve and address obstacles interfering with the change you desire. We'll explore helpful and unhelpful patterns in your life and develop a plan of action that can help you live the life you want, encouraging and guiding you to find and build on your strengths.
Most of the people I work with suffer with anxiety, depression, OCD, parenting challenges, relationship issues, existential crisis, family/job/school stress, sexual issues, and trauma.
Do you want help you managing uncertainty, breaking unhealthy behavior patterns, and reducing overwhelm when things start to feel out of control? Do you and your partner have relational struggles or are you a parent struggling with a child/teen? Together, we can more clearly identify areas in your life you want to resolve and address obstacles interfering with the change you desire. We'll explore helpful and unhelpful patterns in your life and develop a plan of action that can help you live the life you want, encouraging and guiding you to find and build on your strengths.
(844) 938-0652 View (844) 938-0652
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Judy Jepson-Hebert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03104
If you are having difficulties with school/work, symptoms of depression/anxiety,substance misuse, relationship/communication problems, parenting struggles, life transtion issues or low self-esteem, I would welcome the opportunity to work with you.
My name is Judy Jepson-Hebert and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I enjoy working with both adolescents and adults and have considerable experience providing individual, group and couples counseling. I believe that my greatest strength is my ability to connect with people and to provide clients with an emotionally supportive environment to address, process and find solutions to the struggles they are experiencing. I am trained in various treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Enhancement Therapy.
If you are having difficulties with school/work, symptoms of depression/anxiety,substance misuse, relationship/communication problems, parenting struggles, life transtion issues or low self-esteem, I would welcome the opportunity to work with you.
My name is Judy Jepson-Hebert and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I enjoy working with both adolescents and adults and have considerable experience providing individual, group and couples counseling. I believe that my greatest strength is my ability to connect with people and to provide clients with an emotionally supportive environment to address, process and find solutions to the struggles they are experiencing. I am trained in various treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Enhancement Therapy.
(603) 244-3660 View (603) 244-3660
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Katie Maskowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03105
I provide individual psychotherapy for adults and adolescents, play therapy for young children, family therapy, and parenting support.
If you are facing challenges as a parent to a young child/teenager, struggling in your personal relationships, or having difficulty with worry, stress, or sadness, I am here to help. As a therapist trained to work with children and families, I help clients who are struggling with child/adolescent behavior and emotional concerns, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, parenting, relationship problems, and adjustment issues. I can help you understand and manage your child's behavior, explore ways to feel more emotionally connected in your personal relationships, improve your communication with others, and overall, feel happier.
I provide individual psychotherapy for adults and adolescents, play therapy for young children, family therapy, and parenting support.
If you are facing challenges as a parent to a young child/teenager, struggling in your personal relationships, or having difficulty with worry, stress, or sadness, I am here to help. As a therapist trained to work with children and families, I help clients who are struggling with child/adolescent behavior and emotional concerns, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, parenting, relationship problems, and adjustment issues. I can help you understand and manage your child's behavior, explore ways to feel more emotionally connected in your personal relationships, improve your communication with others, and overall, feel happier.
(603) 605-8393 View (603) 605-8393
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Kelly R Marston
Counselor, CAGS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03101
All of us experience problems and stress in our lives which can be overwhelming. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience working with young people and their families in the school setting. I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and families. My areas of focus include anxiety, adjustment issues, depression, self esteem, loss, relational and parenting concerns, behavioral issues, stress management and school challenges.
All of us experience problems and stress in our lives which can be overwhelming. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience working with young people and their families in the school setting. I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and families. My areas of focus include anxiety, adjustment issues, depression, self esteem, loss, relational and parenting concerns, behavioral issues, stress management and school challenges.
(603) 685-3277 View (603) 685-3277
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Women's Counseling of Nashua, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manchester, NH 03104  (Online Only)
At this time (November, 2023), we have openings for specialized medication management focusing on women's health. Our practice specializes in working with women coping with a variety of issues including postpartum depression, anxiety and adjustment, infertility, pregnancy loss, unresolved trauma, relationship issues, parenting concerns, life transitions, disordered eating. We are an LGBTQ+ allied practice. For more information, please see our website: www.WomensCounselingofNashua.com
At this time (November, 2023), we have openings for specialized medication management focusing on women's health. Our practice specializes in working with women coping with a variety of issues including postpartum depression, anxiety and adjustment, infertility, pregnancy loss, unresolved trauma, relationship issues, parenting concerns, life transitions, disordered eating. We are an LGBTQ+ allied practice. For more information, please see our website: www.WomensCounselingofNashua.com
(603) 952-4647 View (603) 952-4647
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Boyd Lake Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LICSW, MLADC
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03104
I am trained in, and/or have experience in: Childhood behavioral challenges and parenting - Addiction - LADC Evaluations - Anxiety - OCD - Trauma - Life Transitions - School struggles - LGBTQIA+ and Depression.
Congratulations on taking this first step. I work with children and adults to support person centered exploration. This can range from basic talk therapy (a place to dump the stress of the week) to Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to EMDR and beyond.
I am trained in, and/or have experience in: Childhood behavioral challenges and parenting - Addiction - LADC Evaluations - Anxiety - OCD - Trauma - Life Transitions - School struggles - LGBTQIA+ and Depression.
Congratulations on taking this first step. I work with children and adults to support person centered exploration. This can range from basic talk therapy (a place to dump the stress of the week) to Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to EMDR and beyond.
(603) 932-5527 View (603) 932-5527
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Jason Merrin
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03103
I am also trained to complete many types of evaluations including neuropsychological, educational, vocational, legal, capacity, parenting, disability, worker's compensation and others.
I can see any client in Maine and NH via teletherapy but I am not credentialed with insurance companies in Maine, only NH. I help guide my clients to understand how their upbringing, worldview, culture, personality, and view of self affect how they are feeling, behaving, and thinking currently. One goal of mine is to help my clients maximize their wellbeing by better understanding themselves through the use of coping tools like mindfulness to slow and calm themselves enough to be able to assess their own thoughts and emotions in the moment so as to minimize regrets while reducing mood and behavioral symptoms.
I am also trained to complete many types of evaluations including neuropsychological, educational, vocational, legal, capacity, parenting, disability, worker's compensation and others.
I can see any client in Maine and NH via teletherapy but I am not credentialed with insurance companies in Maine, only NH. I help guide my clients to understand how their upbringing, worldview, culture, personality, and view of self affect how they are feeling, behaving, and thinking currently. One goal of mine is to help my clients maximize their wellbeing by better understanding themselves through the use of coping tools like mindfulness to slow and calm themselves enough to be able to assess their own thoughts and emotions in the moment so as to minimize regrets while reducing mood and behavioral symptoms.
(603) 932-5645 View (603) 932-5645
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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.