Parenting Therapists in Greenvale, NY

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Nicole Berman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Greenvale, NY 11548
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults suffering from psychological disorders, such as depression and anxiety. I also work with people who are simply experiencing difficulties coping with various life events, including grief, parenting issues, divorce, and chronic pain. In addition, I have spent many years working with child & adult victims of abuse.
I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults suffering from psychological disorders, such as depression and anxiety. I also work with people who are simply experiencing difficulties coping with various life events, including grief, parenting issues, divorce, and chronic pain. In addition, I have spent many years working with child & adult victims of abuse.
(516) 506-0182 View (516) 506-0182
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Ivy L. Giller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Greenvale, NY 11548  (Online Only)
I help clients navigate life's stressors such as marital discord, separation/divorce, parenting challenges, death of a loved one, empty nest, difficulties associated with caretaking, and aging among other issues.
I have been in practice for over 25-years treating individuals, couples, and families. I believe In therapy, as in life, one size does not fit all. I recognize the importance of individualizing treatment to the needs of each person I meet. With compassion and patience, I offer support while striving to motivate clients to broaden their coping skills so they can reach their maximum potential. My client-centered approach draws on psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and family systems techniques as well as building mindfulness skills.
I help clients navigate life's stressors such as marital discord, separation/divorce, parenting challenges, death of a loved one, empty nest, difficulties associated with caretaking, and aging among other issues.
I have been in practice for over 25-years treating individuals, couples, and families. I believe In therapy, as in life, one size does not fit all. I recognize the importance of individualizing treatment to the needs of each person I meet. With compassion and patience, I offer support while striving to motivate clients to broaden their coping skills so they can reach their maximum potential. My client-centered approach draws on psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and family systems techniques as well as building mindfulness skills.
(516) 321-4911 View (516) 321-4911
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Kathi Kassover
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenvale, NY 11548
Are there people in your life that you love but are draining you? Is it difficult to get your needs met if your needs are in conflict with others? Do you sometimes feel anxious or depressed because you feel so unappreciated and alone? Do you value the approval of others more than you value yourself? You are not alone. I will be there every step of the way to help you to feel that you and your feelings are just as important as everyone else. I have successfully helped so many people like you over the last 35 years.
Are there people in your life that you love but are draining you? Is it difficult to get your needs met if your needs are in conflict with others? Do you sometimes feel anxious or depressed because you feel so unappreciated and alone? Do you value the approval of others more than you value yourself? You are not alone. I will be there every step of the way to help you to feel that you and your feelings are just as important as everyone else. I have successfully helped so many people like you over the last 35 years.
(516) 597-6913 View (516) 597-6913
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Fran Dalis
Psychologist, PsyD, LMSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Greenvale, NY 11548
I am a Clinical Psychologist and an ally who works with children, adolescents, and their families. I provide a neutral space for young people to express their needs and help families develop adaptive communication skills. As a diagnostician, I provide psychological testing for gifted students and those with special needs who require school accommodations. My approach is to employ integrative, evidence-based interventions, including CBT, ACT, and Psychodynamic therapy. Therapeutic populations include autism spectrum disorder, LGBTQ+ identity formation, chronic pain management, depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and an ally who works with children, adolescents, and their families. I provide a neutral space for young people to express their needs and help families develop adaptive communication skills. As a diagnostician, I provide psychological testing for gifted students and those with special needs who require school accommodations. My approach is to employ integrative, evidence-based interventions, including CBT, ACT, and Psychodynamic therapy. Therapeutic populations include autism spectrum disorder, LGBTQ+ identity formation, chronic pain management, depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues.
(516) 614-3464 View (516) 614-3464

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Christina A. Hatsis
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper Brookville, NY 11545
Feeling limited by anxiety? Struggling with parenting? Keep falling into the same types of patterns and relationships? It doesn't have to feel like this forever. A life filled with clarity, happiness, and understanding is just around the corner and I'd be honored to accompany you on that journey. Let me help you in navigating the hard parts of life so you can move towards exploring what brings you joy.
Feeling limited by anxiety? Struggling with parenting? Keep falling into the same types of patterns and relationships? It doesn't have to feel like this forever. A life filled with clarity, happiness, and understanding is just around the corner and I'd be honored to accompany you on that journey. Let me help you in navigating the hard parts of life so you can move towards exploring what brings you joy.
(516) 963-2151 View (516) 963-2151
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Katy Liebling - Therapy For Moms
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Old Westbury, NY 11568  (Online Only)
I work exclusively with women and maternal mental health, from family planning, prenatal, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, all the way through parenting young children.
You knew having a baby was going to be hard, but things still didn't go according to plan. You didn't have the birth experience you had always hoped for, and now you're up all night googling to make sure you're doing all the right things to keep your baby safe, and managing your families differing ideas of that safety. You want the very best for your new family but being a mom isn't everything you had hoped. I can help you learn new ways to be the best mom possible. Let's work together to create the family life you've always wanted, raising happy, healthy children, despite continually difficult times.
I work exclusively with women and maternal mental health, from family planning, prenatal, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, all the way through parenting young children.
You knew having a baby was going to be hard, but things still didn't go according to plan. You didn't have the birth experience you had always hoped for, and now you're up all night googling to make sure you're doing all the right things to keep your baby safe, and managing your families differing ideas of that safety. You want the very best for your new family but being a mom isn't everything you had hoped. I can help you learn new ways to be the best mom possible. Let's work together to create the family life you've always wanted, raising happy, healthy children, despite continually difficult times.
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Jacqueline Cahalan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Roslyn, NY 11576  (Online Only)
I understand the worries, stress, and challenges of being a parent.
Parents: How are you doing? Do you feel like you are drowning? Do you feel like you are failing at managing your life? Do you feel like you just don’t know what to do? Does it feel like everyone else has it so together and meanwhile your life is a hot mess? Do you feel like you longed for kids and worked so hard to build a family, and now feel guilty that the reality isn’t what you imagined? Parenting is so hard, especially these days when it often feels like raising kids is a competitive sport and everyone is expected to juggle a million things. It can feel impossible.
I understand the worries, stress, and challenges of being a parent.
Parents: How are you doing? Do you feel like you are drowning? Do you feel like you are failing at managing your life? Do you feel like you just don’t know what to do? Does it feel like everyone else has it so together and meanwhile your life is a hot mess? Do you feel like you longed for kids and worked so hard to build a family, and now feel guilty that the reality isn’t what you imagined? Parenting is so hard, especially these days when it often feels like raising kids is a competitive sport and everyone is expected to juggle a million things. It can feel impossible.
(516) 447-2150 View (516) 447-2150
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Dr. Victoria Grinman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-R, LICSW, CFTP, CA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Manhasset, NY 11030
I am proud to offer parent coaching, yoga / mindfulness based therapy, body-based approaches, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) techniques, Play Therapy, relational and Psycho-dynamic approaches.
I am a clinical therapist and professor who practices in New York and Massachusetts. Many times, challenges, pain, loss, and even suffering hold just as much a place in our lives as happiness, joy, peace and triumph. Utilizing best-practices and empirical knowledge, my hope is for our journey to be an intricate process of joining and receiving; discovering and growing; learning and practicing. My approach is integrative, taking into consideration all the systems within you, including race, culture and environment. I aim to hold a warm and supportive space wherein empowerment, balance and growth can be achieved.
I am proud to offer parent coaching, yoga / mindfulness based therapy, body-based approaches, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) techniques, Play Therapy, relational and Psycho-dynamic approaches.
I am a clinical therapist and professor who practices in New York and Massachusetts. Many times, challenges, pain, loss, and even suffering hold just as much a place in our lives as happiness, joy, peace and triumph. Utilizing best-practices and empirical knowledge, my hope is for our journey to be an intricate process of joining and receiving; discovering and growing; learning and practicing. My approach is integrative, taking into consideration all the systems within you, including race, culture and environment. I aim to hold a warm and supportive space wherein empowerment, balance and growth can be achieved.
(646) 791-3364 View (646) 791-3364
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Erin Shockey
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to therapy is to create a warm, supportive, collaborative relationship with you or your child. I will work to fully understand where you are feeling "stuck" and then provide evidence-based treatments to help you get back on track. As a doctoral level practitioner, I am experienced in treating a wide range of behavioral and emotional issues: Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Tics/Tourette's, ADHD, Parenting Issues, and Social Issues.
My approach to therapy is to create a warm, supportive, collaborative relationship with you or your child. I will work to fully understand where you are feeling "stuck" and then provide evidence-based treatments to help you get back on track. As a doctoral level practitioner, I am experienced in treating a wide range of behavioral and emotional issues: Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Tics/Tourette's, ADHD, Parenting Issues, and Social Issues.
(516) 210-4383 View (516) 210-4383
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Catherine A Bottari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Child, Teen, Parents
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Roslyn, NY 11576
I also provide caregivers with practical parenting strategies.
If you’re reading this, your child is likely facing significant challenges. Are they worrying, acting out, highly emotional, maybe hyperactive or inattentive? Their struggles are affecting their happiness, leaving you feeling anxious and unsure. Understanding and managing childhood behaviors can be tough. Navigating the teenage years adds another layer of complexity. Emotional outbursts can create conflict making you feel helpless. Teens retreat to their room, shut down; raising worries about their well-being. Their grades may be slipping, socially they seem lost, little self esteem; leaving you puzzled about these rapid changes.
I also provide caregivers with practical parenting strategies.
If you’re reading this, your child is likely facing significant challenges. Are they worrying, acting out, highly emotional, maybe hyperactive or inattentive? Their struggles are affecting their happiness, leaving you feeling anxious and unsure. Understanding and managing childhood behaviors can be tough. Navigating the teenage years adds another layer of complexity. Emotional outbursts can create conflict making you feel helpless. Teens retreat to their room, shut down; raising worries about their well-being. Their grades may be slipping, socially they seem lost, little self esteem; leaving you puzzled about these rapid changes.
(516) 513-8329 View (516) 513-8329
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Dr. Rosemary Taveras Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Roslyn, NY 11576
I specialize in helping teens and young adults overcome anxiety, OCD in particular. Right now, you may be trying so hard to keep it together. You may be feeling like your anxiety is getting out of hand and unmanageable. Or, you may be a parent feeling helpless and unsure about how to help your child. I'm here to help you reclaim control of your future. I'm here to help you feel confident and empowered. I'm here to help you discover the best version of you!
I specialize in helping teens and young adults overcome anxiety, OCD in particular. Right now, you may be trying so hard to keep it together. You may be feeling like your anxiety is getting out of hand and unmanageable. Or, you may be a parent feeling helpless and unsure about how to help your child. I'm here to help you reclaim control of your future. I'm here to help you feel confident and empowered. I'm here to help you discover the best version of you!
(516) 928-6731 View (516) 928-6731
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Brooke Allman Bubbico
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sea Cliff, NY 11579  (Online Only)
I work with people navigating changes in their life, specifically around family planning and care (fertility, pregnancy, parenting), and want help managing stress, anxieties, depression, and fears related to these life changes. My work centers on the mental health of pregnant and postpartum people and their families. Psychologically, the perinatal period is a time of tremendous opportunity for growth, reflection, and repair. It can also bring unanticipated emotional experiences that can feel isolating and uncomfortable. My clients are looking for ways to move through pregnancy and parenthood with more confidence and ease.
I work with people navigating changes in their life, specifically around family planning and care (fertility, pregnancy, parenting), and want help managing stress, anxieties, depression, and fears related to these life changes. My work centers on the mental health of pregnant and postpartum people and their families. Psychologically, the perinatal period is a time of tremendous opportunity for growth, reflection, and repair. It can also bring unanticipated emotional experiences that can feel isolating and uncomfortable. My clients are looking for ways to move through pregnancy and parenthood with more confidence and ease.
(917) 727-9439 View (917) 727-9439
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Efrat Fridman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW
Verified Verified
Old Westbury, NY 11568
Couples Therapy gives you the tools to learn a better way to work through issues as infidelity, parenting conflict and lack of intimacy, while deepening your connection .
Are you feeling lonely in your relationship? Are you always arguing with your partner? Are you dealing with financial struggles, parenting conflicts, or a lack of intimacy? Are you experiencing the pain of infidelity and unsure if you should stay in the relationship? Couples and Individual Therapy can help you learn a better way to work through issues while deepening your connection at the same time. I provide you with tools which help you reconnect with your self and with your partner , work out misunderstandings, reduce conflict, and rediscover ways to bond, communicate, and find common ground.
Couples Therapy gives you the tools to learn a better way to work through issues as infidelity, parenting conflict and lack of intimacy, while deepening your connection .
Are you feeling lonely in your relationship? Are you always arguing with your partner? Are you dealing with financial struggles, parenting conflicts, or a lack of intimacy? Are you experiencing the pain of infidelity and unsure if you should stay in the relationship? Couples and Individual Therapy can help you learn a better way to work through issues while deepening your connection at the same time. I provide you with tools which help you reconnect with your self and with your partner , work out misunderstandings, reduce conflict, and rediscover ways to bond, communicate, and find common ground.
(718) 571-8287 View (718) 571-8287
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Heather Romano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Roslyn, NY 11576  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping you balance self-care with parenting, family, work or other responsibilities.
If you are feeling anxiety, stress, frustration or just generally overwhelmed, you do not need to go it alone! As a therapist, my goal is to help you feel safe to share your needs, at your own pace and develop a path for peace and healing. Through an empathic and mindful lens, we will explore your history and actions that have led you to the here-and-now. We will also explore the connection of these patterns to your current emotional experience. We will set immediate and long term goals that can help improve confidence, level of functioning and general well-being.
I am passionate about helping you balance self-care with parenting, family, work or other responsibilities.
If you are feeling anxiety, stress, frustration or just generally overwhelmed, you do not need to go it alone! As a therapist, my goal is to help you feel safe to share your needs, at your own pace and develop a path for peace and healing. Through an empathic and mindful lens, we will explore your history and actions that have led you to the here-and-now. We will also explore the connection of these patterns to your current emotional experience. We will set immediate and long term goals that can help improve confidence, level of functioning and general well-being.
(516) 217-8746 View (516) 217-8746
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Lisa Gilman, LCSW Psychotherapy Wellness Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Lisa Gilman, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
Some things we may help you with include relationship difficulties, parenting support, self advocacy, stress management, career issues, grief, depression, anxiety, and intimacy issues.
Over the years my team and I have helped individuals and couples through many life stages find meaning and direction. By providing feedback and reflections with kindness, sensitivity and humor, we built good psychotherapeutic relationships with respect and trust. You too can find safety and comfort during our time together in order to maximize your growth, and work toward feelings of well-being and satisfaction. Since no one person is the same, there is no one way to do psychotherapy. Your individuality will always be respected as we are sensitive to your culture, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and family background.
Some things we may help you with include relationship difficulties, parenting support, self advocacy, stress management, career issues, grief, depression, anxiety, and intimacy issues.
Over the years my team and I have helped individuals and couples through many life stages find meaning and direction. By providing feedback and reflections with kindness, sensitivity and humor, we built good psychotherapeutic relationships with respect and trust. You too can find safety and comfort during our time together in order to maximize your growth, and work toward feelings of well-being and satisfaction. Since no one person is the same, there is no one way to do psychotherapy. Your individuality will always be respected as we are sensitive to your culture, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and family background.
(516) 604-3644 View (516) 604-3644
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Brooke Hambrecht
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Roslyn, NY 11576  (Online Only)
Much of my experience is in working with trauma, anxiety, life transitions, depression, parenting, self-esteem, perinatal anxiety and depression .
Do you often feel on-edge or find yourself feeling stuck in a cycle of worry or sadness? Would you like to feel more in control of your moods and emotions? Perhaps life is feeling overwhelming right now or you are looking to make a change. Taking the first step on your journey towards healing can be challenging but it’s not one you need to take alone.
Much of my experience is in working with trauma, anxiety, life transitions, depression, parenting, self-esteem, perinatal anxiety and depression .
Do you often feel on-edge or find yourself feeling stuck in a cycle of worry or sadness? Would you like to feel more in control of your moods and emotions? Perhaps life is feeling overwhelming right now or you are looking to make a change. Taking the first step on your journey towards healing can be challenging but it’s not one you need to take alone.
(631) 510-4022 View (631) 510-4022
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Megan Romano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Old Westbury, NY 11568
I understand how difficult it can be to decide to seek help for life's obstacles. In my practice, my goal is to help my clients become experts on themselves. Every end is a new beginning. If you're challenged with relationship issues, family conflict, parenting, a trauma history, depression, anxiety or have a child or an adolescent who is struggling with behavioral issues, or just looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation and looking to move in a new direction, I encourage you to let me help you with your experiences. I am dedicated to getting to the root of stuck patterns. There are techniques out there!
I understand how difficult it can be to decide to seek help for life's obstacles. In my practice, my goal is to help my clients become experts on themselves. Every end is a new beginning. If you're challenged with relationship issues, family conflict, parenting, a trauma history, depression, anxiety or have a child or an adolescent who is struggling with behavioral issues, or just looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation and looking to move in a new direction, I encourage you to let me help you with your experiences. I am dedicated to getting to the root of stuck patterns. There are techniques out there!
(646) 845-0615 View (646) 845-0615
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Caren L. Antonelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Glen Head, NY 11545
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults experiencing emotional and behavioral problems, anxiety and depression, and adjusting to complex life events. I also work across the life span, and have expertise helping parents who are managing the demands of caring for others. Parenting presents unique challenges, including finding the necessary balance for self care. My treatment approach is interpersonal and developmentally attuned, and I draw on my training in play therapy, cognitive-behavioral strategies, grief counseling, and the treatment of mood disorders to tailor my work to a client's specific concerns.
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults experiencing emotional and behavioral problems, anxiety and depression, and adjusting to complex life events. I also work across the life span, and have expertise helping parents who are managing the demands of caring for others. Parenting presents unique challenges, including finding the necessary balance for self care. My treatment approach is interpersonal and developmentally attuned, and I draw on my training in play therapy, cognitive-behavioral strategies, grief counseling, and the treatment of mood disorders to tailor my work to a client's specific concerns.
(516) 548-1591 View (516) 548-1591
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Erin T Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Roslyn, NY 11576  (Online Only)
My specialities and practice focus include, but are not limited to, eating disorders/ body image issues, self-esteem struggles, infertility issues, postpartum/general depression and anxiety, mothering/ parenting struggles, and relationship/family issues.
Have you or family members been faced with obstacles that have caused you to lose hope and courage? You may be feeling uninspired and do not believe you have the capability to be optimistic and patient. Perhaps there are internal battles to get through the day without breaking down. When working with a therapist that is "the right fit" in an environment that is "safe and supportive" I believe you can develop the physical and emotional strength to work through your struggles. In an interactive/ collaborative way we will work to make positive changes to improve your life and relationships.
My specialities and practice focus include, but are not limited to, eating disorders/ body image issues, self-esteem struggles, infertility issues, postpartum/general depression and anxiety, mothering/ parenting struggles, and relationship/family issues.
Have you or family members been faced with obstacles that have caused you to lose hope and courage? You may be feeling uninspired and do not believe you have the capability to be optimistic and patient. Perhaps there are internal battles to get through the day without breaking down. When working with a therapist that is "the right fit" in an environment that is "safe and supportive" I believe you can develop the physical and emotional strength to work through your struggles. In an interactive/ collaborative way we will work to make positive changes to improve your life and relationships.
(516) 874-4052 View (516) 874-4052
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Melissa Rosenblatt
Psychologist, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roslyn, NY 11576
I place a strong value on family involvement throughout treatment, and enjoy working very closely with family through parent/family sessions to ensure that you feel supported.
Welcome. You've taken the first step by seeking therapy for your child, and this is often the most difficult. I am a Licensed Psychologist and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA-D) and specialize in working with young children through adolescents. I work with children struggling with emotional or behavioral challenges, as well as Autism Spectrum Disorders and ADHD. In addition to working directly with your child, I find that treatment is most effective when the parent(s) are involved and we work collaboratively. I also work with families on parenting and developing plans to support concerns at home.
I place a strong value on family involvement throughout treatment, and enjoy working very closely with family through parent/family sessions to ensure that you feel supported.
Welcome. You've taken the first step by seeking therapy for your child, and this is often the most difficult. I am a Licensed Psychologist and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA-D) and specialize in working with young children through adolescents. I work with children struggling with emotional or behavioral challenges, as well as Autism Spectrum Disorders and ADHD. In addition to working directly with your child, I find that treatment is most effective when the parent(s) are involved and we work collaboratively. I also work with families on parenting and developing plans to support concerns at home.
(917) 382-8759 View (917) 382-8759

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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.