Parenting Therapists in Old Brookville, NY

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Alyson Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Old Brookville, NY 11545
Choosing to see a therapist can be the first step towards a happier, more fulfilling life. Do you find yourself struggling to create healthy relationships, feeling overwhelmed by life's pressures, or yearning to achieve a peaceful state of mind? Perhaps you feel weighted down by troubling past experiences that have created self-defeating patterns, and worry that you won't be able to break the cycle. With my help, you can overcome obstacles to healthy relationships, increase your ability to manage stress, free yourself from past burdens, and feel more in control of your own life's journey.
Choosing to see a therapist can be the first step towards a happier, more fulfilling life. Do you find yourself struggling to create healthy relationships, feeling overwhelmed by life's pressures, or yearning to achieve a peaceful state of mind? Perhaps you feel weighted down by troubling past experiences that have created self-defeating patterns, and worry that you won't be able to break the cycle. With my help, you can overcome obstacles to healthy relationships, increase your ability to manage stress, free yourself from past burdens, and feel more in control of your own life's journey.
(516) 271-3507 View (516) 271-3507
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Colleen Mascolo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Brookville, NY 11545  (Online Only)
My passion for therapy has committed me to helping people like you. I chose clinical therapy as a profession due to my fascination with the way individuals can become healthier and more empowered through the process. I am honored to witness the journey patients take along the therapeutic process. This is why I truly love what I do. Through my work with patients, I also ensure to continue to evolve and stay current on issues.
My passion for therapy has committed me to helping people like you. I chose clinical therapy as a profession due to my fascination with the way individuals can become healthier and more empowered through the process. I am honored to witness the journey patients take along the therapeutic process. This is why I truly love what I do. Through my work with patients, I also ensure to continue to evolve and stay current on issues.
(516) 619-1054 View (516) 619-1054
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Sandi Frank
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Old Brookville, NY 11545  (Online Only)
Allow me to commend you for taking a step that can require both courage and vulnerability. I would consider it an honor to walk alongside you on a meaningful path of self discovery which includes improving the most important relationship you will ever have — the one you have with yourself. Although life can be fraught with challenges, they do not have to define you. Pain in life is inevitable, suffering is optional; let me help you move away from any suffering.
Allow me to commend you for taking a step that can require both courage and vulnerability. I would consider it an honor to walk alongside you on a meaningful path of self discovery which includes improving the most important relationship you will ever have — the one you have with yourself. Although life can be fraught with challenges, they do not have to define you. Pain in life is inevitable, suffering is optional; let me help you move away from any suffering.
(631) 214-2341 View (631) 214-2341
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Brenna Tighe
Counselor, LMHC, CRC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Old Brookville, NY 11545  (Online Only)
As a therapist that has been in therapy for years, I know what it feels like to be in your shoes right now! Finding a therapist can be a daunting task, but once you find the right fit it is so worth it. I meet clients where they are to provide a safe, calm, and supportive environment to help them accomplish their goals.
As a therapist that has been in therapy for years, I know what it feels like to be in your shoes right now! Finding a therapist can be a daunting task, but once you find the right fit it is so worth it. I meet clients where they are to provide a safe, calm, and supportive environment to help them accomplish their goals.
(516) 689-0316 View (516) 689-0316
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Old Brookville Psychotherapy LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Old Brookville, NY 11545  (Online Only)
Hello! People come to us mainly due to trauma or relationship issues. They don’t know if they want to stay, or “should” stay, and whose “fault” is it. And even after break ups they find themselves back in similar situations. Being unhappy in a relationship can cause stress, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, confusion, and low self esteem. Many of those we helped had already experienced trauma which made it easier to stay or recreate those relationships. We can help you heal the trauma, understand yourself and others, navigate relationship dynamics, and learn how to make decisions which lead to happier relationships and a happier you.
Hello! People come to us mainly due to trauma or relationship issues. They don’t know if they want to stay, or “should” stay, and whose “fault” is it. And even after break ups they find themselves back in similar situations. Being unhappy in a relationship can cause stress, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, confusion, and low self esteem. Many of those we helped had already experienced trauma which made it easier to stay or recreate those relationships. We can help you heal the trauma, understand yourself and others, navigate relationship dynamics, and learn how to make decisions which lead to happier relationships and a happier you.
(516) 279-1038 View (516) 279-1038

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Nicole Berman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Glen Cove, NY 11542
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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Elisse Blinder
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Glen Cove, NY 11542
My practice commitment is to identify and transform what unconsciously drives your choices and unsatisfying results, so that you find the freedom to manifest what you intend. Are there patterns in your life you wish weren't there? Are you unhappy in your relationship or unhappily single? Are you struggling with some aspect of parenting? Are you sad or anxious about anything? It would be my privilege to provide you confidential support in removing the unconscious obstructions that prevent you from living an authentic, fulfilling life. Take the first step towards making better choices for a new future. Call me.
My practice commitment is to identify and transform what unconsciously drives your choices and unsatisfying results, so that you find the freedom to manifest what you intend. Are there patterns in your life you wish weren't there? Are you unhappy in your relationship or unhappily single? Are you struggling with some aspect of parenting? Are you sad or anxious about anything? It would be my privilege to provide you confidential support in removing the unconscious obstructions that prevent you from living an authentic, fulfilling life. Take the first step towards making better choices for a new future. Call me.
(516) 407-9556 View (516) 407-9556
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Christina A. Hatsis
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Cove, NY 11542
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 experienced 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 experienced 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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Nicola Burg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Roslyn, NY 11576
Are you feeling disconnected, struggling to feel like your place in life matters, connecting to friends in your community or at work feels hopeless? not feeling understood by your family and friends leaves you feeling anxious and makes getting all the tasks in your life feel impossible. If you are a parent, worry about how your kids are doing, socially or academically overwhelms you, differing opinions with your partner only make things worse. At times, work can also feel overwhelming and it may be difficult to set boundaries and say no to people.
Are you feeling disconnected, struggling to feel like your place in life matters, connecting to friends in your community or at work feels hopeless? not feeling understood by your family and friends leaves you feeling anxious and makes getting all the tasks in your life feel impossible. If you are a parent, worry about how your kids are doing, socially or academically overwhelms you, differing opinions with your partner only make things worse. At times, work can also feel overwhelming and it may be difficult to set boundaries and say no to people.
(917) 696-3352 View (917) 696-3352
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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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Dr. Richard Lopez
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Old Westbury, NY 11568
I am a former school psychologist and conduct testing/evaluations for giftedness and provide clinical services for school/behavioral issues, separation anxiety, parenting, autism spectrum disorder, and neurodiversity.
The decision to begin therapy is an important step on your healing journey. By building partnerships that are founded on warmth, dignity, and non-judgment, I help clients grow in a way that is most aligned with their values. Together, we focus on promoting wellness by acknowledging the past, respecting the present, identifying goals for the future, and developing the skills needed to joyfully move in that direction. I use behavioral, exposure, cognitive, and acceptance-based approaches that are evidence-based.
I am a former school psychologist and conduct testing/evaluations for giftedness and provide clinical services for school/behavioral issues, separation anxiety, parenting, autism spectrum disorder, and neurodiversity.
The decision to begin therapy is an important step on your healing journey. By building partnerships that are founded on warmth, dignity, and non-judgment, I help clients grow in a way that is most aligned with their values. Together, we focus on promoting wellness by acknowledging the past, respecting the present, identifying goals for the future, and developing the skills needed to joyfully move in that direction. I use behavioral, exposure, cognitive, and acceptance-based approaches that are evidence-based.
(516) 908-7692 View (516) 908-7692
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Randi Zimmerman @ Randi Z. Therapy Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Westbury, NY 11568
Children - play therapy, art therapy, parent guidance, family work, positive emotional, cognitive and behavioral treatment.
At The Time is Always Now Therapy Group, Randi Zimmerman, LCSW-R, CEDS-S and her team are ready for you! "What lies before you and what lies behind you are tiny matters compared to what lies within you." - Ralph Waldo Emerson. For those who wish to be the best they can be, to heal and strive and connect, therapy can help you achieve the highest quality of your life. Your unique strengths will be uncovered and cultivated to help you meet the challenges before you. You will be guided and nurtured to achieve and exceed your goals, to take the risks necessary to fulfill your dreams. The time to start is now!
Children - play therapy, art therapy, parent guidance, family work, positive emotional, cognitive and behavioral treatment.
At The Time is Always Now Therapy Group, Randi Zimmerman, LCSW-R, CEDS-S and her team are ready for you! "What lies before you and what lies behind you are tiny matters compared to what lies within you." - Ralph Waldo Emerson. For those who wish to be the best they can be, to heal and strive and connect, therapy can help you achieve the highest quality of your life. Your unique strengths will be uncovered and cultivated to help you meet the challenges before you. You will be guided and nurtured to achieve and exceed your goals, to take the risks necessary to fulfill your dreams. The time to start is now!
(516) 986-4345 View (516) 986-4345
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Alaa M. Shareef
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, EdM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westbury, NY 11568
Alaa works with children, adolescents and adults on issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, divorce, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, family conflict, and parenting challenges.
I believe that every individual has great potential and deserves to live a fulfilling life; I also recognize that difficulties and obstacles are inevitable. My goal for therapy is to create a safe space for my clients to explore how those difficulties and obstacles may affect them — physically, mentally, emotionally, or spiritually — and to use the therapeutic space to practice bringing forward their strengths so that they can see themselves beyond their problems. When you come to me, you’re not just my client. You’re a fellow human with hopes, dreams, vulnerabilities, strengths, weaknesses and ultimately potential.
Alaa works with children, adolescents and adults on issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, divorce, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, family conflict, and parenting challenges.
I believe that every individual has great potential and deserves to live a fulfilling life; I also recognize that difficulties and obstacles are inevitable. My goal for therapy is to create a safe space for my clients to explore how those difficulties and obstacles may affect them — physically, mentally, emotionally, or spiritually — and to use the therapeutic space to practice bringing forward their strengths so that they can see themselves beyond their problems. When you come to me, you’re not just my client. You’re a fellow human with hopes, dreams, vulnerabilities, strengths, weaknesses and ultimately potential.
(516) 788-6170 View (516) 788-6170
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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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Debby Stromberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glen Head, NY 11545
I believe that talking about your thoughts and feelings with me, in my safe and welcoming office, will help you feel better. My style is friendly and interactive, and I offer feedback. Together, we can explore the history of your life and learn about the patterns that exist. You will soon be able to make the changes that will help you live the life you desire. I specialize in issues related to relationships, family, career, self-esteem, fear, stress/nervousness/anxiety, loneliness/isolation, sadness/depression, body image, food/dieting/weight, parenting, pre-natal/post-natal, and feeling overwhelmed and confused.
I believe that talking about your thoughts and feelings with me, in my safe and welcoming office, will help you feel better. My style is friendly and interactive, and I offer feedback. Together, we can explore the history of your life and learn about the patterns that exist. You will soon be able to make the changes that will help you live the life you desire. I specialize in issues related to relationships, family, career, self-esteem, fear, stress/nervousness/anxiety, loneliness/isolation, sadness/depression, body image, food/dieting/weight, parenting, pre-natal/post-natal, and feeling overwhelmed and confused.
(516) 693-8072 View (516) 693-8072
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New York Center for Relationship Repair
Counselor, PhD, Prof
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Glen Cove, NY 11542
Hi! I'm Dr. Steinberg. Are you struggling with your relationship(s)? Desire couples counseling or sex therapy? Do you need help recovering after infidelity? Do you have difficult or unsupportive parents, relatives or friends? Do you wish to argue less (my TED Talk is about this!) or have parenting/family issues? Do you need extra support and guidance to help you handle challenging situations or desire to make important changes? Is "work stress" or work/life balance a problem? If you answered "Yes!" to any of these questions, then I would LOVE to work with you - to teach you valuable tools to help you secure SUCCESS!
Hi! I'm Dr. Steinberg. Are you struggling with your relationship(s)? Desire couples counseling or sex therapy? Do you need help recovering after infidelity? Do you have difficult or unsupportive parents, relatives or friends? Do you wish to argue less (my TED Talk is about this!) or have parenting/family issues? Do you need extra support and guidance to help you handle challenging situations or desire to make important changes? Is "work stress" or work/life balance a problem? If you answered "Yes!" to any of these questions, then I would LOVE to work with you - to teach you valuable tools to help you secure SUCCESS!
(917) 574-0825 View (917) 574-0825
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Liat P. Rinat
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Roslyn, NY 11576
Life is a journey filled with challenges that can often feel overwhelming and distressing. My goal is to support you in discovering new ways to cope with these difficulties. I became a therapist out of a passion for deep connection with people and facilitating their self-exploration and growth. I believe that a strong therapeutic connection can alleviate many obstacles and enhance emotional well-being. I am trained in evidence-based clinical treatments for individuals, couples, and families facing a range of issues, including interpersonal conflicts, marital challenges, parent-child difficulties, high anxiety, depression, and more.
Life is a journey filled with challenges that can often feel overwhelming and distressing. My goal is to support you in discovering new ways to cope with these difficulties. I became a therapist out of a passion for deep connection with people and facilitating their self-exploration and growth. I believe that a strong therapeutic connection can alleviate many obstacles and enhance emotional well-being. I am trained in evidence-based clinical treatments for individuals, couples, and families facing a range of issues, including interpersonal conflicts, marital challenges, parent-child difficulties, high anxiety, depression, and more.
(646) 941-8412 View (646) 941-8412
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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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Dr. Donna Corrado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Roslyn, NY 11576  (Online Only)
I have several decades of experience working with older adults and their caregivers as well as with younger persons and couples working on relationship issues, parenting, divorce, bereavement and the loss of a job or relocation.
Everyone, at some point, needs someone to help them through a difficult period in their life. It is not easy to manage multiple demands while dealing with the one's own physical and mental well being. I offer a compassionate and safe place to work through issues that manifest in depressive symptoms, traumatic stress, anxiety disorders, social isolation, relationship issues and problems adjusting to change. Our work together will help you develop the insight and skills necessary to ameliorate your symptoms and to reach your therapeutic goals.
I have several decades of experience working with older adults and their caregivers as well as with younger persons and couples working on relationship issues, parenting, divorce, bereavement and the loss of a job or relocation.
Everyone, at some point, needs someone to help them through a difficult period in their life. It is not easy to manage multiple demands while dealing with the one's own physical and mental well being. I offer a compassionate and safe place to work through issues that manifest in depressive symptoms, traumatic stress, anxiety disorders, social isolation, relationship issues and problems adjusting to change. Our work together will help you develop the insight and skills necessary to ameliorate your symptoms and to reach your therapeutic goals.
(516) 614-3887 View (516) 614-3887

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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.