Parenting Therapists in Albuquerque, NM

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Natalie Sanchez
Counselor, MA, LPC, LPCC , GCDF
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87122  (Online Only)
Natalie customizes therapy to each person's individual needs and is highly skilled in: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT); attachment therapy (DNMS); EMDR; college admissions/financial aid-related topics; career counseling; mindfulness based/guided imagery therapies; strengthening adolescent- parent relationships, and family court-related issues.
Clients say Natalie is genuine, empathetic, funny, insightful, and highly competent. Her speciality is supporting ages 14+ through adults to heal attachment, abandonment wounds, and trauma, to grow in worthiness and self-confidence, increase assertiveness skills, and increase their day-to-day well-being. Natalie is known for honoring her client's holistic nature and helping them reach and surpass their therapeutic goals. Natalie is highly trained in several therapeutic modalities. She works with all clients via phone or telehealth video appointments and reminds you to remember that your best life is ahead of you.
Natalie customizes therapy to each person's individual needs and is highly skilled in: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT); attachment therapy (DNMS); EMDR; college admissions/financial aid-related topics; career counseling; mindfulness based/guided imagery therapies; strengthening adolescent- parent relationships, and family court-related issues.
Clients say Natalie is genuine, empathetic, funny, insightful, and highly competent. Her speciality is supporting ages 14+ through adults to heal attachment, abandonment wounds, and trauma, to grow in worthiness and self-confidence, increase assertiveness skills, and increase their day-to-day well-being. Natalie is known for honoring her client's holistic nature and helping them reach and surpass their therapeutic goals. Natalie is highly trained in several therapeutic modalities. She works with all clients via phone or telehealth video appointments and reminds you to remember that your best life is ahead of you.
(505) 726-4941 View (505) 726-4941
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Kathryn Fehr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCE Sup, CTRS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87102  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma , depression, anxiety, grief and loss, compassion fatigue, parenting stressors, and relationship struggles.
Over my years of experience, I have learned the importance of incorporating emotional healing with body healing. Both are critical to healing the whole self. I am deeply passionate about supporting a diverse range of individuals through their unique life challenges. My practice encompasses working with individuals, parents, couples, older teens, and older adults, recognizing the distinct needs and dynamics each group presents. Whether it's navigating personal transitions, family dynamics, relationship issues, or the complexities of aging, I am committed to providing compassionate and effective support.
I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma , depression, anxiety, grief and loss, compassion fatigue, parenting stressors, and relationship struggles.
Over my years of experience, I have learned the importance of incorporating emotional healing with body healing. Both are critical to healing the whole self. I am deeply passionate about supporting a diverse range of individuals through their unique life challenges. My practice encompasses working with individuals, parents, couples, older teens, and older adults, recognizing the distinct needs and dynamics each group presents. Whether it's navigating personal transitions, family dynamics, relationship issues, or the complexities of aging, I am committed to providing compassionate and effective support.
(505) 393-2385 View (505) 393-2385
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Aastha Gautam
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87107  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I’m Aastha (aah-sta), she/her, a mental health therapist. I deeply value providing safe, non-judgmental, culturally-informed, and anti-oppressive therapy to adults. My style as a therapist is warm and compassionate, utilizing humor when appropriate! I specialize in trauma, anxiety, intergenerational and/or past childhood trauma, experiences of BIPOC and multicultural individuals, parenting challenges, LGBTQ+ individuals, immigrants, adult children of immigrant parents, and individuals with hyphenated identities.
Hello and welcome! I’m Aastha (aah-sta), she/her, a mental health therapist. I deeply value providing safe, non-judgmental, culturally-informed, and anti-oppressive therapy to adults. My style as a therapist is warm and compassionate, utilizing humor when appropriate! I specialize in trauma, anxiety, intergenerational and/or past childhood trauma, experiences of BIPOC and multicultural individuals, parenting challenges, LGBTQ+ individuals, immigrants, adult children of immigrant parents, and individuals with hyphenated identities.
(505) 594-4955 View (505) 594-4955
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Casey Applegate-Aguilar
Counselor, PhD, MS, LPCC, LSAA, ACHt, CIMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87102  (Online Only)
Book with me now by clicking on my website. If you are anxious, irritable, and overwhelmed by parenting, having children may have activated old wounds. This is an invitation to heal. My clients are often neurodivergent and highly sensitive, with childhoods that left them feeling unsupported and confused. These experiences often manifest as worry, obsessiveness, relationship issues, and difficulty making decisions. We work together to un-learn the past and create a new way of being for yourself and your children.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. If you are anxious, irritable, and overwhelmed by parenting, having children may have activated old wounds. This is an invitation to heal. My clients are often neurodivergent and highly sensitive, with childhoods that left them feeling unsupported and confused. These experiences often manifest as worry, obsessiveness, relationship issues, and difficulty making decisions. We work together to un-learn the past and create a new way of being for yourself and your children.
(575) 305-7629 View (575) 305-7629
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Brittany Howell-Abbate
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87111
I would love to work alongside you and provide you with specific tools needed to reclaim your self-identity, find balance, learn parenting skills, improve communication, and increase motivation and happiness.
If you're struggling with the incredible, yet demanding gift that it is to be a parent, you're not alone. You might be a new parent filled with excitement, yet overwhelmed with anxiety and fear. Perhaps you're struggling to balance your professional career with your home life? Did you choose to stay at home raising children, only to discover there is no time left for you and you've lost your self-identity? You might be raising a Gen Z or Gen Alpha child and don't know how to communicate with them, or you're a soon to be empty nester, struggling with letting the child you dedicated your life to raising leave as they enter adulthood.
I would love to work alongside you and provide you with specific tools needed to reclaim your self-identity, find balance, learn parenting skills, improve communication, and increase motivation and happiness.
If you're struggling with the incredible, yet demanding gift that it is to be a parent, you're not alone. You might be a new parent filled with excitement, yet overwhelmed with anxiety and fear. Perhaps you're struggling to balance your professional career with your home life? Did you choose to stay at home raising children, only to discover there is no time left for you and you've lost your self-identity? You might be raising a Gen Z or Gen Alpha child and don't know how to communicate with them, or you're a soon to be empty nester, struggling with letting the child you dedicated your life to raising leave as they enter adulthood.
(505) 589-7186 View (505) 589-7186
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Jennie Dunnell
Counselor, MS, LPCC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87110  (Online Only)
At Gia Family Counseling, I am certified and specialize in perinatal mental health and provide support and guidance surrounding pregnancy, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, postpartum health, and the transition to parenthood. I also provide counseling for general stress, anxiety, depressed mood, family and relationship issues, life transitions, cultural identity issues, parenting/co- parenting, infant mental health, and attachment/bonding.
At Gia Family Counseling, I am certified and specialize in perinatal mental health and provide support and guidance surrounding pregnancy, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, postpartum health, and the transition to parenthood. I also provide counseling for general stress, anxiety, depressed mood, family and relationship issues, life transitions, cultural identity issues, parenting/co- parenting, infant mental health, and attachment/bonding.
(505) 405-2592 View (505) 405-2592
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Ione Lima
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CMHS
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87112
I work with families and individuals. I'll help you address issues such as Parent-Child Relationship Problems; Difficulty in functioning due to ADD; History of Relational/Family Trauma; Adult Trauma; Grief and Loss; Work and Career issues; Difficulty managing everyday stress; Depression and Anxiety.
I work with families and individuals. I'll help you address issues such as Parent-Child Relationship Problems; Difficulty in functioning due to ADD; History of Relational/Family Trauma; Adult Trauma; Grief and Loss; Work and Career issues; Difficulty managing everyday stress; Depression and Anxiety.
(425) 780-7903 View (425) 780-7903
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Patricia Martinez Burr, PhD, LPCC, NCC
Counselor, PhD, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87101
She taught at the graduate level as an Assistant Professor in Counseling; and trained as a Clinical Trauma Professional with IATP; trained in Infant Mental Health; and Circle of Security Intensive and Parenting.
"In relationships we are wounded, in relationships we heal" (author unknown). In my Behavioral Health Agency myself and my staff treat individuals who have suffered relational trauma or are looking to recover and enhance their understanding of self in relatedness to self and other. We also offer Comprehensive Community Support Services to serve Medicaid-insured teens and adults in the provision of support in the domains of independent living; education and learning; working, socializing, and recreation. Our practice prides itself in providing safe and compassionate service.
She taught at the graduate level as an Assistant Professor in Counseling; and trained as a Clinical Trauma Professional with IATP; trained in Infant Mental Health; and Circle of Security Intensive and Parenting.
"In relationships we are wounded, in relationships we heal" (author unknown). In my Behavioral Health Agency myself and my staff treat individuals who have suffered relational trauma or are looking to recover and enhance their understanding of self in relatedness to self and other. We also offer Comprehensive Community Support Services to serve Medicaid-insured teens and adults in the provision of support in the domains of independent living; education and learning; working, socializing, and recreation. Our practice prides itself in providing safe and compassionate service.
(505) 903-7305 View (505) 903-7305
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Marcia Filipiak
Counselor, LPCC, LADAC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87114
Do you feel lost, confused or stuck, trying your best, but things never seem to change or get better? Do you feel so panicked, nervous or sad, that just getting through your day is a struggle? Are you a parent that has tried everything you can think of to help your child but nothing seems to be working? I understand how just getting out of bed in the morning can take all of your energy or how anxiety or difficult experiences from the past can make you terrified to take the next step. It can be hard to trust someone after being hurt and talking to a counselor may seem scary. However, things can get better!
Do you feel lost, confused or stuck, trying your best, but things never seem to change or get better? Do you feel so panicked, nervous or sad, that just getting through your day is a struggle? Are you a parent that has tried everything you can think of to help your child but nothing seems to be working? I understand how just getting out of bed in the morning can take all of your energy or how anxiety or difficult experiences from the past can make you terrified to take the next step. It can be hard to trust someone after being hurt and talking to a counselor may seem scary. However, things can get better!
(505) 289-0198 View (505) 289-0198
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Mariah Hofmeister
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87101  (Online Only)
I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, tough behaviors and the overall stresses of life and/or parenting.
Hello! Did you just have a baby, or have a toddler or preschooler at home and feel totally overwhelmed and/or anxious? Is being a parent a lot harder than you expected? I agree, it is the hardest thing I've ever done! I love supporting parents. I have experience and a huge passion for working with postpartum parents as well as those with young children (biological, foster, and adoptive). I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, and a variety of parenting challenges. I have training and experience in maternal mental health, somatic therapy, attachment, trauma, mind-body connections, nature, play, and cognitive/behavior therapies.
I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, tough behaviors and the overall stresses of life and/or parenting.
Hello! Did you just have a baby, or have a toddler or preschooler at home and feel totally overwhelmed and/or anxious? Is being a parent a lot harder than you expected? I agree, it is the hardest thing I've ever done! I love supporting parents. I have experience and a huge passion for working with postpartum parents as well as those with young children (biological, foster, and adoptive). I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, and a variety of parenting challenges. I have training and experience in maternal mental health, somatic therapy, attachment, trauma, mind-body connections, nature, play, and cognitive/behavior therapies.
(720) 307-8363 View (720) 307-8363
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Cathleen Wilde, MA LPCC
Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87109
Raising a family today is hard work! Breakups, parent conflicts, personal, and family issues can be overwhelming.
Over 27 years I've had the privilege of helping children, teens, parents, co-parents, adults, and families; facing tough and painful circumstances. Family, Children's, Delinquency, and Criminal cases continues to lend support for those involved in legal matters. Parents are powerful influencers good & bad. I work to improve, empower and educate for more functional relationships. Children and teens often need an objective ear to help them with increasing pressures. Adults seeking support and problem-solving tools for relationships, career, and childhood-effects are also valued focus. This includes the effects of trauma and abuse.
Raising a family today is hard work! Breakups, parent conflicts, personal, and family issues can be overwhelming.
Over 27 years I've had the privilege of helping children, teens, parents, co-parents, adults, and families; facing tough and painful circumstances. Family, Children's, Delinquency, and Criminal cases continues to lend support for those involved in legal matters. Parents are powerful influencers good & bad. I work to improve, empower and educate for more functional relationships. Children and teens often need an objective ear to help them with increasing pressures. Adults seeking support and problem-solving tools for relationships, career, and childhood-effects are also valued focus. This includes the effects of trauma and abuse.
(505) 715-4644 View (505) 715-4644
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Michael Boyle
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CDBT
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87109  (Online Only)
As a parent of 3 active kids running abusiness, I also know the stresses and strains of life.
Working together might be a great fit if you are an intelligent, typically motivated person who is ready to make positive changes that can dramatically improve your life. One of my practice mottos is "we can do more than talk about it, but we can talk about it, too." Sometimes it is really important to be heard - to get things off your chest in a warm, supportive context. But beyond that, it is also really beneficial to do things that will naturally result in feeling better. I've made it my specialty to gather as many practical maps, tools, and instructions for exactly what to do... to feel better and better: body, mind and spirit.
As a parent of 3 active kids running abusiness, I also know the stresses and strains of life.
Working together might be a great fit if you are an intelligent, typically motivated person who is ready to make positive changes that can dramatically improve your life. One of my practice mottos is "we can do more than talk about it, but we can talk about it, too." Sometimes it is really important to be heard - to get things off your chest in a warm, supportive context. But beyond that, it is also really beneficial to do things that will naturally result in feeling better. I've made it my specialty to gather as many practical maps, tools, and instructions for exactly what to do... to feel better and better: body, mind and spirit.
(505) 572-1080 View (505) 572-1080
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Karen McDonald
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87107
Whether you are experiencing emotional distress or a conflicted relationship, connecting with a counselor will absolutely help! I work with adult doing individual counseling. Specialty areas include PTSD, depression, anxiety, emotional eating/eating disorders, behavior management, relationship difficulties, improving communication, increasing self esteem/worth and parenting. Whatever issue you are facing, we can work together to increase your ability to make positive changes in your life and in your relationships.
Whether you are experiencing emotional distress or a conflicted relationship, connecting with a counselor will absolutely help! I work with adult doing individual counseling. Specialty areas include PTSD, depression, anxiety, emotional eating/eating disorders, behavior management, relationship difficulties, improving communication, increasing self esteem/worth and parenting. Whatever issue you are facing, we can work together to increase your ability to make positive changes in your life and in your relationships.
(505) 814-5298 View (505) 814-5298
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Gia Family Counseling, LLC
Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87110  (Online Only)
Individual, couples, and family counseling to address life transitions, mood and anxiety disorders, stress, relationship issues, parenting/co- parenting, perinatal mental health, women's issues, and cultural identity issues.
When choosing a therapist, it’s important to find the right fit for your needs. We provide services via telehealth to individuals, couples, and families through all life stages. We want you to feel heard and supported through life’s challenges. Our goal is to help you find strategies to cope, improve your relationship with yourself and others, and strengthen your support system in order to live a more balanced life. Together, we can get there.
Individual, couples, and family counseling to address life transitions, mood and anxiety disorders, stress, relationship issues, parenting/co- parenting, perinatal mental health, women's issues, and cultural identity issues.
When choosing a therapist, it’s important to find the right fit for your needs. We provide services via telehealth to individuals, couples, and families through all life stages. We want you to feel heard and supported through life’s challenges. Our goal is to help you find strategies to cope, improve your relationship with yourself and others, and strengthen your support system in order to live a more balanced life. Together, we can get there.
(505) 477-6891 View (505) 477-6891
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Linda Salomone
Counselor, PhD, LPCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87109
I work with individuals presenting with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, spanning from counseling for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond. My treatment approach is geared to meet the specific needs of the client(s) and integrates client-centered, psychodynamic, family systems, interpersonal relationship, and cognitive/behavioral theories. It is strength-based and includes motivational interviewing. I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my clients' individual needs or relationship needs to help them attain the personal growth for which they're striving.
I work with individuals presenting with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, spanning from counseling for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond. My treatment approach is geared to meet the specific needs of the client(s) and integrates client-centered, psychodynamic, family systems, interpersonal relationship, and cognitive/behavioral theories. It is strength-based and includes motivational interviewing. I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my clients' individual needs or relationship needs to help them attain the personal growth for which they're striving.
(505) 240-6706 View (505) 240-6706
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Jodi Ahrend
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87102
After years of helping people while working for various agencies, in 2022 I opened my own practice to work directly with adults and seniors who want to better manage their lives, and to learn how to thrive and enjoy life. Often drawing on all of my prior experience working in the legal system, my own history of substance abuse and recovery, domestic violence and numerous major life changes and health issues as well as being a mom and grandmother. My practice focuses on recovery from substances, grief & loss therapy, parent coaching, guidance through the criminal justice system, and dealing with change at any life stage
After years of helping people while working for various agencies, in 2022 I opened my own practice to work directly with adults and seniors who want to better manage their lives, and to learn how to thrive and enjoy life. Often drawing on all of my prior experience working in the legal system, my own history of substance abuse and recovery, domestic violence and numerous major life changes and health issues as well as being a mom and grandmother. My practice focuses on recovery from substances, grief & loss therapy, parent coaching, guidance through the criminal justice system, and dealing with change at any life stage
(505) 805-2737 View (505) 805-2737
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Sarah Steele, Psy.D. LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87106
I have experience treating a large range of issues but the primary reasons people come to see me are depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. I can help you to understand the underlying issues and to make changes in your life that bring you more balance and fulfillment. We can work short or long term, insight or solution-focused, depending on your needs. I see adolescents and can see parents of children of all ages to work on parenting issues and behavior management.
I have experience treating a large range of issues but the primary reasons people come to see me are depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. I can help you to understand the underlying issues and to make changes in your life that bring you more balance and fulfillment. We can work short or long term, insight or solution-focused, depending on your needs. I see adolescents and can see parents of children of all ages to work on parenting issues and behavior management.
(505) 835-1651 View (505) 835-1651
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Erica Van Leuven
Counselor, CPC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87120  (Online Only)
When you are ready to work and feel change in your life, to notice things & deliberately work on constructing the desired outcome, we can work together to accomplish what you are hoping for. We can get you through anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting struggles or whatever else you might be facing. And know that if I cannot help you, I will work to try to help you find someone that can. I never leave people hanging; I see things through to support you fully.
When you are ready to work and feel change in your life, to notice things & deliberately work on constructing the desired outcome, we can work together to accomplish what you are hoping for. We can get you through anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting struggles or whatever else you might be facing. And know that if I cannot help you, I will work to try to help you find someone that can. I never leave people hanging; I see things through to support you fully.
(505) 391-5254 View (505) 391-5254
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Tara Bremer Quintana
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87111
Tara is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a broad range of professional experience. She works with children, adolescents, and adults in both individual and family settings. She has experience assisting clients as they navigate life transitions, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, stress, emotional disturbance, trauma, anger, parenting challenges, low self esteem, and systemic familial and relationship issues. She practices from a generalist perspective, drawing from multiple treatment modalities including, but not limited to, cognitive behavioral, strength based, psycho dynamic, crisis management, family systems, solution focused, and narrative therapies.
Tara is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a broad range of professional experience. She works with children, adolescents, and adults in both individual and family settings. She has experience assisting clients as they navigate life transitions, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, stress, emotional disturbance, trauma, anger, parenting challenges, low self esteem, and systemic familial and relationship issues. She practices from a generalist perspective, drawing from multiple treatment modalities including, but not limited to, cognitive behavioral, strength based, psycho dynamic, crisis management, family systems, solution focused, and narrative therapies.
(505) 322-6797 View (505) 322-6797
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Dusty L Humes, Ph.D., Clinical & Forensic Svcs
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87104  (Online Only)
Special training in treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder, Narcissistic Personality Disorder, and Parent-Adolescent Conflict.
I had a psychology practice in Austin for 20 years, relocating to Albuquerque in 2012. As an outgrowth of my continuing work with clients from Texas, I have developed a specialty in providing internet therapy. My specialties include eating disorders, complex mood disorders, personality disorders, recovery from narcissistic abuse, and helping families with "failure to launch" young adults. I also provide consultation to parents who are struggling with an oppositional adolescent or an adult child with ongoing difficulties. I provide both therapeutic and forensic psychological evaluations.
Special training in treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder, Narcissistic Personality Disorder, and Parent-Adolescent Conflict.
I had a psychology practice in Austin for 20 years, relocating to Albuquerque in 2012. As an outgrowth of my continuing work with clients from Texas, I have developed a specialty in providing internet therapy. My specialties include eating disorders, complex mood disorders, personality disorders, recovery from narcissistic abuse, and helping families with "failure to launch" young adults. I also provide consultation to parents who are struggling with an oppositional adolescent or an adult child with ongoing difficulties. I provide both therapeutic and forensic psychological evaluations.
(505) 806-1446 View (505) 806-1446
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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.