Parenting Therapists in Kirkland, WA
I am licensed mental health counselor associate; however, I am also a wife, a mother, a stepmother, a daughter, and a friend. Each role is deeply significant to me and brings immense value to my life. My approach to therapy is informed as much by my formal training as it is by perspectives gained in these roles. I work with people who are walking through faith deconstruction and working to find identity outside of a belief system, parent/caregiver support, and those walking through life transitions. I believe that a large contributor of our suffering is the mismatch between our expectations and reality.
I am licensed mental health counselor associate; however, I am also a wife, a mother, a stepmother, a daughter, and a friend. Each role is deeply significant to me and brings immense value to my life. My approach to therapy is informed as much by my formal training as it is by perspectives gained in these roles. I work with people who are walking through faith deconstruction and working to find identity outside of a belief system, parent/caregiver support, and those walking through life transitions. I believe that a large contributor of our suffering is the mismatch between our expectations and reality.
Welcome! Making the first step is not always easy. I am glad you are here and I am honored to help you find your way to be your best self whether it is parenting skills or learning how to be the partner you want to be or whether your child needs help navigating the challenging world they live in today.
Welcome! Making the first step is not always easy. I am glad you are here and I am honored to help you find your way to be your best self whether it is parenting skills or learning how to be the partner you want to be or whether your child needs help navigating the challenging world they live in today.
Karin Ballantyne, MSW, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Kirkland, WA 98033 (Online Only)
My practice is largely focused on family members who have been impacted by divorce or separation of parents and in particular, families who have been designated as high conflict. I offer parent coaching for parents with children of any age and post decree Parent Coordination/Case Management services. I offer skills training in areas such as Managing Emotions and Flexible Thinking (for advanced problem solving). Since 2001, I am able to provide coaching in communications with an ex-partner or spouse in order to decrease conflict.
My practice is largely focused on family members who have been impacted by divorce or separation of parents and in particular, families who have been designated as high conflict. I offer parent coaching for parents with children of any age and post decree Parent Coordination/Case Management services. I offer skills training in areas such as Managing Emotions and Flexible Thinking (for advanced problem solving). Since 2001, I am able to provide coaching in communications with an ex-partner or spouse in order to decrease conflict.
I offer individual counseling for youth and adults, couples counseling, and parent support/coaching.
Currently accepting individual clients. Waitlist for couples clients. I offer a confidential space to talk, feel your emotions, gain insight, and grow. I am here to listen to you while offering reflections, feedback, and insight from a therapeutic lens. I believe that exploration leads to change and once you get started, you will begin to feel different in many areas of your life.
I offer individual counseling for youth and adults, couples counseling, and parent support/coaching.
Currently accepting individual clients. Waitlist for couples clients. I offer a confidential space to talk, feel your emotions, gain insight, and grow. I am here to listen to you while offering reflections, feedback, and insight from a therapeutic lens. I believe that exploration leads to change and once you get started, you will begin to feel different in many areas of your life.
My specialty is working with adolescents as well as Parent Coaching.
Our counselors work with young children to adolescents on issues such as school performance, anxiety, relationships, and behavior. We also provide parent coaching to support parents efforts to help their children and family thrive. We believe the family is a system, so we try to also work with parents in various supportive capacities. This includes coaching to create a better family as well as helping divorcing parents co- parent more effectively.
My specialty is working with adolescents as well as Parent Coaching.
Our counselors work with young children to adolescents on issues such as school performance, anxiety, relationships, and behavior. We also provide parent coaching to support parents efforts to help their children and family thrive. We believe the family is a system, so we try to also work with parents in various supportive capacities. This includes coaching to create a better family as well as helping divorcing parents co- parent more effectively.
Our sessions can be focused on your needs, your parenting struggles, or a mixture of both!.
Currently accepting new clients and offering both in-person and virtual sessions! I specialize in working with mothers who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and/or who are just feeling overwhelmed. Being a parent is a joy like no other, but it is also immensely demanding. Experiencing your own difficulties while also trying to be there for your child(ren)’s needs can be extremely exhausting. It is so easy to lose yourself in it all. I am here to help you navigate your role as a parent as well as to help you find the space to foster your own self-compassion and self-care.
Our sessions can be focused on your needs, your parenting struggles, or a mixture of both!.
Currently accepting new clients and offering both in-person and virtual sessions! I specialize in working with mothers who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and/or who are just feeling overwhelmed. Being a parent is a joy like no other, but it is also immensely demanding. Experiencing your own difficulties while also trying to be there for your child(ren)’s needs can be extremely exhausting. It is so easy to lose yourself in it all. I am here to help you navigate your role as a parent as well as to help you find the space to foster your own self-compassion and self-care.
Pathlight Counseling Pllc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Kirkland, WA 98033 (Online Only)
Services include: Parent coaching; individual therapy for children 10+; therapy with adults for parenting, grief, & stress management; counseling for wives with spouses on the spectrum; college application and career counseling packages for teens.
Each family is unique, but some have exceptional needs. As a mom of kids with special issues, and having worked in special education for decades, I understand the needs of exceptional families. I love working with children on grief, anxiety, self-esteem, social skills, etc; parents struggling with their child's diagnosis will appreciate my understanding and ability to provide concrete steps to improve coping. Recently, I have obtained my certificate in Independent Educational Consulting and have immersed myself in the world of college admissions, & provide college counseling for teens, including those with disabilities.
Services include: Parent coaching; individual therapy for children 10+; therapy with adults for parenting, grief, & stress management; counseling for wives with spouses on the spectrum; college application and career counseling packages for teens.
Each family is unique, but some have exceptional needs. As a mom of kids with special issues, and having worked in special education for decades, I understand the needs of exceptional families. I love working with children on grief, anxiety, self-esteem, social skills, etc; parents struggling with their child's diagnosis will appreciate my understanding and ability to provide concrete steps to improve coping. Recently, I have obtained my certificate in Independent Educational Consulting and have immersed myself in the world of college admissions, & provide college counseling for teens, including those with disabilities.
Soul Perseverance Therapy, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kirkland, WA 98034
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Art Therapist, I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals, people with disabilities, medical trauma, and those experiencing grief and loss. My unique approach includes nature-based therapy, where I meet clients outdoors to foster healing in a natural environment. My greatest strength is my ability to connect deeply with clients, meeting them where they're at. With lived experience in the areas I specialize in, I bring empathy and understanding to my practice. As a parent of a neurodivergent child, I am familiar with the unique challenges families face.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Art Therapist, I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals, people with disabilities, medical trauma, and those experiencing grief and loss. My unique approach includes nature-based therapy, where I meet clients outdoors to foster healing in a natural environment. My greatest strength is my ability to connect deeply with clients, meeting them where they're at. With lived experience in the areas I specialize in, I bring empathy and understanding to my practice. As a parent of a neurodivergent child, I am familiar with the unique challenges families face.
I use community-based experience and evidence-based practices derived from cognitive behavioral therapy, parent coaching, somatic and trauma informed therapy.
As a bilingual and bicultural Spanish speaking therapist I have a passion to work with Latinx community. I believe it is very important to understand a client's background, and belief system from a cultural and social perspective. I have experience supporting people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, life transitions and parenting challenges. I work with adults, children and their parents/caregivers. People need a space where they can feel listened and safe to tell stories of pain and trauma. But also, a place where someone believes in them and can be an ally in their path to find their authentic self.
I use community-based experience and evidence-based practices derived from cognitive behavioral therapy, parent coaching, somatic and trauma informed therapy.
As a bilingual and bicultural Spanish speaking therapist I have a passion to work with Latinx community. I believe it is very important to understand a client's background, and belief system from a cultural and social perspective. I have experience supporting people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, life transitions and parenting challenges. I work with adults, children and their parents/caregivers. People need a space where they can feel listened and safe to tell stories of pain and trauma. But also, a place where someone believes in them and can be an ally in their path to find their authentic self.
Through a combination of parent coaching and child/teen counseling, together we can reach that goal of your family thriving.
As a long-time teacher, I love the energy that children and teens bring to their world. When changes in the family or challenges in the child or teen's social or academic world arise, difficult emotions and related behaviors can be a problem. No matter what age, children, teens, and even parents are always learning and need support to manage those challenges.
Through a combination of parent coaching and child/teen counseling, together we can reach that goal of your family thriving.
As a long-time teacher, I love the energy that children and teens bring to their world. When changes in the family or challenges in the child or teen's social or academic world arise, difficult emotions and related behaviors can be a problem. No matter what age, children, teens, and even parents are always learning and need support to manage those challenges.
As an expert in parenting, anxiety, and OCD, I’m here to support you in finding real relief.
Do you ever feel like you're not in control of yourself? Do you find yourself wrestling with unwanted thoughts or images that just won't go away? Do you have to constantly distract yourself to ease your thoughts or emotions? Are you often held back from doing things you genuinely want to do because of a fear of failure or judgment? Do you feel like balancing school, work, family, and parenting is too much to handle?
As an expert in parenting, anxiety, and OCD, I’m here to support you in finding real relief.
Do you ever feel like you're not in control of yourself? Do you find yourself wrestling with unwanted thoughts or images that just won't go away? Do you have to constantly distract yourself to ease your thoughts or emotions? Are you often held back from doing things you genuinely want to do because of a fear of failure or judgment? Do you feel like balancing school, work, family, and parenting is too much to handle?
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I enjoy working with folks on issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, social skills, perfectionism, self-esteem, grief/loss, family changes, coping skills, anger issues, behavioral issues, relationship issues, life transitions and school success. I also regularly work with folks with ADHD and ASD. My goal is to help clients achieve emotional stability, personal growth, and overall life satisfaction. Whether it's reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety, overcoming trauma, or enhancing relationship dynamics, I am committed to supporting my clients every step of the way.
I use CBT, DBT & parent training curriculum.
I enjoy working with folks on issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, social skills, perfectionism, self-esteem, grief/loss, family changes, coping skills, anger issues, behavioral issues, relationship issues, life transitions and school success. I also regularly work with folks with ADHD and ASD. My goal is to help clients achieve emotional stability, personal growth, and overall life satisfaction. Whether it's reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety, overcoming trauma, or enhancing relationship dynamics, I am committed to supporting my clients every step of the way.
Mary Hill (Perinatal Mental Health)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kirkland, WA 98033 (Online Only)
I offer specialized care for the tender perinatal stages of pregnancy, birth, postpartum and early parenting.
The transition to parenthood is really hard, isn’t it? Maybe the journey to becoming a parent has been long and challenging. Maybe your vision for what having a newborn would be like has been abruptly altered by the reality of it all. Maybe your dreams feel like they’re falling apart as you grieve a pregnancy loss or grieve who you used to be in the “before times”. This season of life is such a uniquely transformative period that it can throw even the most well-prepared people into a state of emotional and mental chaos they never saw coming.
I offer specialized care for the tender perinatal stages of pregnancy, birth, postpartum and early parenting.
The transition to parenthood is really hard, isn’t it? Maybe the journey to becoming a parent has been long and challenging. Maybe your vision for what having a newborn would be like has been abruptly altered by the reality of it all. Maybe your dreams feel like they’re falling apart as you grieve a pregnancy loss or grieve who you used to be in the “before times”. This season of life is such a uniquely transformative period that it can throw even the most well-prepared people into a state of emotional and mental chaos they never saw coming.
Since earning my Master's degree in 1999, I've received continuing education in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, interpersonal neurobiology, attachment theory, trauma, parenting, mental health law and ethics, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, suicidality, personality disorders, and psychopharmacology.
Areas of expertise/interest include trauma; anxiety; unipolar, bipolar and post partum depression; family of origin/relational issues; parenting; grief & loss; and developmental transitions through adolescence into adulthood.
Since earning my Master's degree in 1999, I've received continuing education in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, interpersonal neurobiology, attachment theory, trauma, parenting, mental health law and ethics, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, suicidality, personality disorders, and psychopharmacology.
Areas of expertise/interest include trauma; anxiety; unipolar, bipolar and post partum depression; family of origin/relational issues; parenting; grief & loss; and developmental transitions through adolescence into adulthood.
Sarah Loux
Counselor, MA, LMHC, PLLC
Verified Verified
Kirkland, WA 98034 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My primary specialization is in relationship issues, struggles with family of origin, and parenting struggles.
Life can bring pain and frustration into one's heart and mind. It creates sadness, anxiety, and a feeling of being stuck. It may feel hard to imagine that it is possible to see the light at the end of the tunnel. You may feel stuck personally or within your relationships. Therapy can offer clarity and strength as you work through, rather than avoid, that which causes you pain. Providing a safe space for someone to process is essential, and together we can traverse the inner journey of self-discovery. Exploring one's thoughts, feelings, and the unconscious can help illuminate what keeps one stuck in unhealthy patterns.
My primary specialization is in relationship issues, struggles with family of origin, and parenting struggles.
Life can bring pain and frustration into one's heart and mind. It creates sadness, anxiety, and a feeling of being stuck. It may feel hard to imagine that it is possible to see the light at the end of the tunnel. You may feel stuck personally or within your relationships. Therapy can offer clarity and strength as you work through, rather than avoid, that which causes you pain. Providing a safe space for someone to process is essential, and together we can traverse the inner journey of self-discovery. Exploring one's thoughts, feelings, and the unconscious can help illuminate what keeps one stuck in unhealthy patterns.
Seattle Neurocounseling
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC, MHP, CCPT-2
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kirkland, WA 98034
We have openings now. My name is Carmen Noel. I am the owner of a small multi-disciplinary practice in Kirkland. Each of our counselors has different specialty areas. We work with children, youth and adults of all ages. Some of our specialty areas include trauma, ADHD, parenting, behavioral issues, Perinatal and post partum issues, autism, injury and health related issues, OCD, depression and anxiety related disorders. Please email us to book.
We have openings now. My name is Carmen Noel. I am the owner of a small multi-disciplinary practice in Kirkland. Each of our counselors has different specialty areas. We work with children, youth and adults of all ages. Some of our specialty areas include trauma, ADHD, parenting, behavioral issues, Perinatal and post partum issues, autism, injury and health related issues, OCD, depression and anxiety related disorders. Please email us to book.
I want to help you heal your relationship with yourself and others, whether you are an adult child, parent, or a spouse.
Being vulnerable and feeling hopeless in a grief journey can be a vulnerable experience. I have witnessed many individuals’ emotional, relational, and spiritual struggles and their personal process of healing. With a compassionate stance, I will help you perceive yourself courageous for being vulnerable, both in restoring broken relationships and walking in the journey to find fulfillment in life. I have helped individuals, couples, and families work through emotional struggles such as grief and trauma, parenting related challenges as well as relational and communication issues in marriages and families.
I want to help you heal your relationship with yourself and others, whether you are an adult child, parent, or a spouse.
Being vulnerable and feeling hopeless in a grief journey can be a vulnerable experience. I have witnessed many individuals’ emotional, relational, and spiritual struggles and their personal process of healing. With a compassionate stance, I will help you perceive yourself courageous for being vulnerable, both in restoring broken relationships and walking in the journey to find fulfillment in life. I have helped individuals, couples, and families work through emotional struggles such as grief and trauma, parenting related challenges as well as relational and communication issues in marriages and families.
Are you at a crossroads in life? I support adults as they work through present struggles and past painful experiences like divorce (see my Men's Divorce Support Group info below), career issues, chronic pain, grief, parenting concerns, and other stressors. Another focus area of my practice is on processing religious abuse, deconstruction, and spiritual exploration. It is common to experience anxiety, depression, low self esteem, and a host of other symptoms in response to traumatic experiences, but healing is possible no matter what you are facing.
Are you at a crossroads in life? I support adults as they work through present struggles and past painful experiences like divorce (see my Men's Divorce Support Group info below), career issues, chronic pain, grief, parenting concerns, and other stressors. Another focus area of my practice is on processing religious abuse, deconstruction, and spiritual exploration. It is common to experience anxiety, depression, low self esteem, and a host of other symptoms in response to traumatic experiences, but healing is possible no matter what you are facing.
Lucinda Bennewith-Davis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kirkland, WA 98033
I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship stress, and more. I work with children 6-17 years old, with a parent/primary care-giver. I am passionate about working with those navigating the mental load of motherhood, IVF/fertility issues, multicultural identity, and internalized oppression. I enjoy working systemically with families, to help gain a better understanding of how their "operating system" may contribute to the presenting issue and ways to shift it. I incorporate body awareness techniques with all my clients to improve the mind body connection.
I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship stress, and more. I work with children 6-17 years old, with a parent/primary care-giver. I am passionate about working with those navigating the mental load of motherhood, IVF/fertility issues, multicultural identity, and internalized oppression. I enjoy working systemically with families, to help gain a better understanding of how their "operating system" may contribute to the presenting issue and ways to shift it. I incorporate body awareness techniques with all my clients to improve the mind body connection.
Jordan Stephenson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kirkland, WA 98033 (Online Only)
Whether you're battling anxiety, depression, trauma, or navigating parenting struggles, I help my clients find the peace and growth they are seeking.
Accepting new clients via telehealth! My name is Jordan, and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT) who emphasizes authenticity and keeping it real. My dedication is to guide you in discovering your strengths and creating a life that empowers you to be your happiest and healthiest self. I believe that every individual is the expert of their own life which is why I take a collaborative approach to the therapeutic process.
Whether you're battling anxiety, depression, trauma, or navigating parenting struggles, I help my clients find the peace and growth they are seeking.
Accepting new clients via telehealth! My name is Jordan, and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT) who emphasizes authenticity and keeping it real. My dedication is to guide you in discovering your strengths and creating a life that empowers you to be your happiest and healthiest self. I believe that every individual is the expert of their own life which is why I take a collaborative approach to the therapeutic process.
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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.