Parenting

I taught court-ordered Parenting Education for those who have lost custody of their children. And, I've raised two humans of my own.

When treating children, I primarily use a family-based approach and particularly enjoy working with families to help them find ways to more positively interact with their children as well as effectively manage and nurture behavior.

I am most passionate about working with parents, those involved in the child welfare system, and youth who have experienced trauma.

I support parents from pregnancy through postpartum to teen parenting. My approach addresses the emotional and psychological challenges of each stage, including anxiety, depression, and parenting stress. I help parents develop effective communication and coping strategies, manage stress, and build strong, nurturing relationships with their children.

I have many years of experience working with parents/caregivers of children with unique health and developmental challenges.

I repeatedly hear my clients who are parents (especially those who are parents of young children), that they often feel unsupported and left behind. I often help parents find their way through parental burnout, balance parenting obligations with demanding work schedules, and find a sense of peace amongst the anxiety and uncertainty that can accompany raising children.

I enjoy working with families through all of life’s ups and downs. I believe in meeting families where they are at, and working together to create a plan for mental and emotional wellness for the whole family. I have experience helping families support children exploring their gender identity and expression.

"Have kids", they said. "It'll be fun", they said. "It's the miracle of life!", they said. Yet, you find yourself deeply discouraged, exhausted... always, and frustrated beyond what you thought was humanly conceivable. What if there's another way you haven't tried yet that actually works. The bad news? It's hard. The good news? It ACTUALLY WORKS and IT'S WORTH IT! Talk with me and let's make parenting less punishing, more practical, and really enjoyable!

Parenting can be an extremely taxing experience resulting in stress and conflict. When parents are struggling it can be because they need help with how to respond to certain behaviors a child is exhibiting and/or because their own wounds are being triggered by their child's behavior. Therefore, my approach in working with parents is a combination of coaching and a blend of therapeutic modalities to uncover the deeper layers of what is impacting the parent-child dynamic.

I love helping parents learn how to play and interact with their children in developmentally appropriate ways. I have almost a decade of experience working with children who have experienced trauma. Using play and a brain-based approach, I help families increase their bonding and attachment. I teach parents effective parenting strategies and skills, and I teach children behavioral management skills. I have training in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, Triple P Parenting, and Circle of Security.

As a parent of 3 children I am a forever learning to navigate the joys of parenthood. I have a passion for equipping parents using strategies such as Love and Logic. While teaching parents skills and tools to add to their parenting toolbox, I often find myself learning from their examples and experience.

Attachment Parenting Positive Psychology Consistency, care & communication

My approach to parenting challenges will vary based on the issue, but is largely rooted in understanding the client's relational patterns, attachments, and triggers; exploring cultural and familial pressures; and soothing the nervous system in times of stress. Parenting issues and barriers I specialize in: the client's own history of trauma, raising a child with ASD/ADHD or other sensitivity challenges, co-parenting or divorce, and performance-centered parenting approaches.

Challenges with parenting often cause couple conflict, so I work to support parent couples in connecting and remembering who they were before becoming parents. We will work with your differing parenting styles so that everyone's perspective is heard and valued, along with learning concrete parenting tools from research to improve both your relationship and your child's behavior.

Parenting and coparenting is a difficult journey, which requires support and encouragement while guiding children and teens through various challenges that they are presented with today. With increasingly complex social systems and pressures unique to today, parent are faced with depressed and anxious children and teens more than ever. I am honored to be able to partner with you and support you on your parenthood journey.

Parenting is not for the faint of heart. As a parent of 3 daughters, I often feel like I am herding alligators! I often wonder how can I provide all of the love and support they need, keep them on track educationally & keep them safe? I enjoy working with parents who are navigating through these turbulent waters. I truly enjoy helping parents problem-solve, set boundaries, and reap the benefits of a healthy relationship with their kids.