Parent Coaching

Because They Didn't Come with an Instruction Manual

One of the most rewarding parts of being a therapist is getting to work directly with parents. Our kids are our world, and we want to raise them to be independent, successful, confident, and kind individuals. We hope to have a parent/child relationship where our children trust our guidance and know they can come to us in times of struggle, but sometimes it can feel like everything is going wrong. We find ourselves saying and doing things we never imagined saying and doing as parents. It can seem like there are more tears than smiles, and we’re fighting a never-ending battle with the people we love the most. No matter how difficult the situation has gotten, there is hope, and things can get better.

We are looking forward to working with you to identify the unique challenges your family is facing and discussing your specific goals. We will work with you to develop strategies and implement techniques that address these challenges and help you and your family reach your goals. It is an honor to help parents feel empowered and equipped to be the best versions of their already awesome selves.

Parenting Through the Infant & Early Childhood Years

Little ones, big emotions, and finding your footing as a parent.

They may be little, but the challenges of raising infants, toddlers, and preschoolers can feel enormous! These early years are filled with precious milestones, exciting discoveries, and moments of pure joy, but they can also leave even the most loving parents feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and unsure of what to do next. Maybe you're struggling with sleepless nights, bedtime battles, picky eating, separation anxiety, or tantrums that seem to come out of nowhere. Perhaps your little one is biting, hitting, struggling with potty training, or having a hard time adjusting to a new sibling. You love this little person more than anything, but sometimes you wish they had come with an instructions! Before becoming a licensed mental health counselor, I spent ten wonderful years working as a preschool teacher and private nanny, and infant and early childhood mental health continues to be one of my favorite areas of practice. Parent coaching can help you better understand your child's developmental needs, make sense of challenging behaviors, and establish age-appropriate routines, boundaries, and strategies that encourage healthy emotional development. My goal is to help you feel more confident and empowered as a parent while creating a happier, more connected, and peaceful home for your family.

Parenting Through the Elementary School Years

Big feelings, growing independence, and learning to navigate the world.

The elementary school years are full of exciting milestones, but they can also bring some unexpected challenges. Maybe your child struggles with big emotions, melts down over seemingly little things, has difficulty following directions, or seems to save their most challenging behaviors for home. Perhaps you're navigating friendship struggles, school anxiety, sibling rivalry, or constant power struggles over everyday routines. These are the years when children are learning to understand their emotions, manage frustration, and develop confidence in themselves. Parent coaching can help you better understand what's driving your child's behavior, respond in ways that strengthen your connection, and establish healthy boundaries that help your child feel both secure and capable.

Parenting Through the Middle School Years

Big changes, big emotions, and the push for independence.

One minute your child wants your help, and the next they want you to leave them alone. Welcome to the middle school years! Between changing friendships, social pressures, puberty, and the growing desire for independence, parenting can suddenly feel like navigating unfamiliar territory. You may notice more attitude, emotional ups and downs, secrecy, arguments, or a child who seems increasingly sensitive to everything you say. And just when they need your guidance most, they may start pushing you away. Parent coaching can help you navigate these changes, reduce power struggles, maintain healthy boundaries, and find ways to keep communication open while giving your child the space they need to grow.

Parenting Through the High School Years

Finding the balance between holding on and letting go.

Parenting a teenager can feel like a constant balancing act. You want to give them freedom, but you also want to protect them from choices that could have lasting consequences. Maybe you're struggling with motivation, school responsibilities, screen time, dating, friendships, broken trust, or disagreements about rules and expectations. Perhaps conversations that used to come easily now turn into arguments, one-word answers, or closed bedroom doors. As teenagers begin developing their own identities and preparing for adulthood, parents often find themselves wondering when to step in, when to step back, and how to stay connected through it all. Parent coaching can help you navigate these difficult decisions, establish appropriate boundaries, encourage responsibility, and build the kind of relationship that allows your teen to turn to you for guidance, even as they become more independent.

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