Family and Parenting
Parenting Support
You may have dreamt of having a child of your own one day. You may have painted a picture in your mind of what your family would look like. It may have been laughing around the dinner table, fun-filled vacations, siblings as best friends, lots of smiles, hugs and kisses.
Now you are a parent and have come to the realization that this idyllic family you envisioned is not quite that. But you are not alone. We all have those same visions and dreams when starting a family.
Your family does share many positive experiences, however, you are here because there may be conflict, fighting, isolation, and disconnectedness in your home. You may be wondering if you are doing this “right”. I understand that you only want the best for your child but sometimes being a parent is overwhelming and exhausting. Let’s face it, there is no guidebook to tell you what to do. You often feel guilt, anxiety, and even anger.
I am here to offer guidance, support, and practical tools as you navigate the trials and tribulations of parenthood.
Specialties
Strategies to reshape behavior, encouraging independence, restoring positive family relationships, effective behavior management systems
While your child or teen may be the primary client I know that each family member is an integral part of a child’s life therefore there may be times when you are included in the therapeutic process with your child or teen.
Family involvement in treatment and ongoing recovery is critical to success for your child. For this reason, you may be asked to join a session or two to aid your child as they work through their challenges.
Specialties
Communication, transitions, relationships, family dynamics, exploring supports in the school and community
Family Support
“There is no such thing as being a perfect parent. So just be a real one.”
-Sue Atkins