Parenting Therapists in Las Vegas, NV

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Kelsey Milam
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89135  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My specialties include working with gender diverse folks, trauma, and parenting for individuals aged 18 and up.
I am a 100% telehealth therapist, providing care across the state of Nevada. No matter the person or concern, I provide a passionate and caring approach for clients to work through all of life’s challenges, whether that be chronic illness, major life transitions, relationship issues, trauma, or a sexual and gender identity journey. As a counselor, I am here to listen, partner with you, and offer support for you to overcome obstacles, meet your goals, and ultimately live your best life possible.
My specialties include working with gender diverse folks, trauma, and parenting for individuals aged 18 and up.
I am a 100% telehealth therapist, providing care across the state of Nevada. No matter the person or concern, I provide a passionate and caring approach for clients to work through all of life’s challenges, whether that be chronic illness, major life transitions, relationship issues, trauma, or a sexual and gender identity journey. As a counselor, I am here to listen, partner with you, and offer support for you to overcome obstacles, meet your goals, and ultimately live your best life possible.
(702) 842-9410 View (702) 842-9410
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Dr. Jasmine Fayeghi Schnurstein
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89148
I believe parent involvement in treatment is the key to success.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in evidence-based practices with children, adolescents, and their families. My primary treatment focus is working with children with internalizing behaviors (anxiety, OCD, specific fears) and externalizing behaviors (ADHD, tantrums, outbursts). I also see teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I work with families who homeschool their children. I teach parents specific strategies to help increase desired behaviors and decrease undesired behaviors. I also work with families struggling with eating and feeding issues, dysfunctional sleep, and psychosomatic concerns.
I believe parent involvement in treatment is the key to success.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in evidence-based practices with children, adolescents, and their families. My primary treatment focus is working with children with internalizing behaviors (anxiety, OCD, specific fears) and externalizing behaviors (ADHD, tantrums, outbursts). I also see teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I work with families who homeschool their children. I teach parents specific strategies to help increase desired behaviors and decrease undesired behaviors. I also work with families struggling with eating and feeding issues, dysfunctional sleep, and psychosomatic concerns.
(702) 766-9449 View (702) 766-9449
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Gabriele M Waits
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89121
I have been providing therapy to individuals, couples and families for more than 20 years. During this time, I provided services in a variety of settings, including private practice, counseling agencies and residential placements. I am honored that you are considering me to join you on your path of healing and greater happiness. My professional experience includes working with clients who struggle with issues related to adjustment to life changes, history of trauma, dealing with feelings of anxiety and depression, behavioral issues, parent-child conflict, and family and relationship conflict.
I have been providing therapy to individuals, couples and families for more than 20 years. During this time, I provided services in a variety of settings, including private practice, counseling agencies and residential placements. I am honored that you are considering me to join you on your path of healing and greater happiness. My professional experience includes working with clients who struggle with issues related to adjustment to life changes, history of trauma, dealing with feelings of anxiety and depression, behavioral issues, parent-child conflict, and family and relationship conflict.
(702) 919-7709 View (702) 919-7709
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Megan Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Las Vegas, NV 89148
You are reaching out because things don't feel right and you don't feel good. Do you struggle with irritability or sadness? Maybe you have a trauma history that could be impacting your relationships, health or parenting? I can assist you in making connections between past experiences and current behaviors. I believe in the healing power of relationship and connection. So often we struggle because of barriers that inhibit successful relationships with our children, parents, partner or peers. I can help you to see where the barriers and unsuccessful behaviors come from to be able to make lasting and positive change.
You are reaching out because things don't feel right and you don't feel good. Do you struggle with irritability or sadness? Maybe you have a trauma history that could be impacting your relationships, health or parenting? I can assist you in making connections between past experiences and current behaviors. I believe in the healing power of relationship and connection. So often we struggle because of barriers that inhibit successful relationships with our children, parents, partner or peers. I can help you to see where the barriers and unsuccessful behaviors come from to be able to make lasting and positive change.
(702) 996-4414 View (702) 996-4414
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Scott D Schapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89103
As a therapist I have worked refined my skills to help my patients using using Expose Response Prevention for OCD and hoarding disorder, SPACE for parent training, and Transference Focused Psychotherapy for personality organization struggles.
Are you plagued with 'What if' thoughts about contaminates, bad things happening, harming others, sexual orientation, or other obsessive thoughts? I treat the harassing disorder called OCD with Exposure and Response/Ritual Prevention in combination with CBT strategies. Do you think you may suffer from a personality disorder? I provide assessment and treatment. The treatment would be guided by Transference Focused Psychotherapy principles that aim to produce lasting change in sense of ones self, mood stability, and interpersonal relationships. For parents who are struggling with anxious or challenging children to provide SPACE.
As a therapist I have worked refined my skills to help my patients using using Expose Response Prevention for OCD and hoarding disorder, SPACE for parent training, and Transference Focused Psychotherapy for personality organization struggles.
Are you plagued with 'What if' thoughts about contaminates, bad things happening, harming others, sexual orientation, or other obsessive thoughts? I treat the harassing disorder called OCD with Exposure and Response/Ritual Prevention in combination with CBT strategies. Do you think you may suffer from a personality disorder? I provide assessment and treatment. The treatment would be guided by Transference Focused Psychotherapy principles that aim to produce lasting change in sense of ones self, mood stability, and interpersonal relationships. For parents who are struggling with anxious or challenging children to provide SPACE.
(725) 215-6488 View (725) 215-6488
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Alison Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Las Vegas, NV 89129
I know that the idea of therapy can be intimidating. I want to help my clients to take the steps that can change their lives. Nothing makes me happier than empowering someone with the tools they need to be proactive in overcoming their current challenges. I ensure that this is done in a kind, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment. I deeply care about my clients and understand the pain that brings them to therapy. Some of the challenges that bring my clients to therapy are depression, anxiety, changes in relationships, parenting, grief, and trauma.
I know that the idea of therapy can be intimidating. I want to help my clients to take the steps that can change their lives. Nothing makes me happier than empowering someone with the tools they need to be proactive in overcoming their current challenges. I ensure that this is done in a kind, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment. I deeply care about my clients and understand the pain that brings them to therapy. Some of the challenges that bring my clients to therapy are depression, anxiety, changes in relationships, parenting, grief, and trauma.
(725) 217-6745 View (725) 217-6745
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Tiana Beard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89129  (Online Only)
Parenting is rewarding, but it's also one of the hardest jobs. Navigating the responsibilities of managing a household with children can cause parents to feel overwhelmed and stressed. For working parents, things get even more complex. Overseeing department operations can create anxiety for executive level professionals. Trying to juggle one's familial and professional roles can produce extreme burn out. I help executive level parents who are at risk of falling into the self-sacrificing pattern of overextending recover from emotional bankruptcy, enhance the connection with their children and improve their overall quality of life.
Parenting is rewarding, but it's also one of the hardest jobs. Navigating the responsibilities of managing a household with children can cause parents to feel overwhelmed and stressed. For working parents, things get even more complex. Overseeing department operations can create anxiety for executive level professionals. Trying to juggle one's familial and professional roles can produce extreme burn out. I help executive level parents who are at risk of falling into the self-sacrificing pattern of overextending recover from emotional bankruptcy, enhance the connection with their children and improve their overall quality of life.
(510) 738-2940 View (510) 738-2940
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Monika S Broecker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89109  (Online Only)
I work best with high functioning people who are successful in life but need someone to talk to to better understand themselves and their growth/development potential. Often my clients are successful people in High Tech or other industries who want to brainstorm about challenges at work. I also work with people who want to make a career transition. I work with couples and families to resolve conflict and work out better ways of relating. Other topics include parenting, issues with children, finding meaning at a later stage in life.
I work best with high functioning people who are successful in life but need someone to talk to to better understand themselves and their growth/development potential. Often my clients are successful people in High Tech or other industries who want to brainstorm about challenges at work. I also work with people who want to make a career transition. I work with couples and families to resolve conflict and work out better ways of relating. Other topics include parenting, issues with children, finding meaning at a later stage in life.
(775) 452-4968 View (775) 452-4968
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Tara Gilmaher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MFA, CHT
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89183  (Online Only)
Trained in somatic, attachment, dissociation, Gottman, NVC, Nurturing Parenting, hypnotherapy, 20 yrs in theatre & entertainment.
"I am not what happened to me. I am what I choose to become." ~ Carl Jung. Do you feel overwhelmed, have pain, grief, anxiety, depression, or unseen shadows that prevent you from healing or from choosing better decisions, relationships, and allowing yourself to matter in your own life? My experience and education can help people hungering for more purpose, fulfillment, and nurturing relationships instead of dissonance, exhaustion, and sacrifice, those who know what you were aiming for, but discovered you’re at the top of the wrong ladder. If you feel like you’re different or unseen, then I may be the psychotherapist you’ve sought.
Trained in somatic, attachment, dissociation, Gottman, NVC, Nurturing Parenting, hypnotherapy, 20 yrs in theatre & entertainment.
"I am not what happened to me. I am what I choose to become." ~ Carl Jung. Do you feel overwhelmed, have pain, grief, anxiety, depression, or unseen shadows that prevent you from healing or from choosing better decisions, relationships, and allowing yourself to matter in your own life? My experience and education can help people hungering for more purpose, fulfillment, and nurturing relationships instead of dissonance, exhaustion, and sacrifice, those who know what you were aiming for, but discovered you’re at the top of the wrong ladder. If you feel like you’re different or unseen, then I may be the psychotherapist you’ve sought.
(805) 303-5321 View (805) 303-5321
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Monique Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89147
I also have a strong proven track record working with trauma, depression, anxiety, self-harm, Domestic Violence, and parenting.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** I have been a community advocate and supporter for over 30 years. I have found my passion in helping people create the change they want to see in their lives. Helping individuals transition to the next level of their lives. Are you seeking change? Do you want to feel more whole, happy, and or healthy? Sometimes taking the first step to ask for help is the hardest. Don't worry I am eager to walk with you on this journey.
I also have a strong proven track record working with trauma, depression, anxiety, self-harm, Domestic Violence, and parenting.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** I have been a community advocate and supporter for over 30 years. I have found my passion in helping people create the change they want to see in their lives. Helping individuals transition to the next level of their lives. Are you seeking change? Do you want to feel more whole, happy, and or healthy? Sometimes taking the first step to ask for help is the hardest. Don't worry I am eager to walk with you on this journey.
(702) 710-8085 View (702) 710-8085
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Dawn Kufeld
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CPC
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89134  (Online Only)
Hello! In such uncertain times, many children and families are experiencing difficulties ranging from school issues, peer issues, parent/child issues, stress, depression, and anxiety to name a few. These challenges may be very difficult to manage and additional guidance and support may be needed. My goal and passion it to help children and their families to reconnect to the beauty of life and learn how to navigate such challenges. I utilize an eclectic approach to facilitate a nurturing, communicative, and positive atmosphere to help each child/family to move forward with their treatment goals and help strengthen the family unit.
Hello! In such uncertain times, many children and families are experiencing difficulties ranging from school issues, peer issues, parent/child issues, stress, depression, and anxiety to name a few. These challenges may be very difficult to manage and additional guidance and support may be needed. My goal and passion it to help children and their families to reconnect to the beauty of life and learn how to navigate such challenges. I utilize an eclectic approach to facilitate a nurturing, communicative, and positive atmosphere to help each child/family to move forward with their treatment goals and help strengthen the family unit.
(928) 223-4622 View (928) 223-4622
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Lisa Barnes Lainer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89149
“You just DON’T Understand!” your teenager screams at you through tears and gritted teeth. Sometimes it’s unclear if your 12-year-old will ever come out of their room or look up from their video game. You’re afraid to call them down for dinner because of the reaction it may elicit. It’s mind bending to think that you – the parent – have to walk on eggshells just to keep the peace. You know it’s hard to be a teenager these days. But it feels like there’s such a divide, you don’t even know how to begin to help them. Once you lose your temper, the whole house descends into chaos. You’d do anything to get through to them.
“You just DON’T Understand!” your teenager screams at you through tears and gritted teeth. Sometimes it’s unclear if your 12-year-old will ever come out of their room or look up from their video game. You’re afraid to call them down for dinner because of the reaction it may elicit. It’s mind bending to think that you – the parent – have to walk on eggshells just to keep the peace. You know it’s hard to be a teenager these days. But it feels like there’s such a divide, you don’t even know how to begin to help them. Once you lose your temper, the whole house descends into chaos. You’d do anything to get through to them.
(424) 488-0058 View (424) 488-0058
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Cierra Walling
MEd, BCBA, LBA
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89121
With over a decade of experience working with children and families providing mental health wellness and social skills development camps; my additional training and education in behavior analysis aided my specialty in supporting positive and healthy social and emotional growth in children and teens through direct 1:1 teaching along with parent coaching.
My ideal clients are children ages 3+, teenagers, and parents who have been trying to find ways to establish routines in the home, teach their kids important skills, and want real lasting positive behavior change in their lives. Concerned about your child's ability to make friends or understand social cues? Worried if your teenager is ready for the next phase of adulthood? Need to establish and build routines in your chaotic household? Feel at a loss on how to handle your child's behaviors at home? I can help address and create solutions to all of these questions and more.
With over a decade of experience working with children and families providing mental health wellness and social skills development camps; my additional training and education in behavior analysis aided my specialty in supporting positive and healthy social and emotional growth in children and teens through direct 1:1 teaching along with parent coaching.
My ideal clients are children ages 3+, teenagers, and parents who have been trying to find ways to establish routines in the home, teach their kids important skills, and want real lasting positive behavior change in their lives. Concerned about your child's ability to make friends or understand social cues? Worried if your teenager is ready for the next phase of adulthood? Need to establish and build routines in your chaotic household? Feel at a loss on how to handle your child's behaviors at home? I can help address and create solutions to all of these questions and more.
(702) 840-4748 View (702) 840-4748
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Elena Angelkova
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, MFT-I
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89129
I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, navigation of certain mental disorders, parenting, boundaries work, couples therapy, and family therapy.
I am a licensed Couple and Family Therapist Intern at Beyond Therapy. I chose this career because I love helping people with their mental health struggles, and love being part of their healing journey. I view people from a holistic perspective. I also acknowledge and appreciate the client’s cultural and ethnic background, because I believe understanding this is important. I am extremely passionate about helping people process grief(dying of a loved one, life transitions, etc.) and helping individuals, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds who suffer from chronic and/or terminal illnesses.
I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, navigation of certain mental disorders, parenting, boundaries work, couples therapy, and family therapy.
I am a licensed Couple and Family Therapist Intern at Beyond Therapy. I chose this career because I love helping people with their mental health struggles, and love being part of their healing journey. I view people from a holistic perspective. I also acknowledge and appreciate the client’s cultural and ethnic background, because I believe understanding this is important. I am extremely passionate about helping people process grief(dying of a loved one, life transitions, etc.) and helping individuals, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds who suffer from chronic and/or terminal illnesses.
(725) 234-6894 View (725) 234-6894
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Dr. Nicole Safford
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, PhD, MFT-I, EMDR, CAMS-I
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89118
I specialize in working with anxiety, anger management, alcohol & substance abuse, depression, grief, communication issues, infidelity, parenting, multiple partner relationships, sexual issues, and trauma.
Accepting New Clients: In counseling, the main objective is to assist individuals in overcoming their current challenges and preparing them to tackle future obstacles. To achieve this, it is crucial to tailor the counseling approach to each client's specific needs and circumstances, recognizing that everyone faces unique issues and holds different expectations. Providing a clear statement of goals becomes necessary and vital in this process, as it gives both the client and myself a clear sense of direction and purpose.
I specialize in working with anxiety, anger management, alcohol & substance abuse, depression, grief, communication issues, infidelity, parenting, multiple partner relationships, sexual issues, and trauma.
Accepting New Clients: In counseling, the main objective is to assist individuals in overcoming their current challenges and preparing them to tackle future obstacles. To achieve this, it is crucial to tailor the counseling approach to each client's specific needs and circumstances, recognizing that everyone faces unique issues and holds different expectations. Providing a clear statement of goals becomes necessary and vital in this process, as it gives both the client and myself a clear sense of direction and purpose.
(725) 900-3844 View (725) 900-3844
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Jessica Ingersoll
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89149
I strive to help every client find peace and an ability to cope through life's toughest challenges. I know each individual has their own unique life experience so I try to tailor my sessions according to their own specific needs. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds, but I especially love working with couples and families as they navigate parenting, communication and other relational issues that can come up. I am also passionate about helping couples navigate the multitude of challenges that can come from trying to grow their family including infertility, pregnancy loss, and postpartum depression and anxiety.
I strive to help every client find peace and an ability to cope through life's toughest challenges. I know each individual has their own unique life experience so I try to tailor my sessions according to their own specific needs. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds, but I especially love working with couples and families as they navigate parenting, communication and other relational issues that can come up. I am also passionate about helping couples navigate the multitude of challenges that can come from trying to grow their family including infertility, pregnancy loss, and postpartum depression and anxiety.
(702) 718-5148 View (702) 718-5148
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Kyrsten Sprewell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89121
Feeling overwhelmed by depression or stress? You're not alone. Let's break free together with compassion and resilience. My specialties cover anger management, career counseling, domestic abuse, emotional disturbance, gender transitioning, life coaching, parenting, racial identity, self-esteem, spirituality, and mood disorders. Let's embark on a journey towards healing and growth, hand in hand.
Feeling overwhelmed by depression or stress? You're not alone. Let's break free together with compassion and resilience. My specialties cover anger management, career counseling, domestic abuse, emotional disturbance, gender transitioning, life coaching, parenting, racial identity, self-esteem, spirituality, and mood disorders. Let's embark on a journey towards healing and growth, hand in hand.
(702) 830-5229 View (702) 830-5229
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Arione Capolupo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Las Vegas, NV 89108  (Online Only)
Licensed in both CA and NV, my true passion is helping families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder. I provide Tele-health services which allows for some greater flexibility in that you don't have to drive to another appointment in your already busy day. I have worked in the Autism field for over 25 years. If you prefer a Christian, faith-based approach, I can incorporate your faith into our session time. Are you anxious and/or depressed? Do you want to improve your relationships? Do you need help with co-parenting? Or do you have ASD and need help with making and sustaining quality relationships with others? I can help you!
Licensed in both CA and NV, my true passion is helping families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder. I provide Tele-health services which allows for some greater flexibility in that you don't have to drive to another appointment in your already busy day. I have worked in the Autism field for over 25 years. If you prefer a Christian, faith-based approach, I can incorporate your faith into our session time. Are you anxious and/or depressed? Do you want to improve your relationships? Do you need help with co-parenting? Or do you have ASD and need help with making and sustaining quality relationships with others? I can help you!
(714) 582-5982 View (714) 582-5982
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Kendra Meza
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Las Vegas, NV 89118
I offer evening and weekend appointments. The way we feel affects our families, relationships, jobs, and school. Therapy can be a private space to process your experiences free from the judgment and opinions of others with a unbiased professional. Whether you are a parent looking for a new way to be heard and respected by your child, a teen frustrated by not being understood, or a woman who is in a new life transition such as motherhood, navigating early adulthood, changes in close relationships. I can offer skills, a new perspective, and empower you to take control of your life again.
I offer evening and weekend appointments. The way we feel affects our families, relationships, jobs, and school. Therapy can be a private space to process your experiences free from the judgment and opinions of others with a unbiased professional. Whether you are a parent looking for a new way to be heard and respected by your child, a teen frustrated by not being understood, or a woman who is in a new life transition such as motherhood, navigating early adulthood, changes in close relationships. I can offer skills, a new perspective, and empower you to take control of your life again.
(702) 608-6618 View (702) 608-6618
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Candi S Jefferson
MS, CPCI
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89117
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Are you struggling with issues related to Personal (stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, substance use, or spirituality), or Relationships (marriage, premarital, parenting, behaviors, or codependency), or Major Life Changes, or Work Relationships (Culture Competence, Culture-Awareness, and/or Culture-Sensitivity). There comes a time when help is needed from a Licensed Professional Counselor to cope with many of life's challenges. We support you on your journey toward self-understanding and interrelationships as you "Manage Your Mind" See it (understand), Do it (action), and Get it (results).
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Are you struggling with issues related to Personal (stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, substance use, or spirituality), or Relationships (marriage, premarital, parenting, behaviors, or codependency), or Major Life Changes, or Work Relationships (Culture Competence, Culture-Awareness, and/or Culture-Sensitivity). There comes a time when help is needed from a Licensed Professional Counselor to cope with many of life's challenges. We support you on your journey toward self-understanding and interrelationships as you "Manage Your Mind" See it (understand), Do it (action), and Get it (results).
(702) 825-7183 View (702) 825-7183

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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.