Parenting Therapists in Salt Lake City, UT

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Dr. Steve Tutty
Psychologist, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Tutty provides evaluations to individuals involved in the court system, such as those suffering from injuries as well as parents undergoing parenting plan disputes.
Dr. Tutty provides counseling to adolescents and young adults struggling with a broad range of mental health concerns (e.g., depression, anxiety, etc.), as well as testing that may be helpful for establishing IEP and 504 plans for youth struggling with learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, etc.
Tutty provides evaluations to individuals involved in the court system, such as those suffering from injuries as well as parents undergoing parenting plan disputes.
Dr. Tutty provides counseling to adolescents and young adults struggling with a broad range of mental health concerns (e.g., depression, anxiety, etc.), as well as testing that may be helpful for establishing IEP and 504 plans for youth struggling with learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, etc.
(385) 215-7367 View (385) 215-7367
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Adryon Burton Denmark
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
I work with adults and adolescents and I particularly enjoy helping with concerns around anxiety, stress and health concerns, life transitions, parenting, and relationships.
I can provide you with a variety tools to free yourself from unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. I use research-supported techniques within a warm, transparent, and active therapeutic relationship. Specifically, my approach integrates mindfulness-based and cognitive-behavioral therapies within a neurobiological framework for understanding and optimizing wellness. I work with each client to increase awareness, acceptance, and compassion. My therapeutic style is open, authentic, and self-disclosing.
I work with adults and adolescents and I particularly enjoy helping with concerns around anxiety, stress and health concerns, life transitions, parenting, and relationships.
I can provide you with a variety tools to free yourself from unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. I use research-supported techniques within a warm, transparent, and active therapeutic relationship. Specifically, my approach integrates mindfulness-based and cognitive-behavioral therapies within a neurobiological framework for understanding and optimizing wellness. I work with each client to increase awareness, acceptance, and compassion. My therapeutic style is open, authentic, and self-disclosing.
(435) 201-8347 View (435) 201-8347
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Amy Edwards
Counselor, CMHC, MEd
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84117
Waitlist for new clients
Amy has certifications in Mind Body Medicine, Emotion Focused Parenting and Mindful Eating/Conscious Living.
Amy helps you to find the insight you need so your story can make sense again. We can all become unsure of how we got to where we are, where we are headed, and even what would make things better. We become emotionally, relationally, and even physically stuck, reacting in ways that are ineffective at best, and often just plain counterproductive. Amy brings to therapy a number of different approaches to assist you in finding personal insight, motivation, and connection. She supports clients in the act of turning to their internal experience as a guide to forming connections, making decisions, moving through difficult experiences.
Amy has certifications in Mind Body Medicine, Emotion Focused Parenting and Mindful Eating/Conscious Living.
Amy helps you to find the insight you need so your story can make sense again. We can all become unsure of how we got to where we are, where we are headed, and even what would make things better. We become emotionally, relationally, and even physically stuck, reacting in ways that are ineffective at best, and often just plain counterproductive. Amy brings to therapy a number of different approaches to assist you in finding personal insight, motivation, and connection. She supports clients in the act of turning to their internal experience as a guide to forming connections, making decisions, moving through difficult experiences.
(385) 213-2307 View (385) 213-2307
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Patty Martinez
Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
I specialize in therapeutic Co-Parenting therapy, family high conflict resolution, post Divorce family therapy.
Hello! I'm Patty Martinez. I'm from Utah. I love the outdoors and enjoy the peace nature can bring. I also authentically enjoy working with people that are ready to make changes in their life. We all have our own expectation of what happiness and being normal all are. I'm not here to tell you what those are or to judge you for what you believe your joy or happiness is. However if there are parts of your life you'd like to change or would like to feel differently about through therapy I would like to help. At this time I am not working with any health insurance companies. I do work with HSA and take most credit cards and cash
I specialize in therapeutic Co-Parenting therapy, family high conflict resolution, post Divorce family therapy.
Hello! I'm Patty Martinez. I'm from Utah. I love the outdoors and enjoy the peace nature can bring. I also authentically enjoy working with people that are ready to make changes in their life. We all have our own expectation of what happiness and being normal all are. I'm not here to tell you what those are or to judge you for what you believe your joy or happiness is. However if there are parts of your life you'd like to change or would like to feel differently about through therapy I would like to help. At this time I am not working with any health insurance companies. I do work with HSA and take most credit cards and cash
(385) 332-8453 View (385) 332-8453
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Lori Lichte-Brill
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84124
I believe that it is within the parent/child relationship that healing is truly possible, and involve parents or caregivers in all aspects of treatment.
You don't have to do this alone. I have 20 years of experience dealing with issues affecting young children and their caregivers. I provide psychological assessment and treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorders (children and adults), parent/child relationship issues, abuse/trauma/neglect, and attachment/foster-care/adoption issues. All family members can receive assessment and treatment, regardless of age, in order to improve individual and family functioning, and the experience of joy. I also assess children in their school or daycare setting, and provide assistance with IEP/IFSP meetings. I use both relational and behavioral strategies for treatment.
I believe that it is within the parent/child relationship that healing is truly possible, and involve parents or caregivers in all aspects of treatment.
You don't have to do this alone. I have 20 years of experience dealing with issues affecting young children and their caregivers. I provide psychological assessment and treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorders (children and adults), parent/child relationship issues, abuse/trauma/neglect, and attachment/foster-care/adoption issues. All family members can receive assessment and treatment, regardless of age, in order to improve individual and family functioning, and the experience of joy. I also assess children in their school or daycare setting, and provide assistance with IEP/IFSP meetings. I use both relational and behavioral strategies for treatment.
(623) 850-8954 View (623) 850-8954
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Mountain Pediatric Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84113
Patients come to see Dr Robnett with primary concerns such as trouble completing medical treatments or taking medicines, mood concerns related to complex medical presentations, and parenting a child with medical complexity.
Mountain Pediatric Psychology provides mental health services to children and adolescents who are medically complex and their families. MPP also serves LGBTQIA+ youth seeking support along their medical journey.
Patients come to see Dr Robnett with primary concerns such as trouble completing medical treatments or taking medicines, mood concerns related to complex medical presentations, and parenting a child with medical complexity.
Mountain Pediatric Psychology provides mental health services to children and adolescents who are medically complex and their families. MPP also serves LGBTQIA+ youth seeking support along their medical journey.
(435) 334-5884 View (435) 334-5884
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Trina C Grater
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Growing as a family is hard. Pregnancy and childbirth can be triggering. Perhaps you’re a seasoned parent who is starting to catch glimpses of your own parents in yourself despite your best attempts to avoid exactly that. Or, maybe you have a creative teen who has been struggling navigating today’s world, and it's been hard to find a therapist that "gets it" that you can trust to help. You just want some relief as you find your way through this phase in life.
Growing as a family is hard. Pregnancy and childbirth can be triggering. Perhaps you’re a seasoned parent who is starting to catch glimpses of your own parents in yourself despite your best attempts to avoid exactly that. Or, maybe you have a creative teen who has been struggling navigating today’s world, and it's been hard to find a therapist that "gets it" that you can trust to help. You just want some relief as you find your way through this phase in life.
(435) 291-3540 View (435) 291-3540
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Kristina Erickson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84102  (Online Only)
While I have worked with a large variety of cultures and demographics, I have specific experience in parenting, child welfare and foster care, childhood trauma, youth support, sexual health, relationships, LGBTQ+ and in working with refugees and immigrants on healthy cultural integration.
No matter your circumstance, psychotherapy can have a positive impact on your life and your relationships. It is my hope to act as a guide for those that are ready to achieve healing in their lives. I seek to work collaboratively with clients to explore the best tools for each unique situation. While I am competent in using ACT, DBT, CBT, Narrative Therapy, Systems Therapy, Solution Focused Brief therapy, Somatic and Polyvagal Therapy, working with me is more than a manual. I know each client has a unique modality or evidence based practice that will be the best fit.
While I have worked with a large variety of cultures and demographics, I have specific experience in parenting, child welfare and foster care, childhood trauma, youth support, sexual health, relationships, LGBTQ+ and in working with refugees and immigrants on healthy cultural integration.
No matter your circumstance, psychotherapy can have a positive impact on your life and your relationships. It is my hope to act as a guide for those that are ready to achieve healing in their lives. I seek to work collaboratively with clients to explore the best tools for each unique situation. While I am competent in using ACT, DBT, CBT, Narrative Therapy, Systems Therapy, Solution Focused Brief therapy, Somatic and Polyvagal Therapy, working with me is more than a manual. I know each client has a unique modality or evidence based practice that will be the best fit.
(208) 423-1718 View (208) 423-1718
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Regina Williams Hood
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, BC-TMH, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84103  (Online Only)
I am a licensed professional counselor , certified parent trainer, and a certified mental health therapist who use a holistic approach . I have over 15 years of experience in spiritual life coaching and emotional wellness. I specialize in anxiety and stress management through the use of researched based strategies and techniques . Along with supportive therapy and my energetic personality, I challenge negative thought patterns , encourage strength spotting and assist you with setting attainable and measurable goals that are life changing.
I am a licensed professional counselor , certified parent trainer, and a certified mental health therapist who use a holistic approach . I have over 15 years of experience in spiritual life coaching and emotional wellness. I specialize in anxiety and stress management through the use of researched based strategies and techniques . Along with supportive therapy and my energetic personality, I challenge negative thought patterns , encourage strength spotting and assist you with setting attainable and measurable goals that are life changing.
(601) 202-8711 View (601) 202-8711
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Angela Jette Swanson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
I work with a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, life transitions, career issues, parenting, and relational problems.
Do you feel stressed out? Do you worry about how all this tension is impacting your health, relationships, and work? I specialize in evidenced-based therapy to reduce stress and develop healthy communication and connection in your relationships. My initial focus is providing a warm, supportive environment while getting to know your unique situation and concerns. After we agree on a direction for therapy, I tend to be relatively directive and engaged. I help people express emotions and build relationship skills. I work with professionals and students to develop effective stress-management strategies for work-life balance and peak performance.
I work with a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, life transitions, career issues, parenting, and relational problems.
Do you feel stressed out? Do you worry about how all this tension is impacting your health, relationships, and work? I specialize in evidenced-based therapy to reduce stress and develop healthy communication and connection in your relationships. My initial focus is providing a warm, supportive environment while getting to know your unique situation and concerns. After we agree on a direction for therapy, I tend to be relatively directive and engaged. I help people express emotions and build relationship skills. I work with professionals and students to develop effective stress-management strategies for work-life balance and peak performance.
(801) 948-3647 View (801) 948-3647
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Alexandra Starr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
Waitlist for new clients
I offer individual therapy to children, teens, as well as family therapy, parent coaching, and co-parenting therapy.
I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist working with children, teens, families, adults, and couples. My goal is to understand my client's experience and support them in their journey of self-discovery, growth, and change. Caregivers are a vital part of my work with children, and I actively involve families in therapy to improve communication and meet goals for improvement. My experience and expertise gives me the tools to collaborate with clients to support them in discovering new ways of feeling, behaving, thinking, and interacting.
I offer individual therapy to children, teens, as well as family therapy, parent coaching, and co-parenting therapy.
I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist working with children, teens, families, adults, and couples. My goal is to understand my client's experience and support them in their journey of self-discovery, growth, and change. Caregivers are a vital part of my work with children, and I actively involve families in therapy to improve communication and meet goals for improvement. My experience and expertise gives me the tools to collaborate with clients to support them in discovering new ways of feeling, behaving, thinking, and interacting.
(385) 316-6801 View (385) 316-6801
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Athena Metos
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Waitlist for new clients
These issues involve family, parenting, marriage, siblings, friendships, and any other relationships we may have.
Life is a journey and along the way there are often circumstances that create great pain and trauma that often redirect us down the wrong path.If we try to ignore the pain it only gets worse & the cycle of dysfunction begins! I have learned that we all need help navigating though life's trials, and yet it takes a lot of inner strength to even ask! As a therapist my goal is to allow you to reach your greatest potential during this journey and gain the right tools to navigate through anything that comes in your path!
These issues involve family, parenting, marriage, siblings, friendships, and any other relationships we may have.
Life is a journey and along the way there are often circumstances that create great pain and trauma that often redirect us down the wrong path.If we try to ignore the pain it only gets worse & the cycle of dysfunction begins! I have learned that we all need help navigating though life's trials, and yet it takes a lot of inner strength to even ask! As a therapist my goal is to allow you to reach your greatest potential during this journey and gain the right tools to navigate through anything that comes in your path!
(801) 800-8860 View (801) 800-8860
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Stephanie Bank
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84106  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My areas of interest include trauma, anxiety, depression, loss, grief, parenting, & family/relationship issues.
Finding a therapist can be an overwhelming and stressful experience. Whether or not you have been in counseling before, starting therapy can be hard since it requires vulnerability and trust which can feel challenging for a lot of people. Research has shown that therapy is successful when a client and therapist have a strong connection and form a safe relationship. Please feel free to call or email with any questions to see if you think the services I offer will fit with your specific needs.
My areas of interest include trauma, anxiety, depression, loss, grief, parenting, & family/relationship issues.
Finding a therapist can be an overwhelming and stressful experience. Whether or not you have been in counseling before, starting therapy can be hard since it requires vulnerability and trust which can feel challenging for a lot of people. Research has shown that therapy is successful when a client and therapist have a strong connection and form a safe relationship. Please feel free to call or email with any questions to see if you think the services I offer will fit with your specific needs.
(801) 683-2890 View (801) 683-2890
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Lori Dekeyzer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84117
If you are dissatisfied in your life or career, have difficulties parenting, or experience symptoms such as excessive worry, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, I invite you to contact me. Together we can identify strategies and build skills to give you the tools to live a more satisfying and productive life. The habits you developed and use unconsciously in your day to day life may not be serving you. Great news! You have the power to examine your tendency to repeat the same mental and behavioral responses that have led to your current difficulties. You can make positive changes in how you experience your life. Let's get started.
If you are dissatisfied in your life or career, have difficulties parenting, or experience symptoms such as excessive worry, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, I invite you to contact me. Together we can identify strategies and build skills to give you the tools to live a more satisfying and productive life. The habits you developed and use unconsciously in your day to day life may not be serving you. Great news! You have the power to examine your tendency to repeat the same mental and behavioral responses that have led to your current difficulties. You can make positive changes in how you experience your life. Let's get started.
(801) 797-3650 View (801) 797-3650
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Whitney Barrell Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
As a parent, dealing with your child's moods and behaviors on your own can be overwhelming and frustrating.
Many of our therapists have walked the same path as our clients. We are parents, we are partners, we've experienced heartbreak, infertility, divorce, trauma, faith expansion AND we've built the clinical skills to help. We know what it feels like from the inside and we're ready with action steps and expertise.
As a parent, dealing with your child's moods and behaviors on your own can be overwhelming and frustrating.
Many of our therapists have walked the same path as our clients. We are parents, we are partners, we've experienced heartbreak, infertility, divorce, trauma, faith expansion AND we've built the clinical skills to help. We know what it feels like from the inside and we're ready with action steps and expertise.
(385) 503-8918 View (385) 503-8918
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Dr. Kandice Benallie
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Initiating a comprehensive evaluation and discussing your child's difficulties is extremely hard as a parent.
I provide diagnostic evaluations for children with questions of autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Families often experience frustration and confusion as they seek understanding for their child’s developmental and behavioral concerns. They may not know of available resources, the process of seeking answers, or how to best support their child. I hope that we can work together to best understand your child’s unique strengths and weaknesses and to develop a targeted plan to best support you and your child’s needs. The ultimate goal is to help your child meet their full potential.
Initiating a comprehensive evaluation and discussing your child's difficulties is extremely hard as a parent.
I provide diagnostic evaluations for children with questions of autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Families often experience frustration and confusion as they seek understanding for their child’s developmental and behavioral concerns. They may not know of available resources, the process of seeking answers, or how to best support their child. I hope that we can work together to best understand your child’s unique strengths and weaknesses and to develop a targeted plan to best support you and your child’s needs. The ultimate goal is to help your child meet their full potential.
(385) 526-2145 View (385) 526-2145
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Clair Mellenthin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
I also work to strengthen parent-child relationships within the family.
As an experienced child and family therapist, I understand how difficult it can be to find resources and help for children and teens who are suffering from emotional and behavioral issues including: low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, forming and maintaining healthy relationships, past trauma and abuse, and engaging in unhealthy behaviors. I specialize in working children ages 3+ who are experiencing difficulty in their functioning and ability to navigate life's challenges and relationships. I am committed to helping families become healthy, happy, and whole.
I also work to strengthen parent-child relationships within the family.
As an experienced child and family therapist, I understand how difficult it can be to find resources and help for children and teens who are suffering from emotional and behavioral issues including: low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, forming and maintaining healthy relationships, past trauma and abuse, and engaging in unhealthy behaviors. I specialize in working children ages 3+ who are experiencing difficulty in their functioning and ability to navigate life's challenges and relationships. I am committed to helping families become healthy, happy, and whole.
(801) 895-4343 View (801) 895-4343
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Kari Buchholz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84116  (Online Only)
If you're a parent struggling with challenging or confusing child behaviors, if you feel like your anxiety is controlling your life, if you want to gain more understanding of yourself and what's in your way, let's get to work! I am trained in EMDR, Exposure and Response Prevention, ACT, TF-CBT and Acceptance-enhanced Behavioral Therapy for Trichotillomania.
Hey there, I'm Kari Buchholz, LCSW! For over a decade, I've been teaming up with folks and families, helping them move towards living a life that is genuine, connected, and fulfilling. Jumping into therapy isn't easy, but I aim to bring honesty, empathy, and a good dose of laughter to our sessions. I've had the privilege of working with people across all stages of life, specializing in trauma, children and families, anxiety and OCD. I'm big on providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment, and I'm committed to continuing to learn as much as I can about how to help you as an individual.
If you're a parent struggling with challenging or confusing child behaviors, if you feel like your anxiety is controlling your life, if you want to gain more understanding of yourself and what's in your way, let's get to work! I am trained in EMDR, Exposure and Response Prevention, ACT, TF-CBT and Acceptance-enhanced Behavioral Therapy for Trichotillomania.
Hey there, I'm Kari Buchholz, LCSW! For over a decade, I've been teaming up with folks and families, helping them move towards living a life that is genuine, connected, and fulfilling. Jumping into therapy isn't easy, but I aim to bring honesty, empathy, and a good dose of laughter to our sessions. I've had the privilege of working with people across all stages of life, specializing in trauma, children and families, anxiety and OCD. I'm big on providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment, and I'm committed to continuing to learn as much as I can about how to help you as an individual.
(385) 402-7219 View (385) 402-7219
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Erin Dickson - Connecting Body And Mind For Anxiety And Depression Relief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, CYP-500
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84124
Many of the individuals I see describe feeling overwhelmed and fatigued by anxiety and depression, they miss feeling like themselves and feel as though they're falling short in their relationships, in the workplace, or as a parent. I specialize in supporting individuals find their way back to themselves when anxiety, depression, or any of life's many challenges have taken over. I enjoy supporting individuals in slowing down, tuning in and discovering their innate worthiness, strengths, and abilities to create sustainable peace and wellness.
Many of the individuals I see describe feeling overwhelmed and fatigued by anxiety and depression, they miss feeling like themselves and feel as though they're falling short in their relationships, in the workplace, or as a parent. I specialize in supporting individuals find their way back to themselves when anxiety, depression, or any of life's many challenges have taken over. I enjoy supporting individuals in slowing down, tuning in and discovering their innate worthiness, strengths, and abilities to create sustainable peace and wellness.
(385) 462-8158 View (385) 462-8158
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Lisa Dickman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84101  (Online Only)
My specialty areas include Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Negative beliefs, Negative coping skills, Grief & Loss, Eating disorders, Parenting, and Mindfulness-based therapy.
Hello, I'm Lisa, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience across various mental health settings. My specializations lie in working with individuals who are at a point of readiness for self-discovery and personal growth. I am deeply passionate about assisting others in overcoming the challenges that hinder their lives. Through psychoeducation and the provision of a toolbox filled with coping tools, I will guide you in establishing realistic goals, boundaries, and expectations. Together, we will cultivate self-compassion to promote healing and restore peace in your life.
My specialty areas include Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Negative beliefs, Negative coping skills, Grief & Loss, Eating disorders, Parenting, and Mindfulness-based therapy.
Hello, I'm Lisa, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience across various mental health settings. My specializations lie in working with individuals who are at a point of readiness for self-discovery and personal growth. I am deeply passionate about assisting others in overcoming the challenges that hinder their lives. Through psychoeducation and the provision of a toolbox filled with coping tools, I will guide you in establishing realistic goals, boundaries, and expectations. Together, we will cultivate self-compassion to promote healing and restore peace in your life.
(385) 393-1703 View (385) 393-1703

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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.