Parent Support & Coaching
I believe that parents are the best guides for their children’s emotional health and wellness. That being said, parenting is HARD and I commend parents for seeking support. I approach Parenting Support/Coaching as a collaborative process. I enjoy partnering with parents to investigate the unique challenges that you face as a family and supporting wellness through a strengths based approach.
In our work together, I will guide you through the parenting journey and provide you with insight and resources. I will support you in deepening your understanding of child development and your ability to create age appropriate expectations and discipline strategies. I will teach you the latest neuroscience regarding child behavior and positive discipline strategies. We will reflect on how you (and your partner) were parented and how these templates may be impacting your current parent/child relationships.
When we begin, I will take a detailed developmental history of your child and identify concerns and challenges. Together, we will put proactive strategies in place to manage the emotional distress and/or behaviors your child is experiencing. In many cases, the issues are significantly reduced or even resolved without direct child therapy. We may also come to the conclusion that further evaluation and treatment is warranted. I will support you in identifying outside resources if necessary.
ADHD / Autism
I have over thirty years of experience working with neurodiverse children (ADHD, autism) and will support you in developing specialized skills in order to parent your child more effectively. We will utilize a variety of strategies to assess and understand your child’s behaviors and lagging skills and develop individualized supports. I will assist you in identifying your child’s unique strengths and ways to enhance their success. The emotional toll of parenting a child with special needs can be overwhelming. I offer compassionate support and understanding.