It is challenging to be a parent today. These difficulties can often be magnified when you have children who are highly sensitive and struggle with managing their emotions effectively. Through an environment of collaboration and open communication, I work closely with parents and families to uncover and encourage effective strategies tailored to the unique needs of the whole family system.
“Parenting is not about being perfect, but about being present.” - Elaine Aron
Parenting Support
You are not alone. Navigating the complex landscape of parenting in today's modern world can be both confusing and overwhelming. The years around adolescents and young adulthood is a point of great transition, and it can often be the time when the onset of mental health disorders occur. With so much information and advice readily available, it can be challenging to decipher what is truly best for your child especially when you may be constantly bombarded with choices that can have a significant impact on your child's development. I offer parenting support that focuses on how to bring relief to both you and your children by working together to develop and discover valuable and practical tools that empower you to navigate this intricate path of parenting including:
Defining concerns
Learning about the function of behaviors
Aligning strategies with your parenting values
Understanding the role of emotional regulation
Teaching effective coping mechanisms
Family Guidance
Family conflict can be a very painful experience. Communication is a crucial aspect of how each family members relates to one another. When this breaks down, it can often create feelings of sadness, anger, resentment, and frustration. Working together, we will begin to uncover the root of the conflict through exploring:
Misunderstandings
Passive aggressive behaviors
Lack of trust
Codependent behaviors
Frequent bickering
Disagreements that escalate to arguing/yelling
Family members can work together in therapy to support each other and promote overall growth and healing. Together, we will get curious about the patterns that have contributed to the communication issues to help reveal constructive and healthy ways of relating and expressing. Each family member is given the opportunity to find understanding in each other's presence that encourages connection, support, and unity. It is helpful for each person involved to approach family sessions with an open mind and a willingness to consider change. Actively engaging in new behaviors and exploring different perspectives enables families to create and nurture a stronger bond that will allow both the individual and the entire family to thrive.