Parent Coaching
What is Parent Coaching?
Parent coaching is a personalized, supportive and collaborative process that aims to equip parents and caregivers with the tools, strategies, and insights they need to navigate the complexities of raising children and build stronger, more positive relationships within their family. Unlike child therapy, the primary focus of parent coaching is on the parent(s). The coach works directly with the adults to enhance their understanding of child development, improve their parenting techniques, and foster their confidence. Recognizing that every child and family is unique, parent coaching offers trailored strategies that align with the family's values, circumstances, and the specific needs of their children
Therapeutic Approach
When working with parents I may utilize or integrate:
- Psycho-Education on Child Development
- Psycho-Education on Parenting Styles
- Attachment Theory
- Circle of Security
- Incredible Years
- Behavioral Modification
Areas of Focus
I specialize in addressing the following challenges:
- Misaligned Parenting Styles
- Behavioral Challenges in Children
- Emotional Reactivity
- Sibling Conflict
- Parental Anxiety
- Boundary and Limit Setting
What to Expect
Initial Sessions:
During the initial sessions of parent coaching, you can generally expect a collaborative and information-gathering process focused on understanding your specific needs, challenges, and goals as a parent. This may include reviewing your parenting styles, preferred parenting approaches, and looking at your own history of how you were parented. I will seek to understand your child's individual personality, temperament, and any relevant developmental history is crucial for tailoring strategies, as well as any contextual stressors impacting parenting.
From there I may share information about child development stages, positive parenting practices and introduce techniques and strategies to support your unique challenges and goals.
Duration of Therapy:
Many parents will see improvements and benefits within 3-6 months. For more immediate issues like tantrums or bedtime routines, some may see growth is as few as 4 sessions. In some cases, some parents may benefit from longer-term coaching to support significant shifts in parenting style, navigate ongoing developmental stages, or address more deeply rooted challenges
Sessions and Fees:
- 50 minute session - $175
Please note: I am an out-of-network provider. I can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement. Payment is collected on the morning of your appointment.
