Parenting Support
I believe that a peaceful home begins from the top down. Children are not problems to be solved; they are individuals looking up to us for cues on how to navigate the world. It’s our responsibility to be good guides.
What’s the difference between coaching and therapy?
Parenting Coaching is about the "How": How do I handle this tantrum? How do I structure our morning? How do I get them to finish what they started? A parenting coach is there to support the parent in learning new tools for high-stress situations that they then apply to their family.
Therapy is about the "Why" and “what”: Why am I triggered by this? Why can’t I stop yelling? What do I believe about myself? If your own anxiety, dysregulation, trauma, or stress is getting in the way of your best parenting; individual therapy can help you achieve the clarity and calm you need. Though thoughtful conversations & integrative interventions we can bridge the gap between where you are and becoming the parent you’d like to be.
My Philosophy
When household conflict starts to overwhelm the everyday, knowing what to do is hard. I believe that as kids grow and environments change, parents sometimes need extra support navigating those shifts.
Parents who work with me know that traditional discipline like bribes, threats, or time-outs don’t feel right, but they aren't sure what will actually bring peace to their home. In the thick of parenting, finding a new strategy that fits your unique child can feel impossible. Parenting Support helps by teaching you new approaches, problem-solving in real time, and offering level-headed feedback on what works.
My career began teaching parents how to parent within some of life’s most challenging situations. What I learned there shaped my two core beliefs about parenting:
You Are Who Your Child Needs
I help you step into the role of the calm, capable, and most importantly, confident leader your child is looking for. When parents lead with clarity and kindness, rather than reactivity, children can ease into connection and contribute to peace in the home.
Difficulty is Not a Diagnosis
Typical childhood behavior can be incredibly challenging, but a diagnosis is not a prerequisite for support. I believe in a non-pathologizing approach: much of the friction in modern parenting stems from lack of support, sensory overload, or missing predictable rhythms. Kid’s will be kids and parents can honor their natural development by guiding them through these friction points with confidence and dignity.
We don't need to label every difficult situation with symptoms and clinical speak. I focus on the here and now of your daily life, providing tools to manage big emotions and boundary-testing without viewing your child through a clinical lens. However, if additional assessment is required or it is determined you or your child would benefit from mental healthcare then appropriate referrals will be provided. In such cases, it may be determined that coaching is not the appropriate level of care at this time, and services may be paused or transitioned until clinical stability is reached with an outside provider.
Timeline for Coaching Success
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First Session
90 Minutes
In our introductory session, we will discuss your current challenges. I will listen for specific pain points as well as the unique strengths of each family member. You will leave this initial meeting with actionable suggestions you can implement immediately. I’ll also provide guidance on how to apply these strategies to meet the needs of your individual children and identify the early signs of progress. -
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Weekly Sessions
60 Minutes
We will meet for weekly check-in sessions to monitor your progress and problem-solve any challenges. In these sessions, we can analyze specific incidents to determine your ideal response, while also working on big-picture skills to hone your relational dynamics. -
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Confidence Break
3- 4 Weeks
Within three to four weeks, you should feel equipped to transition from weekly coaching to navigating questions and concerns independently with sessions happening only on an as-needed basis. This is a vital phase of my process, as it allows you to apply the strategies you’ve learned to any lingering situations. This period helps us evaluate whether further support is needed in specific areas or if you are ready to graduate. I remain available for any questions that arise during this time. -
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Graduation
CONFIDENT PARENTING
Once we decide together that weekly sessions are no longer necessary, you will move forward with the confidence to lead your family independently. For one full year following our final session, I will remain available via email for quick questions and troubleshooting. Should a significant challenge arise, you can schedule a check-in session without the concern of a waitlist. At the end of that year, to mark your official graduation, I will provide a written growth summary to mark your progress and solidify the skills you’ve gained.
