Parenting Therapists in Saskatchewan
Here's the thing, my heart is in this work because I have felt the heartache of parenting, I have experienced the isolation and desperation in the hardest times being a Mama.
My heart is with parents of children who are struggling because one thing that I know for sure is that if we are no ok, our kids don't stand a chance. Learning and understanding the feelings, emotions and thoughts that arise can be so difficult and so confusing especially in the parenting arena. Renegotiating your parenting relationship as your child grows is something that can expose many negative core beliefs, "triggers" or buried emotions. Looking at those emotions, feeling them and processing them is something that through therapy has been deeply beneficial and can allow you to show up as the parent and person you wish to be.
Here's the thing, my heart is in this work because I have felt the heartache of parenting, I have experienced the isolation and desperation in the hardest times being a Mama.
My heart is with parents of children who are struggling because one thing that I know for sure is that if we are no ok, our kids don't stand a chance. Learning and understanding the feelings, emotions and thoughts that arise can be so difficult and so confusing especially in the parenting arena. Renegotiating your parenting relationship as your child grows is something that can expose many negative core beliefs, "triggers" or buried emotions. Looking at those emotions, feeling them and processing them is something that through therapy has been deeply beneficial and can allow you to show up as the parent and person you wish to be.
Heidi Watson
Occupational Therapist, MOT, BSc, CDT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Regina, SK S4N (Online Only)
As an occupational therapist specializing in Autism, ADHD, and parenting, my mission is to empower individuals to thrive and families to connect.
Ranging from children to teens and young adults, I work with families seeking comprehensive support for their loved ones' development journey. I'm drawn to those with diverse needs, whether it's Autism, ADHD challenges, or parents seeking guidance. My clients embrace the power of play-based learning and are open to creative, engaging approaches. They're motivated for positive change, and excited to set collaborative goals through the convenience of online sessions, driven by virtual and IRL games.
As an occupational therapist specializing in Autism, ADHD, and parenting, my mission is to empower individuals to thrive and families to connect.
Ranging from children to teens and young adults, I work with families seeking comprehensive support for their loved ones' development journey. I'm drawn to those with diverse needs, whether it's Autism, ADHD challenges, or parents seeking guidance. My clients embrace the power of play-based learning and are open to creative, engaging approaches. They're motivated for positive change, and excited to set collaborative goals through the convenience of online sessions, driven by virtual and IRL games.
ME First Wellness Professional Counselling
Counsellor, BA, MA, BEd, RPC
Verified Verified
Saskatoon, SK S7L
I help people who are looking for support with: Relationship issues, Couples Counselling, Life Transition, Stress Management, Depression, Anxiety, Career Dissatisfaction, Life Stress, Relationship Issues, Parent/Child Issues, Self-Esteem Issues, Adolescent Change, Grief and Loss, and Life Coaching.
I have been in the education and social wellness field for over 20 years, specializing in counselling individuals, couples, and families to live purposeful, joy filled lives by focusing on Mental and Emotional work first. As Alfred Adler suggested, “first we think, then we feel, and then we act”. I help individuals navigate through issues related to stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I have a special interest in working with couples and relationship issues. My approach relies on extensive experience in Solution Focused Brief Therapy, TEAM-CBT, and MI. As well, I am now offering EFT Tapping sessions.
I help people who are looking for support with: Relationship issues, Couples Counselling, Life Transition, Stress Management, Depression, Anxiety, Career Dissatisfaction, Life Stress, Relationship Issues, Parent/Child Issues, Self-Esteem Issues, Adolescent Change, Grief and Loss, and Life Coaching.
I have been in the education and social wellness field for over 20 years, specializing in counselling individuals, couples, and families to live purposeful, joy filled lives by focusing on Mental and Emotional work first. As Alfred Adler suggested, “first we think, then we feel, and then we act”. I help individuals navigate through issues related to stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I have a special interest in working with couples and relationship issues. My approach relies on extensive experience in Solution Focused Brief Therapy, TEAM-CBT, and MI. As well, I am now offering EFT Tapping sessions.
Emery-Rose Assiniboine
Registered Social Worker, BISW, MISW, RSW
Verified Verified
Saskatoon, SK S7V (Online Only)
Emery can help you manage issues surrounding anxiety, depression, anger management, emotional regulation, self-regulation, coping skills, grief/loss, school issues, relationships issues, stress management, parenting support, and self-awareness.
Emery Assiniboine is a committed Registered Social Worker that hopes to guide those that she works with the skills and tools necessary to navigate life. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health counselling, emotional wellness support, and parent coaching services for First Nations individuals and families. Who she works with: Mothers/Persons in prenatal, labor and birth, and postnatal stages. She also works with new parents, adolescents(12yrs +), young adults and adults. Emery's passion is empowering and helping women, women identifying, and mothers through the various stages of their lives and healing journeys.
Emery can help you manage issues surrounding anxiety, depression, anger management, emotional regulation, self-regulation, coping skills, grief/loss, school issues, relationships issues, stress management, parenting support, and self-awareness.
Emery Assiniboine is a committed Registered Social Worker that hopes to guide those that she works with the skills and tools necessary to navigate life. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health counselling, emotional wellness support, and parent coaching services for First Nations individuals and families. Who she works with: Mothers/Persons in prenatal, labor and birth, and postnatal stages. She also works with new parents, adolescents(12yrs +), young adults and adults. Emery's passion is empowering and helping women, women identifying, and mothers through the various stages of their lives and healing journeys.
I am queer, genderqueer, a parent, and I have lived experience in non-traditional relationship dynamics.
Feeling disconnected? Perhaps you're struggling to exist in a society that doesn't feel like its accepting of you? I specialize in working with clients who often feel they diverge from societal norms. I have special interest in working with clients who may describe themselves as belonging to these groups: Neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+, Ethically Non-Monogamous, Kinky, and/or those involved in non-traditional family/relationship dynamics. If this is you, now that you are not alone! My experience may not be the same as yours, but through collaboration, we can work together to help find the best treatment methods for your unique situation.
I am queer, genderqueer, a parent, and I have lived experience in non-traditional relationship dynamics.
Feeling disconnected? Perhaps you're struggling to exist in a society that doesn't feel like its accepting of you? I specialize in working with clients who often feel they diverge from societal norms. I have special interest in working with clients who may describe themselves as belonging to these groups: Neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+, Ethically Non-Monogamous, Kinky, and/or those involved in non-traditional family/relationship dynamics. If this is you, now that you are not alone! My experience may not be the same as yours, but through collaboration, we can work together to help find the best treatment methods for your unique situation.
The Counselling Corner Ltd - 22 Offices in Sask
Registered Social Worker, BSW , MSW, RSW, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Martensville, SK S0K
Trauma Therapy (Somatic Experiencing Practitioner/SEP), Anxiety (Generalized/Social), Depression, Grief & Loss, Self Confidence/Self-Esteem, Women’s Issues, Self-Harming Behaviors, Social Skills, Anger Management, Child & Adolescent Issues, Separation/Divorce, Parenting/Co- parenting Issues, Parent & Teen Conflict, Couples in Conflict, Blended Families, etc.
I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker & Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapist. My perspective is a solution-focused that views individuals as the experts on their own lives. I provide goal-directed treatment focusing on strengths. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, & adults & helping them to move forward. I will assist clients in developing & working toward goals to fulfill their personal potential. I believe that each person has the answers that they seek & that as the therapist, my role is to help support self-discovery, facilitate increased personal insight & work together to accomplish your goal.
Trauma Therapy (Somatic Experiencing Practitioner/SEP), Anxiety (Generalized/Social), Depression, Grief & Loss, Self Confidence/Self-Esteem, Women’s Issues, Self-Harming Behaviors, Social Skills, Anger Management, Child & Adolescent Issues, Separation/Divorce, Parenting/Co- parenting Issues, Parent & Teen Conflict, Couples in Conflict, Blended Families, etc.
I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker & Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapist. My perspective is a solution-focused that views individuals as the experts on their own lives. I provide goal-directed treatment focusing on strengths. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, & adults & helping them to move forward. I will assist clients in developing & working toward goals to fulfill their personal potential. I believe that each person has the answers that they seek & that as the therapist, my role is to help support self-discovery, facilitate increased personal insight & work together to accomplish your goal.
Bright Side Play Therapy and Parent Support
Registered Social Worker, RSW, BSW, ECD2
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Langham, SK S0K
The therapist will meet with parents to get to know the child then will see the child individually or provide individual parent support if seeing the child is not necessary.
Are you concerned about your child? Do they struggle talking about things? Are you struggling with parenting? You have come to the right place. My name is Rhonda Stimpson and I am a Registered Social Worker working exclusively with children in the world of Play Therapy. Children experience difficulties in their lives but are often too young to work through those feelings with traditional talk therapy. Sometimes those difficulties can look like behavior problems, trouble at school and with friends or sleep problems. Often all it takes is an opportunity to express those feelings and emotions with a trained therapist.
The therapist will meet with parents to get to know the child then will see the child individually or provide individual parent support if seeing the child is not necessary.
Are you concerned about your child? Do they struggle talking about things? Are you struggling with parenting? You have come to the right place. My name is Rhonda Stimpson and I am a Registered Social Worker working exclusively with children in the world of Play Therapy. Children experience difficulties in their lives but are often too young to work through those feelings with traditional talk therapy. Sometimes those difficulties can look like behavior problems, trouble at school and with friends or sleep problems. Often all it takes is an opportunity to express those feelings and emotions with a trained therapist.
Twin Flame Counselling and Wellness (Ian)
Counsellor, RPC-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Regina, SK S4R
Through a combination of formal education in counselling and my life experiences developing my own mental fitness, I bring a genuine understanding to the difficulties that come with relationships, parenting, moving past traumatic events, and how it can feel impossible to make the changes needed for improvement.
“I… need… help…” can be three of the hardest words to say, and It's no secret that life throws a seemingly endless supply of challenges at us until we are so overwhelmed that, before we know it, we endure hardships navigating our relationship with ourselves and those that we care for and love.
Through a combination of formal education in counselling and my life experiences developing my own mental fitness, I bring a genuine understanding to the difficulties that come with relationships, parenting, moving past traumatic events, and how it can feel impossible to make the changes needed for improvement.
“I… need… help…” can be three of the hardest words to say, and It's no secret that life throws a seemingly endless supply of challenges at us until we are so overwhelmed that, before we know it, we endure hardships navigating our relationship with ourselves and those that we care for and love.
My areas of experience and interests are: Addictions, Mental health, ADHD and concurrent disorders, Depression and anxiety, stress management, Self-harming, Trauma, Anger management, Grief and loss, Behavioural management, Coping skills, Self-esteem, Peer relationships, Parenting and family conflict and Life transitions.
Hello, my name is Colleen Pelletier, I am a Metis counsellor and a registered Social Worker in Saskatchewan with experience working with children, youth, adults and families. I have a certificate and a Bachelor degree in Indigenous Social Work from the FNUC - U of R. I have worked in a selection of areas consisting of Addictions, Child Protection, Corrections and Therapeutic group homes. I use a holistic approach that enables and encourages you to use your own personal strengths for growth and healing. You can expect me to be there for you to support, encourage and watch you succeed in accomplishing your healing goals.
My areas of experience and interests are: Addictions, Mental health, ADHD and concurrent disorders, Depression and anxiety, stress management, Self-harming, Trauma, Anger management, Grief and loss, Behavioural management, Coping skills, Self-esteem, Peer relationships, Parenting and family conflict and Life transitions.
Hello, my name is Colleen Pelletier, I am a Metis counsellor and a registered Social Worker in Saskatchewan with experience working with children, youth, adults and families. I have a certificate and a Bachelor degree in Indigenous Social Work from the FNUC - U of R. I have worked in a selection of areas consisting of Addictions, Child Protection, Corrections and Therapeutic group homes. I use a holistic approach that enables and encourages you to use your own personal strengths for growth and healing. You can expect me to be there for you to support, encourage and watch you succeed in accomplishing your healing goals.
I work with moms and dads surviving the daily grind of parenting. Brand new parents looking for postpartum supports, or to talk about their bonding concerns. My hope is that you feel less isolated and get some tools to help you handle the day to day. Not ready for tools? That's ok. We can just start by talking through what is going on for you.
I work with moms and dads surviving the daily grind of parenting. Brand new parents looking for postpartum supports, or to talk about their bonding concerns. My hope is that you feel less isolated and get some tools to help you handle the day to day. Not ready for tools? That's ok. We can just start by talking through what is going on for you.
"Emotion, which is suffering, ceases to be suffering as soon as we form a clear and precise picture of it" Spinoza. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, parenting, life transitions, relationship issues or spiritual questioning our counselling services can be the right place to help you find your way. Together we can explore and bring awareness to your particular circumstances. Drawing from your strengths, we work to learn new strategies and ways to reinterpret life and reach the psychological and emotional wellbeing you wish to achieve.
"Emotion, which is suffering, ceases to be suffering as soon as we form a clear and precise picture of it" Spinoza. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, parenting, life transitions, relationship issues or spiritual questioning our counselling services can be the right place to help you find your way. Together we can explore and bring awareness to your particular circumstances. Drawing from your strengths, we work to learn new strategies and ways to reinterpret life and reach the psychological and emotional wellbeing you wish to achieve.
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Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7N
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with the following: Parenting (Single & Co-), Coaching & Mental Health Planning, Anxiety, Depression, Addictions, Life Transitions, ADHD, Stress/Coping, Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues (with the Self, children, or partner).
As a passionate advocate, coach, and counsellor for self-discovery and personal development, I am here to provide the space and discourse for you. I aim to assist or begin the process of guiding and uncovering parts of you that expresses your inner potential for growth, development, & holistic understanding of your Self. I firmly believe every person has the strength, tenacity, and convictions to overcome challenging experiences. I'd like to support you in positive changes in your life and will tailor my approach to what you feel would be most helpful to get you where you want to be.
I have experience working with the following: Parenting (Single & Co-), Coaching & Mental Health Planning, Anxiety, Depression, Addictions, Life Transitions, ADHD, Stress/Coping, Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues (with the Self, children, or partner).
As a passionate advocate, coach, and counsellor for self-discovery and personal development, I am here to provide the space and discourse for you. I aim to assist or begin the process of guiding and uncovering parts of you that expresses your inner potential for growth, development, & holistic understanding of your Self. I firmly believe every person has the strength, tenacity, and convictions to overcome challenging experiences. I'd like to support you in positive changes in your life and will tailor my approach to what you feel would be most helpful to get you where you want to be.
Journey Forward Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, RSW, BSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Regina, SK S4X
Navigating through separation, divorce, or co- parenting challenges can be emotionally overwhelming. I provide effective strategies and support to help individuals navigate the complexities of separation, divorce, and co- parenting. I understand that every individual's situation is different, and I offer personalized guidance and tools to help you find your way through this difficult time. While divorce and co- parenting can be challenging, I believe they also offer opportunities for personal growth and empowerment.
Navigating through separation, divorce, or co- parenting challenges can be emotionally overwhelming. I provide effective strategies and support to help individuals navigate the complexities of separation, divorce, and co- parenting. I understand that every individual's situation is different, and I offer personalized guidance and tools to help you find your way through this difficult time. While divorce and co- parenting can be challenging, I believe they also offer opportunities for personal growth and empowerment.
Expertise: Parenting challenges, Addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Depression, Domestic Violence, School issues, grief and loss, Relationship Issues, Self esteem, Stress, Trauma and PTSD, Divorce, Child abuse and neglect, navigating cultural transitions for newcomers to Canada, maintaining a health work- life balance.
My mission is to help clients recognize their inner strengths and to build resiliency. I use strength-based approach founded on principles of integrity, clear communication and cultivating genuine connections to help client navigate their individual needs. I am a dedicated and compassionate registered social worker with over twelve years of experience in supporting children, youth, adults, and families. I believe that each of us possesses the power to face changes and experience personal growth. I am committed to listening to you and work together to build a plan that will bring success to your challenges.
Expertise: Parenting challenges, Addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Depression, Domestic Violence, School issues, grief and loss, Relationship Issues, Self esteem, Stress, Trauma and PTSD, Divorce, Child abuse and neglect, navigating cultural transitions for newcomers to Canada, maintaining a health work- life balance.
My mission is to help clients recognize their inner strengths and to build resiliency. I use strength-based approach founded on principles of integrity, clear communication and cultivating genuine connections to help client navigate their individual needs. I am a dedicated and compassionate registered social worker with over twelve years of experience in supporting children, youth, adults, and families. I believe that each of us possesses the power to face changes and experience personal growth. I am committed to listening to you and work together to build a plan that will bring success to your challenges.
Mind Blown Therapy
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Regina, SK S4S (Online Only)
Has life suddenly become unmanageable? Is there a crisis you are trying to navigate which is causing distress? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Perhaps, a difficult relationship and not sure how to navigate? Are you a parent who is overwhelmed with dealing with children that make you want to pull your hair out? Are you someone who has retired or has been feeling the effects of Covid and has lost your sense of purpose? Is there a difficult life decision you are struggling to navigate? Addiction or someone else's addiction taking over your life? if so please feel free to reach out for your free 15 minute consultation.
Has life suddenly become unmanageable? Is there a crisis you are trying to navigate which is causing distress? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Perhaps, a difficult relationship and not sure how to navigate? Are you a parent who is overwhelmed with dealing with children that make you want to pull your hair out? Are you someone who has retired or has been feeling the effects of Covid and has lost your sense of purpose? Is there a difficult life decision you are struggling to navigate? Addiction or someone else's addiction taking over your life? if so please feel free to reach out for your free 15 minute consultation.
Welcome to my counselling space. As a therapist, I bring a blend of academic training and practical certifications to our sessions. With a Bachelor's degree in Social work and certifications in Intensive Trauma, motivation interviewing, mental health first aid and parenting methodologies, I've equipped myself to navigate the complexities of human experiences. My passion lies in areas such a mental health, trauma, self-esteem building and personal growth. I view individuals through a holistic lends, recognizing the intricate connection between mind and body. In our sessions, you'll find a non-judgmental and confidential space.
Welcome to my counselling space. As a therapist, I bring a blend of academic training and practical certifications to our sessions. With a Bachelor's degree in Social work and certifications in Intensive Trauma, motivation interviewing, mental health first aid and parenting methodologies, I've equipped myself to navigate the complexities of human experiences. My passion lies in areas such a mental health, trauma, self-esteem building and personal growth. I view individuals through a holistic lends, recognizing the intricate connection between mind and body. In our sessions, you'll find a non-judgmental and confidential space.
Alison works with individuals in their adolescent through adult years. She can provide either online or face-to-face appointments. Her main areas of experience are with ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, LGBTQ2+ divorce and separation. Together using a client-centered approach she can develop a therapeutic plan that feels right for you. Also is also a trained Parenting Coordinator and works with high conflict couples in separation and divorce to streamline their parenting plan, follow court orders and build guidelines around healthy communication in the best interest of their children.
Alison works with individuals in their adolescent through adult years. She can provide either online or face-to-face appointments. Her main areas of experience are with ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, LGBTQ2+ divorce and separation. Together using a client-centered approach she can develop a therapeutic plan that feels right for you. Also is also a trained Parenting Coordinator and works with high conflict couples in separation and divorce to streamline their parenting plan, follow court orders and build guidelines around healthy communication in the best interest of their children.
I am offering psychological services for individuals ( adolescents and adults), couples/families and third parties (employers and insurers). Issues addressed in therapy include: stress at work or home, anxiety, depression, relationships problems, self-esteem, coping with difficult life, and parenting. Approaches to therapy include Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused- CBT, Eye Movement Integration (EMI) , Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic, Brief Solution Focused, and Relationship Counseling (family therapy intervention based on Narrative, Intergenerational and Structural-Strategic Models).
I am offering psychological services for individuals ( adolescents and adults), couples/families and third parties (employers and insurers). Issues addressed in therapy include: stress at work or home, anxiety, depression, relationships problems, self-esteem, coping with difficult life, and parenting. Approaches to therapy include Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused- CBT, Eye Movement Integration (EMI) , Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic, Brief Solution Focused, and Relationship Counseling (family therapy intervention based on Narrative, Intergenerational and Structural-Strategic Models).
I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor and Certified Professional Coach. I provide personal growth and wellbeing counselling service in English and Mandarin. Besides treatment for anxiety & depression, trauma recovery, relationships, and communication, I am good at dealing with immigrant and teenage clients (16+) for their specific work and study challenges, acculturative stress as well as parenting and interpersonal relationship issues. I am familiar with both Western and Eastern work and life cultures based on previous worldwide business and study experience and 20+ years of multinational client service experience.
I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor and Certified Professional Coach. I provide personal growth and wellbeing counselling service in English and Mandarin. Besides treatment for anxiety & depression, trauma recovery, relationships, and communication, I am good at dealing with immigrant and teenage clients (16+) for their specific work and study challenges, acculturative stress as well as parenting and interpersonal relationship issues. I am familiar with both Western and Eastern work and life cultures based on previous worldwide business and study experience and 20+ years of multinational client service experience.
Brenda Braaten Modern Counselling and Coaching
Counsellor, RTC, B Ed
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7V
I am a counsellor for women! I counsel with a feminine lens and support women experiencing the multitude of issues that face women today. I will help you with your anxiety, depression, trauma, perfectionism, parenting, and relationships. If you are bogged down and feeling like your joy is being stolen by endless to-do lists, a partner who doesn't understand, parenting exhaustion and frustration, or career stress... I will guide you and support you in reclaiming your essence and living joyfully and mindfully. Women have far too much to manage these days and it is time for change.
I am a counsellor for women! I counsel with a feminine lens and support women experiencing the multitude of issues that face women today. I will help you with your anxiety, depression, trauma, perfectionism, parenting, and relationships. If you are bogged down and feeling like your joy is being stolen by endless to-do lists, a partner who doesn't understand, parenting exhaustion and frustration, or career stress... I will guide you and support you in reclaiming your essence and living joyfully and mindfully. Women have far too much to manage these days and it is time for change.
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Parenting Counsellors
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.