Parenting Therapists in Scottsdale, AZ
For the younger years, I am certified as a Calmer, Easier, Happier Parenting trainer.
I believe people are capable of healing, change, and being their better selves regardless of current or past experiences. In my office you will receive professional support, feedback, and encouragement. Together we will work to gain insight and implement effective strategies for change. Counseling need not be a long drawn out process. Knowing the critical factor for counseling success is the relationship between you and your therapist, I focus on understanding your experience and perspective without judgment and with a genuine desire to help. In times of pain and suffering we all need to feel we are not alone.
For the younger years, I am certified as a Calmer, Easier, Happier Parenting trainer.
I believe people are capable of healing, change, and being their better selves regardless of current or past experiences. In my office you will receive professional support, feedback, and encouragement. Together we will work to gain insight and implement effective strategies for change. Counseling need not be a long drawn out process. Knowing the critical factor for counseling success is the relationship between you and your therapist, I focus on understanding your experience and perspective without judgment and with a genuine desire to help. In times of pain and suffering we all need to feel we are not alone.
Many parents feel stuck, exhausted, and unsure how to help, while children and teens struggle to understand or manage what they're feeling.
The treatment approach is evidence-based and integrative, drawing from CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, and family systems interventions. In addition to therapy, I offer comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations and collaborate with a licensed neuropsychologist who provides neuropsychological and forensic evaluations, when more in-depth assessment is needed.
Many parents feel stuck, exhausted, and unsure how to help, while children and teens struggle to understand or manage what they're feeling.
The treatment approach is evidence-based and integrative, drawing from CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, and family systems interventions. In addition to therapy, I offer comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations and collaborate with a licensed neuropsychologist who provides neuropsychological and forensic evaluations, when more in-depth assessment is needed.
As a parent to two teenagers, I know how challenging it can be to raise kids right now.
Hi I'm Jodi! I'm so glad you're here! I'm an Arizona native with over 25 years of professional experience working with families and kids kindergarten-college. My career path has led me through schools, non-profits and beyond. Still, everything I cherish about this work comes from what I learned working at sleep-away camp... 1. Making messes teaches us how to clean up. 2. Discomfort is necessary for growth. 3. Trusting ourselves teaches us limits and shows us what we are capable of. 4. We don't get anywhere without advocating for ourselves. 5. Nothing is more delicious than grilled cheese and tomato soup.
As a parent to two teenagers, I know how challenging it can be to raise kids right now.
Hi I'm Jodi! I'm so glad you're here! I'm an Arizona native with over 25 years of professional experience working with families and kids kindergarten-college. My career path has led me through schools, non-profits and beyond. Still, everything I cherish about this work comes from what I learned working at sleep-away camp... 1. Making messes teaches us how to clean up. 2. Discomfort is necessary for growth. 3. Trusting ourselves teaches us limits and shows us what we are capable of. 4. We don't get anywhere without advocating for ourselves. 5. Nothing is more delicious than grilled cheese and tomato soup.
Kathleen Costello
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S, Sprvise, ICST, NBCC
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Are you a parent who’s concerned about your child?
My specialized training as a Registered Play Therapist, Credentialed Sandtray Therapist, Certified Trauma and Grief Coach means I can provide you the real professional expertise, guidance and compassionate support that you and your child needs to thrive! I believe each child is unique and special, therapy for your child should be just as special!
Are you a parent who’s concerned about your child?
My specialized training as a Registered Play Therapist, Credentialed Sandtray Therapist, Certified Trauma and Grief Coach means I can provide you the real professional expertise, guidance and compassionate support that you and your child needs to thrive! I believe each child is unique and special, therapy for your child should be just as special!
People are often faced with stressors related to parenting, marriage, loss and emotional overload.
It is my priority to connect with you and/or your family to develop an understanding of your concerns by examining the effect of relationships, symptoms and environment. To help you reach your goals, I guide you in exploring and finding your personal strengths. I understand that finding a match with a therapist is challenging.
People are often faced with stressors related to parenting, marriage, loss and emotional overload.
It is my priority to connect with you and/or your family to develop an understanding of your concerns by examining the effect of relationships, symptoms and environment. To help you reach your goals, I guide you in exploring and finding your personal strengths. I understand that finding a match with a therapist is challenging.
Are you the parent of a child, or partner to a spouse who struggles with ADHD, Anxiety and/or low support needs Autism?
I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate differences especially when anxiety, frustration and avoidance gets in the way of connection. Many of my clients are struggling in relationship with a difficult person and the pain and anguish of this relationship is having a serious impact on their emotional well being. Even if that person isn’t attending therapy with you, getting support is important. Your well being and how you orient to yourself and others matters. Perfection isn't possible but willingness to consider new perspectives and experiment can produce the kind of progress that fosters hope and relief.
Are you the parent of a child, or partner to a spouse who struggles with ADHD, Anxiety and/or low support needs Autism?
I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate differences especially when anxiety, frustration and avoidance gets in the way of connection. Many of my clients are struggling in relationship with a difficult person and the pain and anguish of this relationship is having a serious impact on their emotional well being. Even if that person isn’t attending therapy with you, getting support is important. Your well being and how you orient to yourself and others matters. Perfection isn't possible but willingness to consider new perspectives and experiment can produce the kind of progress that fosters hope and relief.
I also help clients with parenting challenges and personal goal setting.
I have 20+ years of experience supporting adults, teens and children. I specialize in supporting clients through life challenges and transitions, anxiety, depression, relationships, and trauma. I love helping my clients to recognize their strengths as they pursue their personal goals. I also specialize in child development and play therapy for children.
I also help clients with parenting challenges and personal goal setting.
I have 20+ years of experience supporting adults, teens and children. I specialize in supporting clients through life challenges and transitions, anxiety, depression, relationships, and trauma. I love helping my clients to recognize their strengths as they pursue their personal goals. I also specialize in child development and play therapy for children.
I am passionate about effective parenting allowing children to grow into responsible adults .
Therapy has the ability to allow one to process, grow, and heal. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is also Nationally and Board Certified. I have been in private practice for over 20 years where I focus on individual, child/teen, family, and couples counseling. An eclectic approach to therapy is utilized and geared towards self-improvement/personal growth through challenging and often tragic times. Therapeutic techniques and interventions are diverse in nature (CBT, DBT, EMDR, client centered, etc.) that specifically cater towards each individual, couple, or family.
I am passionate about effective parenting allowing children to grow into responsible adults .
Therapy has the ability to allow one to process, grow, and heal. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is also Nationally and Board Certified. I have been in private practice for over 20 years where I focus on individual, child/teen, family, and couples counseling. An eclectic approach to therapy is utilized and geared towards self-improvement/personal growth through challenging and often tragic times. Therapeutic techniques and interventions are diverse in nature (CBT, DBT, EMDR, client centered, etc.) that specifically cater towards each individual, couple, or family.
One of the most crucial parts of the therapeutic process is connection. Having a space where you feel understood and not judged is foundational, especially in these times. We all have a unique history and journey- no two experiences are alike. I incorporate both an INDIVIDUALIZED and WHOLISTIC approach to therapy, geared towards considering the whole person, identifying how each part affects and influences the other. We will work on clearly identifing goals and measuring your progress. Together we can do this by practicing the principle of HOPE, as I believe almost everything in life is "figure-out-able."
One of the most crucial parts of the therapeutic process is connection. Having a space where you feel understood and not judged is foundational, especially in these times. We all have a unique history and journey- no two experiences are alike. I incorporate both an INDIVIDUALIZED and WHOLISTIC approach to therapy, geared towards considering the whole person, identifying how each part affects and influences the other. We will work on clearly identifing goals and measuring your progress. Together we can do this by practicing the principle of HOPE, as I believe almost everything in life is "figure-out-able."
My ideal clients are adults who have tried therapy without meaningful results, parents concerned about their teen but unsure what to do, families seeking expert guidance, and high-functioning individuals who are quietly struggling.
I am a board-certified clinical psychologist with extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, and families in complex situations. I specialize in anxiety, eating disorders, and high-pressure concerns, offering focused, practical care and consultation to help patients and families gain clarity and make meaningful, lasting change.
My ideal clients are adults who have tried therapy without meaningful results, parents concerned about their teen but unsure what to do, families seeking expert guidance, and high-functioning individuals who are quietly struggling.
I am a board-certified clinical psychologist with extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, and families in complex situations. I specialize in anxiety, eating disorders, and high-pressure concerns, offering focused, practical care and consultation to help patients and families gain clarity and make meaningful, lasting change.
My passion is working with parents who are experiencing the challenges of parenthood, especially with a child who requires special care.
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals, families, and couples to strengthen their relationships with others and themselves. I take a collaborative approach with you to understand your experience and guide you toward personal growth, emotional awareness, and healthy relationships. I have 10 years experience working with individuals who struggle with mental health and families who have children that require special care including autism, mental, and physical disabilities.
My passion is working with parents who are experiencing the challenges of parenthood, especially with a child who requires special care.
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals, families, and couples to strengthen their relationships with others and themselves. I take a collaborative approach with you to understand your experience and guide you toward personal growth, emotional awareness, and healthy relationships. I have 10 years experience working with individuals who struggle with mental health and families who have children that require special care including autism, mental, and physical disabilities.
I currently offer Parenting the Chaos education program and Focused Parenting Program therapy package both virtually and in person.
I believe it is essential to bring families together in the therapy room to help parents better understand the impact of their child's atypical development on any presenting concerns through psychoeducation. I typically utilize a strategic approach and aspects of CBT in providing therapy services to children and their families or individual adult clients.
I currently offer Parenting the Chaos education program and Focused Parenting Program therapy package both virtually and in person.
I believe it is essential to bring families together in the therapy room to help parents better understand the impact of their child's atypical development on any presenting concerns through psychoeducation. I typically utilize a strategic approach and aspects of CBT in providing therapy services to children and their families or individual adult clients.
Couples and families often navigate the complexities of relationships and life transitions, facing challenges like communication breakdowns, intimacy issues, or the weight of past traumas. For those seeking deeper connections, understanding, and healing, the goal is to feel heard, supported, and guided. Whether dealing with major life changes, daily stressors, or seeking individual growth, the aim is to create a harmonious and fulfilling life. Work with children 8+ often involves the entire family, ensuring a holistic approach. Individual sessions are also available for personal support.
Couples and families often navigate the complexities of relationships and life transitions, facing challenges like communication breakdowns, intimacy issues, or the weight of past traumas. For those seeking deeper connections, understanding, and healing, the goal is to feel heard, supported, and guided. Whether dealing with major life changes, daily stressors, or seeking individual growth, the aim is to create a harmonious and fulfilling life. Work with children 8+ often involves the entire family, ensuring a holistic approach. Individual sessions are also available for personal support.
I specialize in supporting children and teens with their mental health as well as parents navigating the tender seasons of trying to conceive, pregnancy, postpartum, or general parenting.
I help children, teens, young adults, and parents with trauma, anxiety, behavior challenges, and perinatal mental health. I draw on Parent Management Training, CBT, ACT, and Trauma-Focused CBT to offer practical tools and a warm, supportive space where families can thrive.
I specialize in supporting children and teens with their mental health as well as parents navigating the tender seasons of trying to conceive, pregnancy, postpartum, or general parenting.
I help children, teens, young adults, and parents with trauma, anxiety, behavior challenges, and perinatal mental health. I draw on Parent Management Training, CBT, ACT, and Trauma-Focused CBT to offer practical tools and a warm, supportive space where families can thrive.
I want to inspire others to take action in prioritizing their mental health. As someone who personally struggled with their mental health, I know how hard this journey can be and what it takes to manifest the life that you desire and you are worthy. Healing rarely comes without difficulty and you have taken the first step by searching for a therapist. As a therapist my goal is to help you gain the tools needed to nourish your mind, body and soul. I pride myself in my ability to connect with my clients by providing a safe, relaxing, an judgment free environment that align with growth and healing.
I want to inspire others to take action in prioritizing their mental health. As someone who personally struggled with their mental health, I know how hard this journey can be and what it takes to manifest the life that you desire and you are worthy. Healing rarely comes without difficulty and you have taken the first step by searching for a therapist. As a therapist my goal is to help you gain the tools needed to nourish your mind, body and soul. I pride myself in my ability to connect with my clients by providing a safe, relaxing, an judgment free environment that align with growth and healing.
Addiction is a family disease; meaning it doesn’t only affect the one individual with the addiction, the other family members feel the shockwaves too. My family continues to feel the impact of losing our son 11 years ago, so it is meaningful to me to help others avoid that struggle. I am honored to be able to combine my personal experience with the clinical background to enable families to better support the recovery of their loved ones. I am equally devoted to helping individuals with their recovery and personal growth journeys.
Addiction is a family disease; meaning it doesn’t only affect the one individual with the addiction, the other family members feel the shockwaves too. My family continues to feel the impact of losing our son 11 years ago, so it is meaningful to me to help others avoid that struggle. I am honored to be able to combine my personal experience with the clinical background to enable families to better support the recovery of their loved ones. I am equally devoted to helping individuals with their recovery and personal growth journeys.
I have extensive experience helping people make positive change in their lives utilizing a comprehensive approach. Treatment modalities include solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, hypnotherapy, and EMDR. My ideal client is anyone who wishes to live a happier, healthier life.
I have extensive experience helping people make positive change in their lives utilizing a comprehensive approach. Treatment modalities include solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, hypnotherapy, and EMDR. My ideal client is anyone who wishes to live a happier, healthier life.
Are you a parent with a struggling child or teen?
As a Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, Dr. Sharonah has a medical & psychology background. She provides therapy, coaching, & prescribes medication as needed. She enjoys working with all ages, as individuals, families or couples.
Are you a parent with a struggling child or teen?
As a Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, Dr. Sharonah has a medical & psychology background. She provides therapy, coaching, & prescribes medication as needed. She enjoys working with all ages, as individuals, families or couples.
If you are currently struggling with family issues, feel free to call or email me. I am currently accepting clients in-person or through a video chat called Doxy.me. I will teach you how to effectively communicate, be less anxious during stressful times and to become more self-assured in your everyday decisions. I see individuals ages 12+, couples, families and seniors. Our work will empower you to make the changes that you need to make in order to live a more fulfilling life.
If you are currently struggling with family issues, feel free to call or email me. I am currently accepting clients in-person or through a video chat called Doxy.me. I will teach you how to effectively communicate, be less anxious during stressful times and to become more self-assured in your everyday decisions. I see individuals ages 12+, couples, families and seniors. Our work will empower you to make the changes that you need to make in order to live a more fulfilling life.
Life changes, grief, loss, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, even parenting, can be difficult.
I specialize in DBT and CBT, while also using tools from IFS, polyvagal, solution-focused and person-centered approaches. I will work with you to create a plan that will best meet your needs and goals. This can include coping skills, thought awareness, engaging in mindfulness, and creating boundaries while having much needed support during times of distress.
Life changes, grief, loss, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, even parenting, can be difficult.
I specialize in DBT and CBT, while also using tools from IFS, polyvagal, solution-focused and person-centered approaches. I will work with you to create a plan that will best meet your needs and goals. This can include coping skills, thought awareness, engaging in mindfulness, and creating boundaries while having much needed support during times of distress.
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Parenting Therapists
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.