Parenting Therapists in El Cajon, CA

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Krystle Joy Briese
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
El Cajon, CA 92020
Now offering brief treatment parenting sessions & supervision for Play Therapists to be.
Is your child or teen struggling at home, school, or in their everyday life? Are you trying to figure out how to be the best parent for them? As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor I can help your child or teen work through their struggles and help you, as their parent, help them too.
Now offering brief treatment parenting sessions & supervision for Play Therapists to be.
Is your child or teen struggling at home, school, or in their everyday life? Are you trying to figure out how to be the best parent for them? As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor I can help your child or teen work through their struggles and help you, as their parent, help them too.
(619) 658-6811 View (619) 658-6811
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Helen Greenbergs
Psychologist, PhD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92020  (Online Only)
Are you living with chronic health problems that seem to be taking over your life and stealing your happiness? Are you trying to get pregnant, currently pregnant, or raising a young child, wondering how you could be a more effective, confident and joyful parent? Are you a college student, or graduate student, feeling overwhelmed with multiple demands on your time and energy? I am a clinical psychologist, specializing in cognitive-behavioral therapy. In my practice I work with adults experiencing stress, anxiety, confusion, or depression, due to everyday life events or major life challenges.
Are you living with chronic health problems that seem to be taking over your life and stealing your happiness? Are you trying to get pregnant, currently pregnant, or raising a young child, wondering how you could be a more effective, confident and joyful parent? Are you a college student, or graduate student, feeling overwhelmed with multiple demands on your time and energy? I am a clinical psychologist, specializing in cognitive-behavioral therapy. In my practice I work with adults experiencing stress, anxiety, confusion, or depression, due to everyday life events or major life challenges.
(619) 505-3881 View (619) 505-3881
Talin Yesaie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
El Cajon, CA 92019
I have experience and training working with children, families and individual exposed to Trauma, domestic violence, parenting issues and provide in home parent coaching and parenting classes.
Seeking therapy and parent coaching services can be an anxiety provoking process and I'm here to help make it as easy and possible. I would love to speak with you further to answer any questions you have to ensure that our relationship will be the right one for your and your loved ones. I pride myself in my ability to connect with children instantly and make children and families feel comfortable in seeking support, guidance care to improve relationships with their loved ones.
I have experience and training working with children, families and individual exposed to Trauma, domestic violence, parenting issues and provide in home parent coaching and parenting classes.
Seeking therapy and parent coaching services can be an anxiety provoking process and I'm here to help make it as easy and possible. I would love to speak with you further to answer any questions you have to ensure that our relationship will be the right one for your and your loved ones. I pride myself in my ability to connect with children instantly and make children and families feel comfortable in seeking support, guidance care to improve relationships with their loved ones.
(858) 914-4746 View (858) 914-4746
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Preventative Health for Happy Families!
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
El Cajon, CA 92020
*Early Childhood- Hands-on with Parent & Child; *Families Living with Illness/Injury- Managing its impact on the family unit.
I've had the joy of working with children and families for nearly 20 years. I also am the founder/owner of "Preventative Health for Happy Families!" a boutique group practice specializing in Military Families. We embrace the philosophy of resiliency and take a strength based approach to motivate change. In session, we help with the development of basic life skills: management of difficult feelings, stress reduction, effective communication, parenting techniques, practical goal-setting, or improved problem solving. The end result? Thriving individuals, satisfied couples, cohesive families and happy children!
*Early Childhood- Hands-on with Parent & Child; *Families Living with Illness/Injury- Managing its impact on the family unit.
I've had the joy of working with children and families for nearly 20 years. I also am the founder/owner of "Preventative Health for Happy Families!" a boutique group practice specializing in Military Families. We embrace the philosophy of resiliency and take a strength based approach to motivate change. In session, we help with the development of basic life skills: management of difficult feelings, stress reduction, effective communication, parenting techniques, practical goal-setting, or improved problem solving. The end result? Thriving individuals, satisfied couples, cohesive families and happy children!
(858) 633-8510 View (858) 633-8510
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Sarah Wright
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
El Cajon, CA 92020
Is your child experiencing difficulty at school, preschool, or in day to day life? Are you a parent that is experiencing stress due to child issues? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Virginia and California, as well as a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor who can assist you and your child create a sense of calm in the current storm. While I primarily work with children, I feel that it is equally important to work with parents in conjunction or just the parents in some instances to create a better outcome for the family unit. For families in California, I would be working solely through telehealth.
Is your child experiencing difficulty at school, preschool, or in day to day life? Are you a parent that is experiencing stress due to child issues? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Virginia and California, as well as a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor who can assist you and your child create a sense of calm in the current storm. While I primarily work with children, I feel that it is equally important to work with parents in conjunction or just the parents in some instances to create a better outcome for the family unit. For families in California, I would be working solely through telehealth.
(757) 208-9507 View (757) 208-9507
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Jennifer Elkins LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
El Cajon, CA 92020  (Online Only)
I have worked with clients on a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting struggles and trauma.
We all experience different struggles at one time or another throughout our life. Therapy is a way to assist you in embracing your current situation and moving through, rather than getting stuck or spiraling backward in your journey. Life can be complex and challenging for all of us at one time or another. It can require extra support and interventions to help move through the struggles we may be experiencing.
I have worked with clients on a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting struggles and trauma.
We all experience different struggles at one time or another throughout our life. Therapy is a way to assist you in embracing your current situation and moving through, rather than getting stuck or spiraling backward in your journey. Life can be complex and challenging for all of us at one time or another. It can require extra support and interventions to help move through the struggles we may be experiencing.
(619) 304-1035 View (619) 304-1035
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Tyeast Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92021
I have primarily used Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Trauma Focused Therapy in areas such as parenting issues, body image, cultural identity, trauma, behavioral issues, anxiety and depression to name a few.
My name is Tyeast Brown, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) in California and work with various clients via telehealth. I have worked in the mental health field for over 25 years and utilize different tools to fit the needs of each client. My approach to therapy varies depending on the needs of each client. I work well with children, teens/adolescents, young adults, transitional-age youth, couples, and individuals via different evidence-based modalities.
I have primarily used Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Trauma Focused Therapy in areas such as parenting issues, body image, cultural identity, trauma, behavioral issues, anxiety and depression to name a few.
My name is Tyeast Brown, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) in California and work with various clients via telehealth. I have worked in the mental health field for over 25 years and utilize different tools to fit the needs of each client. My approach to therapy varies depending on the needs of each client. I work well with children, teens/adolescents, young adults, transitional-age youth, couples, and individuals via different evidence-based modalities.
(619) 815-5731 View (619) 815-5731
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Accepting Me Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92020
The population I generally provide services for struggle with the following issues and symptoms: depression, anxiety, anger management, relationship issues/conflicts, social/peer challenges, parenting difficulties, LGBTQ challenges, trauma, parent-child conflicts, behavioral problems, adjustment issues, mood disregulation, grief & loss. Most clients, like everyone in life, are looking for relief from difficult situations and troubling symptoms, a sense of comfort within their own skin. They have the desire towards alleviating their distress and looking for professional help.
The population I generally provide services for struggle with the following issues and symptoms: depression, anxiety, anger management, relationship issues/conflicts, social/peer challenges, parenting difficulties, LGBTQ challenges, trauma, parent-child conflicts, behavioral problems, adjustment issues, mood disregulation, grief & loss. Most clients, like everyone in life, are looking for relief from difficult situations and troubling symptoms, a sense of comfort within their own skin. They have the desire towards alleviating their distress and looking for professional help.
(619) 305-0780 View (619) 305-0780
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Live Inspired Child & Family Therapy, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
El Cajon, CA 92020  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Child and Family Therapist, Registered Play Therapist, Certified Breakthrough Parenting Instructor (CBPI), and Certified Health Coach.
Through a holistic approach including: Play Therapy, Expressive Arts, and Integrative Nutrition, I support clients in exploring their unique strengths and individual needs. I am a believer in the extraordinary healing powers of play! "The creation of something new is not powered by the intellect, but by the play instinct arising from inner necessity." ~ Carl Jung.
I am a Licensed Child and Family Therapist, Registered Play Therapist, Certified Breakthrough Parenting Instructor (CBPI), and Certified Health Coach.
Through a holistic approach including: Play Therapy, Expressive Arts, and Integrative Nutrition, I support clients in exploring their unique strengths and individual needs. I am a believer in the extraordinary healing powers of play! "The creation of something new is not powered by the intellect, but by the play instinct arising from inner necessity." ~ Carl Jung.
(619) 738-6512 View (619) 738-6512
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Andrea Guttman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92020  (Online Only)
Hi! I’m Andrea, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the owner of Tulipa Therapy. I have over 15 years of experience in community mental health, juvenile justice, and school system settings. I work with adults and teens and love holding space for people and their experiences. I’m certified in maternal mental health and my specialties include, anxiety, burnout, grief/loss, life transitions, perfectionism, self-esteem, stress, motherhood, and parenting.
Hi! I’m Andrea, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the owner of Tulipa Therapy. I have over 15 years of experience in community mental health, juvenile justice, and school system settings. I work with adults and teens and love holding space for people and their experiences. I’m certified in maternal mental health and my specialties include, anxiety, burnout, grief/loss, life transitions, perfectionism, self-esteem, stress, motherhood, and parenting.
(619) 625-5982 View (619) 625-5982
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Keegan Starr
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92020
Hello, my name is Keegan Starr, and I am a Licensed Profession Clinical Counselor (LPCC14938) with a master's in clinical Mental Health Counseling. Thank you for taking the time to view my information. I consider counseling others a tremendous privilege. I offer youth, teen, individual, couples, and family counseling; parenting classes and mental health groups; and court mandated DVRP groups, counseling and reunification counseling. I always try to create and calm, empathetic and safe environment that allows clients to freely and honestly explore what they are going through.
Hello, my name is Keegan Starr, and I am a Licensed Profession Clinical Counselor (LPCC14938) with a master's in clinical Mental Health Counseling. Thank you for taking the time to view my information. I consider counseling others a tremendous privilege. I offer youth, teen, individual, couples, and family counseling; parenting classes and mental health groups; and court mandated DVRP groups, counseling and reunification counseling. I always try to create and calm, empathetic and safe environment that allows clients to freely and honestly explore what they are going through.
(909) 442-5347 View (909) 442-5347
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Tanya L Hilber
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
El Cajon, CA 92019
I also work with women's midlife transitions, parenting, and other life stressors.
Do you want help with finding balance in your life? I am an interactive, empathetic therapist and provide support, understanding, practical feedback and guidance. Sometimes the sense of self is not meeting personal, professional, or social needs. By working together, we can develop awareness and effectively address life challenges to find balance in your life. Treatment is personalized to you or your child and the specific situation. I am not accepting new clients, but my amazing therapists at Hilber Psychological Services are ready to work with you!
I also work with women's midlife transitions, parenting, and other life stressors.
Do you want help with finding balance in your life? I am an interactive, empathetic therapist and provide support, understanding, practical feedback and guidance. Sometimes the sense of self is not meeting personal, professional, or social needs. By working together, we can develop awareness and effectively address life challenges to find balance in your life. Treatment is personalized to you or your child and the specific situation. I am not accepting new clients, but my amazing therapists at Hilber Psychological Services are ready to work with you!
(619) 722-3376 View (619) 722-3376
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Eden Marchant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92019
My areas of focus in practice are improving self-esteem, coping with trauma, adjusting to life transitions, parenting, and relationships, adjusting to divorce and separation, and reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Hello, my name is Eden Marchant. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have over 20 years of experience working with youth, families, and adults. I am passionate about helping people meet their desired goals, heal, and transform. I offer a variety of therapeutic approaches based on the needs of the client. These approaches include Psychodynamic, CBT, Mindfulness, Strength Based, and Future Focused. In collaboration with the client these approaches reduce or alleviate mental health symptoms, resolve personal issues, and positive changes in their life.
My areas of focus in practice are improving self-esteem, coping with trauma, adjusting to life transitions, parenting, and relationships, adjusting to divorce and separation, and reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Hello, my name is Eden Marchant. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have over 20 years of experience working with youth, families, and adults. I am passionate about helping people meet their desired goals, heal, and transform. I offer a variety of therapeutic approaches based on the needs of the client. These approaches include Psychodynamic, CBT, Mindfulness, Strength Based, and Future Focused. In collaboration with the client these approaches reduce or alleviate mental health symptoms, resolve personal issues, and positive changes in their life.
(424) 588-6820 View (424) 588-6820
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Esther Yi
PsyD
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92021  (Online Only)
Life is sometimes unexpectedly difficult and suffering can be inevitable. However, how you respond to life circumstances can drastically change your ability to enjoy life. I have worked with those that believed in lies about themselves after a traumatic incident, childhood, or their own minds. These lies can be crippling and result in anxiety, depression, addictions, school related difficulties, stress, anger, parenting, communication difficulties, relational issues, family problems, job dissatisfaction and more. I provide different perspectives that encourage personal healing and relief. Change your mind change your life
Life is sometimes unexpectedly difficult and suffering can be inevitable. However, how you respond to life circumstances can drastically change your ability to enjoy life. I have worked with those that believed in lies about themselves after a traumatic incident, childhood, or their own minds. These lies can be crippling and result in anxiety, depression, addictions, school related difficulties, stress, anger, parenting, communication difficulties, relational issues, family problems, job dissatisfaction and more. I provide different perspectives that encourage personal healing and relief. Change your mind change your life
(619) 367-9154 View (619) 367-9154
Shirley Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92020
I work with you toward: Understanding/coping with depression, sadness, guilt, or loss of self esteem; Dealing with sudden anxiety or continuing worry or stress; Achieving a more satisfying relationship with your mate/dealing with continuing, unresolved problems in your relationship; Dealing with a sudden, stressful life event, such as a divorce or the death of someone close; Facing the challenges of single parenting or co- parenting with a new spouse; Coping with someone you care about who drinks too much or uses drugs; Resolving continuing problems with coworkers or work-related stress.
I work with you toward: Understanding/coping with depression, sadness, guilt, or loss of self esteem; Dealing with sudden anxiety or continuing worry or stress; Achieving a more satisfying relationship with your mate/dealing with continuing, unresolved problems in your relationship; Dealing with a sudden, stressful life event, such as a divorce or the death of someone close; Facing the challenges of single parenting or co- parenting with a new spouse; Coping with someone you care about who drinks too much or uses drugs; Resolving continuing problems with coworkers or work-related stress.
(619) 736-8206 View (619) 736-8206
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Fariba Rostami
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92019
I obtained doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology. My license qualification is a Marriage and Family Therapy. Currently, in my private practice, I work with individuals, children, and adolescents, and administer psychotherapy for couples and families. Diagnosis of ADHD for all populations utilizing Test of Variables of Attention (T.O.V.A.), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), PE, Behavioral Modification for children and adolescents, working with adolescents experiencing acculturation issues, Parenting Skills, Couples & Family developmental communication strategies, and attachment realignment.
I obtained doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology. My license qualification is a Marriage and Family Therapy. Currently, in my private practice, I work with individuals, children, and adolescents, and administer psychotherapy for couples and families. Diagnosis of ADHD for all populations utilizing Test of Variables of Attention (T.O.V.A.), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), PE, Behavioral Modification for children and adolescents, working with adolescents experiencing acculturation issues, Parenting Skills, Couples & Family developmental communication strategies, and attachment realignment.
(858) 381-4108 View (858) 381-4108
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Adam Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92020
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in San Diego, California who has been working in the field of psychology since 2013. I have experience working in residential, schools, outpatient, and crisis settings as well as work now in my own private practice with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, addiction, relationship issues, parenting problems, social concerns, life transitions, grief/loss, trauma, abuse, crisis situations, and general adjustment issues. I have diagnosed and helped clients work through most of the disorders listed in the DSM-5.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in San Diego, California who has been working in the field of psychology since 2013. I have experience working in residential, schools, outpatient, and crisis settings as well as work now in my own private practice with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, addiction, relationship issues, parenting problems, social concerns, life transitions, grief/loss, trauma, abuse, crisis situations, and general adjustment issues. I have diagnosed and helped clients work through most of the disorders listed in the DSM-5.
(619) 345-5939 View (619) 345-5939
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Crystal Carrillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92020
Tired of feeling the way you are feeling and ready to take the first step to heal and change. My name is Crystal Carrillo and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I service diverse populations ranging from children to older adults. My areas of expertise are ADD/ADHD, Co-Occurring Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Divorce, Parent-Child Relational Issues, Family Relational Issues, Trauma, Victims of Abuse, Women Issues, Career Changes, Grief and Loss, Bullying, Anger Management, and Life Transitions.
Tired of feeling the way you are feeling and ready to take the first step to heal and change. My name is Crystal Carrillo and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I service diverse populations ranging from children to older adults. My areas of expertise are ADD/ADHD, Co-Occurring Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Divorce, Parent-Child Relational Issues, Family Relational Issues, Trauma, Victims of Abuse, Women Issues, Career Changes, Grief and Loss, Bullying, Anger Management, and Life Transitions.
(909) 639-2490 View (909) 639-2490
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THEdetour
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92020
Waitlist for new clients
My passion is to help people find that moment in their lives when they can truly love themselves and tap into their internal strength. I didn't always have that, and I know how hard it is to find. I also recognize that I couldn't have achieved happiness on my own. I would love to be a part of your support network as you move forward in your journey towards happiness. I specialize in military life, veterans, domestic violence, child abuse, relationship work and parenting. This comes from education that I have received and life experiences.
My passion is to help people find that moment in their lives when they can truly love themselves and tap into their internal strength. I didn't always have that, and I know how hard it is to find. I also recognize that I couldn't have achieved happiness on my own. I would love to be a part of your support network as you move forward in your journey towards happiness. I specialize in military life, veterans, domestic violence, child abuse, relationship work and parenting. This comes from education that I have received and life experiences.
(619) 361-8041 View (619) 361-8041
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Vanessa Castillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92020
Hi there, I'm Vanessa! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and graduated with my Master of Social Work degree from California State University- Northridge in 2016. I've worked with various age ranges, but primarily my experience is with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have been trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF- CBT), Families Overcoming Under Stress (FOCUS), Triple P (Positive Parenting), and Managing and Adapting Practices (MAP). I believe that everyone should have a safe place where they can work through their individual journey.
Hi there, I'm Vanessa! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and graduated with my Master of Social Work degree from California State University- Northridge in 2016. I've worked with various age ranges, but primarily my experience is with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have been trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF- CBT), Families Overcoming Under Stress (FOCUS), Triple P (Positive Parenting), and Managing and Adapting Practices (MAP). I believe that everyone should have a safe place where they can work through their individual journey.
(951) 724-5879 View (951) 724-5879
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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.