Parenting Therapists in Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO
Rachel Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80302
Are you grappling with the realization that your usual strategies for tackling challenges have hit a roadblock? The weight of work tasks becoming too burdensome? Struggling with the relentless pursuit of being a "good enough" parent? Are you finding yourself in similar relationships and feeling like the common denomenator? If you're feeling trapped in the monotonous motions of life, you are not alone. I am so glad you are here!
Are you grappling with the realization that your usual strategies for tackling challenges have hit a roadblock? The weight of work tasks becoming too burdensome? Struggling with the relentless pursuit of being a "good enough" parent? Are you finding yourself in similar relationships and feeling like the common denomenator? If you're feeling trapped in the monotonous motions of life, you are not alone. I am so glad you are here!
Having challenges in your relationship(s)? If so, then I welcome you to the most common challenge of Being Human. I will help you to dissect the roots of your emotional struggles, relational patterns, and early family experiences in order for you to break free of the burdens you have carried for years that do not work in your life or relationships anymore. I enjoy working with adults and couples who face challenges with partnership, parenting issues and divorce. I also enjoy supporting all people realize their full potential and what is holding them back.
Having challenges in your relationship(s)? If so, then I welcome you to the most common challenge of Being Human. I will help you to dissect the roots of your emotional struggles, relational patterns, and early family experiences in order for you to break free of the burdens you have carried for years that do not work in your life or relationships anymore. I enjoy working with adults and couples who face challenges with partnership, parenting issues and divorce. I also enjoy supporting all people realize their full potential and what is holding them back.
Stephanie Bryan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAS, NCAC, II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303
In addition, having worked in in-patient treatment for chemical dependency and mood disorders, I decided to teach parenting classes and offer parent coaching as primary prevention, to help parents raise children to make healthier choices.
I have several passions: 1) I help women struggling with depression and self esteem, especially as they age, to find meaning in their lives. 2) I help parents raise kids who will want to come home for Thanksgiving...and you'll want to see them. 3) I help parents who have made a decision not to work to be full-time stay-at-home parents feel confident and validated in their choice. There is no more important work than successfully raising the next generation. 4) I help seniors dealing with aging issues, depression, and addictions. 5) I help all adults dealing with addictions, depression, and anxiety.
In addition, having worked in in-patient treatment for chemical dependency and mood disorders, I decided to teach parenting classes and offer parent coaching as primary prevention, to help parents raise children to make healthier choices.
I have several passions: 1) I help women struggling with depression and self esteem, especially as they age, to find meaning in their lives. 2) I help parents raise kids who will want to come home for Thanksgiving...and you'll want to see them. 3) I help parents who have made a decision not to work to be full-time stay-at-home parents feel confident and validated in their choice. There is no more important work than successfully raising the next generation. 4) I help seniors dealing with aging issues, depression, and addictions. 5) I help all adults dealing with addictions, depression, and anxiety.
Stephanie Dueger
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303
And also for: expectant parents and families with young children, focused on: preparing for parenthood, healing after infertility, perinatal loss, or birth trauma, parenting young children, and psycho-educational classes for the prenatal period and early parenthood.
Relationships create the foundation of our lives throughout our entire existence. In fact, our earliest relationships can impact nearly every future interaction we have. If you have questions, concerns, or curiosities about any of your relationships - with your partner, children, extended family, or friends - working with a therapist specially trained in attachment work can change your life. Finding a therapist who really understands you, and what you are going through, is imperative in attachment work. Find someone who will both deeply support you and gently challenge you when you are on the edge of growth.
And also for: expectant parents and families with young children, focused on: preparing for parenthood, healing after infertility, perinatal loss, or birth trauma, parenting young children, and psycho-educational classes for the prenatal period and early parenthood.
Relationships create the foundation of our lives throughout our entire existence. In fact, our earliest relationships can impact nearly every future interaction we have. If you have questions, concerns, or curiosities about any of your relationships - with your partner, children, extended family, or friends - working with a therapist specially trained in attachment work can change your life. Finding a therapist who really understands you, and what you are going through, is imperative in attachment work. Find someone who will both deeply support you and gently challenge you when you are on the edge of growth.
Marc Esenwein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303
Solution-Focused, CBT and Narrative approaches can get to positive outcomes for those in relationships including couples counseling, single parenting, and blended families.
I know that children and teens have strengths along with concerning risk factors that may need attention. If you or your family members are experiencing difficulty with your relationships because of communication and problem-solving problems, please consider evidence-based individual or episodic family therapy. Research shows lasting results when parents and youth learn ways to enhance one another's relational skill-building together. I specialize in helping clients find ways to work through risks such as substance abuse, aggression, anxiety, mood swings, trauma, loss and grief, and school issues.
Solution-Focused, CBT and Narrative approaches can get to positive outcomes for those in relationships including couples counseling, single parenting, and blended families.
I know that children and teens have strengths along with concerning risk factors that may need attention. If you or your family members are experiencing difficulty with your relationships because of communication and problem-solving problems, please consider evidence-based individual or episodic family therapy. Research shows lasting results when parents and youth learn ways to enhance one another's relational skill-building together. I specialize in helping clients find ways to work through risks such as substance abuse, aggression, anxiety, mood swings, trauma, loss and grief, and school issues.
Annie Dornbush
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303
Parents who work with a therapist are able to better handle the challenges of parenting as well as make good parenting decisions.
Parenting, especially in the midst of our ever changing, fast moving culture, comes with many joys and challenges. Our expectations of parenthood often do not match our reality and this can leave caregivers with feelings of anxiety, stress, isolation, inadequacy and loneliness. Having a place to explore those feelings without judgement is what makes therapy so powerful. I am here to help you navigate parenting in a supportive non-judgmental space. Book a free 20 minute phone consultation to learn how we could work together.
Parents who work with a therapist are able to better handle the challenges of parenting as well as make good parenting decisions.
Parenting, especially in the midst of our ever changing, fast moving culture, comes with many joys and challenges. Our expectations of parenthood often do not match our reality and this can leave caregivers with feelings of anxiety, stress, isolation, inadequacy and loneliness. Having a place to explore those feelings without judgement is what makes therapy so powerful. I am here to help you navigate parenting in a supportive non-judgmental space. Book a free 20 minute phone consultation to learn how we could work together.
Sarah Carlson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303
Waitlist for new clients
My goal is to provide clients caring, concrete, and practical answers using proven-effective treatment options. I feel strongly that clients should be a collaborator in their treatment and see improvements quickly. Parents with children who have behavioral problems are often exhausted and at the end of their rope. Parent-Child Interaction Therapy provides quick solutions and reduces parental stress. Couples often seek therapy when communication is breaking down. Both PCIT and Gottman Method Therapy inform my work with couples and families.
My goal is to provide clients caring, concrete, and practical answers using proven-effective treatment options. I feel strongly that clients should be a collaborator in their treatment and see improvements quickly. Parents with children who have behavioral problems are often exhausted and at the end of their rope. Parent-Child Interaction Therapy provides quick solutions and reduces parental stress. Couples often seek therapy when communication is breaking down. Both PCIT and Gottman Method Therapy inform my work with couples and families.
Gennifer Morley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303
I know anxiety in and out, including how it plays into depression, parenting and relationships and being an entrepreneur.
If you are smart and successful and maybe even feel like you should know how to stop feeling anxious on your own, but it just isn't working, then Im your person. It is hard to keep going, hoping it will just get better. Trying everything you think should help and it doesn't is exhausting and a waste of time. There is no substitute for talking with a well informed therapist that you really connect with. I've decades of experience helping people master their anxiety and feeling more comfortable in their lives. I'm easy to talk to and I can help you feel free of the weight of anxiety.
I know anxiety in and out, including how it plays into depression, parenting and relationships and being an entrepreneur.
If you are smart and successful and maybe even feel like you should know how to stop feeling anxious on your own, but it just isn't working, then Im your person. It is hard to keep going, hoping it will just get better. Trying everything you think should help and it doesn't is exhausting and a waste of time. There is no substitute for talking with a well informed therapist that you really connect with. I've decades of experience helping people master their anxiety and feeling more comfortable in their lives. I'm easy to talk to and I can help you feel free of the weight of anxiety.
Marcy Leffingwell Willard
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303
A warm and authentic therapist with expertise in parenting issues, particularly in the wake of a separation or divorce. Therapy is solution-oriented with direct feedback to help you find your path forward from here. If you want to know how to best support your kids through a time of chaos and crisis, you found the right place. Parenting neurodiverse children with autism, giftedness, ADHD, and learning challenges is my focus. You can get parenting and co- parenting guidance, expert case consultations for divorce proceedings, and child psychology diagnostic assessments. In our work together, your family can go from chaos to calm.
A warm and authentic therapist with expertise in parenting issues, particularly in the wake of a separation or divorce. Therapy is solution-oriented with direct feedback to help you find your path forward from here. If you want to know how to best support your kids through a time of chaos and crisis, you found the right place. Parenting neurodiverse children with autism, giftedness, ADHD, and learning challenges is my focus. You can get parenting and co- parenting guidance, expert case consultations for divorce proceedings, and child psychology diagnostic assessments. In our work together, your family can go from chaos to calm.
Lisa Kennedy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303
( ADHD, Parenting, Anxiety, Depression, Grief).
We all have a story! Sometimes, through life's ups and downs we need a new perspective and a way to navigate through change. I provide a safe and non-judgemental environment for my clients. I believe that my job as a therapist is to work in a partnership with clients in learning more about themselves, identifying barriers in their lives, and creating strategies and solutions on how to overcome them. There is not just one way to achieve personal happiness, and I will help each client navigate their own way to achieve their goals.
( ADHD, Parenting, Anxiety, Depression, Grief).
We all have a story! Sometimes, through life's ups and downs we need a new perspective and a way to navigate through change. I provide a safe and non-judgemental environment for my clients. I believe that my job as a therapist is to work in a partnership with clients in learning more about themselves, identifying barriers in their lives, and creating strategies and solutions on how to overcome them. There is not just one way to achieve personal happiness, and I will help each client navigate their own way to achieve their goals.
Erin Gleason Leyba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303
Are you a pregnant or new mom coping with tough decisions, unique challenges, parenting issues, or life changes? I offer a gentle, nonjudgmental place to explore deeper feelings so you can feel supported as you navigate this unique time of life. Getting some time just for you, whether to talk things out, recharge, set goals, acknowledge your strengths, or see things from a fresh perspective can help you build joy and feel like yourself again.
Are you a pregnant or new mom coping with tough decisions, unique challenges, parenting issues, or life changes? I offer a gentle, nonjudgmental place to explore deeper feelings so you can feel supported as you navigate this unique time of life. Getting some time just for you, whether to talk things out, recharge, set goals, acknowledge your strengths, or see things from a fresh perspective can help you build joy and feel like yourself again.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301
I specialize in depression and anxiety, trauma and abuse, caregiver fatigue, individuals with ASD, and building parenting skills.
Do you tend to hold your feelings in? Sweep things under the rug and pretend everything is okay? Do you help others but not yourself? Does the idea of sitting down and talking about feelings to a stranger sound terrible or terrifying? I want to help you confront the difficulties in your life head on. It’s my job as your therapist to listen to you, your needs, your wants, and your values and create a safe space that will allow you to be fully vulnerable. I’ll help you find and learn about the strengths you already have to help you gain higher self-esteem, comfort in your own skin and in your relationships, and overall more joy.
I specialize in depression and anxiety, trauma and abuse, caregiver fatigue, individuals with ASD, and building parenting skills.
Do you tend to hold your feelings in? Sweep things under the rug and pretend everything is okay? Do you help others but not yourself? Does the idea of sitting down and talking about feelings to a stranger sound terrible or terrifying? I want to help you confront the difficulties in your life head on. It’s my job as your therapist to listen to you, your needs, your wants, and your values and create a safe space that will allow you to be fully vulnerable. I’ll help you find and learn about the strengths you already have to help you gain higher self-esteem, comfort in your own skin and in your relationships, and overall more joy.
Couples + Family Conflict - Hope Tola
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, NCC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303
I also work with individuals of all ages facing grief, anxiety, challenging life transitions/disruption (divorce, empty nest, parenting, illness, career), family conflict & identity crises.
Board certified, specializing in “gentle tough love,” I work with couples, parent+teens, and family members experiencing frustration, disconnect, loneliness & anger in their relationships. We will uncover and DISRUPT the patterns causing hurt and tension, and figure out what’s needed to create more respectful, loving, supportive connections. With a directive, warm style, I help you practice skills for improved communication & understanding, learn to hear each other & speak the same language, and give & receive love. I work with real people as they navigate the complications, longing & honest needs of real human relationships.
I also work with individuals of all ages facing grief, anxiety, challenging life transitions/disruption (divorce, empty nest, parenting, illness, career), family conflict & identity crises.
Board certified, specializing in “gentle tough love,” I work with couples, parent+teens, and family members experiencing frustration, disconnect, loneliness & anger in their relationships. We will uncover and DISRUPT the patterns causing hurt and tension, and figure out what’s needed to create more respectful, loving, supportive connections. With a directive, warm style, I help you practice skills for improved communication & understanding, learn to hear each other & speak the same language, and give & receive love. I work with real people as they navigate the complications, longing & honest needs of real human relationships.
Tiana Mile
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RYT, RMT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303
Are you a therapist, healthcare provider, educator, leader, parent, and/or sensitive and caring human wanting to become more present and integrated so that you can fully show up in your life? My practice is rooted in body centered trauma approaches, nervous system regulation, mindfulness and compassion practices, attachment theory, and ketamine assisted therapy. Our work will support you to understand your history, reconnect to the innate wisdom of your internal experience and body, and transform your pain and challenges (like anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges) into growth, meaning, and resilience.
Are you a therapist, healthcare provider, educator, leader, parent, and/or sensitive and caring human wanting to become more present and integrated so that you can fully show up in your life? My practice is rooted in body centered trauma approaches, nervous system regulation, mindfulness and compassion practices, attachment theory, and ketamine assisted therapy. Our work will support you to understand your history, reconnect to the innate wisdom of your internal experience and body, and transform your pain and challenges (like anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges) into growth, meaning, and resilience.
Erika Molina Poling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, ATR, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303
If you are seeking space to work through an experience you're having, improve self-esteem, manage stress, deal with relationship/ parenting issues, process trauma, or just be heard, let's set up a consultation.
Sometimes words don't cut it. Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or seeking a safe space to explore your inner world? Art therapy uses tools that make traditional talk therapy an embodied experience. If you're wondering about what this actually looks like, the images on my profile illustrate how art therapy offers a safe space to dive deep. The heart of my practice is believing people are their own experts. You are the ONLY you with your unique values, experiences, routines, heartaches, and desires. I want you to feel seen, foster a deeper understanding of your journey, and find answers and solace through your own innate intuition.
If you are seeking space to work through an experience you're having, improve self-esteem, manage stress, deal with relationship/ parenting issues, process trauma, or just be heard, let's set up a consultation.
Sometimes words don't cut it. Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or seeking a safe space to explore your inner world? Art therapy uses tools that make traditional talk therapy an embodied experience. If you're wondering about what this actually looks like, the images on my profile illustrate how art therapy offers a safe space to dive deep. The heart of my practice is believing people are their own experts. You are the ONLY you with your unique values, experiences, routines, heartaches, and desires. I want you to feel seen, foster a deeper understanding of your journey, and find answers and solace through your own innate intuition.
Heather Stanley
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303
I am a certified nurse assistant and parent caregiver to a child with autism, a United States Navy veteran, and a single parent.
Clients I work with have asked themselves following questions, "Why does life seem much harder for me than everyone else?" "I know I should say something to them about my feelings, but what if they lash out or stop talking to me?" "How can I find balance and peace in all of this chaos?" "When did this become a problem, and do I need help solving it?"
I am a certified nurse assistant and parent caregiver to a child with autism, a United States Navy veteran, and a single parent.
Clients I work with have asked themselves following questions, "Why does life seem much harder for me than everyone else?" "I know I should say something to them about my feelings, but what if they lash out or stop talking to me?" "How can I find balance and peace in all of this chaos?" "When did this become a problem, and do I need help solving it?"
If you are a caregiver or parent looking for support for yourself or your child please give me a call, e-mail me, or visit my website.
I am Certified Synergetic Play therapist who loves helping children and parents find relief from the daily struggles. Having difficulties at school, emotional dysregulation, anger outburst, nighttime fears and anxiety, and lack of connection are just some of the issues that children I work with are dealing with. Through weekly sessions and parent check-ins I offer insights and real time regulation experiences that help clients build new neural pathways in their brain and bring about lasting change which fosters resiliency and healthy growth.
If you are a caregiver or parent looking for support for yourself or your child please give me a call, e-mail me, or visit my website.
I am Certified Synergetic Play therapist who loves helping children and parents find relief from the daily struggles. Having difficulties at school, emotional dysregulation, anger outburst, nighttime fears and anxiety, and lack of connection are just some of the issues that children I work with are dealing with. Through weekly sessions and parent check-ins I offer insights and real time regulation experiences that help clients build new neural pathways in their brain and bring about lasting change which fosters resiliency and healthy growth.
Amanda Jenkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303 (Online Only)
I also have experience in adoption, infertility and parenting.
I work with adults who are looking to relieve depression and anxiety or cope with life transitions or challenges, couples looking for more meaningful and satisfying relationships and children/adolescents needing support with emotional or behavioral difficulties. I utilize a variety of therapeutic theories, allowing for flexibility in meeting your individual needs in the most beneficial way.
I also have experience in adoption, infertility and parenting.
I work with adults who are looking to relieve depression and anxiety or cope with life transitions or challenges, couples looking for more meaningful and satisfying relationships and children/adolescents needing support with emotional or behavioral difficulties. I utilize a variety of therapeutic theories, allowing for flexibility in meeting your individual needs in the most beneficial way.
Jenni McDade
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303 (Online Only)
I am a nationally certified master's level counselor with over 20 years of experience including, since 2014, volunteering with Tru Hospice facilitating grief groups. I offer counseling for issues related to loss and grief, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationships, self-esteem, self-empowerment, divorce, parenting, emotional, sexual and physical abuse, co-dependency, adult children of alcoholics, and adult children from dysfunctional families. I have successfully helped many people navigate a variety of intensely emotional times so that they emerge with dignity, self-respect, increased coping skills and a clearer understanding of themselves and the lessons their experience has provided.
I am a nationally certified master's level counselor with over 20 years of experience including, since 2014, volunteering with Tru Hospice facilitating grief groups. I offer counseling for issues related to loss and grief, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationships, self-esteem, self-empowerment, divorce, parenting, emotional, sexual and physical abuse, co-dependency, adult children of alcoholics, and adult children from dysfunctional families. I have successfully helped many people navigate a variety of intensely emotional times so that they emerge with dignity, self-respect, increased coping skills and a clearer understanding of themselves and the lessons their experience has provided.
Michael Joseph Gyorffy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southeast Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303
Take time to relax and be confident I can effectively serve your mental health needs through 13 years of experience working with ADHD, anxiety, substance abuse/addictions, parenting difficulties, depression, and relationship difficulties. In our sessions we will work collaboratively to help you feel better, more relaxed, to improve the quality of your life, and ultimately to increase your hope. I will be as practical as possible for your benefit. You should contact me if you are ready to experience deep and long-lasting change!
Take time to relax and be confident I can effectively serve your mental health needs through 13 years of experience working with ADHD, anxiety, substance abuse/addictions, parenting difficulties, depression, and relationship difficulties. In our sessions we will work collaboratively to help you feel better, more relaxed, to improve the quality of your life, and ultimately to increase your hope. I will be as practical as possible for your benefit. You should contact me if you are ready to experience deep and long-lasting change!
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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.