Parenting Therapists in Fort Myers, FL
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Andrea Gress
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you struggling as a
parent
and do not know where to go for help? Is your child having difficulties that are interfering with their ability to thrive at school and/or home? Come talk with me. Together we will work on strategies that help you
parent
your child more effectively and address the root causes of your child’s difficulties.

Jessica Barreto
LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Se ofrece Psicoterapia en Español! You are feeling worried or depressed, or just tired of the everyday routine and desiring more in life? Or do you worry about your son or daughter’s anxiety, depression, pessimism, or their behaviors out of control? Or as a
parent
do you feel lost, exhausted, or alone? As humans big or small, we all go through challenging times, we all experience sadness, worry, and stress. However, there are times that we might feel too stuck, too lost, and too overwhelmed to do anything. Life doesn’t have to stay this way. I can help you turn things around and move toward living your absolute best life ever!

Carina Rivera
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, RMHCI
Verified
Verified
My desire is to help reach your child’s goals while also consulting with you the
parent
(s) and build a collaborative relationship to meet your child’s needs and provide a safe and caring treatment environment to work towards their mental health.
Hello, my name is Carina, and I am a bilingual therapist. Thank you for taking a moment to read a bit about me as a therapist. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and young adults. This passion has led me to work with empowering children and adolescents at a domestic violence shelter and helped provide theraplay-based groups for children. In private practice, I have experience with anxiety, depression, trauma, families, substance abuse, and behavioral related concerns. I believe that the therapeutic relationship and meeting your child where they are developmentally are key components in treatment.

Nolan Katz
PhD, LSP, NCSP
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I also offer study skills enhancement, test-anxiety reduction, coaching, behavioral
parent
training, and child advocacy.
I am a school psychologist at Katz Counseling and Educational Psychology. I use a cognitive-behavioral and client-centered approach to counseling children, adolescents, adults, and families. My aim is to help clients identify and improve unproductive thoughts and behaviors. I also teach clients how to recognize and harness their strengths to realize their potential. Comprehensive mental health, academic, intellectual, and personality assessments are offered. These assessments can provide documentation for academic/standardized testing accommodations, vocational rehabilitation, and gifted/special education placement.

Amy Rose Matthews
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified
Verified
Are you a
parent
who is concerned about your adolescent or young adult? Has your family life or marriage become chaotic? Is your teen engaging in risk-taking behaviors, or are they isolating themselves in their room? Are they having problems with a peer group or having school problems such as underachievement, truancy or fighting? Do you think that they be being bullied or cyber-bullied by other kids? Are you wondering if there might be a drug or alcohol problem? Do you worry about their sexual behavior ? Do they lie excessively or spend all their time on social media?

Eileen M McIltrot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have training and experience with children in: autism spectrum disorders, anxiety and mood disorders, and
parent
/child issues.
Making the decision to seek counseling may seem like a big step. In my 20+ years as a licensed therapist, I've helped many people, at various stages of life, find relief from hurts, learn life-changing skills and transform relationships. My goal is to help you find the most direct path to such growth. I work with children, adolescents and adults and am trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches. Above all, I want to see you get the skilled help and support you need today. Congratulations on taking this important step in your life.

Michelle Snyder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Specialties: marriage counseling,
parenting
support & techniques, individual counseling for depression, anxiety, grief, stress management, and self esteem.
I provide private, compassionate and effective help tailored to your needs. Beginning in 2006, I have provided therapy interventions to individuals, couples, and families as they navigate to find peace and clarity while overcoming challenges in their lives. I lead my practice with empathy and provide a judgement free environment to foster growth and healing for clients.

Elite DNA Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
If you or anyone you know is living with depression, anxiety, anger issues, ADHD, grief, sleep issues, Autism spectrum disorders,
parenting
issues, behavior problems, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress, stress management issues or mental health issues, we can help.
Our goal is to make therapy services available to everyone in Southwest Florida who needs it, in an affordable and convenient way. We serve adults, children, individuals and families who are facing a variety of mental health issues. We believe everyone deserves care regardless of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, economic situation or anything else. Your care plan will be tailored exactly to your needs. Whether you need talk therapy, medication management, Applied Behavior Analysis, Occupational Therapy or Speech, we are here for you.

Janean Byrne, MS, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified
Verified
We work with anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, self-esteem, anger,
parenting
, ADD, ADHD, eating disorders, substance use, alcohol use and many other hinderances that stop us from enjoying life.
Hello, my name is Janean Byrne. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at Serenity Counseling. My goal in sessions is to help my clients feel safe, unjudged and free to discuss any difficult situation. I believe that we all have our own glasses that we see through that have been constructed from our past events, upbringing and personality. It is my job to assist my clients in identifying their unwanted thoughts/patterns and replace them with more desirable ones that enhance balance, happiness and contentment. I believe that my clients are able to take the reins and redirect their paths toward what they want in their life.

Vicki Rodriguez
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Hello! My name is Dr. Vicki Rodriguez (She/Her/Ella) and I want to say congratulations on taking the first step toward therapy! I am a licensed psychologist in the state of Florida specializing in psychological wellness surrounding trauma, reproductive issues, infertility, perinatal mental health, postpartum concerns, difficult birthing experiences, miscarriage, pregnancy and neonatal loss, pregnancy termination for any reason, transition to
parenting
, and the impact of fertility/pregnancy/loss on relationships.

Rena Essrog
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, CSAT
Verified
Verified
Couples argue about money, sex,
parenting
and issues of power and control; but the real issue is feeling disconnected and not seen by your partner.
Are you feeling anxious or depressed because of compulsive or addictive behaviors? Have you tried changing your behavior yourself but can't? I am a licensed clinical social worker who is certified in treating individuals, couples and families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, pornography and sex addiction and trauma using research-based proven methods. I can help you change unwanted thoughts and behaviors that are taking over your life. I was the Director of Counseling Services at a Family Service Agency, where I developed a Domestic Violence Intervention and Prevention program. In addition I developed an Opiate Addiction Prevention Education program.
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Linda S. Reynolds
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Linda deals with family issues,
parenting
concerns and child development. She works with divorce recovery and grief. Solution-focused, brief therapy allows Linda to see many hurting families and individuals over short periods of time with successful results. Her specific focus is Christian counseling believing the need for every one of God's children to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Linda has been a licensed therapist since 1983. Her training is in Psychology, Social Work, receiving a BA in both at Western Connecticut State University. She earned her MA in counseling at the University of West Florida, Pensacola.

Fany Curzon
Pre-Licensed Professional, BS, Counsl, Intern
Verified
Verified
I work with people who need help navigating emotional dysregulation from PTSD, difficult life transitions, co-dependency in relationships, self-esteem, boundaries, self-confidence, including working on
parenting
skills as well as many other hindrances that inhibit us from reaching our best potential and enjoying life.
Hello, My name is Fany Curzon and I am accepting new clients. We all experience challenges in our lives. Whether you have gone through a traumatic experience, are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, or perhaps have come upon a difficult situation that you could use help navigating, I am committed to walking with you to find your peace. Working through your concerns, healing and relieving tension and stress is possible! In my sessions you will feel free to discuss anything that you need to without judgement.

The Wholehearted Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hi, I’m Michelle and I am glad you are here. I help conscientious women ages 22-45, who struggle with self esteem and confusion achieve clarity and confidence. Are you a young woman feeling confused and inadequate for the current life situations you face? Are you a mother and doubt your
parenting
? Are you a highly sensitive person and second guess yourself all the time, feeling like you are not as good as others think you are? Do you frequently compare yourself to others and feel you don’t measure up? Have you doubted your ability to skillfully navigate the relationships that matter most in your life?

Jennifer Ann Oseroff
EdS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Parenting
and educating children is tough these days, particularly if your child is having difficulties.
I enjoy working with children and families who are struggling in school either academically, behaviorally, or emotionally. I primarily evaluate children and adolescents to assess the presence of learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, depression, and anxiety. My passion is helping children succeed at home and school through a combination of therapy, organizational coaching, behavior management, parental support and educational planning.

Wendy Wolf Petzel
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Begin the journey...be courageous. Struggling with depression, anxiety, fear, loss, trauma, seeking direction & purpose? This is a safe place to heal & grow. Marriage in trouble and help needed understanding differences, communicating effectively, resolving conflict, learning to laugh and "play" and experience greater intimacy, be empowered to make it great again. Navigating the unchartered waters of
parenting
and need guidance in the developmental stages, "acting out" teenager, setting boundaries, having realistic expectations and learning to stay connected with your children, or teens come receive guidance, and direction. Family sculpting, psychodrama, relaxation techniques, creativity, and arts used to facilitate healing.

Judith Jacques
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, QS
Verified
Verified
Couples' therapy, relationship concerns,
parenting
, anxiety, depression, financial stressors, self-esteem, addiction, divorce, and job stress are some examples of issues I help with.
I welcome new clients and want them to feel respected and safe. I feel that my years of personal as well as professional experience have given me a greater understanding of what clients are going through. My goal is to help clients to improve their lives and mood as quickly as possible. It is a sign of strength and courage, not weakness, to come to therapy and ask for guidance.I will contact you quickly, and there will be no long waiting period for your appointment.

Adam Larivee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Now Accepting New Clients. Are you stressed? Overwhelmed with work, school and/or being a
parent
? Having a hard time managing symptoms of a mental health condition? Have you been struggling with self-doubt? Have your children been experiencing anxiety, depression, or behavioral concerns that you're unsure of how to navigate? If this sounds like you then the first step is to identify what aspects of your life you are able to take control of. This can be difficult to do on your own, but that's where I come in! I am accepting clients ages 5+ for individual and family therapy services. Give me a call for a free consultation!

Valarie J Olsen
Counselor, MA, LMHC, E-RYT, AYS
Verified
Verified
I specialize in stress/ anger management,
parenting
issues, family conflict and family of origin issues, loss and grief, life transitions and experiences of trauma, PTSD, anxiety/depression.
With over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families in Lee County, I have a welcoming and compassionate approach to the counseling process. Whether the client is dealing with a long time struggle, or more current stressors I help individuals and families utilize their own strengths and inner knowing to resolve issues. With a focus on wellness, I can work with clients to develop daily routines, build awareness and increase mindfulness to move them toward the happier and healthier lifestyles they desire.

Denise L Baier
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
The court-affiliated service of
Parenting
Coordination is another speciality in my work.
Maybe we should talk. We all face challenges; sometimes we know exactly what we need to do and seem to handle them well. Then there are other times when all that we feel is overwhelmed. I believe solution lies around the corner; that an exploration of your options will enable you to feel in charge once again. I value working with people of all ages, individually or within their relationships or families. I offer intensive therapeutic support for couples who wish to strengthen their relationships or who recognize they're heading for divorce. Give me a call; we'll talk.
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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.