Parenting Therapists in Newton, MA
Many parents face the same difficulties and worries as you do.
That’s where I come in. I’m Dr. Larissa Kuechen, a licensed psychologist with over 10 years of experience in working with children/adolescents and their parents. I use evidence-based and personalized approaches to help your child achieve their goals and reach their full potential. I offer individual therapy, as well as parent consultation and support.
Many parents face the same difficulties and worries as you do.
That’s where I come in. I’m Dr. Larissa Kuechen, a licensed psychologist with over 10 years of experience in working with children/adolescents and their parents. I use evidence-based and personalized approaches to help your child achieve their goals and reach their full potential. I offer individual therapy, as well as parent consultation and support.
My practice includes individual, couple, and family therapy; parent guidance; and school consultation.
From the very first session, I collaborate with clients and families to address their current challenges so that they can bring greater joy, peace, and acceptance into their lives. So often, our difficulties stem from unhealthy, long-standing patterns that weave through development and influence how we see ourselves, relationships, & the world around us. I help clients to deepen their understanding of their challenges and strengths in order to more effectively reach their goals.
My practice includes individual, couple, and family therapy; parent guidance; and school consultation.
From the very first session, I collaborate with clients and families to address their current challenges so that they can bring greater joy, peace, and acceptance into their lives. So often, our difficulties stem from unhealthy, long-standing patterns that weave through development and influence how we see ourselves, relationships, & the world around us. I help clients to deepen their understanding of their challenges and strengths in order to more effectively reach their goals.
I help adolescents, college students, adults and couples who are stuck in unsatisfying patterns of thinking and behavior create lasting change to grow and fulfill their full potential. I have a flexible approach to psychotherapy and include both an appreciation for how past experiences shape the present while also incorporating coping strategies to manage and change every day life in the short-term.
I help adolescents, college students, adults and couples who are stuck in unsatisfying patterns of thinking and behavior create lasting change to grow and fulfill their full potential. I have a flexible approach to psychotherapy and include both an appreciation for how past experiences shape the present while also incorporating coping strategies to manage and change every day life in the short-term.
Sam enjoys assisting children, adolescents, college students, adults, and older adults (ages 7-65).
Sam enjoys assisting children, adolescents, college students, adults, and older adults (ages 7-65).
Carrie Pekor Jasper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSEd, MSW, LICSW
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I provide specialized therapeutic services which can help children and parents to navigate these transitions.
My experience includes 36 years of child and family practice in both clinical and legal settings. I have specialized training in divorce-related adjustment, play therapy, mediation, forensic child and family mental health, grief and loss, high conflict divorce, trauma, children with special needs, supervised visitation, and reunification therapy.
I provide specialized therapeutic services which can help children and parents to navigate these transitions.
My experience includes 36 years of child and family practice in both clinical and legal settings. I have specialized training in divorce-related adjustment, play therapy, mediation, forensic child and family mental health, grief and loss, high conflict divorce, trauma, children with special needs, supervised visitation, and reunification therapy.
I specialize in women’s health (pregnancy, parenting, menopause etc.) which includes birth experiences and/or losses; the trials and tribulations of parenting; and the unexpected challenges of menopause.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and frustrated with the demands of your life and wondering if happiness is possible ? How do you bloom when you feel stuck in the mud? I believe the following gives a path forward: “Just like the lotus, we too have the ability to rise from the mud, bloom out of the darkness and radiate into the world" - Unknown. Taking the step to reach out is hard, and working together, we can create a space where you can feel empowered to move forward. With humor, warmth, and cultural sensitivity, I strive to create a space where you feel seen and heard as we cultivate a journey that is unique to your needs.
I specialize in women’s health (pregnancy, parenting, menopause etc.) which includes birth experiences and/or losses; the trials and tribulations of parenting; and the unexpected challenges of menopause.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and frustrated with the demands of your life and wondering if happiness is possible ? How do you bloom when you feel stuck in the mud? I believe the following gives a path forward: “Just like the lotus, we too have the ability to rise from the mud, bloom out of the darkness and radiate into the world" - Unknown. Taking the step to reach out is hard, and working together, we can create a space where you can feel empowered to move forward. With humor, warmth, and cultural sensitivity, I strive to create a space where you feel seen and heard as we cultivate a journey that is unique to your needs.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in supporting children, parents, and families.
I work directly with adults—particularly parents—who may be navigating stress, life transitions, or balancing caregiving with their own well-being. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, adjusting to a new phase of life, or wanting to strengthen relationships, I provide a space to reflect, gain insight, and develop effective, sustainable ways of coping.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in supporting children, parents, and families.
I work directly with adults—particularly parents—who may be navigating stress, life transitions, or balancing caregiving with their own well-being. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, adjusting to a new phase of life, or wanting to strengthen relationships, I provide a space to reflect, gain insight, and develop effective, sustainable ways of coping.
My areas of expertise include working with individual adult men and women, couples, families, parenting issues, & also recovery from illness.
A safe, empathic therapeutic space for clients to make meaningful changes in their lives," "I help clients make meaningful and necessary changes for overall increased life satisfaction. I do this by providing a safe, non threatening and supportive setting for clients to "do their work" and create a therapeutic space where humor is allowed. If appropriate, a client's sense of their own spirituality is acknowledged and integrated as a resource of empowerment, to sort through feelings, thoughts and behaviors that either help or hinder them in achieving identified goals.
My areas of expertise include working with individual adult men and women, couples, families, parenting issues, & also recovery from illness.
A safe, empathic therapeutic space for clients to make meaningful changes in their lives," "I help clients make meaningful and necessary changes for overall increased life satisfaction. I do this by providing a safe, non threatening and supportive setting for clients to "do their work" and create a therapeutic space where humor is allowed. If appropriate, a client's sense of their own spirituality is acknowledged and integrated as a resource of empowerment, to sort through feelings, thoughts and behaviors that either help or hinder them in achieving identified goals.
I help dads facing stress, marital or premarital conflict, and parenting challenges.
My typical client is a father who feels overwhelmed, burned out, or disconnected—from himself, his partner, or the life he imagined. He may be struggling with depression, infertility, postpartum challenges, or the pressure to hold everything together. He wants clarity, stability, and emotional strength. He wants to show up fully for his family without losing himself. I help men understand their patterns, rebuild confidence, and create a grounded, healthier path forward.
I help dads facing stress, marital or premarital conflict, and parenting challenges.
My typical client is a father who feels overwhelmed, burned out, or disconnected—from himself, his partner, or the life he imagined. He may be struggling with depression, infertility, postpartum challenges, or the pressure to hold everything together. He wants clarity, stability, and emotional strength. He wants to show up fully for his family without losing himself. I help men understand their patterns, rebuild confidence, and create a grounded, healthier path forward.
Specialties: Interpersonal conflict, Parenting/Family issues, Teens/Young adults, Men,Midlife crises,Self-defeating patterns,Unresolved childhood trauma,High functioning autism spectrum.
Dr M integrates different approaches to therapy. She is fully present, authentically involved & “with” her patients in sessions, rather than passive or hidden behind a prescribed persona. Her patients & others have commented on her talent at putting into words what is happening in a way that gets to the heart of the matter & quickly resonates.
Specialties: Interpersonal conflict, Parenting/Family issues, Teens/Young adults, Men,Midlife crises,Self-defeating patterns,Unresolved childhood trauma,High functioning autism spectrum.
Dr M integrates different approaches to therapy. She is fully present, authentically involved & “with” her patients in sessions, rather than passive or hidden behind a prescribed persona. Her patients & others have commented on her talent at putting into words what is happening in a way that gets to the heart of the matter & quickly resonates.
Are you a parent of a child who is struggling?
I have over ten years of experience working with youth and families to navigate the endless pressure on caregivers to do it all, including having all the answers when their child is struggling. I have a background in play therapy, movement-based therapy, and early childhood consultation. I have worked in both outpatient programs and schools throughout MA.
Are you a parent of a child who is struggling?
I have over ten years of experience working with youth and families to navigate the endless pressure on caregivers to do it all, including having all the answers when their child is struggling. I have a background in play therapy, movement-based therapy, and early childhood consultation. I have worked in both outpatient programs and schools throughout MA.
In my private practice, I work with adolescents, young adults and parents seeking help with a wide range of issues.
My approach to therapy with teenagers and young adults is active and fun. I aim to create a safe, supportive environment where kids feel known and understood. I also enjoy working closely with parents. In doing so, I am able to help parents address the complex problems that may be affecting their families.
In my private practice, I work with adolescents, young adults and parents seeking help with a wide range of issues.
My approach to therapy with teenagers and young adults is active and fun. I aim to create a safe, supportive environment where kids feel known and understood. I also enjoy working closely with parents. In doing so, I am able to help parents address the complex problems that may be affecting their families.
I also offer family therapy and parent coaching.
I specialize in the use of evidence-based treatments, including cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I am also trained in SPACE (Supporting Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions).
I also offer family therapy and parent coaching.
I specialize in the use of evidence-based treatments, including cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I am also trained in SPACE (Supporting Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions).
Among my areas of expertise are early childhood and behavioral difficulties, parent training, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and Autism Spectrum Disorders.
My therapeutic style is interactive and engaging. I provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address childhood and family challenges. With compassion and understanding, I work collaboratively with each family to help them build on their strengths to overcome their current challenges.
Among my areas of expertise are early childhood and behavioral difficulties, parent training, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and Autism Spectrum Disorders.
My therapeutic style is interactive and engaging. I provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address childhood and family challenges. With compassion and understanding, I work collaboratively with each family to help them build on their strengths to overcome their current challenges.
I have been in practice for over 30 years. My approach is personal, warm and direct. My aim is to help my clients to actively address issues in their lives, become free from their old patterns and move on to a better way of living. A client once described her progress in therapy as "the fog lifting" and experiencing a new ability to deal with everyday issues with a new clarity and drive. We will work together on complex issues, find a new way to address and understand them and move on. Therapy is an intensive, creative and interactive process.
I have been in practice for over 30 years. My approach is personal, warm and direct. My aim is to help my clients to actively address issues in their lives, become free from their old patterns and move on to a better way of living. A client once described her progress in therapy as "the fog lifting" and experiencing a new ability to deal with everyday issues with a new clarity and drive. We will work together on complex issues, find a new way to address and understand them and move on. Therapy is an intensive, creative and interactive process.
Tanya Gurevich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, JD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Are you seeking guidance on how to better parent your child or how to navigate a co- parenting relationship with an ex-spouse?
I provide individual and couples counseling for adults of all ages and in various life stages.
Are you seeking guidance on how to better parent your child or how to navigate a co- parenting relationship with an ex-spouse?
I provide individual and couples counseling for adults of all ages and in various life stages.
I specialize in working professionals navigating marital distress, infertility/IVF, LGBTQ+ clients, Asian/Asian American and immigrant communities, and first-gen professionals feeling stuck despite doing everything right, as well as relational conflict, career curveballs, confidence slumps, and parenting challenges.
You deserve a therapist who makes therapy count. I use structured methods (Gottman, EFT, ACT) to help professionals and couples navigate dating, relationship tension, infertility/IVF, and career shifts. Together we'll name what 'better' means for you and work toward it deliberately.
I specialize in working professionals navigating marital distress, infertility/IVF, LGBTQ+ clients, Asian/Asian American and immigrant communities, and first-gen professionals feeling stuck despite doing everything right, as well as relational conflict, career curveballs, confidence slumps, and parenting challenges.
You deserve a therapist who makes therapy count. I use structured methods (Gottman, EFT, ACT) to help professionals and couples navigate dating, relationship tension, infertility/IVF, and career shifts. Together we'll name what 'better' means for you and work toward it deliberately.
Collaboration with parents is essential.
I am a clinical psychologist who has been working with children, adolescents and adults for over 25 years. I integrate a variety of therapeutic approaches in order to target your child's and your family's unique set of needs. Depending on your child's age and challenges, my approach blends components of developmental psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, family systems and neuropsychology. I specialize in helping children learn strategies for managing anxiety, emotional regulation, depression, learning/developmental disabilities, Autism, and ADHD, to name a few.
Collaboration with parents is essential.
I am a clinical psychologist who has been working with children, adolescents and adults for over 25 years. I integrate a variety of therapeutic approaches in order to target your child's and your family's unique set of needs. Depending on your child's age and challenges, my approach blends components of developmental psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, family systems and neuropsychology. I specialize in helping children learn strategies for managing anxiety, emotional regulation, depression, learning/developmental disabilities, Autism, and ADHD, to name a few.
I provide parent coaching, and specifically I have been certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)and have completed training in Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE).
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive training in, and experience providing, evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents, young adults, and caregivers. I strive to create a warm, safe environment in which clients are encouraged to explore the connections between their internal experiences (thoughts, feelings, urges), external events, and behaviors. My approach is collaborative and aims to empower individuals to make mindful choices in service of their goals and values.
I provide parent coaching, and specifically I have been certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)and have completed training in Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE).
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive training in, and experience providing, evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents, young adults, and caregivers. I strive to create a warm, safe environment in which clients are encouraged to explore the connections between their internal experiences (thoughts, feelings, urges), external events, and behaviors. My approach is collaborative and aims to empower individuals to make mindful choices in service of their goals and values.
I specialize in relationship, attachment and parenting issues and perinatal mental health.
I find that couples and individuals often seek therapy to address growing polarization, resentment, anxiety and/or sadness. Couples drift apart and wonder if there’s any hope for resolution, let alone, love. Everyone is anxious to see progress quickly. My initial goals begin with effective communication, validation, and engaging in nonjudgemental curiosity.
I specialize in relationship, attachment and parenting issues and perinatal mental health.
I find that couples and individuals often seek therapy to address growing polarization, resentment, anxiety and/or sadness. Couples drift apart and wonder if there’s any hope for resolution, let alone, love. Everyone is anxious to see progress quickly. My initial goals begin with effective communication, validation, and engaging in nonjudgemental curiosity.
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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.