Parenting Therapists in Cortland, NY
Therapy is an opportunity for growth. Understanding our emotions, processing deep feelings, and learning from our family histories can help us gain inner strength and wisdom.
Therapy is an opportunity for growth. Understanding our emotions, processing deep feelings, and learning from our family histories can help us gain inner strength and wisdom.
My name is Jen, and I'm a licensed clinical therapist. I work with children, teens, and adults who are facing an array of social/emotional difficulties. I know life can feel overwhelming at times, and you don't have to figure it all out on your own. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where we will talk through strengths and challenges while discussing practical ways to help you feel better.
We'll work collaboratively to explore various skills that will empower you in your day-to-day life. My approach to therapy is warm, supportive, and down-to-earth.
My name is Jen, and I'm a licensed clinical therapist. I work with children, teens, and adults who are facing an array of social/emotional difficulties. I know life can feel overwhelming at times, and you don't have to figure it all out on your own. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where we will talk through strengths and challenges while discussing practical ways to help you feel better.
We'll work collaboratively to explore various skills that will empower you in your day-to-day life. My approach to therapy is warm, supportive, and down-to-earth.
Life can be tricky sometimes leaving us feeling stuck, alone, and confused. Taking the first step toward change can seem overwhelming and scary. I appreciate the strength it takes to even consider the possibility of making a change. I provide counseling support to individuals with a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. As a therapist, I offer a safe, supportive, and comfortable environment with an individualized approach to each client to promote personal growth. I encourage recognition and development of inner strengths and self-compassion to facilitate the process of change as well as resolve challenging issues.
Life can be tricky sometimes leaving us feeling stuck, alone, and confused. Taking the first step toward change can seem overwhelming and scary. I appreciate the strength it takes to even consider the possibility of making a change. I provide counseling support to individuals with a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. As a therapist, I offer a safe, supportive, and comfortable environment with an individualized approach to each client to promote personal growth. I encourage recognition and development of inner strengths and self-compassion to facilitate the process of change as well as resolve challenging issues.
Do you wake up filled with dread, your heart pounding, stomach in knots, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed? Do you have to drag yourself out of bed? Does it feel like you are struggling to cope, can't say "no" to anyone, and you're not enjoying life the way you wish you could? Sometimes it's so easy to get trapped in the endless cycle of negative thoughts and emotions. Maybe you turn to alcohol and other drugs. It can feel so isolating and discouraging. It seems like nothing you try works out, and it affects your job, your relationships and your self-esteem.
Things can be different. You don't have to live this way.
Do you wake up filled with dread, your heart pounding, stomach in knots, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed? Do you have to drag yourself out of bed? Does it feel like you are struggling to cope, can't say "no" to anyone, and you're not enjoying life the way you wish you could? Sometimes it's so easy to get trapped in the endless cycle of negative thoughts and emotions. Maybe you turn to alcohol and other drugs. It can feel so isolating and discouraging. It seems like nothing you try works out, and it affects your job, your relationships and your self-esteem.
Things can be different. You don't have to live this way.
I also would love to hear from parents seeking therapy for their children.
I'm here to support clients who are looking to strengthen their mental health, relationships, and adaptability. We face challenges and stress; whether it is neurobiologically based, interpersonal, a trauma response, or the result of systemic stressors of an unjust society. While I use a variety of approaches and techniques based on client needs, my foundation is person centered. You deserve a safe, nonjudgmental space to break down or build back up. I believe my clients have all the answers within them and are capable of great things. My role is to use my education, training, and empathy to help you reach your goals.
I also would love to hear from parents seeking therapy for their children.
I'm here to support clients who are looking to strengthen their mental health, relationships, and adaptability. We face challenges and stress; whether it is neurobiologically based, interpersonal, a trauma response, or the result of systemic stressors of an unjust society. While I use a variety of approaches and techniques based on client needs, my foundation is person centered. You deserve a safe, nonjudgmental space to break down or build back up. I believe my clients have all the answers within them and are capable of great things. My role is to use my education, training, and empathy to help you reach your goals.
As we navigate the issues that brought you to therapy I address the needs and goals that pertain to your particular challenges. My initial interest is to provide an atmosphere of comfort and safety.. Creating a new life story will be the overall theme through open interaction, trust, and hope. Bringing new meaning and purpose may promote changes in daily life yet to be developed through the process of our work together.
As we navigate the issues that brought you to therapy I address the needs and goals that pertain to your particular challenges. My initial interest is to provide an atmosphere of comfort and safety.. Creating a new life story will be the overall theme through open interaction, trust, and hope. Bringing new meaning and purpose may promote changes in daily life yet to be developed through the process of our work together.
Having happiness and peace in your life again can be possible. Exploring new options for self care and wellness can help you attain your goal of feeling better. By discovering the possibilities for change, therapy will help you be who you want to be and gain control back in your life. My approach to therapy is patient and caring. I will listen to your needs and work collaboratively to help you build new coping skills and strengthen those you already posess.
Having happiness and peace in your life again can be possible. Exploring new options for self care and wellness can help you attain your goal of feeling better. By discovering the possibilities for change, therapy will help you be who you want to be and gain control back in your life. My approach to therapy is patient and caring. I will listen to your needs and work collaboratively to help you build new coping skills and strengthen those you already posess.
I am here to help you and to listen. We can work together to better understand the challenges in your life. Through talking, things will get better. Today, you are one step closer to a new you where you can feel empowered and go on that positive path to growth and well-being. As a therapist, my goal is to help you lead a life that is worth celebrating. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
I am here to help you and to listen. We can work together to better understand the challenges in your life. Through talking, things will get better. Today, you are one step closer to a new you where you can feel empowered and go on that positive path to growth and well-being. As a therapist, my goal is to help you lead a life that is worth celebrating. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Our therapists offer several specialty treatments including DBT, CBT, Traditional Talk Therapy, Sex therapy, Schema therapy, and many others to treat a wide range of presenting issues including: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Childhood Trauma, Adult Trauma, work-related stress, parenting stress, relationship stress and many more.
Become The Way hosts a robust variety of therapists with unique specialties and strengths to meet prospective clients where they're at in their journey. We provide an onboarding support call to help with asking your personal goals for treatment and then offer you a curated selection of our 12+ providers to make sure you get what you're looking for. We've all been there when we want someone to listen instead of providing a structured session - or perhaps the other way around! We endeavor to make that first step much easier and more efficient meeting what YOU are looking for so that you can start feeling better right away!
Our therapists offer several specialty treatments including DBT, CBT, Traditional Talk Therapy, Sex therapy, Schema therapy, and many others to treat a wide range of presenting issues including: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Childhood Trauma, Adult Trauma, work-related stress, parenting stress, relationship stress and many more.
Become The Way hosts a robust variety of therapists with unique specialties and strengths to meet prospective clients where they're at in their journey. We provide an onboarding support call to help with asking your personal goals for treatment and then offer you a curated selection of our 12+ providers to make sure you get what you're looking for. We've all been there when we want someone to listen instead of providing a structured session - or perhaps the other way around! We endeavor to make that first step much easier and more efficient meeting what YOU are looking for so that you can start feeling better right away!
I often work with clients on stress, anxiety, worries, relationship issues, aging, grief/loss, parenting, self-esteem, burnout, perfectionism, life transitions, work-life balance, and emotional eating.
I am passionate about helping college students and adults across the lifespan navigate life's difficult moments. I often work with academics and other professionals. My style is active, relational, honest, collaborative, and flexible as I consider your needs and goals. I integrate cognitive-behavioral therapy, interpersonal process, and mindfulness.
I often work with clients on stress, anxiety, worries, relationship issues, aging, grief/loss, parenting, self-esteem, burnout, perfectionism, life transitions, work-life balance, and emotional eating.
I am passionate about helping college students and adults across the lifespan navigate life's difficult moments. I often work with academics and other professionals. My style is active, relational, honest, collaborative, and flexible as I consider your needs and goals. I integrate cognitive-behavioral therapy, interpersonal process, and mindfulness.
The psychiatrist Scott Peck wrote "Life is difficult. ...but once it is accepted, the fact that life is difficult no longer matters." One of the guiding principles of my work is the reality that life presents challenges to all of us. Those challenges often require us to examine views we have held for many years, and work to gain a new perspective. My experience with clients has shown me that for those who seek to grow and learn more about themselves, their relationships, and their lives, there are always answers.
The psychiatrist Scott Peck wrote "Life is difficult. ...but once it is accepted, the fact that life is difficult no longer matters." One of the guiding principles of my work is the reality that life presents challenges to all of us. Those challenges often require us to examine views we have held for many years, and work to gain a new perspective. My experience with clients has shown me that for those who seek to grow and learn more about themselves, their relationships, and their lives, there are always answers.
I work with people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or frustrated by anxiety, OCD, trauma, ADHD, or the ongoing stress of managing chronic illness. Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but feel exhausted, self-critical, or trapped in patterns that no longer serve them. They want relief, clarity, and practical tools—but also want therapy to feel purposeful and aligned with their values. Using CBT and ACT, I help clients understand what’s driving their distress, build effective coping skills, and move toward lives that feel more balanced, meaningful, and intentional.
I work with people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or frustrated by anxiety, OCD, trauma, ADHD, or the ongoing stress of managing chronic illness. Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but feel exhausted, self-critical, or trapped in patterns that no longer serve them. They want relief, clarity, and practical tools—but also want therapy to feel purposeful and aligned with their values. Using CBT and ACT, I help clients understand what’s driving their distress, build effective coping skills, and move toward lives that feel more balanced, meaningful, and intentional.
I’m a licensed clinical social worker in Ithaca NY. I provide a safe space for my clients, and I have a strong ability and commitment to help people improve the quality of their lives. I have worked with adults of all ages, adolescents, and college students struggling to manage depression, anxiety, ADHD, loss, trauma, and stress, as well as relationship concerns and more. Therapy can be the doorway to personal growth and change. I welcome questions from prospective clients.
I’m a licensed clinical social worker in Ithaca NY. I provide a safe space for my clients, and I have a strong ability and commitment to help people improve the quality of their lives. I have worked with adults of all ages, adolescents, and college students struggling to manage depression, anxiety, ADHD, loss, trauma, and stress, as well as relationship concerns and more. Therapy can be the doorway to personal growth and change. I welcome questions from prospective clients.
I believe everyone contains the possibility for healing. We have inside the key for what we need to live a happy life. I bring unconditional encouragement and support to help you find a fresh perspective, and help understand more deeply your needs and desires. If you want to move from loneliness to connection, from fear to vulnerability, or from emptiness to fulfillment, we can explore your struggles in an environment of safety and care.
We aim for growth that will bring joy to life. Parts of yourself to be loved and appreciated, and uncomfortable pieces can be explored and understood. Let's take care of your precious inner life.
I believe everyone contains the possibility for healing. We have inside the key for what we need to live a happy life. I bring unconditional encouragement and support to help you find a fresh perspective, and help understand more deeply your needs and desires. If you want to move from loneliness to connection, from fear to vulnerability, or from emptiness to fulfillment, we can explore your struggles in an environment of safety and care.
We aim for growth that will bring joy to life. Parts of yourself to be loved and appreciated, and uncomfortable pieces can be explored and understood. Let's take care of your precious inner life.
I’m a thoughtful, practical therapist with a knack for turning overwhelm into action.
My clients say I'm easy to talk to. I am experienced and well trained, offering a tailored blend of skills including Motivational , Cognitive Behavioral , and Humanistic approaches.
I’m a thoughtful, practical therapist with a knack for turning overwhelm into action.
My clients say I'm easy to talk to. I am experienced and well trained, offering a tailored blend of skills including Motivational , Cognitive Behavioral , and Humanistic approaches.
My primary therapeutic focus is to help teenagers and adults to develop a stronger sense of self and to develop the coping skills they will need to address issues of anxiety, self esteem and self worth. I use a non-judgmental, trauma informed and holistic approach to help clients develop their ability to self soothe, including using body/movement and grounding techniques. I focus on both personal autonomy and understanding ourselves in relationships, with the goal of moving out of stuck feelings and thoughts to embody a more curious stance of your experiences and the world around you.
My primary therapeutic focus is to help teenagers and adults to develop a stronger sense of self and to develop the coping skills they will need to address issues of anxiety, self esteem and self worth. I use a non-judgmental, trauma informed and holistic approach to help clients develop their ability to self soothe, including using body/movement and grounding techniques. I focus on both personal autonomy and understanding ourselves in relationships, with the goal of moving out of stuck feelings and thoughts to embody a more curious stance of your experiences and the world around you.
Whether you're really hurting or simply seeking personal growth, I'm happy to help. How I practice is mainly cognitive-behavioral, but I also draw from nonviolent communication, feminist therapy, and anti-racist multicultural counseling. I work with people who have a fairly broad range of concerns (see list to the right). I work with adults and older teens; individuals, couples, and groups. I especially enjoy helping clients with a stigmatized identity overcome both internalized and external oppression. I welcome transgender and other queer folk; Muslims, immigrants, and racial and ethnic "minority" members; and activists for social and environmental justice.
Whether you're really hurting or simply seeking personal growth, I'm happy to help. How I practice is mainly cognitive-behavioral, but I also draw from nonviolent communication, feminist therapy, and anti-racist multicultural counseling. I work with people who have a fairly broad range of concerns (see list to the right). I work with adults and older teens; individuals, couples, and groups. I especially enjoy helping clients with a stigmatized identity overcome both internalized and external oppression. I welcome transgender and other queer folk; Muslims, immigrants, and racial and ethnic "minority" members; and activists for social and environmental justice.
Mary Kate Lenihan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Any individual, couple, or family making the decision to embark on therapy has made a brave step toward growth and change. Once rapport and safety is established, giving the self permission to be raw and vulnerable is what I strive for with clients. Feeling safe to explore discomfort and navigating different means of communication is at the heart of my work. The approach of curious exploration and demystification helps the individuals, couples and families that I work with resolve stressors related to anxiety, depression, grief, relational issues, work and academic influences, family dynamics, and LGBTQ issues.
Any individual, couple, or family making the decision to embark on therapy has made a brave step toward growth and change. Once rapport and safety is established, giving the self permission to be raw and vulnerable is what I strive for with clients. Feeling safe to explore discomfort and navigating different means of communication is at the heart of my work. The approach of curious exploration and demystification helps the individuals, couples and families that I work with resolve stressors related to anxiety, depression, grief, relational issues, work and academic influences, family dynamics, and LGBTQ issues.
They may be struggling with parenting, addiction, or feelings of anxiety, irritability, and deep sadness.
You can expect me to focus on the changes you want to make and what is holding you back. We will explore what has previously worked for you to build on past successes. If I don’t think I can help you, I will recommend someone better suited for your needs.
They may be struggling with parenting, addiction, or feelings of anxiety, irritability, and deep sadness.
You can expect me to focus on the changes you want to make and what is holding you back. We will explore what has previously worked for you to build on past successes. If I don’t think I can help you, I will recommend someone better suited for your needs.
Hello, and welcome. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York State and a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) with experience supporting individuals across the lifespan.
My professional experience includes working with a wide range of populations, including young children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in both school and community settings.
Hello, and welcome. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York State and a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) with experience supporting individuals across the lifespan.
My professional experience includes working with a wide range of populations, including young children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in both school and community settings.
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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.