Parenting Therapists in Southwest, Portland, OR
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Dr. Marcia Zumbahlen
Psychologist, PhD, IMHS
Verified
Verified
I also provide
parenting
intervention during the prenatal period, including doula support.
I specialize in neurodevelopmental disorders, with a particular focus on autism and associated conditions (e.g., sensory processing difficulties, ADHD). I am particularly interested in early intervention with young children using a relationship-based and play-based model (e.g., DIR/Floortime, Play Project). Social groups are created as needed.
Melissa Marquardt
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I provide behavioral therapy and
parent
training for young children demonstrating challenging behaviors at home or at school. I also provide therapy services for children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing significant difficulties with anxiety, ADHD, and/or depression. A primary speciality of mine is working with parents to better understand their children and their children's unique
parenting
needs. Starting in March 2023 I will open up spots in my practice to work specifically with parents experiencing perinatal mental health disorders such as perinatal anxiety or depression.
Noelle Ferguson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified
Verified
Despite what Instagram, TikTok, or an opinionated in-law may have us believe, none of us are born knowing how to
parent
, and many of us are actively working on changing intergenerational patterns in our own families in order to better support the growth and development of our children, in essence, reparenting ourselves. This process is a difficult one, and not meant to be done in isolation. Together we can look at how you were parented, how you want to
parent
, and how to bridge any gaps in between.
Deborah Kass
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified
Verified
“Why do I feel stuck in my career?” “Why is it so hard to open up with my friends and partner?” “How can I help my child feel confident?” Psychotherapy is an opportunity to reclaim your future as well as help your children and family enjoy productive, loving relationships. Together, we develop a conversation focused upon understanding what interferes with your
parenting
or a sense of meaning in both your personal and professional life.
Harini Sukumaran
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Offering online therapy & in- office visits. Your child's anxiety and depression may have increased with isolation from friends, adjustment to online schooling, and disruption in schedule. Maybe you're a
parent
or caregiver who is frustrated with your child/teen's behavior at home? May be you are a
parent
who is overwhelmed and wants to
parent
mindfully. May be your child is struggling with anxiety &depression, and you are unsure how to help them and need a holistic approach. You may have noticed your child struggling with self regulation, high anxiety, sadness, anger issues, ADHD, and learning difficulties.
Darci L Walker
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Depression, anxiety, conflict or life transitions can leave us feeling stuck and overwhelmed. Therapy can, and should, be a safe and collaborative relationship where we work through the complications of life and relationships to find a more hopeful, rewarding and loving experience of the world. I want you to feel active in your therapy as we work toward gentle healing and personal growth. In addition to working with individuals, couples and families, I write and connect through Core
Parenting
(coreparentingpdx.com) where I help parents follow their own inner wisdom through the joys and challenges of parenthood and co-
parenting
.
Not accepting new clients
Liz Gregory
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT-S
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
It feels overwhelming to reach out for help & yet you, your family your relationships are too important to allow them to suffer. As an Individual, Child & Family Therapist I will help you re-set your path for balancing your life. In our work together you will learn healthier ways to communicate, techniques to help you cope with unexpected challenges & mindfulness skills to help you stay focused and calm. These benefits will change your life & go beyond symptom relief. Areas of expertise: PTSD, Play Therapy, Separation/Divorce,
Parenting
Challenges, Relational Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Behavioral & Emotional Concerns and more
Not accepting new clients
Miriam Louise Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCC
Verified
Verified
I work with a variety of clinical issues including; depression, anxiety,
parenting
, trauma, recovery, adoption issues, adjustment issues ,and cultural identity issues.
I AM NOT TAKING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE. I have provided clinical service in; residential, outpatient, partial hospitalization for adolescents and children, in-home services and private practice. I have served on several social service agency boards and have consulted with schools, hospitals, outpatient service agencies and individual clinicians. I have also presented workshops on cultural diversity and the clinical implications, and the clinical presence in the recovery community. I am currently on a variety of insurance, state and Employee Assistance Program panels.
Coach4Parents
MA
Verified
Verified
You try your best as a
parent
or teaming up as a couple, yet sometimes feel overwhelmed. Now add a global pandemic. Whew! You deserve a life which feels balanced, energized, and fun. Our goal is to work together to identify new tools for your "
parenting
or relationship toolkit" which you can use immediately to positively impact your life at home. Partnered or as a sole
parent
, we work to identify your unique
parenting
style and the challenges you are navigating. I have over 25 years of experience working with parents & couples in schools, court, or mental health settings. Schedule a free 30 minute consult at Coach4Parents.com
Sarah Weber
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC, AT-P
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am passionate about: Anxiety, OCD, Specific Phobias,
Parenting
Issues & Trauma.
Talking to a new person about the hard parts of your life can feel deeply vulnerable. Whether it’s coming to therapy for the first time, returning after a break, or changing therapists, I understand the bravery and inner strength that reaching out for help requires. I aim to make the process of coming to therapy easy by making folks feel respected, safe, and understood. I provide space where people can be human, share truths, and practice new skills. I’m accepting telehealth clients ages 13+ and am an out-of-network provider. Clients under 13 in need of support are recommended to have
parent
sessions in order to make changes.
Not accepting new clients
Robert Gitelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Over the past 32 years, I have had the amazing opportunity to collaboratively work with clients, being supportive and providing gentle guidance as they learned to identify, clarify, and develop effective coping skills to manage and resolve the stress in their lives. Whether you are experiencing depression, anxiety, trying to cope with
parenting
concerns, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, marital stress/conflict, self-esteem challenges, or a variety of life struggles; I believe that my client-centered therapeutic approach will assist you in gaining greater self-awareness and emotional growth.
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Wendy Frankle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, Certifi, Grief, Recov
Verified
Verified
In family therapy, I will help your family come together to create a more cohesive family system while allowing each member to express their individual desires by: Helping to re-establish a new
parent
/child relationship.
My name is Wendy Frankle. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Grief Recovery Specialist, and a member of the American Counseling Association. My specialty and passion is working with adolescent girls and their families as well as Grief Recovery. I have 19+ years experience working with children and their families ages 6-18 years who have emotional difficulties as well as a wide range of diagnosis. I will strive to provide a safe, nurturing environment where we can work together to plant the seeds necessary for your health, hope and happiness.
Rachel Raphael
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples and adult families in their quest for clarity and healing. We will work together to identify and achieve key counseling goals to transform your life and relationships. I strive to bring a warm and open atmosphere that encourages compassion and collaboration. Areas of expertise include rebuilding trust, healthy communication skills to manage anger and decrease conflict, creating sexual intimacy, cultivating healthy romantic relationships, managing
parenting
challenges and addressing climate anxiety. All are welcome: LGTBQ clients, nontraditional couples and adult families.
Not accepting new clients
Laura Baker Sander
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome! I am an LCSW and I work adults for individual therapy and
parenting
support. I frequently work with clients to address issues including anxiety, trauma/abuse, depression, negative self-talk,
parenting
challenges and coping with life stressors. As your therapist, I aim to help you create and find the support you need to tap into internal and external resources to resolve problems and to increase your capacity to experience life more fully, to grow, to become increasingly healthy and more whole. I aim to create an environment that invites mutual respect, acceptance, curiosity, and hope.
Mark Dillon
Psychologist
Verified
Verified
When working with an individual or couple, I utilize my years of experience as a therapist, evaluator, and
parent
to help people make important changes.
I specialize in working with individuals that are involved in a high conflict divorce or an individual or couple that are involved in a DHS child welfare case. People going through these highly stressful experiences can benefit from support, direction, and at times direct assistance in order to successfully get through the legal process. The goal of the work is to facilitate the legal aspect of the case, decrease stress, save the client money, and minimize the impact of the pain or damage to children.
Jeri S Ichikawa
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified
Verified
Change is a great opportunity for growth. I work with clients who are struggling with unhealthy and unwanted habits of thinking and behaving and difficulties moving through life transitions. I work with tweens, teens and adults who are looking for strategies and skills to increase their abilities to choose response over reaction, and increase self-empowerment. I work with individual adults and teens, and tweens with
parent
coaching on a regular basis. I work with parents of younger children as a
parent
coach.
David Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QMHP
Verified
Verified
I have deep professional, academic, and personal experience in trauma, neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD), family/
parenting
issues, and mood struggles including depression, anxiety, and grief.
Taking charge of your healing journey is a heroic step. Much like training for an athletic challenge, it requires dedication, courage, determination, and self-love - as well as a good coach. We will do incredible work together if you are motivated to commit to your own growth process, are curious and open-minded, and are willing to do the sometimes difficult mental, emotional, and spiritual work to change habits and patterns that no longer serve you or those you care about. I'm especially passionate about working with healers, helpers, teachers, parents, caregivers, and people healing from childhood and intergenerational trauma.
ADHD Child & Family Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I also offer
parent
-based services that offer guidance, education, support, and training.
Raising healthy and happy children with ADHD can be a big job, but the good news is that you do not have to do it alone. There is a lot that can be done to help! ADHD is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that impacts each child differently. ADHD has little to do with how "smart" your child might be, but it has a lot to do with your child's ability to regulate their attention, mood, and behaviors. When symptoms of ADHD lead to lower self-esteem, mental health concerns, behavioral challenges, or academic struggles, it is a good time to seek professional help.
Waitlist for new clients
Arbor Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified
Verified
Have you struggled during pregnancy or postpartum? Do you love
parenting
but find that anxiety, depression, and/or shame get in the way of truly enjoying your children? Are you struggling to co-
parent
effectively and peacefully with your co-
parent
(s)? In the process of becoming a
parent
and wanting to identify and explore what raising a child means to you? Let's sit down and explore these big things together.
Jolie Krechman
Psychologist, PhD, LLC
Verified
Verified
My practice consists of adults and older adolescents dealing with a variety of issues including, but not limited to, relationship concerns, divorce,
parenting
issues, childhood abuse, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and trauma.
Therapy is an opportunity for personal development in a safe, nonjudgmental, respectful, private, and supportive environment. It is natural to feel overwhelmed at times and it is not a sign of weak character to seek help. Through therapy we can learn to manage our emotions more effectively, improve our relationships and communication, bolster our confidence and self-esteem, and minimize our distress. In my work, I strive to create a comfortable environment in which I can assist clients in identifying thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and recurring patterns of behavior that may be impinging on the capacity to experience and create a fuller, more satisfying life.
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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.