Parenting Therapists in 20170

Photo of Deborah Sanders, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 20170, VA
Deborah Sanders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170  (Online Only)
I'm only seeing clients located in Virginia and fully virtual! I often work with parents who are preparing to bring a child into their family through adoption and those who have been a family for a long time who are struggling. Maybe becoming a parent through adoption was not what you expected. Maybe you are an adoptee yourself and struggling with things like feeling really guilty or wondering where you fit. My clients want to better understand themselves and their family dynamics to feel more whole and secure.
I'm only seeing clients located in Virginia and fully virtual! I often work with parents who are preparing to bring a child into their family through adoption and those who have been a family for a long time who are struggling. Maybe becoming a parent through adoption was not what you expected. Maybe you are an adoptee yourself and struggling with things like feeling really guilty or wondering where you fit. My clients want to better understand themselves and their family dynamics to feel more whole and secure.
(571) 556-1699 View (571) 556-1699
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Jennifer Batra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170  (Online Only)
Parenting is hard, parenting if you or your child (or both) are neurodivergent is another layer of hard. Find another piece of the puzzle with support for yourself and your family. I hope that this journey will allow you to feel like you have a parenting partner. You and your family are unique and may not fit the preconceived expectations that society and the traditional education and work environments have for us.
Parenting is hard, parenting if you or your child (or both) are neurodivergent is another layer of hard. Find another piece of the puzzle with support for yourself and your family. I hope that this journey will allow you to feel like you have a parenting partner. You and your family are unique and may not fit the preconceived expectations that society and the traditional education and work environments have for us.
(571) 351-1084 View (571) 351-1084
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Ravleen Kandhari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
I can support parents with parent support and guidance.
I know how hard it can be to take the first step towards getting counseling support. I commend you for having taken that first step. I hope you can find the help you are seeking soon. I work with adults and seniors. In my work with adults, I work with those struggling with feelings of worry, sadness, difficulty around life transitions, workplace stress, relationship difficulties and those struggling with parenting issues, including parenting of children with special needs. I provide a safe, gentle, caring, and non-judgmental space for us to work together toward your goals.
I can support parents with parent support and guidance.
I know how hard it can be to take the first step towards getting counseling support. I commend you for having taken that first step. I hope you can find the help you are seeking soon. I work with adults and seniors. In my work with adults, I work with those struggling with feelings of worry, sadness, difficulty around life transitions, workplace stress, relationship difficulties and those struggling with parenting issues, including parenting of children with special needs. I provide a safe, gentle, caring, and non-judgmental space for us to work together toward your goals.
(571) 748-7798 View (571) 748-7798
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Erin Delp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSOTP-R
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170  (Online Only)
My primary focus is working with women who have experienced narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, parenting with a trauma history and institutional abuse.
Recovering from trauma is the most inspiring and difficult things one can do in their lifetime. I am a believer that post traumatic growth is possible in all people. I utilize an eclectic approach pulling from a base of radical feminism utilizing approaches from DBT, somatic experiencing, and mindfulness and acceptance based approaches. I firmly believe that everyone has the tools within them to heal and grow and my primary job as therapist is to provide a safe non-judgmental setting for you to discover your healed self.
My primary focus is working with women who have experienced narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, parenting with a trauma history and institutional abuse.
Recovering from trauma is the most inspiring and difficult things one can do in their lifetime. I am a believer that post traumatic growth is possible in all people. I utilize an eclectic approach pulling from a base of radical feminism utilizing approaches from DBT, somatic experiencing, and mindfulness and acceptance based approaches. I firmly believe that everyone has the tools within them to heal and grow and my primary job as therapist is to provide a safe non-judgmental setting for you to discover your healed self.
(804) 979-2958 View (804) 979-2958
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Eric Kothari
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
I am a psychologist, husband & parent. All of these roles and more inform my practice with the men, women, children/adolescents, and couples who work with me. My expertise in working with boys and adolescent males is well known, and I have developed treatment methods that are unique in that my clients report that I talk with them, give feedback, and share from my experiences. Under my care, the clinical experince may include important figures in your life, is creative, personal, relational, and in a beautiful setting. At PsychotherapyWorks I strive to understand you as a unique person, working with your specific needs, your hopes for wellbeing & satisfaction in living.
I am a psychologist, husband & parent. All of these roles and more inform my practice with the men, women, children/adolescents, and couples who work with me. My expertise in working with boys and adolescent males is well known, and I have developed treatment methods that are unique in that my clients report that I talk with them, give feedback, and share from my experiences. Under my care, the clinical experince may include important figures in your life, is creative, personal, relational, and in a beautiful setting. At PsychotherapyWorks I strive to understand you as a unique person, working with your specific needs, your hopes for wellbeing & satisfaction in living.
(703) 662-1922 View (703) 662-1922
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Jessica L. Jupiter
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
My specialty areas with adults and children include Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, PTSD, Gender Identity, LGBTQ, parent training, school refusal, life transitions, and behavior problems.
When psychological symptoms interfere with health, sleep, well-being, and general functioning, how do you choose among the many available treatment options? One consideration may be an evidence-based approach: one with proven efficacy. In my practice as a licensed clinical psychologist for children and adults, I use cognitive behavioral treatments and other strategies whose effectiveness is well supported by research studies. Finding the right fit is important, and I'm here to help.
My specialty areas with adults and children include Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, PTSD, Gender Identity, LGBTQ, parent training, school refusal, life transitions, and behavior problems.
When psychological symptoms interfere with health, sleep, well-being, and general functioning, how do you choose among the many available treatment options? One consideration may be an evidence-based approach: one with proven efficacy. In my practice as a licensed clinical psychologist for children and adults, I use cognitive behavioral treatments and other strategies whose effectiveness is well supported by research studies. Finding the right fit is important, and I'm here to help.
(571) 526-0092 View (571) 526-0092
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John Paul Walker
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
Raising children and being married can be the most wonderful, yet humbling things in life. Over the past 25 years I have worked with hundreds of families and couples to help you customize a roadmap of change that can help you with hope and practical strategies to decrease conflict, set limits, restore nurturance, and maneuver the difficulties of being a parent, married or divorced. Helping people make change and heal from hurt is my life's passion and finding a therapist that is a good fit with the right expertise can be difficult! Call me to see if I can help.
Raising children and being married can be the most wonderful, yet humbling things in life. Over the past 25 years I have worked with hundreds of families and couples to help you customize a roadmap of change that can help you with hope and practical strategies to decrease conflict, set limits, restore nurturance, and maneuver the difficulties of being a parent, married or divorced. Helping people make change and heal from hurt is my life's passion and finding a therapist that is a good fit with the right expertise can be difficult! Call me to see if I can help.
(302) 503-0379 View (302) 503-0379
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Ashley Marks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170  (Online Only)
As part of my belief that all deserve access to high quality therapy, I have worked to be well versed and experienced in working with diverse populations to address presenting needs to include anger, eating disorders, emotional dysregulation, trauma/PTSD, abuse, anxiety, depression, attachment needs, complex family dynamics, parenting needs, ADHD & more.
Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Exhausted? It’s easy to neglect ourselves—to feel like life has so much going on that there isn’t time or space to prioritize our goals, our relationships, self-care. Life isn’t about getting through it, but rather creating the life we want every day. Through therapy, I seek to empower others to improve their well-being and quality of life. I believe every individual is doing the best they can with their circumstances and the skills they have, and I walk alongside my clients to support them in learning new skills and addressing what holds them back from their goals and creating a happy life for themselves
As part of my belief that all deserve access to high quality therapy, I have worked to be well versed and experienced in working with diverse populations to address presenting needs to include anger, eating disorders, emotional dysregulation, trauma/PTSD, abuse, anxiety, depression, attachment needs, complex family dynamics, parenting needs, ADHD & more.
Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Exhausted? It’s easy to neglect ourselves—to feel like life has so much going on that there isn’t time or space to prioritize our goals, our relationships, self-care. Life isn’t about getting through it, but rather creating the life we want every day. Through therapy, I seek to empower others to improve their well-being and quality of life. I believe every individual is doing the best they can with their circumstances and the skills they have, and I walk alongside my clients to support them in learning new skills and addressing what holds them back from their goals and creating a happy life for themselves
(571) 306-1364 View (571) 306-1364
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Georgianna Achilles - Telehealth
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
Specializations range from mindfulness approaches to stress reduction, relationship enhancement/attachment, positive parenting and treatment for areas such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD and trauma.
There are many reasons people seek support, and none of us is immune to the stress of coping with life's challenges. I work with adults and children/teens who seek therapy for issues such as stress-management, coping with difficult emotions (depression/anxiety/anger), relationship issues, parenting strategies, and healing from trauma and loss. Together we assess the root causes of problems and collaborate to develop a treatment approach. I integrate evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and play therapy/expressive arts approaches (as appropriate).
Specializations range from mindfulness approaches to stress reduction, relationship enhancement/attachment, positive parenting and treatment for areas such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD and trauma.
There are many reasons people seek support, and none of us is immune to the stress of coping with life's challenges. I work with adults and children/teens who seek therapy for issues such as stress-management, coping with difficult emotions (depression/anxiety/anger), relationship issues, parenting strategies, and healing from trauma and loss. Together we assess the root causes of problems and collaborate to develop a treatment approach. I integrate evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and play therapy/expressive arts approaches (as appropriate).
(703) 348-9719 View (703) 348-9719
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Johni J Spinelli
Licensed Professional Counselor, Johni, J, Spinell, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
I also focus on assisting those experiencing couples conflict, family discord, and parenting struggles.
I will assist you in a caring and professional manner to find realistic answers and solutions that make sense to you in your life, and allow you to more effectively manage each day. I bring over 20 years of experience working effectively with adults, children, families, and couples with a wide range of problems, from mild to severe in nature. My therapeutic approach is strength-based and practical. I draw from a number of different treatment approaches (including but not limited to: CBT, Humanistic, Family Systems, DBT) to most effectively address your presenting issues, reduce symptoms, and meet your goals in seeking treatment.
I also focus on assisting those experiencing couples conflict, family discord, and parenting struggles.
I will assist you in a caring and professional manner to find realistic answers and solutions that make sense to you in your life, and allow you to more effectively manage each day. I bring over 20 years of experience working effectively with adults, children, families, and couples with a wide range of problems, from mild to severe in nature. My therapeutic approach is strength-based and practical. I draw from a number of different treatment approaches (including but not limited to: CBT, Humanistic, Family Systems, DBT) to most effectively address your presenting issues, reduce symptoms, and meet your goals in seeking treatment.
(571) 384-4612 View (571) 384-4612
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Sarah Stark
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
Whether you are an adult seeking support or the parent of a child who needs help, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
I provide therapy for children/teens and adults who are looking for help and support to successfully handle life's challenges. Because my practice includes working with children, I offer strong support for parents and families who are affected by what a child is experiencing. My approach is primarily cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused, meaning that we will look at the interplay among thoughts, feelings and behaviors to explore how negative thought patterns influence behavior and work to change those patterns to provide emotional relief. I help clients develop real-life skills and coping strategies that can last a lifetime.
Whether you are an adult seeking support or the parent of a child who needs help, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
I provide therapy for children/teens and adults who are looking for help and support to successfully handle life's challenges. Because my practice includes working with children, I offer strong support for parents and families who are affected by what a child is experiencing. My approach is primarily cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused, meaning that we will look at the interplay among thoughts, feelings and behaviors to explore how negative thought patterns influence behavior and work to change those patterns to provide emotional relief. I help clients develop real-life skills and coping strategies that can last a lifetime.
(571) 989-7933 View (571) 989-7933
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Christa Carlton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170  (Online Only)
People come to me with the need for a non-judgmental space to explore their own lived experiences and express their thoughts and feelings. I specialize in supporting survivors of trauma and employ a client-centered, strengths-based approach. I help clients develop insight around factors influencing development, understand the mind-body connection, and explore individualized strategies for optimizing mental wellness. I have experience supporting clients around a variety of needs including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, neurodiversity, identity, special needs parenting, relationships, behaviors, and substance use.
People come to me with the need for a non-judgmental space to explore their own lived experiences and express their thoughts and feelings. I specialize in supporting survivors of trauma and employ a client-centered, strengths-based approach. I help clients develop insight around factors influencing development, understand the mind-body connection, and explore individualized strategies for optimizing mental wellness. I have experience supporting clients around a variety of needs including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, neurodiversity, identity, special needs parenting, relationships, behaviors, and substance use.
(443) 785-2982 View (443) 785-2982
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Health Connect America- Sterling Virginia
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
Services: Family Centered Therapy, ABA, IIH services for children 18 & under, Outpatient Therapy Services ranging from children to adults, Parent Mentoring, Supervised Visitation, Mentoring, Mental Health Skills Building, Medication Management, CSTOP & ASAM Assessments.
HCA's focus will always be based on the physical and emotional safety of the clients & their well-being. We will always strive to honor the dignity and personal values of our clients, their families, and our staff, regardless of race, ethnic group, religion, gender, creed, sexual orientation, nationality, or financials. We have a variety of staff with multiple specialties which include Substance use, & Trauma.
Services: Family Centered Therapy, ABA, IIH services for children 18 & under, Outpatient Therapy Services ranging from children to adults, Parent Mentoring, Supervised Visitation, Mentoring, Mental Health Skills Building, Medication Management, CSTOP & ASAM Assessments.
HCA's focus will always be based on the physical and emotional safety of the clients & their well-being. We will always strive to honor the dignity and personal values of our clients, their families, and our staff, regardless of race, ethnic group, religion, gender, creed, sexual orientation, nationality, or financials. We have a variety of staff with multiple specialties which include Substance use, & Trauma.
(540) 202-2986 View (540) 202-2986
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Alanna Betts
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
As a mother myself, I understand the immense challenges surrounding the journey from conception to birth to parenting.
Are you struggling to fully experience the joys in your life? Are struggling with challenges of pregnancy or parenthood? Do thoughts about your body or eating patterns impact your overall well-being? Do experiences from your past intrude into your everyday life? With over a decade of experience, I have cultivated a deep understanding of the psychological complexities that often accompany these struggles and can help you develop strategies to move beyond them.
As a mother myself, I understand the immense challenges surrounding the journey from conception to birth to parenting.
Are you struggling to fully experience the joys in your life? Are struggling with challenges of pregnancy or parenthood? Do thoughts about your body or eating patterns impact your overall well-being? Do experiences from your past intrude into your everyday life? With over a decade of experience, I have cultivated a deep understanding of the psychological complexities that often accompany these struggles and can help you develop strategies to move beyond them.
(571) 462-6059 View (571) 462-6059
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Laurie Levine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
Your teen’s grades are terrible and she isolates in her room, your adopted child struggles to have any healthy relationships or you are drowning in work and family and can’t find a moment to breathe? I get it! Together we will begin the healing process. I listen, you vent, we laugh and there are tears. Slowly the weight feels less heavy and, one step at a time, hope and relief turn into peace and joy . It's scary, but it's worth it! Take a chance on yourself
Your teen’s grades are terrible and she isolates in her room, your adopted child struggles to have any healthy relationships or you are drowning in work and family and can’t find a moment to breathe? I get it! Together we will begin the healing process. I listen, you vent, we laugh and there are tears. Slowly the weight feels less heavy and, one step at a time, hope and relief turn into peace and joy . It's scary, but it's worth it! Take a chance on yourself
(703) 910-5977 View (703) 910-5977
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Diane Ramia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
Welcome! I'm glad you are here. While I treat a wide range of clients, I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults. I also offer support for parents, as sometimes the entire family feels the impact of what a child is experiencing. In a warm and inviting environment, we will work together to help you help you or your child develop coping strategies to foster personal growth and to see an improvement in the quality of life and relationships. My approach is primarily cognitive behavioral and solution focused. I also have additional training in play therapy techniques and believe in the therapeutic power of play.
Welcome! I'm glad you are here. While I treat a wide range of clients, I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults. I also offer support for parents, as sometimes the entire family feels the impact of what a child is experiencing. In a warm and inviting environment, we will work together to help you help you or your child develop coping strategies to foster personal growth and to see an improvement in the quality of life and relationships. My approach is primarily cognitive behavioral and solution focused. I also have additional training in play therapy techniques and believe in the therapeutic power of play.
(571) 470-5425 View (571) 470-5425
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Julie Guild (Samitt), LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
Are you struggling with eating, negative body thoughts or both? My name is Sarah and I help people improve their relationship with food right from the comfort of their home. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E) and Family Based Treatment (FBT). I have helped people just like you, go from scared and frozen, unable to help eat normally on their own, to fully capable of overcoming their difficulties with food.
Are you struggling with eating, negative body thoughts or both? My name is Sarah and I help people improve their relationship with food right from the comfort of their home. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E) and Family Based Treatment (FBT). I have helped people just like you, go from scared and frozen, unable to help eat normally on their own, to fully capable of overcoming their difficulties with food.
(804) 600-4323 View (804) 600-4323
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Gurusher Khalsa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170  (Online Only)
Gurusher has been a therapist in Northern Virginia for over 25 years and has extensive experience helping her clients to improve emotional health and well being. Her modality is working with individual adults on emotional adjustment, stress, family, work and relationship concerns, life transitions and perinatal/postpartum adjustment. She has specialized understanding of the gifted population and possible impacts on adult life. She is committed to the well being of her clients and dedicates time, planning and thoughtfulness to assist clients with their goals.
Gurusher has been a therapist in Northern Virginia for over 25 years and has extensive experience helping her clients to improve emotional health and well being. Her modality is working with individual adults on emotional adjustment, stress, family, work and relationship concerns, life transitions and perinatal/postpartum adjustment. She has specialized understanding of the gifted population and possible impacts on adult life. She is committed to the well being of her clients and dedicates time, planning and thoughtfulness to assist clients with their goals.
(540) 923-0926 View (540) 923-0926
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Robin Knoblach
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
Welcome! I offer a warm, accepting, and confidential space to explore your problems and concerns, and a partnership where we can work together to address them. I approach therapy and counseling as a collaborative and relational endeavor where we put together my expertise with the strengths and the strivings that have gotten you this far. Together we will develop an understanding of the challenges you are struggling with and help you meet those challenges so that you can grow and thrive.
Welcome! I offer a warm, accepting, and confidential space to explore your problems and concerns, and a partnership where we can work together to address them. I approach therapy and counseling as a collaborative and relational endeavor where we put together my expertise with the strengths and the strivings that have gotten you this far. Together we will develop an understanding of the challenges you are struggling with and help you meet those challenges so that you can grow and thrive.
(703) 454-8498 x801 View (703) 454-8498 x801
Heidi Blattel Brennan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
Finding the right therapist is a challenging journey. It's essential to find a therapist that can help you navigate through difficult life situations while providing an objective perspective. I believe in working with people's strengths and empowering them to live their life being fully present and engaged. In every session my focus is on creating a safe atmosphere where clients feel comfortable enough to express whatever they're experiencing without the fear of judgement or guilt. It is within that umbrella of trust that people report feeling truly heard and understood, some for the first time in their lives.
Finding the right therapist is a challenging journey. It's essential to find a therapist that can help you navigate through difficult life situations while providing an objective perspective. I believe in working with people's strengths and empowering them to live their life being fully present and engaged. In every session my focus is on creating a safe atmosphere where clients feel comfortable enough to express whatever they're experiencing without the fear of judgement or guilt. It is within that umbrella of trust that people report feeling truly heard and understood, some for the first time in their lives.
(571) 366-8141 View (571) 366-8141
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.