Parenting Therapists in 97223
I enjoy family therapy and helping parents improve their parenting skills.
You desire to have healthier relationships that make you feel safe and secure but you aren't sure how to get there. Anxiety, panic attacks, disrupted sleep, or unwanted thoughts make it difficult for you to cope. You had painful childhood experiences, and you don't know how to heal from the trauma. You may be experiencing depression, anxiety, or a challenging life transition. It feels like nothing has helped you and your partner and you are ready for help from an unbiased couple’s counselor. You are an overwhelmed parent who is tired of the conflict at home and interested in working with a family therapist.
I enjoy family therapy and helping parents improve their parenting skills.
You desire to have healthier relationships that make you feel safe and secure but you aren't sure how to get there. Anxiety, panic attacks, disrupted sleep, or unwanted thoughts make it difficult for you to cope. You had painful childhood experiences, and you don't know how to heal from the trauma. You may be experiencing depression, anxiety, or a challenging life transition. It feels like nothing has helped you and your partner and you are ready for help from an unbiased couple’s counselor. You are an overwhelmed parent who is tired of the conflict at home and interested in working with a family therapist.
* I also have a special interest in supporting women with fertility concerns, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting, & chronic illness/cancer.
Do you feel you don’t know how to manage your child’s behaviors or wish you had a better relationship with them? You are not alone! Many parents experience this and begin to feel lost & hopeless. If you are ready for help, please contact me. No one knows your child better than you & you are a crucial part in helping them build the skills to be successful. As a team we focus on building new skills to understand & manage difficult feelings and behaviors. *****Providing support for a variety of women's issues is also a passion of mine.*****
* I also have a special interest in supporting women with fertility concerns, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting, & chronic illness/cancer.
Do you feel you don’t know how to manage your child’s behaviors or wish you had a better relationship with them? You are not alone! Many parents experience this and begin to feel lost & hopeless. If you are ready for help, please contact me. No one knows your child better than you & you are a crucial part in helping them build the skills to be successful. As a team we focus on building new skills to understand & manage difficult feelings and behaviors. *****Providing support for a variety of women's issues is also a passion of mine.*****
ADHD Child & Family Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97223
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.
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.
Maci N Elkins Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223
I've been working with children, adolescents, and families for 25 years. As a parent myself, I'm familiar with the growing pains of raising a family. Each new day can be an adventure, whether we want it to be or not. I can assist you as you navigate the ups and downs of family life and parenting. I believe it's 'easier to build a child than to repair an adult.' Building a resilient, happy child begins at birth. Fostering resilience in your children through effective parenting and a supportive "village" is a gift they will have the rest of their lives.
I've been working with children, adolescents, and families for 25 years. As a parent myself, I'm familiar with the growing pains of raising a family. Each new day can be an adventure, whether we want it to be or not. I can assist you as you navigate the ups and downs of family life and parenting. I believe it's 'easier to build a child than to repair an adult.' Building a resilient, happy child begins at birth. Fostering resilience in your children through effective parenting and a supportive "village" is a gift they will have the rest of their lives.
Allene Gould
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223 (Online Only)
Having been a teacher for 24 years gives me a strong foundation for working with individual women and men, especially with parents. Would you like a more peaceful life, a better relationship with your spouse or children? Learn the 2 most important parenting strategies? Someone who really listens and "gets you"? I believe that everyone who walks through my door has the capability to lead a more positive life, regardless of what has negatively affected you. My own personal experience, coupled with my specific training, helps me assist individuals dealing with depression and anxiety, and clients facing conflict and parenting issues.
Having been a teacher for 24 years gives me a strong foundation for working with individual women and men, especially with parents. Would you like a more peaceful life, a better relationship with your spouse or children? Learn the 2 most important parenting strategies? Someone who really listens and "gets you"? I believe that everyone who walks through my door has the capability to lead a more positive life, regardless of what has negatively affected you. My own personal experience, coupled with my specific training, helps me assist individuals dealing with depression and anxiety, and clients facing conflict and parenting issues.
Therapy (and parenting) can be an intimidating and vulnerable process and I am honored and humbled to partner with you in creating the family life that you hope for.
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.
Therapy (and parenting) can be an intimidating and vulnerable process and I am honored and humbled to partner with you in creating the family life that you hope for.
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.
Are you feeling discouraged? Are you at a point which you feel your hope may be GONE! For example, are you a young adult who has lost hope in finding a soulmate? Are you a couple who is on the edge of getting a divorce? Are you a parent who can’t see hope in your child with health issues? There are many different circumstances that cause us to feel hopeless. Unfortunately, depression, anxiety and even anger often come alongside with a sense of hopelessness. My passion is to help you find hope through compassionate counseling.
Are you feeling discouraged? Are you at a point which you feel your hope may be GONE! For example, are you a young adult who has lost hope in finding a soulmate? Are you a couple who is on the edge of getting a divorce? Are you a parent who can’t see hope in your child with health issues? There are many different circumstances that cause us to feel hopeless. Unfortunately, depression, anxiety and even anger often come alongside with a sense of hopelessness. My passion is to help you find hope through compassionate counseling.
DeLyn Griffin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223
I welcome children, individuals, couples, and families dealing with relationship conflicts, parenting, depression, anxiety, trauma, life stress & balance, developing sexual health, or personal identity. I was a teacher for many years and welcome children ages 3 and up for play therapy to help them communicate their inner experiences as they learn new skills and practice new ways of coping.
I welcome children, individuals, couples, and families dealing with relationship conflicts, parenting, depression, anxiety, trauma, life stress & balance, developing sexual health, or personal identity. I was a teacher for many years and welcome children ages 3 and up for play therapy to help them communicate their inner experiences as they learn new skills and practice new ways of coping.
Christina Geist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAT, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223
I strive to provide helpful support around life transitions and stresses, which may include family and relationship changes, women’s issues, parenting challenges, attachment wounds and complex trauma.
We are all wired to seek connection, love, belonging, and to be understood. Our internal (subconscious) messaging often tells us we are not good enough to receive these things. I provide customized and effective psychotherapy with warmth and authenticity. My goal is to create a safe, nurturing space and be present as we gently and collaboratively explore and untangle past emotions, beliefs, and experiences that are unique to you and your family.
I strive to provide helpful support around life transitions and stresses, which may include family and relationship changes, women’s issues, parenting challenges, attachment wounds and complex trauma.
We are all wired to seek connection, love, belonging, and to be understood. Our internal (subconscious) messaging often tells us we are not good enough to receive these things. I provide customized and effective psychotherapy with warmth and authenticity. My goal is to create a safe, nurturing space and be present as we gently and collaboratively explore and untangle past emotions, beliefs, and experiences that are unique to you and your family.
Sara Correa-Hepburn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223
Through individual and family therapy I am skilled at addressing behavioral issues, family conflict, divorce/blended families and parenting issues.
In my work as a therapist, I believe each person’s experience is unique; therefore I take a strengths based and person centered approach to effectively build rapport and trust. My focus is on being approachable, empathetic, non-judgmental, supportive and authentic. Collaboration is imperative and through our work together, I help guide clients and their families to learn techniques and strategies in order to live better quality lives.
Through individual and family therapy I am skilled at addressing behavioral issues, family conflict, divorce/blended families and parenting issues.
In my work as a therapist, I believe each person’s experience is unique; therefore I take a strengths based and person centered approach to effectively build rapport and trust. My focus is on being approachable, empathetic, non-judgmental, supportive and authentic. Collaboration is imperative and through our work together, I help guide clients and their families to learn techniques and strategies in order to live better quality lives.
Jake Kleint
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97223
I have extensive experience treating individuals with emotional and behavioral challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, parenting/family conflict, and complex trauma.
Welcome! I am licensed clinical social worker that provides individual and family therapy services. I have specific interest working with children, youth, and families. I also provide individual therapy services for adults. My therapeutic approach is relational, person-centered, emotion focused, and trauma-informed. I have a variety of skill sets that I adapt to meet the unique needs of each individual that I work with. I use CBT, DBT, and Collaborative Problem Solving in my work. My goal is to support the process of personal growth, self-discovery, and promoting desired changes to inform a more meaningful quality of life.
I have extensive experience treating individuals with emotional and behavioral challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, parenting/family conflict, and complex trauma.
Welcome! I am licensed clinical social worker that provides individual and family therapy services. I have specific interest working with children, youth, and families. I also provide individual therapy services for adults. My therapeutic approach is relational, person-centered, emotion focused, and trauma-informed. I have a variety of skill sets that I adapt to meet the unique needs of each individual that I work with. I use CBT, DBT, and Collaborative Problem Solving in my work. My goal is to support the process of personal growth, self-discovery, and promoting desired changes to inform a more meaningful quality of life.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, BS, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97223
I am a registered associate. If you need to dismantle trauma and rebuild your life, find answers to questions that burden you, save or repair your relationships, or you need fresh skills to manage your emotional state, I can serve you. It is not too late to find what you are looking for by learning new patterns and I make that process easy for you. In fact, it's the perfect time. You can find clarity and create a life that feels peaceful and whole. I'm here to help your life be what you want. I am under supervision and have interests in relational problems, couples, parenting, children, disability, anxiety, sex therapy, and trauma.
I am a registered associate. If you need to dismantle trauma and rebuild your life, find answers to questions that burden you, save or repair your relationships, or you need fresh skills to manage your emotional state, I can serve you. It is not too late to find what you are looking for by learning new patterns and I make that process easy for you. In fact, it's the perfect time. You can find clarity and create a life that feels peaceful and whole. I'm here to help your life be what you want. I am under supervision and have interests in relational problems, couples, parenting, children, disability, anxiety, sex therapy, and trauma.
My Specialties Include Relational Issues, Relational Trauma, Marital Issues, Attachment, Depression, Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Phobias, Life Transitions, Grief, Self-Esteem, Confidence, Body Image, Self Expression, Parent-Child Bonding, Parenting, and Perinatal Anxiety/Depression.
I am dedicated to creating a nurturing environment that allows my clients to explore, comprehend, and inspire change within themselves and their relationships. I work from a trauma-informed, attachment-based framework that focuses on my client’s relationships across the entire lifespan. Clients work toward fostering stronger connections, developing more flexibility, and gaining more understanding of their emotional needs. Treatment plans incorporate a range of evidence-based modalities drawn from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
My Specialties Include Relational Issues, Relational Trauma, Marital Issues, Attachment, Depression, Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Phobias, Life Transitions, Grief, Self-Esteem, Confidence, Body Image, Self Expression, Parent-Child Bonding, Parenting, and Perinatal Anxiety/Depression.
I am dedicated to creating a nurturing environment that allows my clients to explore, comprehend, and inspire change within themselves and their relationships. I work from a trauma-informed, attachment-based framework that focuses on my client’s relationships across the entire lifespan. Clients work toward fostering stronger connections, developing more flexibility, and gaining more understanding of their emotional needs. Treatment plans incorporate a range of evidence-based modalities drawn from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Samantha Rott
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, QMHP-R, MFTA, PCA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97223
Do you experience anxiety, depression, anger, PTSD, parenting struggles, relational dynamic issues or changes, or personal identity concerns? I am here to support you finding your voice within yourself and in close relationships. I believe that our past informs our present, in how we see, feel, hear, connect, and experience our lives. I find behavior to be an important opening to explore the underlying feelings an individual is experiencing in response to others. I view therapy as a collaborative process in which you are the expert of your own life and I am an empathetic and supportive guide helping create a brave, accepting space.
Do you experience anxiety, depression, anger, PTSD, parenting struggles, relational dynamic issues or changes, or personal identity concerns? I am here to support you finding your voice within yourself and in close relationships. I believe that our past informs our present, in how we see, feel, hear, connect, and experience our lives. I find behavior to be an important opening to explore the underlying feelings an individual is experiencing in response to others. I view therapy as a collaborative process in which you are the expert of your own life and I am an empathetic and supportive guide helping create a brave, accepting space.
If divorce is inevitable, I will work with both parents from a non-judgmental, strengths-based approach to establish a co- parenting plan that will best meet the emotional and developmental needs of the family.
I believe that change is always possible. While often intimidating, therapy can be the first step toward improving your life. Whether struggling with a relationship, anger management, communication skills, parenting, self-identity, depression or anxiety, I work with my clients to identify the maladaptive thought processes, roadblocks and circumstances that have led to feelings of frustration, dissatisfaction, or helplessness. I have a passion for working with individuals, couples and families to identify life goals, improve self-awareness and communication, and implement lasting change.
If divorce is inevitable, I will work with both parents from a non-judgmental, strengths-based approach to establish a co- parenting plan that will best meet the emotional and developmental needs of the family.
I believe that change is always possible. While often intimidating, therapy can be the first step toward improving your life. Whether struggling with a relationship, anger management, communication skills, parenting, self-identity, depression or anxiety, I work with my clients to identify the maladaptive thought processes, roadblocks and circumstances that have led to feelings of frustration, dissatisfaction, or helplessness. I have a passion for working with individuals, couples and families to identify life goals, improve self-awareness and communication, and implement lasting change.
Cognitive behavioral therapy, insight oriented, collaborative problem solving, parenting & family therapy, solution focused, health psychoeducation, and skill building are methods and treatments I use the most.
I specialize in youth/adolescents and younger adults, particularly those with Anxiety, AD/HD, and/or Depression, or just life challenges. I do individual and family therapy, depending on the needs. I work with younger adults who have struggles with failure to launch, college coping struggles, or adults struggling with Anxiety, Depression, and/or AD/HD. Also, if you are having struggles with parenting or helping your child with their struggles; I have specialized in working in these areas for over 15 years. Feel free to contact to see if we are a good fit! I am doing Telehealth and In person sessions.
Cognitive behavioral therapy, insight oriented, collaborative problem solving, parenting & family therapy, solution focused, health psychoeducation, and skill building are methods and treatments I use the most.
I specialize in youth/adolescents and younger adults, particularly those with Anxiety, AD/HD, and/or Depression, or just life challenges. I do individual and family therapy, depending on the needs. I work with younger adults who have struggles with failure to launch, college coping struggles, or adults struggling with Anxiety, Depression, and/or AD/HD. Also, if you are having struggles with parenting or helping your child with their struggles; I have specialized in working in these areas for over 15 years. Feel free to contact to see if we are a good fit! I am doing Telehealth and In person sessions.
I have experience working with parents, children, teens, and adults across cultures with a variety of mental health needs and life challenges. I'm passionate about helping you discover your innate wisdom for healing. I utilize a variety of approaches, integrating internal family systems, mindfulness, EMDR, parent child interactive therapy, and DBT. I'm also passionate about healing intergenerational wounds from a variety of methods, including trauma reprocessing, psychedelic integration, and helping parents better guide their children via effective communication and emotional intelligence skills.
I have experience working with parents, children, teens, and adults across cultures with a variety of mental health needs and life challenges. I'm passionate about helping you discover your innate wisdom for healing. I utilize a variety of approaches, integrating internal family systems, mindfulness, EMDR, parent child interactive therapy, and DBT. I'm also passionate about healing intergenerational wounds from a variety of methods, including trauma reprocessing, psychedelic integration, and helping parents better guide their children via effective communication and emotional intelligence skills.
Jennifer Violette
Clinical Social Work Associate, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97223 (Online Only)
Most often I work with anxiety, depression, life transitions, women's issues, trauma, body image, shifting sense of identity, parenting support, and foster parenting.
A nurturing, therapeutic space is essential so that you can explore your inner world and discover what truly brings you a sense of well-being. I strive to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative environment. I understand you are the expert of your life and as a therapist, I provide you with specialized knowledge and support to navigate your journey. I incorporate reflective listening, mindfulness practices, values exploration, and other interventions to understand what is most important to you and your goals.
Most often I work with anxiety, depression, life transitions, women's issues, trauma, body image, shifting sense of identity, parenting support, and foster parenting.
A nurturing, therapeutic space is essential so that you can explore your inner world and discover what truly brings you a sense of well-being. I strive to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative environment. I understand you are the expert of your life and as a therapist, I provide you with specialized knowledge and support to navigate your journey. I incorporate reflective listening, mindfulness practices, values exploration, and other interventions to understand what is most important to you and your goals.
Nicole Wiegand
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am certified in PCIT ( Parent-Child Interaction Therapy) and Nature Based Therapy.
Hi! Thanks for stopping by. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families work toward their personal goals. Whether your goal is to build a healthier relationship with yourself and/or others; move through “stuckness”; find healing from past traumas; adjust to life changes; manage anxiety, stress, or depression; decrease behavioral concerns for your little(s); or even just to feel seen and heard through your unique life experiences; I aim to create a warm and judgement free space.
I am certified in PCIT ( Parent-Child Interaction Therapy) and Nature Based Therapy.
Hi! Thanks for stopping by. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families work toward their personal goals. Whether your goal is to build a healthier relationship with yourself and/or others; move through “stuckness”; find healing from past traumas; adjust to life changes; manage anxiety, stress, or depression; decrease behavioral concerns for your little(s); or even just to feel seen and heard through your unique life experiences; I aim to create a warm and judgement free space.
Kokua Counseling PDX, LLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, MEd
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97223
I have worked successfully with children, adolescents and families with Autism since 2001 and I am a parent of a child with special needs.
My current appointment schedule is Monday through Friday, 10am to 1pm. I current do NOT offer afternoon (after 2pm), evening or weekend appointments. I welcome all unique challenges. I enjoy seeking a collaborative partnership with each client to discover a path to navigate everyday life events and challenges.
I have worked successfully with children, adolescents and families with Autism since 2001 and I am a parent of a child with special needs.
My current appointment schedule is Monday through Friday, 10am to 1pm. I current do NOT offer afternoon (after 2pm), evening or weekend appointments. I welcome all unique challenges. I enjoy seeking a collaborative partnership with each client to discover a path to navigate everyday life events and challenges.
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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.