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Tabitha M Chapman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, PCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92590  (Online Only)
In a world where daily headlines can feel more like plot twists in a sci-fi series, it's no wonder even the best of us find ourselves a bit lost in the shuffle. It’s 2024 – the year we've mastered TikTok dances and adapted to 'new normals,' and yet, here we are, still trying to untangle the headphone cords of our emotional well-being. But guess what? You’re not alone! I’m here, your friendly neighborhood therapist, skilled in empathy, experienced, and full of practical strategies to guide you back to a place of joy and balance. I specialize in parenting, working with victims of coercive control and people with everyday struggles.
In a world where daily headlines can feel more like plot twists in a sci-fi series, it's no wonder even the best of us find ourselves a bit lost in the shuffle. It’s 2024 – the year we've mastered TikTok dances and adapted to 'new normals,' and yet, here we are, still trying to untangle the headphone cords of our emotional well-being. But guess what? You’re not alone! I’m here, your friendly neighborhood therapist, skilled in empathy, experienced, and full of practical strategies to guide you back to a place of joy and balance. I specialize in parenting, working with victims of coercive control and people with everyday struggles.
(951) 215-7212 View (951) 215-7212
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Laura Christofferson Celnar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92589  (Online Only)
I work with children and young adolescents struggling with anxiety, stress, or managing their emotions. I also provide therapy for parents who are in need of support around parenting, anxiety, depression, and/or their own childhood trauma.
I work with children and young adolescents struggling with anxiety, stress, or managing their emotions. I also provide therapy for parents who are in need of support around parenting, anxiety, depression, and/or their own childhood trauma.
(619) 367-9515 View (619) 367-9515
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Amy Bacani
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92590
Parent consultations are also available.
Do you feel that you've tried everything, but just aren't feeling satisfied with your life? Are you feeling "stuck?" Does it look like you have the perfect life from the outside, but you aren't truly enjoying it? In today's busy, rushed, "connected" world, we can often feel alone with our most intimate struggles, and even disconnected from ourselves. Therapy with a caring and attentive professional can allow you to explore your thoughts and feelings in a deeper way, allowing discovery of new perspectives and choices along the way.
Parent consultations are also available.
Do you feel that you've tried everything, but just aren't feeling satisfied with your life? Are you feeling "stuck?" Does it look like you have the perfect life from the outside, but you aren't truly enjoying it? In today's busy, rushed, "connected" world, we can often feel alone with our most intimate struggles, and even disconnected from ourselves. Therapy with a caring and attentive professional can allow you to explore your thoughts and feelings in a deeper way, allowing discovery of new perspectives and choices along the way.
(951) 290-0360 View (951) 290-0360
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Novell & Novell Counseling Services, Inc
LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92591
We have been one of the leading groups of mental health professionals in Southwest Riverside since 1990. We have become a valuable resource to the community through our many outpatient services, outreach and educational programs. The focus of our practice is on individual, couples and family therapy. However, other expertise and services include play therapy, attachment therapy, group therapy, and co-parenting. From our Support Staff, to our multidisciplinary team of clinicians, we have continued to create a safe and secure office environment where our clients feel comfortable, supported and engaged.
We have been one of the leading groups of mental health professionals in Southwest Riverside since 1990. We have become a valuable resource to the community through our many outpatient services, outreach and educational programs. The focus of our practice is on individual, couples and family therapy. However, other expertise and services include play therapy, attachment therapy, group therapy, and co-parenting. From our Support Staff, to our multidisciplinary team of clinicians, we have continued to create a safe and secure office environment where our clients feel comfortable, supported and engaged.
(951) 338-9907 View (951) 338-9907
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Sunni Van Waardenburg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS , LMFT
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92590  (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Sunni and I am a Licensed Marriage, Family Therapist. I provide therapy services for all ages. I have extended experience working with children, adolescents, and families providing individual, family, collateral, and parenting support. I genuinely care about helping my patients' grow and tailor each patient's treatment to their specific needs and strengths. I continue to attend workshops and trainings to add to my knowledge and grow as a professional.
Hi! My name is Sunni and I am a Licensed Marriage, Family Therapist. I provide therapy services for all ages. I have extended experience working with children, adolescents, and families providing individual, family, collateral, and parenting support. I genuinely care about helping my patients' grow and tailor each patient's treatment to their specific needs and strengths. I continue to attend workshops and trainings to add to my knowledge and grow as a professional.
(951) 447-8968 View (951) 447-8968
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Sage Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92590
I have an expertise in teaching Parenting skills for children of all ages.
I believe that finding the right therapist is imperative to the treatment process. I have a unique way of connecting with others and helping clients make changes in their lives that give them the opportunity to live life to their fullest potential. My mission at Sage Counseling is to promote your optimum well-being, help you achieve balance in your relationships and to be a 'change agent' by teaching you therapeutic skills and tools to improve your life. I take an integrative approach to your mental health by not only focusing on traditional talk therapy but integrating nutritional psychology and mindfulness/meditation as well
I have an expertise in teaching Parenting skills for children of all ages.
I believe that finding the right therapist is imperative to the treatment process. I have a unique way of connecting with others and helping clients make changes in their lives that give them the opportunity to live life to their fullest potential. My mission at Sage Counseling is to promote your optimum well-being, help you achieve balance in your relationships and to be a 'change agent' by teaching you therapeutic skills and tools to improve your life. I take an integrative approach to your mental health by not only focusing on traditional talk therapy but integrating nutritional psychology and mindfulness/meditation as well
(951) 383-3152 View (951) 383-3152
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Roxana Alas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92590  (Online Only)
I have 13 years of experience working with various populations in specialized areas including foster care/adoptions, PTSD, trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, parenting, crisis intervention, addiction, and grief and loss.
Life can be challenging at times, influenced by events that can cause lingering symptoms. These can include anxiety, depression, and grief and loss among other symptoms that can affect your daily living. Together we can work on building on your strengths and improving your overall well-being. By utilizing different modalities, coping techniques such as mindfulness, grounding/thought-stopping deep breathing, and relaxation skills, it will assist in decreasing the intensity and severity of they symptoms.
I have 13 years of experience working with various populations in specialized areas including foster care/adoptions, PTSD, trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, parenting, crisis intervention, addiction, and grief and loss.
Life can be challenging at times, influenced by events that can cause lingering symptoms. These can include anxiety, depression, and grief and loss among other symptoms that can affect your daily living. Together we can work on building on your strengths and improving your overall well-being. By utilizing different modalities, coping techniques such as mindfulness, grounding/thought-stopping deep breathing, and relaxation skills, it will assist in decreasing the intensity and severity of they symptoms.
(951) 396-4869 View (951) 396-4869
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Mike Sebourn
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA , AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92590
While I specialize in relationships and effective communication strategies I have experience working with many different types of mental health challenges like: grief and loss, military family life and resilience, anxiety and depression, parenting, sex and sexuality,.
Searching for a therapist that is trained and knowledgeable as well as a good fit for you can be challenging. This is why it is my first objective to create the kind of environment and experience that elevates your ability to be comfortable and feel free to explore the depths of you and your relationships. Whether you have something specific to achieve or desire to find solutions to a myriad of discontentment, psychotherapy can be the most valuable place to start.
While I specialize in relationships and effective communication strategies I have experience working with many different types of mental health challenges like: grief and loss, military family life and resilience, anxiety and depression, parenting, sex and sexuality,.
Searching for a therapist that is trained and knowledgeable as well as a good fit for you can be challenging. This is why it is my first objective to create the kind of environment and experience that elevates your ability to be comfortable and feel free to explore the depths of you and your relationships. Whether you have something specific to achieve or desire to find solutions to a myriad of discontentment, psychotherapy can be the most valuable place to start.
(909) 304-2851 View (909) 304-2851
Photo of Rochelle Whitson, Marriage & Family Therapist in Temecula, CA
Rochelle Whitson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92592
Let me help you "Design Your Life!" We tend to design certain parts of our lives, maybe where we're going to live, or what kind of job we want to have. But when it comes to the most important things: relationships, marriages, parenting, and our own happiness, we often tend to just land where we land. Then we wonder why we are not happy or why things are not working out the way we had hoped. My goal is to help you get in the "driver's seat" of your life, to find true fulfillment, to "Design Your Life."
Let me help you "Design Your Life!" We tend to design certain parts of our lives, maybe where we're going to live, or what kind of job we want to have. But when it comes to the most important things: relationships, marriages, parenting, and our own happiness, we often tend to just land where we land. Then we wonder why we are not happy or why things are not working out the way we had hoped. My goal is to help you get in the "driver's seat" of your life, to find true fulfillment, to "Design Your Life."
(951) 338-9203 View (951) 338-9203
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Angela Austin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92592  (Online Only)
Welcome to Positive Mind Counseling! I'm Angie and I am glad you found me. I am excited to start this journey with you. First thing, Positive Mind Counseling is a virtual private practice working with clients residing anywhere in California. I enjoy helping everyone, but my specialties include working with those struggling with relationship issues, PTSD, postpartum depression, parenting, depression, anger and anxiety. If you want to explore more of my background, and you think we might be a great fit, you can find out more by visiting www.positivemindcounseling.net. I hope we can connect soon!
Welcome to Positive Mind Counseling! I'm Angie and I am glad you found me. I am excited to start this journey with you. First thing, Positive Mind Counseling is a virtual private practice working with clients residing anywhere in California. I enjoy helping everyone, but my specialties include working with those struggling with relationship issues, PTSD, postpartum depression, parenting, depression, anger and anxiety. If you want to explore more of my background, and you think we might be a great fit, you can find out more by visiting www.positivemindcounseling.net. I hope we can connect soon!
(951) 338-5867 View (951) 338-5867
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Celeste Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92590
Therapy is a vulnerable space, and one of my primary focuses is providing clients with a safe place where they feel seen, heard, valued and where their concerns can be explored with curiosity and empathy. I work with clients, of various ages, to address a variety of concerns including unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting, and life transitions by building on the client's strengths and resilience. My approach to therapy is relational and client-centered.
Therapy is a vulnerable space, and one of my primary focuses is providing clients with a safe place where they feel seen, heard, valued and where their concerns can be explored with curiosity and empathy. I work with clients, of various ages, to address a variety of concerns including unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting, and life transitions by building on the client's strengths and resilience. My approach to therapy is relational and client-centered.
(951) 724-5704 View (951) 724-5704
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Dr. Dojuana D Hairston
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92591
Offering Social Skills and DBT groups! Are you feeling misunderstood? Confused? Judged? Are you a teenager needing a voice? Any sexual or gender identity concerns? Are you a parent needing a few more tools to better manage the family? Do you need support communicating with your child/family? Individual or family therapy is an effective avenue in which to explore such issues openly without judgment. I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist with much experience working with children, adults and their families. I am comfortable exploring touchy subjects with an open mind and no judgments!
Offering Social Skills and DBT groups! Are you feeling misunderstood? Confused? Judged? Are you a teenager needing a voice? Any sexual or gender identity concerns? Are you a parent needing a few more tools to better manage the family? Do you need support communicating with your child/family? Individual or family therapy is an effective avenue in which to explore such issues openly without judgment. I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist with much experience working with children, adults and their families. I am comfortable exploring touchy subjects with an open mind and no judgments!
(949) 287-8973 View (949) 287-8973
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Susie Gonsalves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92592
Through coaching, rediscover your sense of self and others! (Transitions welcome: Divorce, Mid-Life Slump, Loss, Career Shift, Parenting, Location Change, Empty Nesting) PRE/POST NATAL THERAPY: This is a unique and incredible time; discover what counseling can provide.
CONCERNED THAT LIFE MAY NEVER IMPROVE, OR THAT YOUR SYMPTOMS ARE HERE TO STAY? Learn meaningful strategies to generate lasting interpersonal and familial change. FINALLY! Embrace a balanced life defined by self acceptance and success in managing life's pressures. I help families and individuals gain control, and effectively manage symptoms and stressful life events. Together we move toward an empowered, harmonious, and insightful life course. My company offers bilingual services, weekend appointments and makes each interaction client centered. CALL FOR A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION!!
Through coaching, rediscover your sense of self and others! (Transitions welcome: Divorce, Mid-Life Slump, Loss, Career Shift, Parenting, Location Change, Empty Nesting) PRE/POST NATAL THERAPY: This is a unique and incredible time; discover what counseling can provide.
CONCERNED THAT LIFE MAY NEVER IMPROVE, OR THAT YOUR SYMPTOMS ARE HERE TO STAY? Learn meaningful strategies to generate lasting interpersonal and familial change. FINALLY! Embrace a balanced life defined by self acceptance and success in managing life's pressures. I help families and individuals gain control, and effectively manage symptoms and stressful life events. Together we move toward an empowered, harmonious, and insightful life course. My company offers bilingual services, weekend appointments and makes each interaction client centered. CALL FOR A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION!!
(951) 290-0473 View (951) 290-0473
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John Lucas, Lighthouse Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92590
LOVE YOURSELF MORE!!!!!!! To me that is the key to better living! If every word and action was based on that principle our lives would run great!! I am a Christian therapist who works mostly with couples issues, adolescents and individual growth. I strive to give tools to deal with conflict, communication, parenting and anger. I started my practice dealing with children, but now most of my work is helping adolescents and adults with all kinds of relational issues. I have been married thirty two years and have five children ages twenty-three to thirteen .
LOVE YOURSELF MORE!!!!!!! To me that is the key to better living! If every word and action was based on that principle our lives would run great!! I am a Christian therapist who works mostly with couples issues, adolescents and individual growth. I strive to give tools to deal with conflict, communication, parenting and anger. I started my practice dealing with children, but now most of my work is helping adolescents and adults with all kinds of relational issues. I have been married thirty two years and have five children ages twenty-three to thirteen .
(951) 291-0442 View (951) 291-0442
Photo of Sheri R. Curtis, Ph.D., Psychologist in Temecula, CA
Sheri R. Curtis, Ph.D.
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92590
"What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." This Emerson quote resonates with me because although people have endured very painful events in their lives and may face difficult days ahead, the strength of the human spirit never ceases to amaze me with its resiliency. When people enter into treatment, I consider it a privilege to help them through difficult times in their lives. Whether the problem is a personal, marital, or parenting difficulty, I meet them where they are at and work alongside them to increase awareness, personal empowerment, and life satisfaction.
"What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." This Emerson quote resonates with me because although people have endured very painful events in their lives and may face difficult days ahead, the strength of the human spirit never ceases to amaze me with its resiliency. When people enter into treatment, I consider it a privilege to help them through difficult times in their lives. Whether the problem is a personal, marital, or parenting difficulty, I meet them where they are at and work alongside them to increase awareness, personal empowerment, and life satisfaction.
(951) 338-9639 View (951) 338-9639
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Amy Leigh Fernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92590
I offer positive, respectful, gentle parenting insights that are evidence-based and attachment-focused.
Hey there! Deciding to start the journey of therapy is something people come to for so many reasons. To heal trauma. To grieve. To vent. To find the way through a huge life transition. To discover who they are. To learn better ways to cope. To find a way to become un-stuck when things just aren’t working. It is about sitting through feelings in a safe space where you can develop new patterns and experience emotional wellness and healing. I practice from a variety of theoretical frameworks, drawing on aspects of Cognitive-Behavioral and Psychodynamic approaches through a trauma-informed lens.
I offer positive, respectful, gentle parenting insights that are evidence-based and attachment-focused.
Hey there! Deciding to start the journey of therapy is something people come to for so many reasons. To heal trauma. To grieve. To vent. To find the way through a huge life transition. To discover who they are. To learn better ways to cope. To find a way to become un-stuck when things just aren’t working. It is about sitting through feelings in a safe space where you can develop new patterns and experience emotional wellness and healing. I practice from a variety of theoretical frameworks, drawing on aspects of Cognitive-Behavioral and Psychodynamic approaches through a trauma-informed lens.
(951) 447-8926 View (951) 447-8926
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Lianne Watkins
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92589  (Online Only)
I specialize in EMDR therapy, individual therapy, couples therapy, court-ordered co-parenting therapy.
Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and healing is a courageous step, and I'm here to support you every step of the way. As a therapist, my approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and tailored strategies to address your unique challenges. Whether you're facing relationship struggles, seeking personal growth, or navigating life transitions, my goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space where we can explore and overcome obstacles together. Let's embark on a path toward positive change and empowerment. Your well-being is my priority, and I look forward to helping you navigate life's complexities with resilience.
I specialize in EMDR therapy, individual therapy, couples therapy, court-ordered co-parenting therapy.
Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and healing is a courageous step, and I'm here to support you every step of the way. As a therapist, my approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and tailored strategies to address your unique challenges. Whether you're facing relationship struggles, seeking personal growth, or navigating life transitions, my goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space where we can explore and overcome obstacles together. Let's embark on a path toward positive change and empowerment. Your well-being is my priority, and I look forward to helping you navigate life's complexities with resilience.
(951) 651-0771 View (951) 651-0771
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Rebecca Heisler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92591
Life is relationship. People come to therapy because their relationships seem strained: You feel misunderstood by your partner, fights increasing, the distance between you growing. You're not on the same page parenting the kids. There are fewer "good times." You feel alone. You crave a renewing, loving relationship, more family harmony. Perhaps you have not succeeded in creating the fulfilling relationship you desire and suffer in its absence, flying solo- anxious, depressed, bored. Can't relax, overwhelmed by your job. The therapeutic work we do together can help you overcome these challenges, building more satisfying, loving relationships, a better fitting life.
Life is relationship. People come to therapy because their relationships seem strained: You feel misunderstood by your partner, fights increasing, the distance between you growing. You're not on the same page parenting the kids. There are fewer "good times." You feel alone. You crave a renewing, loving relationship, more family harmony. Perhaps you have not succeeded in creating the fulfilling relationship you desire and suffer in its absence, flying solo- anxious, depressed, bored. Can't relax, overwhelmed by your job. The therapeutic work we do together can help you overcome these challenges, building more satisfying, loving relationships, a better fitting life.
(619) 383-1957 View (619) 383-1957
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Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92590
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
(424) 397-2567 View (424) 397-2567
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Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92590
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
(424) 397-2761 View (424) 397-2761
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.