Parenting Therapists in Hillsborough, NC
Are you having difficulty in your marriage or struggling with managing your children's behavior? Is anger is overtaking your life and your having difficulty communicating effectively or setting boundaries? Its hard to adjust to relationships as they evolve. I am here to make things easier and give you the skills to cope with the challenging times. I am a Licensed Psychological Associate and have over 25 years experience working in mental health. I can help with a variety of mental health concerns with a focus on psychological evaluations, relationship issues, anger management, parenting skills, and behavioral intervention plans.
Are you having difficulty in your marriage or struggling with managing your children's behavior? Is anger is overtaking your life and your having difficulty communicating effectively or setting boundaries? Its hard to adjust to relationships as they evolve. I am here to make things easier and give you the skills to cope with the challenging times. I am a Licensed Psychological Associate and have over 25 years experience working in mental health. I can help with a variety of mental health concerns with a focus on psychological evaluations, relationship issues, anger management, parenting skills, and behavioral intervention plans.
Claudia Shapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and families on a variety of issues, including but not limited to behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, adoption/foster care, trauma, and family stress. While I provide therapy to child and adolescent clients, I offer research-based parenting strategies for parents to support the child's treatment goals.
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and families on a variety of issues, including but not limited to behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, adoption/foster care, trauma, and family stress. While I provide therapy to child and adolescent clients, I offer research-based parenting strategies for parents to support the child's treatment goals.
Virtual Parent Coaching
PCI, Coach, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hillsborough, NC 27278 (Online Only)
Parenting in today's climate is very challenging.
I support parents who are feeling overwhelmed, tired, and frustrated by their children's behavior. My clients feel like they have tried everything - read books, listened to podcasts, and still they are shocked by their child's, tween's, or teen's behaviors. At their wit's end, my clients find that they default to yelling, taking devices, play dates, and outings away from their child in an effort for their child to behave. Some of my clients are in therapy and their therapist has encouraged them to seek out parenting support.
Parenting in today's climate is very challenging.
I support parents who are feeling overwhelmed, tired, and frustrated by their children's behavior. My clients feel like they have tried everything - read books, listened to podcasts, and still they are shocked by their child's, tween's, or teen's behaviors. At their wit's end, my clients find that they default to yelling, taking devices, play dates, and outings away from their child in an effort for their child to behave. Some of my clients are in therapy and their therapist has encouraged them to seek out parenting support.
I treat a wide range of issues, specializing in PTSD, Complex trauma (working across the gender/sex spectrum), loss, relationship difficulties, depression/anxiety, facing physical health issues, parenting concerns, and spiritual crises.
One of my goals as your therapist would be to provide a relationship of trust, respect and warmth. I want to understand your frame of reference, needs and goals, and tailor my work with you accordingly. To do this, I draw from a wide array of traditions and skills, including psychodynamic therapies, hypnosis, Cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness/meditation training, EMDR, Trauma therapy, relational work, and dream work.
I treat a wide range of issues, specializing in PTSD, Complex trauma (working across the gender/sex spectrum), loss, relationship difficulties, depression/anxiety, facing physical health issues, parenting concerns, and spiritual crises.
One of my goals as your therapist would be to provide a relationship of trust, respect and warmth. I want to understand your frame of reference, needs and goals, and tailor my work with you accordingly. To do this, I draw from a wide array of traditions and skills, including psychodynamic therapies, hypnosis, Cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness/meditation training, EMDR, Trauma therapy, relational work, and dream work.
Elizabeth Lewis Romska
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hillsborough, NC 27278
I have been a school social worker and therapist for over 22 years and have had the honor of working with people of different ages and backgrounds. I work with people of all orientations and gender identities. I am passionate about working with people affected by anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse and neglect, violence, ADHD, and parenting and relationship issues. If you are exploring this site, it is likely you are struggling with something significant in your life. Taking this initial step to explore therapy and gain insight and awareness into yourself is a brave and courageous act!
I have been a school social worker and therapist for over 22 years and have had the honor of working with people of different ages and backgrounds. I work with people of all orientations and gender identities. I am passionate about working with people affected by anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse and neglect, violence, ADHD, and parenting and relationship issues. If you are exploring this site, it is likely you are struggling with something significant in your life. Taking this initial step to explore therapy and gain insight and awareness into yourself is a brave and courageous act!
As a parent, you are hurting too.
Are you or your child feeling overwhelmed by life? Is your child disinterested or struggling in school? Do you feel misunderstood or struggle to to fit in? As a therapist with many years of experience as a school psychologist and special education teacher, I bring a unique perspective to problem solving. Personally navigating life with ADHD adds an additional layer of insight, compassion, and creativity! I can help you better understand your or your child’s challenges and needs, and find ways to address them. I would be honored to walk with you as you tackle the rough spots in your life and move more confidently towards your goals.
As a parent, you are hurting too.
Are you or your child feeling overwhelmed by life? Is your child disinterested or struggling in school? Do you feel misunderstood or struggle to to fit in? As a therapist with many years of experience as a school psychologist and special education teacher, I bring a unique perspective to problem solving. Personally navigating life with ADHD adds an additional layer of insight, compassion, and creativity! I can help you better understand your or your child’s challenges and needs, and find ways to address them. I would be honored to walk with you as you tackle the rough spots in your life and move more confidently towards your goals.
I'm comfortable working with issues such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, values clarification, domestic violence, trauma history, parenting issues, and other family or relationship dynamics.
I believe therapy should be a collaborative effort between client and therapist. While I may share some evidenced-based ideas during our sessions, only you are the expert on what works for you. My sessions will generally follow a cognitive behavioral approach, meaning that we will examine, and possibly shift, your thoughts and perspectives on life situations that are causing you enough distress to want to pursue change. Together we will form a plan of action that is the right fit for you at this point in time.
I'm comfortable working with issues such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, values clarification, domestic violence, trauma history, parenting issues, and other family or relationship dynamics.
I believe therapy should be a collaborative effort between client and therapist. While I may share some evidenced-based ideas during our sessions, only you are the expert on what works for you. My sessions will generally follow a cognitive behavioral approach, meaning that we will examine, and possibly shift, your thoughts and perspectives on life situations that are causing you enough distress to want to pursue change. Together we will form a plan of action that is the right fit for you at this point in time.
Craig Clement
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hillsborough, NC 27278
My areas of experience include relationships, dating, premarital and marriage counseling, as well as issues surrounding communication, sex, fertility, pregnancy/child-loss, and parenting.
Reaching out for help can be difficult, but seeking the support of a counselor can lead to measurable positive change, meaning, and balance in your life. My style is warm, non-judgmental, and affirming. I leave space for you to safely explore issues of concern as well as aspirations. I have experience working with individuals from all walks of life and work collaboratively with clients to help them achieve their goals. Whether you are seeking support with hard to change behaviors, a life transition, or emotional connection, deciding to enlist professional help can be a brave first step towards healing.
My areas of experience include relationships, dating, premarital and marriage counseling, as well as issues surrounding communication, sex, fertility, pregnancy/child-loss, and parenting.
Reaching out for help can be difficult, but seeking the support of a counselor can lead to measurable positive change, meaning, and balance in your life. My style is warm, non-judgmental, and affirming. I leave space for you to safely explore issues of concern as well as aspirations. I have experience working with individuals from all walks of life and work collaboratively with clients to help them achieve their goals. Whether you are seeking support with hard to change behaviors, a life transition, or emotional connection, deciding to enlist professional help can be a brave first step towards healing.
I have particular interest in relationship concerns, be that parent-child, friends, or romantic partners.
Humor, warmth, authenticity, and a commitment to social justice are the foundations of my practice. I specialize in providing support and coaching to parents seeking to make sense of, or make choices around, their parenting style; helping parents process stress or grief around their parenting experience; and supporting parents of children with trauma histories or significant behavioral challenges. I am committed to creating an affirming space for clients from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities.
I have particular interest in relationship concerns, be that parent-child, friends, or romantic partners.
Humor, warmth, authenticity, and a commitment to social justice are the foundations of my practice. I specialize in providing support and coaching to parents seeking to make sense of, or make choices around, their parenting style; helping parents process stress or grief around their parenting experience; and supporting parents of children with trauma histories or significant behavioral challenges. I am committed to creating an affirming space for clients from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities.
Zan Rafterman Derby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BCBA, LCSW-A
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NC 27278
I have seen firsthand how families can have a profound impact on their neurodiverse child's growth and development, and how that child can have a profound impact on their families. I believe in taking a holistic approach collaborating with both children and their families across different therapeutic methods to support and upliftthe lives of everyone in the family.
I have seen firsthand how families can have a profound impact on their neurodiverse child's growth and development, and how that child can have a profound impact on their families. I believe in taking a holistic approach collaborating with both children and their families across different therapeutic methods to support and upliftthe lives of everyone in the family.
Maureen Gomeringer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NC 27278
September, 2024: I have limited openings for new patients. You are welcome to contact me and I will respond about scheduling a consultation as I am able and will discuss your care needs and therapy goals. I have dedicated my 20 year long career to the premise that we must know what is possible and have capacity to do it before we can be free to choose. During my academic studies in Psychology, Philosophy, Religion, and Social Work I was introduced to the intersections of Queer and Gender theories and became ignited with the framework of knowledge, power, control, and paths to liberation, all of which continue to inform my practice.
September, 2024: I have limited openings for new patients. You are welcome to contact me and I will respond about scheduling a consultation as I am able and will discuss your care needs and therapy goals. I have dedicated my 20 year long career to the premise that we must know what is possible and have capacity to do it before we can be free to choose. During my academic studies in Psychology, Philosophy, Religion, and Social Work I was introduced to the intersections of Queer and Gender theories and became ignited with the framework of knowledge, power, control, and paths to liberation, all of which continue to inform my practice.
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I am a licensed clinical social worker and I truly look forward to working with you. It can often be an overwhelmingly difficult decision to reach out for help and I appreciate the challenges that you may face. For the past twenty years I have worked in diverse settings with individuals wanting an emotional balance in their lives, or with parents and children to strengthen their relationship, but always with the common goal: to feel better! My therapeutic approach focuses on your strengths and work towards using those strengths to make desired changes in your life.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and I truly look forward to working with you. It can often be an overwhelmingly difficult decision to reach out for help and I appreciate the challenges that you may face. For the past twenty years I have worked in diverse settings with individuals wanting an emotional balance in their lives, or with parents and children to strengthen their relationship, but always with the common goal: to feel better! My therapeutic approach focuses on your strengths and work towards using those strengths to make desired changes in your life.
Families come to me because their child or adolescent is struggling, and often times they don’t know where to begin to make things better. I work with children, teens, their parents, and young adults (up to age 25). I initially focus on learning about a person's challenges and strengths. Then, together we develop a plan for gaining mastery over difficulties, achieving goals, and ultimately reaching a child, teen, or early adult's potential. Often challenges feel overwhelming when first seeking help, but most families find initial sessions to clarify goals while also setting the stage for long-sought change.
Families come to me because their child or adolescent is struggling, and often times they don’t know where to begin to make things better. I work with children, teens, their parents, and young adults (up to age 25). I initially focus on learning about a person's challenges and strengths. Then, together we develop a plan for gaining mastery over difficulties, achieving goals, and ultimately reaching a child, teen, or early adult's potential. Often challenges feel overwhelming when first seeking help, but most families find initial sessions to clarify goals while also setting the stage for long-sought change.
Wellness Coaching offers an eclectic and flexible approach to resolving forms of impasse on multiple levels: physical, emotional and mental. Reconnecting to our own bodies, our deeper selves, our families and our community is at the heart of good health and well-being. Recovery from distress, loss and trauma should include changes that help maintain wellness and balance. I have many years experience helping others find their way and overcome obstacles in their life. I specialize in relationship issues, family systems, self-growth and psycho-spiritual wellness.
Wellness Coaching offers an eclectic and flexible approach to resolving forms of impasse on multiple levels: physical, emotional and mental. Reconnecting to our own bodies, our deeper selves, our families and our community is at the heart of good health and well-being. Recovery from distress, loss and trauma should include changes that help maintain wellness and balance. I have many years experience helping others find their way and overcome obstacles in their life. I specialize in relationship issues, family systems, self-growth and psycho-spiritual wellness.
Terry Tucker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hillsborough, NC 27278 (Online Only)
Life is not meant to journey alone. After 34 years of working in mental health, I have come to realize that compassion, understanding, guidance and acceptance are the keys to a successful therapeutic relationship. I have worked with clients experiencing many different challenges - trauma, sexual abuse, life transitions, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychosis, marriage issues, isolation and loneliness and chronic physical conditions. Whatever you are currently experiencing, I will seek to support you, serve and guide you on your unique path to healing and awareness.
Life is not meant to journey alone. After 34 years of working in mental health, I have come to realize that compassion, understanding, guidance and acceptance are the keys to a successful therapeutic relationship. I have worked with clients experiencing many different challenges - trauma, sexual abuse, life transitions, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychosis, marriage issues, isolation and loneliness and chronic physical conditions. Whatever you are currently experiencing, I will seek to support you, serve and guide you on your unique path to healing and awareness.
Frank Overton
Counselor, ThM, NCLCMHC, NCLMFT
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NC 27278 (Online Only)
Hi Thanks for taking a look at my profile- Reach out if it seems we might be able to work together in a way that would be helpful to you...I'm working only via telehealth which reduces your commute time. My clients tend to be working on being awake and aware of and attuned to and stressed by the complexity of our culture today. I work with issues of alternative sexuality, gender dysphoria, relationships in all forms including relationships that are kink friendly and/or poly. I come from an eclectic training background but use RLT and IFS more often than other modalities.
Hi Thanks for taking a look at my profile- Reach out if it seems we might be able to work together in a way that would be helpful to you...I'm working only via telehealth which reduces your commute time. My clients tend to be working on being awake and aware of and attuned to and stressed by the complexity of our culture today. I work with issues of alternative sexuality, gender dysphoria, relationships in all forms including relationships that are kink friendly and/or poly. I come from an eclectic training background but use RLT and IFS more often than other modalities.
Carla Peraza
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NC 27278 (Online Only)
Despite best efforts, the clients I work with find themselves frustrated, overwhelmed, or disheartened when trying to achieve goals, grieving a loss or navigating life’s unique challenges. They want to heal; disrupt patterns within themselves; or in relationships. Typically, they are open to the idea of “awakening” & want to feel more grounded within themselves & explore how they interact with the world. Through the lens of authentic compassion, they’re awakening or questioning our cultural conditioning that reinforces the idea that we are not enough. I create a genuine space for you to come as you are.
Despite best efforts, the clients I work with find themselves frustrated, overwhelmed, or disheartened when trying to achieve goals, grieving a loss or navigating life’s unique challenges. They want to heal; disrupt patterns within themselves; or in relationships. Typically, they are open to the idea of “awakening” & want to feel more grounded within themselves & explore how they interact with the world. Through the lens of authentic compassion, they’re awakening or questioning our cultural conditioning that reinforces the idea that we are not enough. I create a genuine space for you to come as you are.
Hello! I am so glad that you are here, the fact that you are here means you are choosing to make positive changes to your mental health! You deserve to feel heard, cared for and to know that no matter what you are working through or towards, you are enough! I have always had a desire to help others and am excited to work with you!
Hello! I am so glad that you are here, the fact that you are here means you are choosing to make positive changes to your mental health! You deserve to feel heard, cared for and to know that no matter what you are working through or towards, you are enough! I have always had a desire to help others and am excited to work with you!
Suffering draws us to consider therapy, much as it sends us to any doctor. The suffering therapy focuses on is emotional and existential (a LIFE that is out of whack). If you are considering therapy it means that you take your suffering seriously and wish to seek a more fulfilling life. You know instinctively that more is possible. I have many years of experience in helping people to develop greater strength and more fulfilling relationships.
Suffering draws us to consider therapy, much as it sends us to any doctor. The suffering therapy focuses on is emotional and existential (a LIFE that is out of whack). If you are considering therapy it means that you take your suffering seriously and wish to seek a more fulfilling life. You know instinctively that more is possible. I have many years of experience in helping people to develop greater strength and more fulfilling relationships.
My clients say that I am comfortable to talk to and easy to get to know. I can assess a situation and problem solve in an efficient and timely manner, helping you to see quick results in areas of your life that you are open to change. I have 20 plus years of experience yet am very current in my treatment approach. I look forward to meeting you, and joining with you on your self care journey.
My clients say that I am comfortable to talk to and easy to get to know. I can assess a situation and problem solve in an efficient and timely manner, helping you to see quick results in areas of your life that you are open to change. I have 20 plus years of experience yet am very current in my treatment approach. I look forward to meeting you, and joining with you on your self care journey.
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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.