Parenting Therapists in Erie, PA

Photo of Amanda Monocello, Licensed Professional Counselor in Erie, PA
Amanda Monocello
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16508  (Online Only)
Life is not an easy road to travel, so let's team up and travel together! There can be a number of things that makes someone's journey more difficult: becoming a new parent, relationship challenges, peer issues, not finding joy in the day to day, a recent traumatic event, or something from the past trying to relive in the current moment.
Life is not an easy road to travel, so let's team up and travel together! There can be a number of things that makes someone's journey more difficult: becoming a new parent, relationship challenges, peer issues, not finding joy in the day to day, a recent traumatic event, or something from the past trying to relive in the current moment.
(814) 914-9051 View (814) 914-9051
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Mark Lesniewski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16505
If you are a parent of a child with behavioral concerns, you may be feeling without hope, that there are little to no supports who understand what you are experiencing, feel lost at how you can manage these behaviors at home, and feeling defeated by all the strategies you have already tried.
I help children and young adults experiencing anxiety and behavioral issues. Anxiety is overwhelming and difficult to deal with life when we wonder when the next panic attack might happen and prevent us from doing the things we enjoy or keep us from trying new things. When I individuals and families we get right down to business. For anxiety, I’ll teach you about the physical processes of anxiety. Then explore potential triggers, and then learn about ways to stop anxiety in it’s tracks to be able to live an everyday life.
If you are a parent of a child with behavioral concerns, you may be feeling without hope, that there are little to no supports who understand what you are experiencing, feel lost at how you can manage these behaviors at home, and feeling defeated by all the strategies you have already tried.
I help children and young adults experiencing anxiety and behavioral issues. Anxiety is overwhelming and difficult to deal with life when we wonder when the next panic attack might happen and prevent us from doing the things we enjoy or keep us from trying new things. When I individuals and families we get right down to business. For anxiety, I’ll teach you about the physical processes of anxiety. Then explore potential triggers, and then learn about ways to stop anxiety in it’s tracks to be able to live an everyday life.
(814) 200-9211 View (814) 200-9211
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Penny Mechley-Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Erie, PA 16506
I am an individual therapist who treats adults and adolescents. I help clients to find an effective way to balance life's struggles with feelings of success and competence. My experience living and working overseas--in a number of other cultures--allows me to be very open to how each of us is shaped and influenced by our life experiences. I specialize in a variety of issues, including depression and anxiety, self esteem, relationship issues, parenting, family dynamics, adjustment issues, grief and loss, and trauma.
I am an individual therapist who treats adults and adolescents. I help clients to find an effective way to balance life's struggles with feelings of success and competence. My experience living and working overseas--in a number of other cultures--allows me to be very open to how each of us is shaped and influenced by our life experiences. I specialize in a variety of issues, including depression and anxiety, self esteem, relationship issues, parenting, family dynamics, adjustment issues, grief and loss, and trauma.
(814) 281-8812 View (814) 281-8812
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Casey Hubbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Erie, PA 16506
Waitlist for new clients
Are you a new parent struggling to cope with what feels like never-ending worry or sadness? Maybe everyone around you has made it seem like pregnancy and life with a newborn should be joyous and yet you feel so stuck, so worried, and possibly even struggle to get out of bed. Or, maybe you’ve been a parent for a while and things just don’t seem to be getting any better. How could anyone understand the overwhelming and scary thoughts in your head? And what if everyone thinks you’re crazy? If you’re here reading this today, maybe you’re at the point where you feel desperate to be understood in this part of your life.
Are you a new parent struggling to cope with what feels like never-ending worry or sadness? Maybe everyone around you has made it seem like pregnancy and life with a newborn should be joyous and yet you feel so stuck, so worried, and possibly even struggle to get out of bed. Or, maybe you’ve been a parent for a while and things just don’t seem to be getting any better. How could anyone understand the overwhelming and scary thoughts in your head? And what if everyone thinks you’re crazy? If you’re here reading this today, maybe you’re at the point where you feel desperate to be understood in this part of your life.
(814) 648-6479 View (814) 648-6479
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Mary Lynn Rote
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16504
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Addictions Counselor with over 30 years of counseling experience. I am the owner of ABC's of Building Better Lives Counseling, LLC. I specialize in marital and couples; depression; addictions/recovery; anxiety; bipolar disorder; stress management; unproductive communication patterns; grief, trauma/PTSD; low self-esteem; lack of fulfillment in life; spirituality; unhealthy family dynamics/ACOA; parenting related issues; confidence building; unhealthy lifestyle challenges; yoga instruction; LGBT and diversity related issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Addictions Counselor with over 30 years of counseling experience. I am the owner of ABC's of Building Better Lives Counseling, LLC. I specialize in marital and couples; depression; addictions/recovery; anxiety; bipolar disorder; stress management; unproductive communication patterns; grief, trauma/PTSD; low self-esteem; lack of fulfillment in life; spirituality; unhealthy family dynamics/ACOA; parenting related issues; confidence building; unhealthy lifestyle challenges; yoga instruction; LGBT and diversity related issues.
(814) 746-4559 View (814) 746-4559
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Sara E. French
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, BS
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16507  (Online Only)
If your facing emotional wounds or life challenges therapy may be the next healing step for you. My name is Sara French, I am experienced in treating child and adolescent issues, college planning, self esteem, anxiety, depression and grief therapy for all ages. Other primary focuses include women's issues, parent education, stress and anger management.
If your facing emotional wounds or life challenges therapy may be the next healing step for you. My name is Sara French, I am experienced in treating child and adolescent issues, college planning, self esteem, anxiety, depression and grief therapy for all ages. Other primary focuses include women's issues, parent education, stress and anger management.
(814) 662-5269 View (814) 662-5269
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Jessica Rice
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16504
I've had the privilege of treating individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, relationship issues, addiction, PTSD, and parenting and post-partum concerns.
Accepting New Clients! If you're struggling with situational stressors or old wounds that you've kept buried, therapy may be the beginning of the healing process for you. Reaching out for help can be very overwhelming at times. Therapy is about identifying strengths, changing behaviors that aren't working for us, and striving for happiness and fulfillment. It's about learning how to help yourself.
I've had the privilege of treating individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, relationship issues, addiction, PTSD, and parenting and post-partum concerns.
Accepting New Clients! If you're struggling with situational stressors or old wounds that you've kept buried, therapy may be the beginning of the healing process for you. Reaching out for help can be very overwhelming at times. Therapy is about identifying strengths, changing behaviors that aren't working for us, and striving for happiness and fulfillment. It's about learning how to help yourself.
(814) 292-1476 View (814) 292-1476
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Tammy Fitzpatrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16501  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor- licensed in Pennsylvania with over 17 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns; such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced trauma, addiction and abuse. My counseling style is motivational and encouraging. I believe in treating people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Motivating people to help them help themselves has provided past clients with long term success.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor- licensed in Pennsylvania with over 17 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns; such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced trauma, addiction and abuse. My counseling style is motivational and encouraging. I believe in treating people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Motivating people to help them help themselves has provided past clients with long term success.
(272) 282-4818 View (272) 282-4818
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Monique Sheppard
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16501  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in Pennsylvania. I have experience working in the field of mental health and behavioral health since 2003. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, addiction issues, and other mental health/behavioral health issues. I also helped people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. I consider myself an eclectic psychotherapist. I believe that no one individual is the same as another, therefore treatment should be personalized.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in Pennsylvania. I have experience working in the field of mental health and behavioral health since 2003. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, addiction issues, and other mental health/behavioral health issues. I also helped people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. I consider myself an eclectic psychotherapist. I believe that no one individual is the same as another, therefore treatment should be personalized.
(570) 514-4991 View (570) 514-4991
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Larkin Berkley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Erie, PA 16502  (Online Only)
I work with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship stress, parenting, ADHD, identity exploration, assertive communication, self-esteem, and grief.
Asking for help or support can be scary. Making that step to get therapy takes a great deal of strength. Therapy gives people the opportunity to develop effective and healthy responses to life's stressors. I work to create a safe holding environment to allow you to feel comfortable being yourself. I work with clients to help them develop awareness over their behaviors, thoughts, patterns, and feelings. I like to get to the source rather than just focus on the symptoms.
I work with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship stress, parenting, ADHD, identity exploration, assertive communication, self-esteem, and grief.
Asking for help or support can be scary. Making that step to get therapy takes a great deal of strength. Therapy gives people the opportunity to develop effective and healthy responses to life's stressors. I work to create a safe holding environment to allow you to feel comfortable being yourself. I work with clients to help them develop awareness over their behaviors, thoughts, patterns, and feelings. I like to get to the source rather than just focus on the symptoms.
(610) 580-2424 View (610) 580-2424
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Serenity Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16509  (Online Only)
Getting to the root of your pain: learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events, takes a mindfulness that I will help you develop. I have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Academic. My approach is to work with my client's strengths; help them develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works for them in obtaining their goals. I also have associates through my group Serenity Psychotherapy LLC to provide the best match for you.
Getting to the root of your pain: learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events, takes a mindfulness that I will help you develop. I have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Academic. My approach is to work with my client's strengths; help them develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works for them in obtaining their goals. I also have associates through my group Serenity Psychotherapy LLC to provide the best match for you.
(484) 282-3047 View (484) 282-3047
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Serenity Psychotherapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16510  (Online Only)
Everyone struggles at times, and there should be no shame in asking for help. This is why we started Serenity Psychotherapy with a core belief that everybody should have access to professional mental health services and dedicated health care professionals anywhere in the world. With our national teletherapy sessions, we seek to help individuals, families, couples, and children with all the tools and therapy sessions they may need to live happier lives. Here at Serenity Psychotherapy, we have an array of therapists with various specializations, such as depression, anxiety, relationship, substance abuse, and parenting problems.
Everyone struggles at times, and there should be no shame in asking for help. This is why we started Serenity Psychotherapy with a core belief that everybody should have access to professional mental health services and dedicated health care professionals anywhere in the world. With our national teletherapy sessions, we seek to help individuals, families, couples, and children with all the tools and therapy sessions they may need to live happier lives. Here at Serenity Psychotherapy, we have an array of therapists with various specializations, such as depression, anxiety, relationship, substance abuse, and parenting problems.
(610) 510-6360 View (610) 510-6360
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Katie Shaw
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16503
I help women experiencing the major transitions in life and can work with you to develop self-compassion and to find a better path forward. My specialties include reproductive mental health (pregnancy and postpartum support, infertility, reproductive grief and loss, early parenting support, and reproductive trauma), depression and anxiety, adjustment stress, and mood symptoms.
I help women experiencing the major transitions in life and can work with you to develop self-compassion and to find a better path forward. My specialties include reproductive mental health (pregnancy and postpartum support, infertility, reproductive grief and loss, early parenting support, and reproductive trauma), depression and anxiety, adjustment stress, and mood symptoms.
(412) 419-3321 View (412) 419-3321
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Landmark Counseling- Sandra Davis, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16501  (Online Only)
My ideal clients are adults, adolescents, or families who are seeking a positive change in their lives. My specialties and passion for counseling include anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and parenting challenges. I am experienced in substance use counseling, as well as working with family conflict and transitions. I consider myself a guest on your journey to strength and wellness, and I look forward to working together to meet your goals.
My ideal clients are adults, adolescents, or families who are seeking a positive change in their lives. My specialties and passion for counseling include anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and parenting challenges. I am experienced in substance use counseling, as well as working with family conflict and transitions. I consider myself a guest on your journey to strength and wellness, and I look forward to working together to meet your goals.
(412) 274-0474 View (412) 274-0474
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Erica K. Blasic
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Erie, PA 16509
Feeling frustrated? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Not sure how to engage effectively with your children? Whether it is school/peer anxiety, relationship issues, parent/child/sibling conflict, or something completely different, I welcome the opportunity to help children, teens, and adults work through life's challenges. I will help to highlight focus areas and to identify smaller steps to make the process feel manageable as you work toward your goal.
Feeling frustrated? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Not sure how to engage effectively with your children? Whether it is school/peer anxiety, relationship issues, parent/child/sibling conflict, or something completely different, I welcome the opportunity to help children, teens, and adults work through life's challenges. I will help to highlight focus areas and to identify smaller steps to make the process feel manageable as you work toward your goal.
(336) 864-6433 View (336) 864-6433
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Conor Dawley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Erie, PA 16506
Do you find yourself facing challenges in your life that seem insurmountable? Are you seeking support, guidance, and understanding to help you navigate through difficult times? I'm Conor, a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience in working in mental health in the Erie area since 2007. I've dedicated my career to helping individuals like you find hope, healing, and resilience through various life transitions and adversities.
Do you find yourself facing challenges in your life that seem insurmountable? Are you seeking support, guidance, and understanding to help you navigate through difficult times? I'm Conor, a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience in working in mental health in the Erie area since 2007. I've dedicated my career to helping individuals like you find hope, healing, and resilience through various life transitions and adversities.
(814) 752-5655 View (814) 752-5655
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Caitlin Lovey
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16510  (Online Only)
Do you every feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, or have low self-esteem? Does it affect the relationships around you? I help teens and adults work on strengthening relationships, emotional regulation as well as enhancing social/coping skills. We will work together through this journey of overcoming barriers and empowering yourself in making positive changes. We will use a humanistic approach to therapy that focuses on you as a person and how we can maximize your potential. Together we can build a good therapeutic relationship, identify barriers, and learn new skills/develop a treatment journey that works best for you.
Do you every feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, or have low self-esteem? Does it affect the relationships around you? I help teens and adults work on strengthening relationships, emotional regulation as well as enhancing social/coping skills. We will work together through this journey of overcoming barriers and empowering yourself in making positive changes. We will use a humanistic approach to therapy that focuses on you as a person and how we can maximize your potential. Together we can build a good therapeutic relationship, identify barriers, and learn new skills/develop a treatment journey that works best for you.
(814) 637-3758 View (814) 637-3758
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Joseph Wall
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16501  (Online Only)
Hi I am Joseph Wall, I am a LPC ( Licensed Professional Counselor) in PA and VA as well as a LMFT ( Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) In Virginia .
Hi I am Joseph Wall, I am a LPC ( Licensed Professional Counselor) in PA and VA as well as a LMFT ( Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) In Virginia .
(484) 310-7033 View (484) 310-7033
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Meredith Seltzer
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16501  (Online Only)
Today's world offers many challenges for individuals, families, and couples a like. Just like adults, teens can be under extreme stress, which takes its toll on their mental and emotional well-being. The stress can come from, the pressure to perform well in school/sports/activities, family, or from their own friendship/dating relationships. I also work with adults suffering from similar issues, as well as, stress due to family/relationship conflicts, job/career, etc. When I work with couples, they learn how to communicate more effectively with each other through practice with me and without me.
Today's world offers many challenges for individuals, families, and couples a like. Just like adults, teens can be under extreme stress, which takes its toll on their mental and emotional well-being. The stress can come from, the pressure to perform well in school/sports/activities, family, or from their own friendship/dating relationships. I also work with adults suffering from similar issues, as well as, stress due to family/relationship conflicts, job/career, etc. When I work with couples, they learn how to communicate more effectively with each other through practice with me and without me.
(610) 795-5216 View (610) 795-5216
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SMF Therapy and Consultation Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16501  (Online Only)
Hii.. My name is Samantha and I specialize in treatment for children, adolescents and families. My exposure to varied aspects of Behavioral Health, allows me to better understand appropriate levels of care and interventions necessary for support from intake to discharge. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), which is used with individuals to process past trauma. I have worked intensively with families in the home, school and community setting to help support the identified goals/objectives
Hii.. My name is Samantha and I specialize in treatment for children, adolescents and families. My exposure to varied aspects of Behavioral Health, allows me to better understand appropriate levels of care and interventions necessary for support from intake to discharge. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), which is used with individuals to process past trauma. I have worked intensively with families in the home, school and community setting to help support the identified goals/objectives
(484) 509-9154 View (484) 509-9154
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.