Parenting Therapists in West Chester, PA

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Just A Little Help
MA, CAADC, BSL, CPDE
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
Combining my counseling/coaching experience, parenting training certification, and behavior management specialty, I have a unique and stacked approach treating behaviors that create obstacles to serenity and joy for yourself and your family.
I have 25 years and an array of experience coaching, counseling and teaching in the areas of addiction, mental health, behavior issues with children, and parenting. I believe in people and the ability to grow. I have a warm and compassionate approach and find laughter as one of the greatest healers. I believe we should be enjoying our lives but sometimes that is difficult. My overall goal is to help clients enjoy a full and happy life.
Combining my counseling/coaching experience, parenting training certification, and behavior management specialty, I have a unique and stacked approach treating behaviors that create obstacles to serenity and joy for yourself and your family.
I have 25 years and an array of experience coaching, counseling and teaching in the areas of addiction, mental health, behavior issues with children, and parenting. I believe in people and the ability to grow. I have a warm and compassionate approach and find laughter as one of the greatest healers. I believe we should be enjoying our lives but sometimes that is difficult. My overall goal is to help clients enjoy a full and happy life.
(610) 624-2175 View (610) 624-2175
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Meredith Watkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, HHC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
Having an eating disorder can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to control your life. I help you or your teenager understand the function their eating disorder has played in their life, and how to create a healthier way to move forward, free of the eating disorder’s rules and fears. When working with teens, I also help parents better understand their child’s experience and how best to support them. While I specialize in eating disorders, I also support clients through parenting, divorce, career transitions, and managing the stressors of everyday life, including break-ups and the often-tricky transition into adulthood.
Having an eating disorder can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to control your life. I help you or your teenager understand the function their eating disorder has played in their life, and how to create a healthier way to move forward, free of the eating disorder’s rules and fears. When working with teens, I also help parents better understand their child’s experience and how best to support them. While I specialize in eating disorders, I also support clients through parenting, divorce, career transitions, and managing the stressors of everyday life, including break-ups and the often-tricky transition into adulthood.
(484) 559-6707 View (484) 559-6707
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Sara Watt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382
Feelings are sensations expressed through the body and as we learn to turn our attention there, we can (re)parent the little one to reclaim and love all the parts.
If you are struggling at home with power struggles, tantrums, big emotions feeling out of control, or an event has occurred where you want extra support, I am here to meet you where you are. All parts are welcome no matter how big or small they feel. I believe that the heart can guide us if we turn toward it to give it love. The body holds innate wisdom of unconditional love and acceptance within. I am here to walk with you on your journey home to yourself. We offer in person appointments in West Chester, PA and Telemental Health for Colorado. I am licensed in both states.
Feelings are sensations expressed through the body and as we learn to turn our attention there, we can (re)parent the little one to reclaim and love all the parts.
If you are struggling at home with power struggles, tantrums, big emotions feeling out of control, or an event has occurred where you want extra support, I am here to meet you where you are. All parts are welcome no matter how big or small they feel. I believe that the heart can guide us if we turn toward it to give it love. The body holds innate wisdom of unconditional love and acceptance within. I am here to walk with you on your journey home to yourself. We offer in person appointments in West Chester, PA and Telemental Health for Colorado. I am licensed in both states.
(215) 515-4922 View (215) 515-4922
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Jessica McMaster
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382  (Online Only)
I currently see adults with a variety of issues some of which include: life transitional struggles, stress, anxiety, depression, parenting issues.
Hi there! I want to personally welcome you to the journey. I deeply believe that therapy is an intimate journey into the self. I followed my own inner calling to become a therapist and am honored to be able to do this work. I have a firm belief that experiencing life without developing your own meaning, being your most authentic self, and practicing presence daily is quite fruitless, joyless, and confusing. I help my clients move past their fears and get moving on their goals to be their best version of their best selves to live a more balance authentic life.
I currently see adults with a variety of issues some of which include: life transitional struggles, stress, anxiety, depression, parenting issues.
Hi there! I want to personally welcome you to the journey. I deeply believe that therapy is an intimate journey into the self. I followed my own inner calling to become a therapist and am honored to be able to do this work. I have a firm belief that experiencing life without developing your own meaning, being your most authentic self, and practicing presence daily is quite fruitless, joyless, and confusing. I help my clients move past their fears and get moving on their goals to be their best version of their best selves to live a more balance authentic life.
(484) 229-6736 View (484) 229-6736
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Jeanne Matucheski
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382  (Online Only)
Parents of children with special needs are often misunderstood, and for over a decade I have been their advocates in the healthcare industry. I have over seventeen years of experience in various aspects of mental health, and for the last decade has been helping parents of children with special needs. I have a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology and is a Licensed Professional Counselor. I am also the parent of four children with special needs. With a work history including residential treatment, outpatient, and community based mental health, I bring a wealth of clinical knowledge to my profession.
Parents of children with special needs are often misunderstood, and for over a decade I have been their advocates in the healthcare industry. I have over seventeen years of experience in various aspects of mental health, and for the last decade has been helping parents of children with special needs. I have a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology and is a Licensed Professional Counselor. I am also the parent of four children with special needs. With a work history including residential treatment, outpatient, and community based mental health, I bring a wealth of clinical knowledge to my profession.
(412) 991-2547 View (412) 991-2547
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Jeffrey S Selman
Psychologist, PsyD, BCBA-D
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382
My name is Dr. Jeff Selman and I am a licensed psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and a certified school psychologist. I offer evidence-based psychological services to individuals across the lifespan and their families. These services include Autism and ADHD assessment, individual and family therapy, parent behavior management training and coaching, and consultation and training for schools and community agencies. My approach is grounded in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and behavior therapy, and my sessions tend to be active, collaborative, goal-oriented, and engaging.
My name is Dr. Jeff Selman and I am a licensed psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and a certified school psychologist. I offer evidence-based psychological services to individuals across the lifespan and their families. These services include Autism and ADHD assessment, individual and family therapy, parent behavior management training and coaching, and consultation and training for schools and community agencies. My approach is grounded in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and behavior therapy, and my sessions tend to be active, collaborative, goal-oriented, and engaging.
(484) 276-1633 View (484) 276-1633
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reNEW You Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
There is help for you, your child, teen, young adult, and family! We passionately serve all of our clients with the goal to help them reach their highest potential. We believe in early intervention and supporting people through their feelings, thoughts, transitions, and adversities as early as possible in order to reduce the onset of more serious psychopathology in later years. We also believe in compassionately supporting the family system and educating parents on childhood development, parenting strategies, healthier ways to manage their own emotions, breaking generational trauma, and learn healthier communication and connection.
There is help for you, your child, teen, young adult, and family! We passionately serve all of our clients with the goal to help them reach their highest potential. We believe in early intervention and supporting people through their feelings, thoughts, transitions, and adversities as early as possible in order to reduce the onset of more serious psychopathology in later years. We also believe in compassionately supporting the family system and educating parents on childhood development, parenting strategies, healthier ways to manage their own emotions, breaking generational trauma, and learn healthier communication and connection.
(504) 372-0954 View (504) 372-0954
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Maegan Staats
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with individuals dealing with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, self esteem, communication issues, intimacy, ADHD, OCD, and parenting.
I believe that warmth, understanding and compassion are the key to any successful and supportive therapeutic relationship and these qualities are the foundation of my practice. I have been providing counseling services to individuals, couples and families for a number of years in a variety of settings and one thing has always been the same; I learn something new from each and every client and the relationship that is built through the course of treatment is where the healing is created. I tailor my approach based on the needs of my clients and collaborate with them to identify their goals.
I have experience working with individuals dealing with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, self esteem, communication issues, intimacy, ADHD, OCD, and parenting.
I believe that warmth, understanding and compassion are the key to any successful and supportive therapeutic relationship and these qualities are the foundation of my practice. I have been providing counseling services to individuals, couples and families for a number of years in a variety of settings and one thing has always been the same; I learn something new from each and every client and the relationship that is built through the course of treatment is where the healing is created. I tailor my approach based on the needs of my clients and collaborate with them to identify their goals.
(484) 406-0187 View (484) 406-0187
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Katerina Tegeler - Handspring Health (Insurance Accepted!)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382
We offer individual therapy, family therapy, and parenting training.
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children ages 8-18 and young adults ages 18-24 who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
We offer individual therapy, family therapy, and parenting training.
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children ages 8-18 and young adults ages 18-24 who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
(484) 613-3569 View (484) 613-3569
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Sharon Kelly
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
In person and remote available. Therapy supports positive, healthy personal changes, improvement of anxiety and depression, and progress toward desired goals. Therapy helps clients improve relationships, cope with negative people or influences in their lives, and develop responsible, confident self-images. Individual Therapy, Couples or Co-Parenting Counseling and Life Coaching are available for all ages and backgrounds. The Gay St office is in the center of West Chester, near WCU and directly behind/adjacent to the Justice Center. St Peter’s office is situated along French Creek in historic St Peter's Village.
In person and remote available. Therapy supports positive, healthy personal changes, improvement of anxiety and depression, and progress toward desired goals. Therapy helps clients improve relationships, cope with negative people or influences in their lives, and develop responsible, confident self-images. Individual Therapy, Couples or Co-Parenting Counseling and Life Coaching are available for all ages and backgrounds. The Gay St office is in the center of West Chester, near WCU and directly behind/adjacent to the Justice Center. St Peter’s office is situated along French Creek in historic St Peter's Village.
(484) 602-2892 View (484) 602-2892
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Child & Adolescent Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
I believe that in this hectic world our children benefit from additional sources of support. I offer this support to children and their families. I utilize a cognitive behavioral approach, and recognize the parent as being "the expert" on their child. I provide individual and group counseling services as well as psychological evaluations.
I believe that in this hectic world our children benefit from additional sources of support. I offer this support to children and their families. I utilize a cognitive behavioral approach, and recognize the parent as being "the expert" on their child. I provide individual and group counseling services as well as psychological evaluations.
(610) 915-8634 View (610) 915-8634
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Laurie Griffith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
I am passionate about helping those experiencing body image issues, relationship and parenting challenges, trauma and PTSD, life transitions, women's issues, adverse religious experiences, and religious trauma.
Starting therapy is an act of courage and also an act of hope. I'm glad you're here! My goal in this meaningful work is to create a safe space where you will feel supported in processing your challenges and empowered in working toward resolutions. My belief is that as individuals we thrive and heal in community, and healing begins when a person feels seen, heard, and accepted. It is through this that we become our best selves. In leveraging our unique stories and experiences, we use our power to contribute to the healing and wellness of others.
I am passionate about helping those experiencing body image issues, relationship and parenting challenges, trauma and PTSD, life transitions, women's issues, adverse religious experiences, and religious trauma.
Starting therapy is an act of courage and also an act of hope. I'm glad you're here! My goal in this meaningful work is to create a safe space where you will feel supported in processing your challenges and empowered in working toward resolutions. My belief is that as individuals we thrive and heal in community, and healing begins when a person feels seen, heard, and accepted. It is through this that we become our best selves. In leveraging our unique stories and experiences, we use our power to contribute to the healing and wellness of others.
(484) 799-9266 View (484) 799-9266
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Welsley Brutto
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382
I can help you enhance relationships, rebuild wounded relationship, improve communication, process grief, move through transitions, navigate parenting struggles, or adjust to an empty nest.
There are times we can become stuck in life's challenges. We find ourselves discouraged knowing how we would like things to be or how we would like to feel but find ourselves unable to navigate the best course. I enjoy helping clients navigate such challenges and develop a greater understanding of themselves while focusing on goals.
I can help you enhance relationships, rebuild wounded relationship, improve communication, process grief, move through transitions, navigate parenting struggles, or adjust to an empty nest.
There are times we can become stuck in life's challenges. We find ourselves discouraged knowing how we would like things to be or how we would like to feel but find ourselves unable to navigate the best course. I enjoy helping clients navigate such challenges and develop a greater understanding of themselves while focusing on goals.
(610) 365-7994 View (610) 365-7994
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Tracey Dugan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382  (Online Only)
I have been working in the area of perinatal depression and anxiety, trauma, breastfeeding, parenting, NICU, pregnancy and infant loss, grief and infertility since 1987.
My clients are primarily parents who are experiencing perinatal depression, anxiety and trauma or who have experienced a miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss, and/or pregnancy complications. Their goal is to feel better as soon as possible. They need an experienced, confident and caring therapist who knows how to help them in their distress. My clients are looking for someone that can teach them skills that they can use both now and for the rest of their lives. I am licensed in both PA and NJ.
I have been working in the area of perinatal depression and anxiety, trauma, breastfeeding, parenting, NICU, pregnancy and infant loss, grief and infertility since 1987.
My clients are primarily parents who are experiencing perinatal depression, anxiety and trauma or who have experienced a miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss, and/or pregnancy complications. Their goal is to feel better as soon as possible. They need an experienced, confident and caring therapist who knows how to help them in their distress. My clients are looking for someone that can teach them skills that they can use both now and for the rest of their lives. I am licensed in both PA and NJ.
(484) 271-0533 View (484) 271-0533
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Courtney Lott
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19382  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome to my bio. A little bit about me, I have a Master's Degree Couple and Family Therapy and I have worked with a variety of clients with a wide range of concerns. Some concerns include but are not limited to: depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, trauma, grief, life transitions, ADHD, relationship issues, parenting, self-esteem, and women’s issues. As a standard practice, I approach the therapeutic relationship with an acute sensitivity and respect for multi/cross-cultural factors and influence.
Hello and welcome to my bio. A little bit about me, I have a Master's Degree Couple and Family Therapy and I have worked with a variety of clients with a wide range of concerns. Some concerns include but are not limited to: depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, trauma, grief, life transitions, ADHD, relationship issues, parenting, self-esteem, and women’s issues. As a standard practice, I approach the therapeutic relationship with an acute sensitivity and respect for multi/cross-cultural factors and influence.
(215) 253-6651 View (215) 253-6651
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Ronia Arabatlian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382  (Online Only)
My passion and experience lends itself to working with young adults and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, stress, relationship issues, parenting challenges as well as, other life stressors. Through a psychodynamic, integrative, and collaborative approach, I provide individual therapy, as well as, work with the family to help navigate the healing process. My professional training and my personal experiences offer a unique perspective and understanding.
My passion and experience lends itself to working with young adults and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, stress, relationship issues, parenting challenges as well as, other life stressors. Through a psychodynamic, integrative, and collaborative approach, I provide individual therapy, as well as, work with the family to help navigate the healing process. My professional training and my personal experiences offer a unique perspective and understanding.
(484) 859-7464 View (484) 859-7464
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Judith A Freed
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
In a safe, caring environment, you will receive objective feedback based on deep listening, and interventions for issues such as relationship conflict, divorce, loss, parenting, chronic health problems, depression, anxiety and stress management.
We all experience challenges at one time or another in our lives that feel overwhelming and confusing, whether they be work, family, personal, relationship, etc. Consulting a professional during these stressful times can provide a sense of direction and reassurance. As a firm believer in each person's inherent strengths and resources, I will work with you to identify obstacles and develop new tools to help more effectively meet challenging circumstances. I
In a safe, caring environment, you will receive objective feedback based on deep listening, and interventions for issues such as relationship conflict, divorce, loss, parenting, chronic health problems, depression, anxiety and stress management.
We all experience challenges at one time or another in our lives that feel overwhelming and confusing, whether they be work, family, personal, relationship, etc. Consulting a professional during these stressful times can provide a sense of direction and reassurance. As a firm believer in each person's inherent strengths and resources, I will work with you to identify obstacles and develop new tools to help more effectively meet challenging circumstances. I
(484) 401-9263 View (484) 401-9263
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Lighthouse Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
I specialize in working with clients that suffer with a variety of symptoms (family issues, parenting, couples issues, life transitions, interpersonal conflict, mental health, personal growth, relationship issues).
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I aspire to counsel clients collaboratively towards their individualized goals using a solution focused approach. I have been working in the field since 2005 and have experience providing individual, family, and couples counseling. I enjoy working with all ages. I currently offer individual supervision for counselors working towards their LPC licensure. Supervisees will be accepted on a case by case basis.
I specialize in working with clients that suffer with a variety of symptoms (family issues, parenting, couples issues, life transitions, interpersonal conflict, mental health, personal growth, relationship issues).
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I aspire to counsel clients collaboratively towards their individualized goals using a solution focused approach. I have been working in the field since 2005 and have experience providing individual, family, and couples counseling. I enjoy working with all ages. I currently offer individual supervision for counselors working towards their LPC licensure. Supervisees will be accepted on a case by case basis.
(484) 702-3018 View (484) 702-3018
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William Morgan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19382
I specialize in counseling/psychotherapy for emotional and relationship problems (anxiety, depression, marriage, and other); ADD/ADHD in children and adults; testing (diagnostic, psychoeducational, learning disabilities, career, ADHD, custody, forensic, and other); parenting and family issues; and career and workplace issues.
As a psychologist, counselor, and evaluator, I look at sessions as a collaborative process. Together we work towards making the changes my clients desire so that they experience more contentment, peace, satisfaction and success. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based approach that helps people learn skills that last a lifetime. I am a licensed psychologist with over twenty years experience as a counselor, therapist, and diagnostician, and am active in training therapists.
I specialize in counseling/psychotherapy for emotional and relationship problems (anxiety, depression, marriage, and other); ADD/ADHD in children and adults; testing (diagnostic, psychoeducational, learning disabilities, career, ADHD, custody, forensic, and other); parenting and family issues; and career and workplace issues.
As a psychologist, counselor, and evaluator, I look at sessions as a collaborative process. Together we work towards making the changes my clients desire so that they experience more contentment, peace, satisfaction and success. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based approach that helps people learn skills that last a lifetime. I am a licensed psychologist with over twenty years experience as a counselor, therapist, and diagnostician, and am active in training therapists.
(610) 644-8182 View (610) 644-8182
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Suzette Stokes Sims
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380  (Online Only)
Have you been feeling down or depressed? Feeling worried or anxious? Is your marriage riddled with conflict and you feel hopeless that things will ever change? Are you finding yourself struggling with your faith and can’t seem to get back in relationship with God? Parenting leaving you feeling like a failure? Counseling may help you gain insight into your situation.
Have you been feeling down or depressed? Feeling worried or anxious? Is your marriage riddled with conflict and you feel hopeless that things will ever change? Are you finding yourself struggling with your faith and can’t seem to get back in relationship with God? Parenting leaving you feeling like a failure? Counseling may help you gain insight into your situation.
(610) 363-2088 View (610) 363-2088

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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.