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Madison Villanueva
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070  (Online Only)
I am a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator and working toward certification in play therapy.
How often do you find yourself thinking of what could have been? Perhaps it's not what could have been but something you should have done differently? Or maybe it's more about the future for you, all the what ifs? Do these journeys into the past and future leave you feeling guilty, frustrated or filled with fear? I work to ground my clients in the here and now, accepting what is as opposed to what could be. I aim to help individuals reach their goals by building self-awareness and self-compassion.
I am a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator and working toward certification in play therapy.
How often do you find yourself thinking of what could have been? Perhaps it's not what could have been but something you should have done differently? Or maybe it's more about the future for you, all the what ifs? Do these journeys into the past and future leave you feeling guilty, frustrated or filled with fear? I work to ground my clients in the here and now, accepting what is as opposed to what could be. I aim to help individuals reach their goals by building self-awareness and self-compassion.
(817) 241-5354 View (817) 241-5354
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Marcey Mettica
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Life can be challenging and difficult at times, but seeking help when you, your child, or your family are struggling is admirable and takes strength, not weakness. Whether you're struggling with a life transition, parenting concerns, or other family issues, we can find solutions and improvements. I have experience working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families in a variety of settings including agencies, family clinics, universities, courts, hospitals, and private practices, providing me with a wealth of experience with numerous issues and ages. I am the founder and owner of Prosper Counseling, PLLC, with 2 locations.
Life can be challenging and difficult at times, but seeking help when you, your child, or your family are struggling is admirable and takes strength, not weakness. Whether you're struggling with a life transition, parenting concerns, or other family issues, we can find solutions and improvements. I have experience working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families in a variety of settings including agencies, family clinics, universities, courts, hospitals, and private practices, providing me with a wealth of experience with numerous issues and ages. I am the founder and owner of Prosper Counseling, PLLC, with 2 locations.
(972) 916-9252 View (972) 916-9252
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Holly Lockett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75071
Play Therapy, Filial Therapy, Parenting, CBT for Sleep Disorders, and Team Move.
My goal is to make your therapeutic experience as fulfilling as possible. I use a solutions focused/cognitive behavioral approach to therapy that helps people reach their goals as efficiently as possible. I work with a large variety of people by providing individual counseling, family counseling and activity therapy, filial therapy, grief resolution, teen counseling, and group therapy.
Play Therapy, Filial Therapy, Parenting, CBT for Sleep Disorders, and Team Move.
My goal is to make your therapeutic experience as fulfilling as possible. I use a solutions focused/cognitive behavioral approach to therapy that helps people reach their goals as efficiently as possible. I work with a large variety of people by providing individual counseling, family counseling and activity therapy, filial therapy, grief resolution, teen counseling, and group therapy.
(214) 960-2506 View (214) 960-2506
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Unleashing Hope Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Our clinicians have a combined 37 years of experience empowering individuals, couples, and families to conquer many of life's stresses; from parenting young children to connecting to teenagers, overcoming trauma, or struggling with stress from work, we invite you to partner with one of our seasoned therapists to explore and find your "harmony.
Trying to find the elusive "work-life balance" before social distancing and schools being shut down was hard enough! Now with the coronavirus we are struggling even more with increased anxiety, difficulty sleeping, feeling isolated, kids arguing about everything, and no way to get out and socialize or utilize our previous modes of coping. You do not have to walk this new path alone! We offer tele-therapy sessions to anywhere in the state of Texas...whether you are needing short-term help to just get through this public health crisis or more long-term therapeutic work; we would be honored to assist you.
Our clinicians have a combined 37 years of experience empowering individuals, couples, and families to conquer many of life's stresses; from parenting young children to connecting to teenagers, overcoming trauma, or struggling with stress from work, we invite you to partner with one of our seasoned therapists to explore and find your "harmony.
Trying to find the elusive "work-life balance" before social distancing and schools being shut down was hard enough! Now with the coronavirus we are struggling even more with increased anxiety, difficulty sleeping, feeling isolated, kids arguing about everything, and no way to get out and socialize or utilize our previous modes of coping. You do not have to walk this new path alone! We offer tele-therapy sessions to anywhere in the state of Texas...whether you are needing short-term help to just get through this public health crisis or more long-term therapeutic work; we would be honored to assist you.
(972) 960-3189 View (972) 960-3189
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Loren Gibson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTS, LPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and a licensed professional counselor. I have over 10 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families suffering from various issues including depression, anxiety, anger, communication issues, conflict resolution, divorce, couples issues, parenting struggles, trauma including sexual abuse, and life's many transitions. WIth my specific training in family systems, my focus is on how our relationships with others impact us daily.I am also a certified facilitator of PREPARE-ENRICH Marital Assessment which has been shown to increase your chances of marital success for marital and premarital couples.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and a licensed professional counselor. I have over 10 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families suffering from various issues including depression, anxiety, anger, communication issues, conflict resolution, divorce, couples issues, parenting struggles, trauma including sexual abuse, and life's many transitions. WIth my specific training in family systems, my focus is on how our relationships with others impact us daily.I am also a certified facilitator of PREPARE-ENRICH Marital Assessment which has been shown to increase your chances of marital success for marital and premarital couples.
(214) 307-8552 View (214) 307-8552
Photo of Kate Whitley, Licensed Professional Counselor in McKinney, TX
Kate Whitley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and adults facing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and parenting or co-parenting challenges. I believe in helping you develop a deeper understanding of yourself. Additionally, I work with individuals dealing with ADHD, borderline personality disorder, and bipolar disorder.
I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and adults facing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and parenting or co-parenting challenges. I believe in helping you develop a deeper understanding of yourself. Additionally, I work with individuals dealing with ADHD, borderline personality disorder, and bipolar disorder.
(512) 768-2731 View (512) 768-2731
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Shirin Khosravi
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC-S, RPT™
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Children and adults have many stressors and concerns in their lives that may be difficult to talk about or share with close friends and family. Many having the fear of being judged hesitate sharing their true fears and anxieties and small children may not even have the words to properly describe what they are feeling. I provide a safe environment where people can come and talk about (through talk therapy, activity therapy, or play therapy) their experiences in their day to day lives and how it effects them. I further assist parents to build on their parenting skills and open the lines of communication.
Children and adults have many stressors and concerns in their lives that may be difficult to talk about or share with close friends and family. Many having the fear of being judged hesitate sharing their true fears and anxieties and small children may not even have the words to properly describe what they are feeling. I provide a safe environment where people can come and talk about (through talk therapy, activity therapy, or play therapy) their experiences in their day to day lives and how it effects them. I further assist parents to build on their parenting skills and open the lines of communication.
(469) 535-7921 View (469) 535-7921
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Tamolyn 'tammy' Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
Women's Counseling,Men's Counseling, Teen/Adolescent Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Family Counseling, Short Term Parenting Training, Behavior Modification, Low self esteem, Depression issues, Cognitive Behavioral Counseling, Anxiety issues, Anger Management, Stress management.
Hello my name is Tamolyn “Tammy” Williams, MA, LPC, NCC with Start Your Growth Counseling. My passion is to empower every client with the skills and mindset in order to overcome challenges presented in everyday life struggles. My goal with each client is to focus on building a healthy sense of self-esteem through my modality of counseling. I believe that it is imperative to encourage adults and adolescents to live in a way that brings individual inner peace and joy. I am known for a warm, relaxed, and comfortable approach to counseling. I look forward to going on this journey to empower and healing with you!
Women's Counseling,Men's Counseling, Teen/Adolescent Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Family Counseling, Short Term Parenting Training, Behavior Modification, Low self esteem, Depression issues, Cognitive Behavioral Counseling, Anxiety issues, Anger Management, Stress management.
Hello my name is Tamolyn “Tammy” Williams, MA, LPC, NCC with Start Your Growth Counseling. My passion is to empower every client with the skills and mindset in order to overcome challenges presented in everyday life struggles. My goal with each client is to focus on building a healthy sense of self-esteem through my modality of counseling. I believe that it is imperative to encourage adults and adolescents to live in a way that brings individual inner peace and joy. I am known for a warm, relaxed, and comfortable approach to counseling. I look forward to going on this journey to empower and healing with you!
(972) 737-1127 View (972) 737-1127
Photo of Judy Rambur, Psychologist in McKinney, TX
Judy Rambur
Psychologist, PsyD, RPT
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
In addition, she offers Child Parent Relationship Therapy, a model shown to reduce parental stress and improve the parent/child relationship.
As a Clinical Psychologist and Registered Play Therapist in practice for nearly 20 years, Dr. Rambur works with children (ages three and up), adolescents, and adults. She offers extensive experience in the treatment of most disorders, including Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Personality Disorders. Dr. Rambur treats Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder, along with the majority of childhood disorders. She conducts social skills groups for children with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder, and also provides couples and family therapy.
In addition, she offers Child Parent Relationship Therapy, a model shown to reduce parental stress and improve the parent/child relationship.
As a Clinical Psychologist and Registered Play Therapist in practice for nearly 20 years, Dr. Rambur works with children (ages three and up), adolescents, and adults. She offers extensive experience in the treatment of most disorders, including Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Personality Disorders. Dr. Rambur treats Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder, along with the majority of childhood disorders. She conducts social skills groups for children with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder, and also provides couples and family therapy.
(469) 778-4274 View (469) 778-4274
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David LaPell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
I find joy in working with couples and supporting parent-skill development.
I specialize in treating individuals with ADHD, emotional or sexual trauma, anxiety-based disorders, PTSD, depression, relationship challenges, pornography addiction, family members of addicts and alcoholics, and dissociative disorders. Additionally, I have substantial experience working with teens to address issues related to self-esteem.
I find joy in working with couples and supporting parent-skill development.
I specialize in treating individuals with ADHD, emotional or sexual trauma, anxiety-based disorders, PTSD, depression, relationship challenges, pornography addiction, family members of addicts and alcoholics, and dissociative disorders. Additionally, I have substantial experience working with teens to address issues related to self-esteem.
(512) 768-2731 View (512) 768-2731
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Patricia Whynot
LPC Intern, MS
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
I work with young children/teens and their parent/caregivers.
Mental health is a critical component of our overall health, and we are most often aware of this during times of struggle or transition. While these experiences may feel overwhelming and at times even painful, you no longer have to face these trials alone. You and I will join this journey together and work to achieve the more satisfying, meaningful, and mentally healthy life that you were meant to live.
I work with young children/teens and their parent/caregivers.
Mental health is a critical component of our overall health, and we are most often aware of this during times of struggle or transition. While these experiences may feel overwhelming and at times even painful, you no longer have to face these trials alone. You and I will join this journey together and work to achieve the more satisfying, meaningful, and mentally healthy life that you were meant to live.
(469) 712-5481 View (469) 712-5481
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Sharp Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
We have multiple therapists accepting New Clients! Sharp Wellness works with high-functioning adults and adolescents ready to live their best lives. We see a wide variety of clients, but we specialize in Anxiety/ Stress Management, Depression/Sadness, Couples, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions, Millennials, Women's Issues, Parenting Stressors, and Self-Esteem.
We have multiple therapists accepting New Clients! Sharp Wellness works with high-functioning adults and adolescents ready to live their best lives. We see a wide variety of clients, but we specialize in Anxiety/ Stress Management, Depression/Sadness, Couples, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions, Millennials, Women's Issues, Parenting Stressors, and Self-Esteem.
(469) 599-2514 View (469) 599-2514
Photo of Emily Catherine Courtney, Pre-Licensed Professional in McKinney, TX
Emily Catherine Courtney
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
I provide therapy for Depression and Anxiety (including childhood onset); Adjustment Difficulties, Attachment/Bond Difficulties, Behavioral Issues in Children and Adolescents; Parenting Support; Grief Counseling, and Stress Management.
Adulting is hard. Being a kid is hard. Being human is hard. Having access to all of the world all of the time is hard. It’s overwhelming and everyone has an opinion. And sometimes it can just become too much. Every stage of life comes with what seems like insurmountable obstacles. This day and age with the seeming constant comparison to a perfect social media life can leave one feeling impossibly more than less than. Sometimes we just need a little help. A place to sit with our reality without the judgement or the press to have it all.
I provide therapy for Depression and Anxiety (including childhood onset); Adjustment Difficulties, Attachment/Bond Difficulties, Behavioral Issues in Children and Adolescents; Parenting Support; Grief Counseling, and Stress Management.
Adulting is hard. Being a kid is hard. Being human is hard. Having access to all of the world all of the time is hard. It’s overwhelming and everyone has an opinion. And sometimes it can just become too much. Every stage of life comes with what seems like insurmountable obstacles. This day and age with the seeming constant comparison to a perfect social media life can leave one feeling impossibly more than less than. Sometimes we just need a little help. A place to sit with our reality without the judgement or the press to have it all.
(469) 620-8239 View (469) 620-8239
Photo of Jennifer Brobst, Psychologist in McKinney, TX
Jennifer Brobst
Psychologist, PhD, LSSP
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75069
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology. I love working with adults, teenagers, children, and families. I have experience helping patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar, autism and other developmental disabilities, OCD, ADHD, family concerns, parenting stress, career and academic concerns, as well as traumatic experiences. In addition, I have extensive experience in grief therapy during times of loss, such as in a time of death, divorce, and other significant life changes. I also enjoy working on goals of self-improvement, self-awareness, and compassion with my patients.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology. I love working with adults, teenagers, children, and families. I have experience helping patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar, autism and other developmental disabilities, OCD, ADHD, family concerns, parenting stress, career and academic concerns, as well as traumatic experiences. In addition, I have extensive experience in grief therapy during times of loss, such as in a time of death, divorce, and other significant life changes. I also enjoy working on goals of self-improvement, self-awareness, and compassion with my patients.
(972) 833-0114 View (972) 833-0114
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Prosper Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Welcome to Prosper Counseling - Where the pieces of life come together! We are a group practice meeting the needs of all ages. If you are looking for help for yourself, your child, your teen, your relationship/marriage, or your family, you have come to the right place. Are you struggling to see life more clearly and move in a better direction? Do you wish you had more parenting tools, discipline techniques, or a better relationship with your child? Is your marriage or relationship struggling? Are you feeling anxious, sad, or lonely? Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety, depression, or difficulties with peers? We can help.
Welcome to Prosper Counseling - Where the pieces of life come together! We are a group practice meeting the needs of all ages. If you are looking for help for yourself, your child, your teen, your relationship/marriage, or your family, you have come to the right place. Are you struggling to see life more clearly and move in a better direction? Do you wish you had more parenting tools, discipline techniques, or a better relationship with your child? Is your marriage or relationship struggling? Are you feeling anxious, sad, or lonely? Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety, depression, or difficulties with peers? We can help.
(214) 206-4374 View (214) 206-4374
Photo of Nancy G Millico, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist in McKinney, TX
Nancy G Millico, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
Therapy can be very helpful in addressing problems you may be having in your life. If you struggle with relationship problems, decision making, depression, anxiety, self esteem, impluse control, trauma, substance abuse, grief, addiction or life transitions; I can provide a neutral non-judgmental space to explore and resolve these issues. Many people believe they should be able to solve problems on their own and seek help often waiting until the situation has grown unmanageable. However, early interventions and proactive actions tend to lesson the impact of painful experiences, allowing you to move past problems more easily and quickly.
Therapy can be very helpful in addressing problems you may be having in your life. If you struggle with relationship problems, decision making, depression, anxiety, self esteem, impluse control, trauma, substance abuse, grief, addiction or life transitions; I can provide a neutral non-judgmental space to explore and resolve these issues. Many people believe they should be able to solve problems on their own and seek help often waiting until the situation has grown unmanageable. However, early interventions and proactive actions tend to lesson the impact of painful experiences, allowing you to move past problems more easily and quickly.
(805) 322-8715 View (805) 322-8715
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Dr. Charette Dersch
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75072  (Online Only)
I provide a safe and caring environment for individuals, couples and families to address a variety of personal and relationship issues. I have great respect for the inner resources of my clients and work in a collaborative way to assist them in the process of discovering solutions. My treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns.
I provide a safe and caring environment for individuals, couples and families to address a variety of personal and relationship issues. I have great respect for the inner resources of my clients and work in a collaborative way to assist them in the process of discovering solutions. My treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns.
(214) 390-9357 View (214) 390-9357
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Dr. Mary Bowles
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, RRT, MIAAN, RTM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070  (Online Only)
I'm a trustworthy, compassionate, experienced, unbiased & Licensed Couples & Family Therapist and I specialize in Applied Neuroscience. I use a direct and considerate approach. I specialize in couples & family therapy and trauma recovery. I approach all clients and families from a neuroscientific & brain based perspective. I'll help you understand your brain and body's responses to past and present stressors, in an easy to understand manner. I use humor, lightheartedness, and techniques verified in research to help you experience rapid change. I help all my clients learn how to work with the brain, not against it. See my website!
I'm a trustworthy, compassionate, experienced, unbiased & Licensed Couples & Family Therapist and I specialize in Applied Neuroscience. I use a direct and considerate approach. I specialize in couples & family therapy and trauma recovery. I approach all clients and families from a neuroscientific & brain based perspective. I'll help you understand your brain and body's responses to past and present stressors, in an easy to understand manner. I use humor, lightheartedness, and techniques verified in research to help you experience rapid change. I help all my clients learn how to work with the brain, not against it. See my website!
(970) 319-1999 View (970) 319-1999
Photo of Zach Baldridge, Licensed Professional Counselor in McKinney, TX
Zach Baldridge
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
No matter where we find ourselves in life, and regardless of who we are, we all have things that stand between us and the life we want. You may feel stuck in your career. The pressure and dissatisfaction from work may follow you home and impact your closest relationships. Maybe marriage and family have become a juggling act and it feels like both are about to hit the floor. It could seem like none of your dreams or goals are falling into place along the timeline you envisioned, and you feel isolated. Sometimes being alone isn’t nearly as heavy as feeling alone.
No matter where we find ourselves in life, and regardless of who we are, we all have things that stand between us and the life we want. You may feel stuck in your career. The pressure and dissatisfaction from work may follow you home and impact your closest relationships. Maybe marriage and family have become a juggling act and it feels like both are about to hit the floor. It could seem like none of your dreams or goals are falling into place along the timeline you envisioned, and you feel isolated. Sometimes being alone isn’t nearly as heavy as feeling alone.
(214) 833-9889 View (214) 833-9889
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Renee Cagle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, BSN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75071
Accepting New Clients (05/23). You are not responsible for what happened TO YOU in your childhood, yet the echoes of that painful time continue to haunt you. You tell yourself that it’s all in the past, however, if you’re honest, you can see hints of anger, fear, or insecurity showing up in your current relationships. Those emotions make sense given what you have endured, yet, your loved ones shouldn’t be the recipient of them.. Don't let your past steal the joy of your present. Past hurts CAN be healed and the offending party need not be involved, or even alive, for you to put your demons to rest.
Accepting New Clients (05/23). You are not responsible for what happened TO YOU in your childhood, yet the echoes of that painful time continue to haunt you. You tell yourself that it’s all in the past, however, if you’re honest, you can see hints of anger, fear, or insecurity showing up in your current relationships. Those emotions make sense given what you have endured, yet, your loved ones shouldn’t be the recipient of them.. Don't let your past steal the joy of your present. Past hurts CAN be healed and the offending party need not be involved, or even alive, for you to put your demons to rest.
(972) 776-2634 View (972) 776-2634
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.