I help parents who are overwhelmed, scared, and who feel like there's no solution - parents who feel like they’re losing the bond they had with their child. They don’t want to admit that the parenting part of their life is the part of their life that brings the most stress and conflict. The parents I see want to feel more hopeful, connected, and complete, but are overwhelmed with managing their family’s needs that their own wants and needs have been put on the back burner. I help them find the tools to have happy family diners, calm and structured mornings, peaceful bedtime, and create tailored strategies for their lives, so they can once again feel hopeful and excited about their family, and confident in their parenting.

I know from my personal and professional experiences that this is not always an easy process: It can seem like an unnecessary luxury to prioritize your own well-being, especially now when things are so uncertain and we’re all in survival mode. It can feel impossible not to succumb to our own emotions when our kids are having a rough time. For high needs, blended, or adoptive families, it can feel like no one really understands what your “normal” is really like. I’d love to help you start on your own path to the happier, calmer, more connected relationships you want.

I believe that people do well when they can, and sometimes we need a little help to get to the next level of healthy and happy.  I also believe that parents hold the keys to helping their kids heal without blame, accusation, or judgement or making you feel like the parent police are waiting to criticize you. Whether you’re thinking of investing in your own wellbeing, or looking for help for your child, you don’t have to walk this path alone.  If you’re struggling to tame the turmoil, and you’re ready to find the joy, contact me today.

And if you’re wondering, here are the main training and theories that inform my practice:

EMDR
Theraplay 
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI)
Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS)