Online Parenting therapists in Boca Raton, Florida FL
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Parenting
Barbara Magnusson Coffee
Licensed Professional Counselor, Ph.D., LMFT
Positive parenting can make all the difference in both the stress level a parent feels and in how healthy a child turns out. No one came with a manual, but there is research supported evidence of what is helpful and what is not.
33 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Parenting
Dr. David Ransen
Marriage and Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CHt
Parents with challenging kids generally have no need of conventional therapy. Instead, they need only to better understand that kids think, feel, and behave very differently from adults. In a very short time, parents who learn how best to encourage good behavior and discourage bad behavior see remarkable and lasting changes in their kids' behavior. One simple lesson is among the most powerful: Praise, gratitude and reward for good behavior work wonders, but punishment is neither needed nor helpful. Kids learn just two lessons from punishment. First, they learn to be angry and resentful of whomever punished them. Second, they learn to be more and more clever and sneaky, so that they can continue misbehaving without getting caught. Parents who learn these simple effects of reward and punishment see almost immediate positive changes in their kids' behavior. These changes make kids happier, and dramatically lower the risks of drug use, teen pregnancy, poor grades, and early-morning calls from kids in jail.
22 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL (Online Only)
Parenting
Alexander Tice
Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Tice has extensive experience helping parents navigate challenging child and teen behaviors, such as anxiety, avoidance, oppositionality, defiance, non-compliance, etc. Dr. Tice is trained in Supportive Parenting for Childhood Emotions (SPACE) as well as Parent Management Training (PMT).
8 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Parenting
Monica Buttafava
Counselor/Therapist, M.S., LMHC
No parent is perfect, and parenting can be an exhausting and challenging job, although rewarding and fulfilling at the same time.
Parent-child relationships have a powerful impact on a child's emotional well-being and self-regulating behavior, problem-solving, and creation of healthy social connections.
Parents can empower their children to succeed in life by offering predictable care, being sensitive to their needs, and being emotionally responsive to their affects.
Professional therapists may help parents navigate conflicts and learn how to use strategies to improve their understanding and balance.
30 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Parenting
Mr. Mark A Martinez
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LMHC
Having successfully raised five children to adulthood, I offer some enhanced insight to the struggles which are always a part of parenting.
14 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Parenting
Rivers of Hope Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
We provide guidance for children and families, including school challenges, parenting strategies, and child-focused therapy to improve emotional and behavioral outcomes.
Our therapists: Jamelia Branch, Andrea Gross, Megan Evans, Caitlin Duble, Jocelyn Cleveland, Katrina Williams, Yamilet Cardenas, Yvette Kearney, Jessica Holesko
6 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Parenting
New Directions Counseling Center LLC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, ALL LMHC--Carrie Cook , Kim Favaro, Nicole Petry , Kristin Schwartz, Alina Ghitea 8636065922.
Parenting can be both rewarding and challenging, often bringing stress, uncertainty, and emotional fatigue. Counseling supports parents in developing healthy boundaries, communication skills, and confidence in their parenting role.
16 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Parenting
JHC Therapy - Judy Hakiel-Calcaterra
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Therapist
Parenting counseling, also known as parenting therapy or parent coaching, is a specialized form of counseling designed to support parents in developing effective parenting skills, improving family dynamics, and addressing challenges related to raising children. Parenting can be rewarding but also comes with its own set of stressors and complexities. Parenting counseling provides guidance, strategies, and a safe space for parents to discuss their concerns and learn how to create a nurturing and healthy environment for their children.
16 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Parenting
Maureen Karol, LMHC
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
I have worked most of my career with families and the varying dynamics that go along with that population. I truly enjoy working with parents on how they can be more consistent, supportive and open minded. Parenting, like everything else, takes practice and I view myself as a coach to help the process along.
27 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Parenting
Center for Specialized Psychology
Psychologist, Psy.D., LCSW, LPC,
At CSP we have several therapists who specialize in working with parents on learning healthy and age appropriate parenting skills, as well as improving family functioning at home as a result.
9 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Parenting
David Essel, M.S., O.M.
Counselor/Therapist, Master's Degree Psychology, Ordained All Faiths Minister
Have you ever talk to someone who made the statement that “when I grow up I'll never parent my children the way my parents parented me?" David, after helping to raise 4 children, created a program to help parents create healthy relationships with their children...of any age.
46 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Parenting
Florida Acupuncture and Counseling, Inc.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC; AP
Parenting is one of life’s most rewarding—and most challenging—journeys. Whether you're navigating the early years, managing teen transitions, or balancing blended family dynamics, Florida Acupuncture and Counseling is here to support you with compassionate, holistic care.
We offer a unique integrative approach that combines therapeutic counseling with the healing power of acupuncture to address the emotional, mental, and physical demands of parenting. From managing stress and anxiety to improving emotional regulation and communication skills, our team is committed to helping you parent with confidence and clarity.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or simply seeking tools to be more present with your children, we provide a safe space to explore your challenges and build resilience.
Let us help you find balance—so you can show up as the parent you want to be. Reach out today to begin your journey.
7 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Parenting
Carolyn Murphy, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Counseling Psychology
I have many years of experience conducting therapy, psycho-educational assessments, and psychological evaluations with children and adolescents. As such, I have expertise in child development that I bring to my work with parents who are looking for help navigating the challenges that can come with raising kids. I highly encourage you to choose a therapist or parenting coach that feels like a "good fit" for you. I always start with an initial consultation appointment where I can learn more about you, your family, and your reasons for seeking help with parenting. Then we can plan together from there. Starting therapy or parenting work can feel daunting or overwhelming to many people, so it is important that we work at a pace that feels comfortable to you. My approach is interactive and supportive, with an overall goal of both maximizing your parenting strengths and exploring options for ways to modify your parenting choices in areas that feel more challenging to you.
36 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Parenting
San Francisco Counseling Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LMFT, LCSW
At San Francisco Counseling Collective ("SFCC"), parenting support addresses stress, discipline challenges, and relational dynamics within families. We work to strengthen attunement, consistency, and reflective caregiving that supports both parent and child well-being.
9 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Parenting
Linardi Therapy Services
Counselor/Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy (DMFT)
Parenting therapy provides a supportive space to navigate challenges like defiance, emotional meltdowns, and parental burnout, fostering a calmer, more connected family life. Therapists help improve communication, establish firm boundaries, and develop tailored strategies for discipline and emotional regulation.
Key Areas of Focus:
- Behavior Management: Addressing defiance, tantrums, and emotional regulation.
- Support & Guidance: Reducing parental guilt, stress, and feelings of overwhelm.
- Relationship Building: Strengthening the parent-child bond to foster secure attachment.
- Transitions & Change: Navigating divorce, moving, or developmental stages.
- Co-Parenting: Aligning different parenting styles and improving communication.
10 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Parenting
Dr. Jennifer Baumgardner
Psychologist, Ph.D.
As both a Developmental and Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Baumgardner is uniquely qualified to help parents understand their children and coach them in therapies to be more effective. She is trained in a number of therapies, including Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
20 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL (Online Only)
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Nicole Lucente
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, NCC
The journey of parenting can be challenging. To further complicate it, we sometimes unintentionally bring our own issues to the parenting dynamic. Whether you are a first time parent, a parent with a unique child or situation, or simply finding yourself needing support during a transition, I can help you through the counseling process.
13 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL (Online Only)
Parenting
Debra Zand
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Parenting therapy helps parents identify, address, and manage their own past or present experiences that may be affecting the way they relate to their child. In some cases, parenting therapy may also help parents better communicate between each other to maintain a cohesive and structured parenting approach. Parenting therapy provides a judgement-free zone for parents to discuss tough moments in parenting and learn how to better manage these tough moments moving forward. Overall, parenting therapy aims to provide parents with the necessary knowledge, tools, guidance, and support to take care of themselves and their children in the most ideal way possible.
26 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Parenting
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
Parenting: The Ultimate Systemic Challenge
Moving from Survival to Connection
Parenting is perhaps the most profound "attachment laboratory" we will ever enter. It has the power to bring up our greatest joys and our deepest "ghosts" from the past. In my practice, I move beyond standard "behavioral tips" to help parents understand the relational system at play. Whether you are navigating the "toddler years," the "teen years," or the complex transition into adult-child relationships, I provide a space to parent with intention rather than reactivity.
Navigating the Modern Parenting System
Today’s parents are facing unprecedented levels of burnout and overwhelmed by "expert" advice. We work together to find your voice in the noise, addressing:
The "Parental Melt Down": Understanding the neurobiology of why we "flip our lids" and learning somatic tools to stay within your Window of Tolerance when your child is out of theirs.
Neurodivergent Parenting: Providing specialized support for parents of neurodivergent children, or for neurodivergent parents themselves, navigating sensory overstimulation and executive functioning demands.
The Cycle of Rejection Sensitivity: Addressing how our own childhood wounds can make a child’s natural independence feel like a personal rejection.
A Research-Backed, Heart-Centered Approach
With over 20 years of experience and a PhD in Child and Family Studies, I integrate high-level theory with practical, everyday application:
Attachment-Based Parenting: Using Attachment Theory to move away from "power struggles" and toward a secure base where your child feels seen, safe, and soothed.
Systems Theory & Family Dynamics: We look at the "hidden" roles everyone plays in the family. How does the stress in the marriage, the workplace, or the social system impact the child’s behavior?
Parenting through Transition: Supporting families through the "big shifts"—divorce, moving, new siblings, or spiritual deconstruction—ensuring the family bond remains resilient.
Supporting the "Helper" Parent
I have a deep commitment to working with therapists and pastors as parents. It is uniquely difficult to hold space for others all day and then come home to the raw, unfiltered demands of a family. I provide a confidential sanctuary where you can take off the "expert" hat and find the support you need to be the parent you want to be.
21 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL (Online Only)
Parenting
Summit Counseling Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LPC, LCSW, ATR-BC
Parenting is so complex these days! While we do not offer specific training in parenting, we offer individual and couples counseling that can support your parenting goals and can allow for stress relief and healthy coping with the complexities of parenting. Quite often, parenting is a huge daily stressor which can be made easier with supportive counseling.
24 Years Experience
Online in Boca Raton, FL
Boca Raton's affluent demographic creates distinct demand for therapists specializing in anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions including divorce, retirement adjustment, and family conflict. The city has a large Jewish community and a significant retiree population, and many therapists offer culturally sensitive care and specialize in aging-related concerns, grief, and elder family dynamics. Boca Raton's proximity to Palm Beach County's well-developed addiction treatment corridor means dual-diagnosis therapists and addiction specialists are also well represented. Many practices serve clients across southern Palm Beach and northern Broward County.
Parenting therapists in Boca Raton, Florida Statistics
Parenting therapists in Boca Raton, Florida average 18 years of experience and charge around $196 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Parenting (100%), Anxiety or Fears (88%), and Depression (85%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$196
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 66% |
In Person and Online |
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| 34% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Parenting |
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 85% | Depression |
| 63% | Stress |
| 61% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 58% | Self Esteem |
| 57% | ADHD |