Parenting therapists in Campbell, California CA

For some reason, kids don't come with instruction manuals. Even the best parents struggle sometimes and could benefit from an objective guide through the ambiguous world of parenting, where there are almost never clear-cut answers to the tough questions. Through talking with a professional you can learn to parent in a way that respects all parties and aligns with your values.  

Empowering parents/caregivers to make changes at home or school is something I am passionate about. I especially enjoy working with parents of adopted or LGBTQ+ children. I have studied the models of Dr Karyn Purvis (Trust Based Relational Intervention) and Dr Dan Hughes (Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy) and have been in several intensive trainings to increase my competency in Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE) themes for children or caregivers.  

I treat those struggling with parenting concerns in general and those related to raising children conceived with the use of Assisted Reproductive Technology (i.e. IUI, IVF) or the use of third party reproduction (i.e. donor gametes, surrogacy/gestational carrier).  

To focus your attention and explore your inner self is some of the bravest and most powerful work there is. Psychotherapy, with the simple processes of attention and compassion can lead to deep and lasting change. I work collaboratively with you and use Hakomi Method Psychotherapy, and other methods  

We look at your current parenting style and design a program for you to help break through the issues.  

Parenting is the toughest job we have, hands down. All parents need and deserve support. Most of don't have the support we should. It's imperative to get perspective and support as a parent. I have formal education in positive discipline, emotional understanding and attachment parenting styles. I am also an experienced mother myself.  

We offer services for clients that are new or expecting parents as well as clients that are coparenting after divorce.  

While parenting can include times that are joyful and fulfilling there are also many times when parents feel out of control, depleted, burned out and mourning their loss of who they were prior to becoming a parent. I welcome and hold space for ALL feelings surrounding parenthood. I believe there is incredible value in being able to talk about all of these experiences freely and without judgement.  

I enjoy helping clients accept and like themselves, organize around strengths, achieve greater emotional presence, think clearly, and let go of shame, guilt and old habits of emotional survival. I believe therapy should lead to better decisions, as well as improved quality of life and relationships.  

I have worked as a parent educator and I am trained in Triple P Positive Parenting. I have also worked with parents throughout the life span in addressing challenges of parenting children of all ages.