Parenting therapists in Bloomington, IL
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Juliette Grantham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
I'm Juliette Grantham, a psychoanalytic psychotherapist specializing in parenting.
Parenting has a way of stirring up your own history long before you expected it to. You might notice the pull to do things differently than you were raised, a fear of repeating what was done to you even as you catch yourself doing it, or guilt after losing patience with a child you love. A child also reorganizes everything else: your time, your relationships, your sense of who you are. Even a long-wanted child brings losses alongside the joy, and those losses often go unspoken.
I work psychoanalytically, which means we look at what these reactions are communicating rather than only at the moment in front of you. The patterns that surface in parenting carry an unconscious logic worth understanding: old lessons about closeness, conflict, or being cared for that were learned long before you became a parent yourself. As those lessons come into view, they tend to loosen their hold on an ordinary Tuesday, and there is more room to parent from where you actually are rather than from what was passed down to you.
If parenting has brought up more than you expected, I would be glad to talk.
2 Years Experience
Online in Bloomington, IL
Parenting
Philadelphia Couples Therapy
Psychologist, PsyD
One of the most important aspects of our work is affecting future generations. A couple’s ability to work well together directly touches their children in a profound way. After even a few months of work together we see couples feeling relief in their parenting together, their children feeling better because they feel better, and the whole family system living harmoniously together. Not only do we help couples develop intimacy, better understand one another, and breathe air and life into their relationship, but we facilitate this in their parenting styles as well.
And parenting is not for the faint of heart! We understand that the well-being of your children is unspeakably important to you and we’re also able to help you through developmental milestones, better understanding how to handle the inevitable rough spots presented to you as they grow.
If you’re in the process of divorcing, co-parenting can be one of the largest challenges. Your children give you the noblest reason to work on issues with your ex. Divorce doesn’t have to be traumatic for your kids, even if it has been for you and your partner. There are definite and concrete ways to support and guide your children through this difficult season. Being supported by a therapist can also provide a venue to safely air grievances and suss them out without fear that your fight will spill over into your parenting or ruin your week. Separation and divorce has no end to frustrations and hurts, even without children in the mix. Add your kids and it becomes almost unbearably heartbreaking and complex. We will help you navigate these rough waters for as long as you might need.
23 Years Experience
Online in Bloomington, IL
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 Bloomington, IL
Parenting
Faye Williams
Marriage and Family Therapist, ALMFT
My undergrad is in child development, and I love working with parents to understand their children's needs and develop closer family bonds.
4 Years Experience
Online in Bloomington, IL
Parenting
Heather Watson-Perez
Psychologist, PhD
I work with parents to navigate challenges such as behavior management, communication, and supporting children’s emotional needs. My approach is practical and collaborative, offering strategies that can be implemented at home right away. I aim to help parents feel more confident, effective, and connected in their role.
21 Years Experience
Online in Bloomington, IL
Parenting therapists in Bloomington, IL Statistics
Parenting therapists in Bloomington, IL average 19 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Psychodynamic Therapy (48%), and Family Systems Therapy (47%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 73% |
Female |
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| 23% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 67% |
In Person and Online |
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| 33% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 47% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 43% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 34% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 33% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Teen |
| 60% | Senior |
| 38% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 36% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Men |
| 24% | Military / Veterans |
| 23% | Black / African American |