Parenting therapists in Saint John, NB
Browse Parenting therapists in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Parenting
Lincoln Stoller
Counsellor/Therapist, PhD, CHt, CCPCP
My approach to parenting may be unusual for many people in modern, Western cultures as it comes from a more traditional, growth oriented approach. I was raised in a modern, Euro-centric culture whose conformist, material values are not oriented toward community, family, or the individual. As a psychotherapist, I've noted that most of my clients struggled with a lack of parental support. This is true for both clients who come with problems and those approaching new opportunities.
From these clients and my own experience as child and parent, I feel parents are responsible for their children's material and spiritual growth. To play this role, a parent needs to be materially supportive, empathetic, understanding, aware and, most of all, have their own spiritual values. My prescription for successful parenting is simple: be a positive role model in all regards.
Once you have accomplished this, or are working to do so, you can address the problems you children may have. In most cases, or perhaps all cases, their problems will direct you to their solutions, which is to say solutions that are pertinent for them. It is possible, but it is rare, that how you conceive of their problems, and what you envisage as the solution to them, may be correct. It is more likely that you're wrong, and that finding the right answers will take patience and effort. Showing that you understand this is a lesson in itself.
As a parent, you are basically a therapist whose payment is fulfilling your obligation and winning your children's gratitude; not their future gratitude but their present gratitude. If you are not appreciated, then you probably are not helpful. Whether you are succeeding or failing, you must remain committed to helping them find solutions.
Like a therapist, you know very little compared to the complexity of the situations with which you are presented. You are obliged to provide energy, resources, encouragement, guidance, and protection. Your sincere advice is only as useful as it is appropriate, and even then it is likely mistaken. You have to know how to operate with responsibility but limited authority. Being a parent is not a privilege, it is an honor. You are called to play a role in your child's success or failure. You are not responsible for their success, but should take responsibility for their failures because you should understand the value of failure better than they do.
Most parents fail because they are not fully committed to being parents in the full sense of the word. What that means will to be determined by what your child thinks and feels. You are their counselor, you are at their service, and you must listen to them. As with moral virtue, you simply do your best.
21 Years Experience
Online in Saint John, NB
Parenting
Shauna Switzer, MCP, MA RP
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MCP, Registered Psychotherapist
Parenting can be rewarding, but it can also bring stress, uncertainty, and emotional challenges at every stage of a child’s development. Therapy supports parents in strengthening communication, improving coping skills, navigating behavioural concerns, and fostering healthier family relationships. I use Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) to support parents and families.
26 Years Experience
Online in Saint John, NB
Parenting
Kevin Jones
Psychologist, MACP
My approach to supporting parents focuses on creating a collaborative, non-judgmental space to explore the joys and challenges of raising children. I help parents understand the dynamics within their family, identify patterns that may contribute to stress or conflict, and develop practical strategies to strengthen communication and connection. Using evidence-informed approaches, including behavioural guidance, emotional regulation techniques, and problem-solving skills, I support parents in building confidence, fostering healthy relationships, and promoting positive development for their children. My goal is to empower parents to navigate challenges with clarity, patience, and resilience while nurturing a supportive and balanced family environment.
7 Years Experience
Online in Saint John, NB
Parenting
Vanessa Fingland
Counsellor/Therapist, CCPCPR.cand, RPC-C
Parenting can be especially challenging when you're feeling overwhelmed, emotionally triggered, or trying to heal from your own childhood experiences. Whether you're a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) or simply want to break unhealthy patterns, together we'll strengthen your emotional regulation, build confidence in your parenting, and help you respond to your child with greater calm and connection. My goal is to help you become the parent you want to be while creating a healthier, more secure foundation for your family.
For:
parents healing from narcissistic or emotionally neglectful childhoods,
parents struggling with burnout,
parents who lose their temper and feel guilty afterward,
parents who want to break generational cycles.
8 Years Experience
Online in Saint John, NB (Online Only)
Parenting
Suzanne St. John Smith
Counsellor/Therapist, M.A., M.A. (Psych.) FEA, C.C.C Relationship and Family Therapist; Life Coach
When working with clients experiencing parenting challenges, I help them explore the emotional and relational dynamics at play — both within the parent–child relationship and within themselves. Together, we look beneath the surface of behavior to understand what’s really being communicated, fostering greater empathy, patience, and self-awareness. My approach emphasizes strengthening connection, setting healthy boundaries, and developing practical strategies that align with the family’s values. Ultimately, the goal is to support parents in feeling more confident, grounded, and attuned — creating a home environment where both they and their children can thrive.
22 Years Experience
Online in Saint John, NB
Parenting therapists in Saint John, NB Statistics
Parenting therapists in Saint John, NB average 14 years of experience and charge around $169 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (81%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (68%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (48%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$169
Accept insurance
77%
Offer sliding scale
68%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 81% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 68% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 48% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 48% | Gottman Method Couples Therapy |
| 48% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 48% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 45% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 90% | Young Adult |
| 68% | Senior |
| 65% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 74% | Women |
| 61% | Men |
| 55% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Christian |
| 48% | Middle Eastern |