Therapy for Parenting

Being a parent can be one of the most satisfying and fulfilling parts of a person’s life. It can also be overwhelming and difficult. When a small person depends on you for their well-being, there can be a lot of pressure to “get it right.” As much as we might wish for one, there is no manual for raising children and no guide on how to handle the intense feelings that can arise in parenthood. Nonetheless, it is important to know that the demands of parenting can feel extreme at times and almost all parents will experience stress at some point in their parenting journey.

Some common parenting issues include:

Constant feelings of overwhelm
Not feeling good enough
Feeling disconnected from your children
Feeling guilty
Difficulty navigating work-life balance
Difficulty managing various childcare stressors (daycare, preschool, nannies)
Parent-child conflicts
Feeling misaligned with your partner regarding childcare
Conflict around how to discipline and/or set boundaries children

If your struggles related to parenting are starting to interfere with your and your family’s quality of life, working with a therapist can offer you extra support. It can also help you process difficult situations and feelings that arise as you raise your children. Therapy for parenting issues can help you:

Understand how your own childhood experiences are affecting your parenting
Explore thoughts and feelings in a safe, nonjudgmental space
Identify unrealistic expectations for yourself or your child and how that is impacting your mental health
Develop coping skills to deal with difficult moments
Gain a greater sense of your strengths as a parent
Be more present with your children

Parenting is hard work! It can be extra stressful when you are second guessing every one of your decisions or are feeling overwhelmed the majority of the time. Regardless of your specific issue, if you’re a parent, therapy can offer you guidance, help or support. Click here to schedule a consultation.