Therapy and Coaching for Parents in Westchester
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Parent Coaching and Therapy in Eastchester, NY

I’m Emily, a Westchester parent and licensed therapist.

I hold expertise in helping parents navigate behavioral issues, stress, and common mental health challenges such as anxiety, trauma, and depression.

My approach integrates the Nurtured Heart Approach (NHA), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), and Art Therapy to foster well-being..

I guide parents toward a connected and authentic relationship with themselves, and their children.

With a background in Behavior Therapy, Art Therapy, Coaching, and Mindfulness, I offer a unique approach to holistic parenting support.

You can feel more hopeful, break unhelpful cycles, and carve a better path forward.

As a parent, you may be feeling overwhelmed, exhausted and anxious because your child doesn’t listen.

You might be struggling with defiance, outbursts, or constant power struggles.

These challenges can take a toll on your own well-being, leaving you feeling depleted, frustrated, or even battling feelings of anxiety or depression.

“… We cannot exude patience if we don’t show ourselves patience. We cannot change externally until we have rewired internally. The quality of our relationships with others is only as good as the quality of the relationship we have with ourselves.”
― Dr. Becky Kennedy

Parent Coaching Vs. Therapy

Parent Coaching focuses primarily on the relationship between the parent and child. It is short-term, solution-focused, and stays in the present.

Parent coaching does not treat parental mental health issues, or address underlying unmet needs, or repair parent-child relationship ruptures.

I parent coaching, I will primarily use the Nurtured Heart Approach (NHA), coaching techniques and psycho education.

Therapy for parents is typically more in-depth and places emphasis on how past experiences affect present day parenting. Therapy for parents can address and treat mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and trauma.

In therapy, I will mainly use modalities such as DBT, EMDR, Art Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction.

Therapy for Parents

If you’re struggling with any of the following, I can help:

Parental Anxiety

Anxiety and panic can feel debilitating. You deserve to thrive, not just survive. Take the first step towards prioritizing your well-being by reaching out to us today.

Child Behavioral Difficulties

Power struggles can feel exhausting (and don’t really work). If you’ve had enough, you’re in the right place. I can help you carve a different path forward!

Parental Depression

Irritability, exhaustion, and feelings of ‘not enoughness’ can be excruciating. By learning to honor your values, passions, and inner wisdom, you'll rediscover a sense of wholeness, purpose, and vitality.

Parenting deeply feeling Kids

Deeply feeling or highly sensitive kiddos often need a certain parenting style. Whether you’re parenting through intense emotions, reactions or behaviors, I can help you navigate helpful responses rooted in compassion and confident parenting.

Parental Traumatic Stress:

As a trauma informed therapist, I understand the complexities of motherhood and the importance of prioritizing your own well-being. I can help you navigate traumatic stress and reclaim ‘you’ in the wake of a traumatic experience.

Parenting through a divorce

If you’re going through a divorce, I can help. I’m passionate about helping divorced and separated parents effectively navigate co-parenting, boundaries setting and ensuring that your relationship with yourself and your child comes first.

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Reach out today to schedule your free consultation 

I provide a supportive space where parents can explore their challenges and gain insights, and coping strategies to navigate the complexities of parenthood.