Support When You Need It From Birth to Launching
Facilitating success with discipline
Gentle parenting techniques
Evidence-based connection skills
Getting on the same page as your partner
PARENTING COUNSELING
Consider The Scenario
“David, put away your IPad. You’ve played enough” Dad scolds.
(David, oblivious to anything aside from winning the game, continues playing)
“That’s it, David! Go to your room! I’m taking your IPad away for a month.”
Mom runs in. Davis is in tears. She goes to reassure him.
“There, there, David! You probably didn’t hear dad ask you to put away your IPad. You don’t need to go to your room and you can relax and continue playing. In 3 minutes, you’ll give me your IPad because dinner is ready, and I don’t want you to eat cold food.”
3 minutes later, David gives Mom his IPad and the family sits down for dinner.
How do you think Dad and Mom feel about each other right now?
Therapeutic Support
As licensed clinical social worker specializing in helping couples work through differences in parenting styles, I have seen firsthand how important it is for couples to discuss their parenting expectations before and during parenthood. Many couples may not give much thought to their potential differing parenting styles before they have children, which can cause major conflicts and stress in their relationship once the child is born. It's essential that couples sit down and have an open and honest conversation about how they were raised, and the things they learned from their own parental role models.
During these conversations, couples should discuss their beliefs and values around parenting, discipline, education, and more. They should talk about what they consider to be the most important aspects of raising a child, and how they envision themselves being involved in their child's life. These conversations can help couples identify any areas of potential conflict, and come up with strategies for working through their differences.
Our Approach:
It's also important for couples to continue these conversations during parenthood, as their perspectives and ideas may shift as they gain experience as parents. Couples may face new challenges and obstacles as their children grow and develop, and it's important for them to be able to communicate openly and honestly about their feelings and concerns.
When working with couples on parenting issues, I utilize various therapeutic techniques to help them work through their differences and find common ground. Together, we explore their upbringing, values, and beliefs around parenting, and identify any areas of conflict. We then work on developing healthy communication skills and problem-solving strategies to help them navigate these challenges.
Remember, that differences in parenting styles are normal and expected. No two parents will have the exact same approach to parenting, and that's okay. What's important is that you are able to communicate effectively, respect each other's opinions, and work collaboratively towards the best interests of your child.
Therapy can be effective in facilitating this level of communication and it brings me great joy to help couples achieve this! Reach out to schedule an appointment today!
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