We recognize that there are many ways to be an effective and nurturing parent, and appreciate how hard parenting can be at times. Parents may encounter challenges when their parenting styles work really well with one child but not at all with another, or when what used to work for a child at a younger age is no longer effective as that child grows older. We all tend to use our own upbringing as a model for how we parent, or in some cases, for what we most want to avoid when raising our children. Often, this strategy works well. When it does not, therapy can offer alternative strategies and techniques that might help. When each parent has a different approach and this is creating a problem for you, we will do our best to unite you as a team so that you can feel supported by each other while raising your children. Often this includes improving communication between the parents or other caregivers, as well as between each parent and child. We consider your children’s ages and stages of development, as well as your family’s strengths, values, and history, when suggesting interventions. Our goal is to teach you strategies that are effective in addressing family struggles so that your home life can become more peaceful, fulfilling, and enjoyable.  

We work with families that vary greatly in terms of family structure, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic class. We understand and respect how these differences might impact parenting. We welcome all families including LGBTQIA families, interracial families, single parent families and families where children are adopted or are being raised by grandparents/other relatives. At Strides In Psychotherapy, we truly enjoy and appreciate the many ways that people find love and build families together. Let us help to enhance yours!