What Is Parenting Support and How Do Challenges Show Up?
Parenting does not come with a manual. Even the most loving and well-intentioned parents can feel overwhelmed, unsure, or emotionally exhausted.
Parenting challenges may show up as:
Feeling constantly overwhelmed, frustrated, or burnt out
Doubting your parenting decisions or feeling like you are not doing enough
Struggles with boundaries, discipline, or consistency
Conflict with your child or teenager who feels stuck or escalating
Feeling triggered by your child’s behaviour in ways you do not expect
Difficulty balancing parenting with work, relationships, or self-care
Many parents feel pressure to get it right all the time, often at the expense of their own emotional well-being.
How Therapy Helps with Parenting Challenges
Parenting support in therapy is not about telling you how to parent. It is about helping you feel more confident, regulated, and supported in your role.
In therapy, we work to:
Understand what is driving your child’s behaviour
Strengthen emotional connection between parent and child
Develop effective and respectful boundaries
Reduce power struggles and reactivity
Increase confidence in your parenting approach
Support you in managing stress and emotional burnout
When parents feel supported, children often benefit too.
What Interventions Might Be Used?
Parenting support is collaborative and tailored to your family’s unique needs.
Depending on your situation, therapy may include:
Psychoeducation around child and adolescent development
Emotion coaching and co-regulation strategies
Support with discipline that aligns with your values
Communication tools for difficult conversations
Exploring how your own upbringing influences your parenting
Strategies to manage parental stress and emotional triggers
The goal is not perfection. It is helping you parent in a way that feels grounded, responsive, and sustainable.
How can I book a session?
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Book online
Schedule your first appointment through our online booking system by selecting a day and time that works for you.
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Get in touch directly
If you’d rather speak with someone directly, reach out by phone or email, and we’ll help you book your initial session.
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