Nothing really prepares you to become a parent. While some of us were fortunate enough to have supportive, present, and emotionally regulated parents, others grew up in homes where the dynamic between child and parent was inconsistent, scary, or even abusive.
When this is the case, knowing how to handle the challenges with our own children is even harder. And the truth is, even for those who did have a safe, secure childhood, you can never be fully prepared to handle sticky situations with your own children. You never really know what behavioral or emotional challenges your child may struggle with and how those will affect you and your family.
This is where parent coaching comes in.
What Do I Need to Know About Parent Coaching?
Parent coaching is for any parent who wishes to resolve behavioral or emotional challenges with their children. These struggles can include typical daily issues such as:
- Morning routines
- Homework struggles
- Sibling bickering
- Following directions
- Managing excessive screen time or gaming
My specialized and tailored coaching approach can provide valuable support for families navigating more challenging behavioral and emotional concerns. Whether you’re raising a spirited child whose high energy and sensitivity present daily hurdles or trying to help a picky eater expand their food choices, coaching offers practical tools and emotional reinforcement.
For families experiencing significant life changes, such as divorce or the blending of households, a coach can help parents create stability and nurture open communication. In times of grief or when a parent is facing a serious illness, coaching can guide caregivers in offering comfort, security, and age-appropriate conversations to help children process difficult emotions. When school refusal becomes an issue, a parent coach can work with you to identify underlying causes, such as anxiety, bullying, or academic pressure, and develop strategies to reengage your child in learning.
The teenage years can bring added complexity, especially when dealing with anger, defiance, or withdrawal. Coaching provides a framework for understanding these behaviors and responding in ways that preserve connection and mutual respect.
If your child or teen struggles with anxiety, ADHD, or depression, parent coaching can complement therapeutic care, helping you create an environment that supports emotional regulation and resilience.
As a parent coach in Boulder, CO, I also offer proven techniques for de-escalation and healthy emotional expression for parents overwhelmed by emotional outbursts, sudden tantrums, or chronic frustration. Through these situations, parent coaching empowers caregivers with the insight, skills, and confidence to guide their children through even the most demanding challenges.
I Can Help You and Your Child
As an experienced clinician with training in Trauma-Informed Nonviolent Parenting, I have helped many parents strengthen their connections with their children or teens, reduce relationship tension, improve cooperation, and experience more peace in the household.
If you would like to learn more about parent coaching, please contact me to schedule a free 20-minute phone consultation.