Parent Coaching
Parent Coaching for Caregivers in California
Why Parent Coaching?
Parenting can be as rewarding as it is challenging, especially when faced with behaviors, anxieties, or emotional regulation issues that feel beyond your current toolkit. Our parent coaching services are designed to help parents and caregivers navigate these hurdles by offering practical strategies and support. Whether it's improving your child’s behavior, managing their anxiety, or understanding their unique needs, we work collaboratively with you to identify and implement approaches that make a difference. Additionally, we guide families through complex systems, such as schools and regional centers, to secure services like IEPs or 504 Plans, ensuring your child receives the support they need.
We aim to equip parents step confidently into supporting the unique needs of their children.
Who We Help
We support parents and caregivers who are feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about how best to help their child or teen. Parenting today comes with an overload of information, making it difficult to determine what’s best for your family. Our approach helps parents align their parenting values with their individual and cultural backgrounds, providing clarity and confidence.
While the following list is not exhaustive, it offers a glimpse into the types of parent coaching support we offer and the needs parents often bring to the Child Psychology Center:
We help parents of:
Neurodiverse children or teens, such as those with ADHD or autism
Infants and toddlers to develop foundational parenting skills
Typical needs we address:
Managing meltdowns and tantrums
Responding to sensory sensitivities
Supporting social skill development
Navigating executive functioning challenges
Preparing for significant family transitions
Our collaborative approach empowers parents to better understand their children and themselves, creating a foundation for growth and connection.
Our Therapeutic Approach
Our work is grounded in evidence-based practices, including Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Parent Management Training (PMT), PC-Care, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). By tailoring these approaches to each family’s unique needs, we ensure strategies are practical, effective, and adaptable.
Common Goals for Parent Coaching
Our parent coaching services aim to address diverse family challenges. Common goals include:
Managing meltdowns and tantrums effectively
Understanding and responding to sensory sensitivities
Helping children improve social skills and make friends
Supporting teens in developing executive functioning strategies
Securing school accommodations, such as IEPs or 504 Plans
Decreasing reinforcement of anxious behaviors
Improving sleep routines and independence
Enhancing family relationships
Whether short-term or long-term, our coaching equips parents with tools to meet their specific needs and foster family harmony.
What a Typical Session Looks Like
Parent coaching sessions are highly individualized. For families with specific, time-limited goals, such as preparing a child for a move, sessions might focus on immediate strategies and support. For others, sessions span several months, addressing broader challenges and equipping parents with a variety of tools. Typically, we meet weekly or biweekly, transitioning to monthly check-ins as progress is made. Sessions are dynamic, ensuring both overall goals and pressing concerns are addressed.
Our Unique Approach
Our approach stands out because of its flexibility and commitment to individualization. By drawing on a range of evidence-based practices, we adapt strategies to meet the unique challenges of each family. Parents benefit from expert guidance tailored to their specific goals and circumstances, ensuring they feel supported and empowered throughout the process.
Collaboration with Clients and Families
Collaboration is at the heart of our parent coaching services. Parents drive the process, setting realistic and meaningful goals while providing regular feedback. We work together to ensure each session feels impactful and aligned with family needs.
Collaborative efforts include:
Establishing clear, achievable goals
Personalizing treatment plans based on feedback
Offering tools and strategies for immediate use
Adapting approaches to align with family values
This partnership ensures parents feel heard, supported, and equipped to meet their child’s needs effectively.
Challenges Addressed in Parent Coaching
We address a variety of challenges, including:
Managing fidgety behaviors and transitions
Supporting executive functioning skills
Developing effective bedtime routines
Addressing picky eating habits
Overcoming separation anxiety or school avoidance
Securing educational or regional center services
Managing physically or verbally aggressive behaviors
Increasing comfort and confidence in team sports
Associated diagnoses often include ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), anxiety disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
What Clients Can Expect
Sessions are collaborative, dynamic, and solution-focused. While we remain committed to long-term goals, we also address pressing challenges as they arise. Parents often report increased confidence in their parenting strategies and a greater sense of empowerment. Our welcoming, supportive environment ensures you feel comfortable seeking help whenever needed, even after therapy has concluded.
Long-Term Benefits of Parent Coaching
Parent coaching offers transformative, lasting benefits for families:
Increased confidence in parenting strategies
Improved family communication and relationships
Effective tools for managing a variety of challenges
Enhanced problem-solving and adaptability
Better outcomes for children across home, school, and social settings
With these tools and insights, parents feel empowered to support their children’s growth and navigate future challenges with confidence.
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Other Services:
Child Psychology Center offers neuro-affirming, culturally competent, evidence-based therapy for children (ages 0+), teens and caregivers. We offer virtual therapy for people throughout all of California, and we offer in-person therapy in Carlsbad, CA. Our services are available in both English and Mandarin. Our licensed psychologists offer psychological assessments. While our therapists specialize in treating children, we also treat adults. We specialize in treating anxiety, child behavioral problems, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), ADHD, autism (ASD), and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). We offer parent coaching and consultation. We would love to support you along your journey. Reach out for a free 15-minute consultation today!