Being a parent is NOT easy. Parents generally are doing the best they can, but sometimes the best is not what their child needs. That is why when a child takes part in therapy for their needs a parent is a BIG part of the process.

Parent sessions will take place for children 10 and under every fourth session. During the parent session the child is not present, so that they are not negatively impacted by what is reported during this time. 

This session is for the parents to update the therapist about how their child is doing at home, school, etc. This generally means telling the therapist what is working, how therapy is going from their perspective, and what is not working. There might also be new developments that the therapist needs to be made aware of.

This session is also for the parents to discuss their parenting techniques and strategies, to get input on what they would like to change, and for the therapist to give recommendations on new skills to try.

The therapist will give general updates on the child's progress, without jeopardizing the safety of the therapeutic relationship.

Children 11 and up are part of family sessions, at their discretion to have them.

Sessions are generally 30 minutes long. For situations where parents cannot be in the same session, it will extend to 45 minutes in order to give each parent 20 minutes. Parent sessions are virtual.

Benable link on the side has ongoing lists of recommendations of books and resources for Parents.

New Treatment Option for Parents
For parents that want an intensive parent training of 10-week therapy sessions. All 10 sessions need to be booked at the same time, though each will be charged separately. This is utilizing the Child-Parent Relational Therapy model and requires commitment to the complete 10 sessions. Please contact Krystle for further details.

Resources

-To the left you can find a link to my recommended books and other resources on helping you become a better parent or resources for your children themselves.

-Below there is a link to a podcast on parenting with a play therapy lens. I am not affiliated with the podcaster and believe it to be a valuable resource for parents.