WHAT WE HELP WITH
Therapy for Parenting
in person for Lubbock, TX and virtually for all of Texas
There's no manual for this — and most of us are parenting with our own history in the background. Therapy can help you break old patterns, connect more deeply with your kids, and show up as the parent you want to be.
Accepting new clients --- Most Insurances Accepted
YOU MIGHT RELATE
Does This Sound Like You?
Parenting is one of the most rewarding — and most challenging — roles a person can take on. You might recognize yourself in some of these:
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You lose your patience faster than you'd like, and the guilt afterward is overwhelming
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You're doing your best, but you're not sure if your best is good enough
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Your child's behavior or emotions regularly push you to your limit
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You find yourself parenting the way you were parented — and not always in ways you like
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You feel disconnected from your child and don't know how to bridge the gap
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You're navigating a major transition — divorce, blended family, a new baby — and it's affecting your whole family
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You worry constantly about your child and whether you're making the right calls
Good parents ask for help. That's exactly what brings you here.
OUR APPROACH
How We Help with Parenting
Parenting challenges are rarely just about the child — they're about the whole family system, including your history, your stress load, your relationship with your co-parent, and what you're bringing from your own childhood. Our therapists work with you as an individual and, when helpful, with your family as a whole.
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) helps you identify the thought patterns and emotional triggers that lead to parenting responses you're not proud of — and develop more intentional alternatives. ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) is especially helpful for parenting anxiety and the relentless self-judgment many parents carry, helping you act from your values rather than from fear or guilt. For parents working through their own childhood history that's showing up in their parenting, EMDR can help process and heal those roots.
We also use evidence-based parent training approaches — helping you understand child development, build connection with your child, and respond to difficult behavior in ways that actually work. When a child is struggling, we often work with both the parent and the child, using approaches like Play Therapy or TF-CBT depending on the child's needs. For parents of children struggling with anxiety, OCD, or ARFID, we offer SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) — a research-based, parent-focused treatment developed at Yale that works entirely through the parent. Rather than treating the child directly, SPACE teaches you how to change the patterns at home that inadvertently maintain your child's anxiety, leading to proven improvements in both your child's functioning and your own. Your therapist will collaborate with you to figure out what combination of support makes the most sense for your family.
Recovery is possible.
1 in 5 parents report feeling overwhelmed by parenting most of the time — yet most never seek support. Therapy can make a real difference.
THE PROCESS
What to Expect
Step 1: Reach Out
Fill out our short contact form or call us. We'll follow up within one business day to answer questions and get you scheduled.
Step 2: Your First Session
Your therapist will take time to understand your history, what's been hard, and what you're hoping to get out of therapy. No pressure, no homework — just conversation.
Step 3: Start Making Progress
Together, you'll build practical tools to interrupt thought and behavior patterns. Most clients notice a shift in how they respond to stress within the first few sessions.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Is parenting support therapy just for parents who are struggling? __ Not at all. Many parents come to therapy because they want to be more intentional — even when things are generally going okay. Others come in the middle of a real crisis. Wherever you are, there's value in having a thoughtful, knowledgeable professional in your corner.
Does my child need to come to sessions too? __ Not necessarily. Sometimes parenting support is just for you — working on your own patterns, stress, and responses. Other times, it makes sense to bring your child in for family sessions or to connect them with their own therapist. We'll figure out what fits your situation.
My partner and I are on the same page about most things, but parenting is a constant argument. Can therapy help? __ Yes. Co-parenting conflict is one of the most common things that brings parents into therapy. Whether you're together or separated, learning to co-parent more effectively has a direct positive impact on your children's wellbeing.
I'm a single parent. Is this relevant for me? __ Absolutely. Single parents often carry an enormous load — the emotional, logistical, and financial weight of parenting without a co-parent. Therapy can offer support, skill-building, and a space to process the unique challenges of single parenting.
Do I need to be on medication to get better? Not necessarily. Many people experience significant relief through therapy alone. That said, medication can be a helpful part of treatment for some people, especially when depression is more severe. If we feel it's worth exploring, I'm happy to talk through that option and refer you to a trusted provider who can help.
I think my parenting issues are tied to my own childhood. Is that something you address? __ Yes — and this is incredibly common. Many parents find themselves triggered by their children in ways that connect directly to their own history. Addressing those roots in therapy, through approaches like EMDR or trauma-informed CBT, often brings significant relief and lasting change.
Do you offer telehealth for parenting support? __ Yes. Parenting support works well via telehealth, and many parents appreciate the flexibility of not having to find childcare just to make an appointment. We offer telehealth to clients anywhere in Texas.
How long does parenting support therapy typically last? __ It depends on your goals and situation. Some parents come for a focused 8–12 sessions to address a specific challenge. Others engage in longer-term work, especially if there are deeper personal or relational issues involved. Your therapist will help you think about what makes sense.
What is SPACE Treatment, and is it right for my child? __ SPACE stands for Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions — a treatment developed at Yale specifically for parents of children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD, or ARFID (avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder). What makes SPACE unique is that it works entirely through the parent: your child doesn't come to sessions at all. Instead, you learn to recognize and reduce "family accommodation" — the ways parents naturally try to protect their child from anxiety (reassurance, avoidance, doing things for them) that unintentionally keep the anxiety going. Research shows SPACE produces improvements in children's anxiety symptoms and daily functioning that are comparable to child-directed CBT — and it can be especially useful when a child refuses to attend therapy, or when parents want to play an active role in their child's recovery. If your child is struggling with anxiety, OCD, or ARFID, ask us whether SPACE might be a good fit.
Can you help with a specific parenting challenge, like a child's diagnosis or a divorce? __ Yes. We regularly help parents navigate specific situations — supporting a child with ADHD, adjusting after a divorce or separation, managing a blended family, helping a child through grief, or responding to a mental health crisis. You don't need a general problem to seek support.
How do I get started? You can reach out through our contact page or click the Get Started button to request an appointment. Taking that first step is often the hardest part — I'm glad you're here.