Therapy
Parenting Support and Parent Coaching
Some seasons of parenting are just hard. If meltdowns, defiance, screen battles or a new diagnosis have you out of ideas, a few focused sessions can give you a plan.
You do not have to bring your child
Parenting support sessions are for you. Sometimes the fastest way to help a child is to give the adults a consistent plan. You can come alone, with a co-parent, or with a grandparent who shares the caregiving.
Connection first
Most parenting advice is about consequences. The part that often makes the biggest difference is a few minutes a day of warm, focused time with your child, with no correcting and no screens. Your clinician will help you build that into a busy schedule, because children cooperate more with adults they feel close to.
What parents ask for help with
- Tantrums and meltdowns
- Defiance and arguing
- Bedtime, mornings and homework battles
- Screen time and phones
- Sibling fighting
- Parenting after a divorce or a move
- Understanding a new ADHD or autism diagnosis
What a parenting plan includes
- 1.
Describe the problem
Pin down when it happens, how often and what happens right after.
- 2.
Pick one goal
Start with the change that would make the biggest difference.
- 3.
Practice new responses
Clear instructions, praise that works, calm consequences and connection time.
- 4.
Review and adjust
Check what is working each week and fine tune.
After an autism or ADHD diagnosis
A diagnosis can bring relief and a long list of questions. Diana Cantu offers consulting sessions for parents new to an autism diagnosis, in English or Spanish. Nikki Holmes and Michelle Mitchell also work with parents on routines and behavior.
When parents disagree
Kids notice when the rules change depending on who is home. Sessions can help co-parents agree on the basics, even across two households.
When your child also needs therapy
If your child would benefit from their own sessions, your clinician can suggest a child or teen therapist on our team, and parents stay involved.
Questions about parent coaching
How many sessions does it take?
It depends on the goal. Many parents notice change once the new plan is used consistently for a few weeks.
Can both parents attend by video?
Yes. Telehealth works well when parents are in different places in Texas.
Do you work in Spanish?
Yes. Diana Cantu works with families in Spanish.
Get a plan you can use this week
Request an appointment online, or call or text 832-876-3232 and we will help you choose a therapist.