What are parenting difficulties?
Parenting difficulties tend to arise when we do not live up to our own expectations of being a perfect parent with perfect children. We are all imperfect, with limitations and we all experience difficulties. Some parents seek the help of a psychologist and counselling due to parenting difficulties in their own childhood, while others may be in need of support through specific ordeals such as a child being bullied or a child going through a mental health concern. Parenting difficulties usually impact the wider family unit and relationship dynamics can begin to change and fracture leading to relationship distress.
Why choose us?
Our therapists have extensive experience in helping parents (with children of any age) to begin the move toward a more harmonious family life. Our psychologists are on hand to help you to understand your parenting style, while examining any thoughts, feelings and behaviours which are causing distress. Your therapist will create and explain a bespoke treatment plan after your initial consultation.
Would you benefit from parenting counselling?
There are several indicators that you may benefit from therapy for parenting concerns. Some of the most common reasons why you may seek professional help include:
- Struggling to control anger
- Struggling to cope as a single parent
- Disagreeing with a partner on parenting style
- Being accepted or accepting stepchildren
- Feelings of failing as a parent
- Ongoing conflict with children
