Does it seem that parenting matters more to you than your partner?
- Are you constantly arguing about the kids?
- Do you have trouble setting limits for your children or step-children?
- Do you struggle with follow through?
- Are you concerned about the world your children are growing up in?
- Do you struggle with how to “co-parent” with your ex?
Are you struggling with trying to be a “good” parent in a world that seems to be “anti-family”?
Do you want to raise your children, step-children or grandchildren in a loving, supportive home? Are you feeling like you are being labeled as a “bad” parent? Are you stressed out about parenting to the point that you “just don’t want to deal with it anymore”? Are you skeptical of or lack understanding around alternative parenting strategies?
Being a parent/step-parent is not easy!
All parents “blow it” sometimes! You are not alone and there is only so much that you can control as a parent. We can help you look at what is most important for your family and learn additional tools to guide your children.
“Talk therapy” for reducing the stress of parenting in today’s world is just one tool in a whole “toolbox” of things that may be helpful. We will help you learn parenting strategies that are specific to your identified family issues.
Our approach:
Our approach is to build on the positive by working together with families to find their strengths first and helping each family member understand his/her role. By understanding family rules, boundaries and communication patterns, family members are all involved in strengthening the family unit.
Parents, Step-Parents, and Grand Parents — there is hope!
Family dynamics are constantly changing; just when you think you have a handle on one stage of your children’s lives, they are on to the next stage!
Sometimes just stopping to enjoy the “parenting ride” is needed to realize the positive experiences that are there! We just need to keep our eyes open for those experiences. Other times, there are serious issues that may come up as a parent. We are here to help in those times, too.
In-person and On-line appointments are available for Parenting Matters
After completion of your initial assessment appointments, you can choose where to have your session. If you feel that you would beenefit from face-to-face, in-person contact, appointments at the Wellness Matters clinic in Park Rapids, MN with therapist Sandy are available.
If privacy and conveniece are over-arching needs, on-line therapy sessions — also known as telehealth, teletherapy, telemedicine, e-visits and virtual care –are available utilizing your computer or smart phone. On-line appointments are available with both therapists Sandy and Carolyn.
For more information about on-line appointments, please check out the “on-line therapy“ tab.
Specialist in Parenting Matters
Wellness Matters’ therapist Sandy Espe, LPCC has specific education and training in parenting. Please read more about Sandy’s “Parent’s Forever” background in her biography by visiting About Us – Wellness Matters .
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