You Are in the Right Place.
Reaching out for support often comes at a moment when things already feel heavy. You may not be sure what kind of help you need yet, only that something is not working the way you want it to.
You do not need to have clarity or the right words to begin. We can start with what you are noticing right now.
You Are in the Right Place.
Reaching out for support often comes at a moment when things already feel heavy. You may not be sure what kind of help you need yet, only that something is not working the way you want it to.
You do not need to have clarity or the right words to begin. We can start with what you are noticing right now.
If Parenting Feels Overwhelming or Reactive
You may be here because parenting feels harder than you expected.
You might notice:
Feeling easily triggered or reactive with your child
Big emotions or behaviors that feel difficult to manage
Guilt, frustration, or worry about doing it wrong
A desire to parent differently than how you were raised
These moments often involve attachment, nervous system regulation, and familiar patterns being activated under stress.
Support that may be helpful:
Parenting support
Family therapy
Parenting-focused courses and resources
When Your Child or Teen Is Struggling
You may be seeking support for your child while also noticing how much it affects the whole family.
You might notice:
Emotional outbursts, shutdowns, or behavioral challenges
Anxiety, overwhelm, or difficulty with transitions
Concerns related to neurodivergence, trauma, or attachment
Feeling unsure how to best support them
Supporting a child often means supporting the adults around them as well. Therapy can help create safety, understanding, and connection for everyone involved.
Support that may be helpful:
Individual therapy for children or teens
Family therapy
Attachment-informed parent support
Support that may be helpful:
Individual therapy for children or teens
Family therapy
Attachment-informed parent support
When Parenting Brings Up Your Own Attachment History
Many parents find that parenting brings up parts of their own childhood they did not expect.
You might notice:
Old memories or emotions resurfacing
Reactions that feel bigger than the moment
A desire to break cycles and create something different
Awareness of patterns without knowing how to change them
Healing your own attachment history can be an important part of supporting your child and yourself.
Support that may be helpful:
Individual therapy
Attachment-informed parenting support
If Attachment Trauma Is Affecting Your Relationships
Attachment trauma doesn’t only show up in parenting. It can also influence how we experience closeness and connection in adult relationships.
You may be navigating:
Repeating relationship patterns that feel hard to shift
Emotional distance, conflict, or fear of closeness
Lingering effects of childhood trauma or attachment wounds
Therapy can support awareness, nervous system regulation, and repair in relationships, helping you build connection that feels safer and more sustainable.
Support for Complex and Court-Involved Family Systems
Some families are navigating systems alongside parenting, including court involvement, child welfare, or mandated services. These situations often add stress, pressure, and a sense of being evaluated rather than supported.
I offer attachment-informed consultation and documentation support for families and professionals involved in:
Foster care and adoptive systems
Court-involved family situations
High-conflict or complex custody dynamics
Multidisciplinary care teams
This work focuses on understanding attachment needs, reducing harm, and supporting the emotional wellbeing of children and caregivers within complex systems.
If you are unsure whether this type of support applies to your situation, a consultation can help clarify next steps.
Training, Consultation, and Professional Support
I also provide attachment-informed training and consultation for professionals and organizations working with children and families.
This may include:
Training for court professionals, educators, or care teams
Consultation on attachment-related dynamics in complex cases
Support for professionals seeking a deeper understanding of trauma-informed, relational approaches
If you are reaching out in a professional capacity, a consultation is the best place to begin.
Ready to take the next step?
If you are ready to talk through what is coming up for you or your family, we can begin with a consultation and decide together what support makes the most sense.
If you prefer to start on your own, you can explore available resources below.
Connection begins with feeling understood.
Connection begins with feeling understood.
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