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Premarital & Pre-Baby Coaching​

Psychotherapy for DC area parents, couples, & families​​

Relationship & Parent Coaching for people everywhere

 

Grief, Postpartum, & Intergenerational Intensives 

Group Support & Parenting Classes

Guest speaking with your schools, groups & communities 

Professional consultations & collaborations​​


 

Premarital & Pre-Baby Coaching​

 

Premarital Coaching

 

Set the tone for your future together.

 

Based on the lessons from my extensive trauma-informed training & 23 years supporting couples, families, & children along all phases of relationships and parenting. 

 

I bring a direct, empowering, fun experience where both individuals feel supported & prepared to enter a meaningful union with proactive tools to maximize your joy while minimizing conflict. Real guidance with your values & goals as a driving force in a safe, affirming experience. 

Build on your foundation & vision of your shared future

Communication tools for maintaining intimacy, a sense of safety & friendship

Support each other's mental health while continuing your own evolution

Boundaries & dealing with extended family

Family decisions & babies

Ready to sign up? Purchase your 3 session package with the "Book Now" button above. 

Then send me an email to schedule your times HERE

In collaboration with She Presides: Inclusive Ceremonies for All

Pre-Baby Coaching​

For those deciding.

You may not be sure you want kids. You may disagree on your family plan. You may be facing an undesired pregnancy and struggling with those feelings. You may be wrestling with how dangerous pregnancy has been to so many women in this country, and you don't want to face danger for yourself, or your baby.

For those already on this path, but struggling.

Have you experienced complications during your pregnancy that have led to anxiety or worry?

Are you excited but very nervous about how you will handle becoming a mom or dad?

Are you concerned that your childhood will influence your parenting approach in a stressful or negative way?

Do you worry that you can't handle the physical and mental challenge of labor?

Are you and your partner feeling distant from each other since you've become parents? 

Are you entering this chapter without a partner but want your family & friends actively supporting you & your baby?

For third trimester and postpartum life.

With a practical, collaborative approach we will help you welcome your newborn into a household where you and your family are healthy, thriving, and able to laugh. Some things you can expect:

- Gain a sense of calm that you can use to better handle stress, now and in the future

- Reduce tension and manage anxiety

- Improve communication & deepen your friendship with your partner

- Understanding the emotional layers of sleep, feeding, & coping with decision making

- Feel confident in the connection you are building with your baby

- Proactive work in developing your parenting approach that fits your family's needs

- Help your older child(ren) adapt to the new baby

- Sharing the mental load & to-do list

- When to ask for help & foundational family mental health

- Family of origin relationships, goals & needed boundaries

 

As a mom of five children, I am very familiar with how rocky the road can be with welcoming each additional child and integrating them into the family. My personal experience, along with many years working with local families, inspires the work I do everyday. 

 Psychotherapy for DC area parents, couples, families, & people
 

         Comprehensive support for your emotional needs & relationships.

         

      

 

        Some topics I am prepared to address with you: 

        Babies & Toddlers: Needs, Realities, & New Perspective

 

        Neurodiversity & Co-Existing with Differences (often related to school stress)

 

        Multiracial & Multicultural Considerations

 

        Grieving & Traumatized While Parenting 

 

        Preventing Childhood Trauma & Abuse in your family

 

        Raising a Good, Kind Person & Sibling: Begin with the End in Mind 

        Family Mental Health Basics & Stress Management

 

        Gender, Boundaries, Bodies & Healthy Relationships

        Exploring Bias & De-Centering Whiteness Creatively: Raising an Includer Who Cares

        Positive, Peaceful Communication for Parents & Other Caregivers

        Supporting Your Kids with Anxiety, Fear, & Uncertainty

Group Support & Parenting Classes

Grief, Postpartum, & Intergenerational Intensives

Guest speaking with your groups & communities

Interactive - Affirming - Straightforward - Inclusive

Professional consultations & collaborations


 

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