Parenting Consults
Parenting consults are for any parent or caregiver who needs support in managing their child’s challenging behaviors and/or emotions. During the consult, one or both parents (or any primary caregiver) meet with a clinician to discuss concerns and develop a plan to address problem areas and increase family functioning. The clinician will provide psychoeducation about the child’s developmental needs and offer evidence-based strategies to support parents as they navigate their family’s needs.
Parenting consults are brief (typically 2 to 4 sessions) and target specific goals. These consultations are ideal for parents who are unsure of where to start in seeking help or whose child is unable to get in to see a mental health professional due to long waitlists in the community. In some cases, the clinician may recommend additional treatment and/or assessment.
Parenting consults can help with:
Disruptive behaviors (tantrums, acting out)
Sleep disturbances
Picky eating
Potty training
Attention and learning difficulties
Managing screen time
Sibling rivalry
If you are interested in scheduling a parenting consultation, please email info@brightsparkrva.com.