Parents Need Help, Too!
My clients struggle in ways that might feel all too familiar. Like a swan gliding across a tranquil lake, they appear poised and composed on the surface, but beneath the water, they’re paddling furiously just to stay afloat. From the outside, they seem to have it all together—a successful career, a beautiful home, and perhaps even the picture-perfect family. But inside, the struggle feels relentless.
No one sees the absolute struggle life can be with an exceptional and complex child. For some, this struggle shows up as tension at home—parenting feels overwhelming, conversations with their partner turn sharp, or they snap at their kids in frustration. For others, it looks like pushing through endless to-do lists, feeling stuck in a cycle of over-commitment, and longing for a break they can’t seem to find. Self-care becomes an afterthought, and each day feels like something to endure rather than enjoy.
Does this sound like you?
When my clients first come to me, they feel stretched too thin. They often ask themselves:
- “I can’t take a break, there is too much on the line!”
- “Why can’t I keep up?”
- “Do other families have secret clones handling their laundry and errands?”
They’ve dismissed ideas like massages, personal trainers, or even small indulgences, convinced that time and money would be better spent remodeling the bathroom or tackling an endless list of obligations. Therapy feels like one more thing they don’t have time for—another “to-do” rather than a lifeline.
Many of my clients feel shame and guilt, believing they should just try harder, that something is wrong with them for not being able to keep up. They intellectually know that they have more on their plate than the average parent but their nervous system hasn’t received the message. Some worry they’ll never escape the relentless grind. And over time, they lose sight of what brings them joy, who they truly are, or even what they want out of life.
But it doesn’t have to stay this way.
Like my clients, you deserve more than survival. You deserve ease, joy, and a life that feels soft and fulfilling even with your challenging parenting situation.
Therapy can be the turning point—a space to untangle the stress, reconnect with yourself, and learn how to embrace a life you love. Together, we’ll explore what’s been holding you back and help you rediscover the version of yourself that feels vibrant, capable, and whole.
You don’t have to keep paddling furiously. Let’s create the change you’ve been yearning for.
Book a FREE 15 minute consultation below and let’s see if therapy is right for you.