Parent Coaching
Empowered Parenting: Tools for Lasting Change
ARE YOU DOING YOUR BEST BUT STILL FEELING FRUSTRATED OR DISCONNECTED FROM YOUR CHILD ?
Parenting is deeply rewarding—but it can also feel overwhelming. From sleepless nights with toddlers to navigating your teen’s independence, there are moments when every parent wonders, “Am I doing this right?” At Georgia Family Therapy, we provide supportive, practical guidance to help parents strengthen connection, confidence, and emotional balance at home.
Does This Sound Familiar?
Parenting can feel overwhelming at times, especially when you’re trying to support your child while managing your own stress and emotions. You may find yourself:
Uncertain if your child’s behavior is typical
You may question whether what you’re seeing is a phase or a sign that additional support is needed.
Feeling reactive or unsure what to say
You may know the kind of parent you want to be, yet struggle in the moment to respond in ways that align with your values.
Feeling disconnected from your child
Communication may feel strained, distant, or filled with misunderstandings.
Struggling with daily routines
Daily routines can turn into power struggles, leaving everyone feeling frustrated and exhausted.
If this sounds like you, you’re not alone—and support is available. Therapy and coaching can help you parent with greater confidence and connection.
How Parent Therapy & Coaching Help
Parent sessions create a safe, judgment-free space to explore challenges and build effective tools for your family’s unique needs. You’ll learn how to:
Set realistic parenting goals and identify your strengths
Manage stress, burnout, and guilt
Strengthen your bond with your child or teen
Improve communication and co-parenting dynamics
Use positive discipline and emotion-coaching strategies that work
Understand your child’s behavior through a developmental and attachment lens
Our Approach
Every family is different—so we tailor our methods to your parenting style, child’s temperament, and family culture.
Parent Consultation
One or several sessions designed to address specific concerns (e.g., tantrums, school stress, sibling conflict) and provide targeted tools.
Parent Coaching & Positive Discipline
Ongoing sessions using attachment-informed strategies to help you guide your child with firmness and warmth—promoting cooperation and respect.
Parent Child Relationship Therapy
A short-term, play-based program where parents learn therapeutic play skills. This approach strengthens attachment and helps you understand your child’s emotions through play.
Theraplay
A structured, experiential form of parent–child therapy that enhances connection, trust, and joy. Sessions include observation through the Marschak Interaction Method (MIM), followed by guided family play activities and reflection. Parents gain confidence leading nurturing, engaging interactions.
Maternal & Paternal Mental Health Support
Individual therapy for mothers and fathers navigating pregnancy, postpartum transitions, and identity shifts. Learn to manage anxiety, balance self-care, and redefine your sense of self within parenthood.
Our team collaborates with you every step of the way—offering practical guidance and emotional support to create a calmer, more connected home.
What to Expect
Our parent therapy program is an innovative, 15-session parent coaching journey designed to help you strengthen your relationship with your child and feel more confident as a parent. The program combines observation, feedback, and hands-on parenting tools drawn from Positive Discipline, Parent-Child Relationship Therapy (PCRT), and Theraplay—evidence-based approaches that promote connection, emotional regulation, and cooperation.
1. Intake and Consultation
The first session is a consultation where you’ll share your concerns, family background, and goals for therapy. Together, we’ll identify the main challenges you’d like to address and outline a plan that fits your family’s needs.
2. Observation and Assessment
Next, we’ll invite you to attend a parent-child observation session. Through guided play and structured activities, we’ll observe how you and your child interact, noting strengths and areas for growth. Following the observation, we’ll schedule a feedback session to discuss insights from the assessment and create a personalized roadmap for your parent coaching work.
3. Parent Coaching Sessions
After the assessment phase (typically four sessions), we begin the parenting treatment phase. These weekly or biweekly sessions integrate learning, reflection, and practice. You’ll explore emotion-coaching, positive discipline techniques, and attachment-based strategies tailored to your child’s temperament and developmental stage. Across six sessions, we’ll focus on concrete tools you can practice at home to create lasting change in your family dynamics.
4. Parent-Child Interaction Sessions
In the final phase, you’ll participate in parent-child sessions designed to put your new skills into action. These sessions help you strengthen emotional bonds, improve communication, and build secure attachment through shared activities and guided coaching. You’ll leave the program with a deeper understanding of your child and renewed confidence in your ability to nurture growth, connection, and resilience.
Meet Our Therapists
Dr. Aurélie Weinstein, PhD, LPC, RPT
Founder and parent–child specialist with advanced training in Parent Child Relationship Therapy, Theraplay, and Positive Discipline. Dr Weinstein helps parents strengthen connection, manage anxiety, and approach discipline with empathy and confidence.
Candace Johnson, NCC, APC
Therapist and parent coach specializing in child and teen anxiety, neurodivergence, and family stress. Candace helps parents navigate behavioral challenges, screen time struggles, and communication breakdowns with warmth and clarity.
Aurélie Weinstein
Founder and Director
Candace Johnson, MCMHC, APC, NCC
Child/Teen Therapist
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is this therapy only for moms?
No. We welcome mothers, fathers, and caregivers of all genders and backgrounds. Every parent deserves support.
Do you work with co-parents or blended families?
Absolutely. We support all family structures and help parents align values, improve communication, and reduce conflict for the child’s benefit.
Can you help with screen time and technology conflicts?
Yes. We help families set healthy boundaries around devices and social media, while promoting emotional regulation and real-world connection.
How long does parent coaching take?
Our structured program typically includes 15 sessions, though some parents benefit from shorter consultations or ongoing support depending on needs.
