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Providing Parenting Coaching in NYC

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Providing Parenting Coaching in NYC

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Why Parenting Coaching?

Raising children is one of life’s most fulfilling yet demanding responsibilities. While parenting may seem like an innate aspect of being human, most of us navigate it through trial and error. Juggling our careers, relationships, and personal well-being while prioritizing the needs of our children and family members can feel like a chaotic balancing act.

Many parents ponder how to raise self-reliant, thriving children while avoiding overprotectiveness, and how to maintain their own identity while attending to their children’s needs. These are common dilemmas faced by modern parents. Despite the abundance of expert advice, many of us question whether we are doing it right and worry about the long-term impact of our missteps on our children.

At The Midtown Practice, we believe the only universal truth about parenting is that there is no singular, perfect approach. Each child is unique, and nurturing depends on the individual needs of your offspring. We rely on foundational concepts supported by developmental psychology, longitudinal studies, and cross-cultural literature to guide and support you through your most challenging parenting moments. Additionally, when indicated, we are able to draw on the multidisciplinary expertise of our colleagues at The Midtown Practice, including child and adolescent therapists and prescribers, and couples and family therapists.

What kinds of problems can parent coaching address?

Childhood experiences often leave us with unresolved issues that can resurface when we become parents ourselves. Certain events may trigger personal pain or trauma rooted in our own upbringing, making parenting especially challenging. Through collaboration, we can reflect on these difficult moments, recognize patterns, and determine if they connect to your past experiences. Additionally, we can help navigate potential conflicts between you and your partner, identify your unique parenting approach, and develop strategies to become more adaptable, discipline effectively, and create a safe space for your children to explore and grow while fostering their independence.

How do I find balance?

Balancing the demands of parenthood while taking care of personal health, relationships, careers, and individual needs is a struggle for most parents. We recognize that parenting is a messy and challenging process. At The Midtown Practice, we offer support in navigating life’s complexities, helping you identify and prioritize your most important choices. We encourage you to tune out external judgments, cultivate inner peace, and embrace the imperfections of child-rearing. Together, we’ll strive to transform challenging parenting experiences into opportunities for building resilience and fostering personal growth and joy for both you and your children.

Our Process
1

Connect

Schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation with our highly trained Clinical Coordinator, Alli Malamut, by either:

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Get matched

In order to find you an ideal fitting clinician or therapist, our Clinical Coordinator will want to learn more about you. Specifically, it would be helpful to hear about your concerns, personal preferences, and any relevant logistical matters (for example, in-person or video sessions? best time or day to meet?)

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Check the fit

Connect with the clinician or therapist you are matched with to ask questions, share history, and make sure you feel comfortable about moving forward. If so, book your first session. If it does not feel right, circle back with us.

Schedule time to meet with your new clinician or therapist and work towards living a more fulfilling life! Over the years, we’ve found our thoughtful matching process is the surest way to find you an ideal clinician or therapist and achieve the best outcome for you.

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