Jessica Smith LICSW
Child and Family Therapist
parentsupports.net
Parenting Support
You have come to a place where the ups and downs of parenting are understood and appreciated. In today's ever changing world, children are more susceptible to anxiety and upset, leaving them more emotional and harder to parent. Let me help you navigate the best way to handle tantrums, meltdowns, fears, worries, sadness and anger. Your children deserve the best of you. I can help you better understand them and learn effective ways to reconnect and support them as they grow and learn.
About Me
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My Experience
For over 20 years I have been working with parents who have challenging children. I truly believe that children are telling us something with their behavior and I can help you better understand what that message is. Once we figure out your child together, we can form a plan to help you parent them in the way they need. In the end, a healthier, stronger bond will take shape.
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My Approach
When I start to work with parents I always like to hear about the goodness in their child. I want to learn about the things that make your child smile. From there, I will help parents figure out when things started to turn and reframe the way parents view the current struggles they are having with their child. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help parents better understand why a child is acting in a certain way. I also help parents focus on the here and now (Mindfulness) in an effort to decrease the worry about their child's future. Family Systems approach will help parents recognize the dynamics between each family member and how they play off each other to keep behaviors around.
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My Goal
While working with me, I want you to feel heard and understood. I want you to be able to see that your relationship with your child can get better and that there is a bright future ahead. I want to help you navigate school systems and get additional support for your child if it is needed. My goal is to help you feel supported and help you gain more information on ways to best support your child.
Get in Touch
Licensed in MA, PA and NH
Most insurance accepted
Virtual and In-person appointments available.
617 299 1043