You're in the right place to thrive, not just survive, in parenthood. Get tools and support to empower you on this journey. You do not need to figure this out on your own. Support options available:
You deserve customized support that's unique to you and your parenthood story. Over the course of our sessions together, we will use evidence based methods to uncover the root cause of your triggers, tap into your instincts, and work through challenges you're facing. We'll devise a customized plan, full of the tools and strategies you need, to claim your joy and confidence in parenthood.
Similar to 1:1 coaching, but with your co parent! Receive guidance to help you and your partner communicate, resolve resentment, get on the same page in parenthood, and understand how your triggers impact each other. Experiencing parenthood together is such a beautiful, yet highly challenging, journey. Receiving coaching together will help your whole family thrive!
This is the option for you if you're looking to host a workshop for families. Workshops are tailored to the needs of your community. I will work with you to understand the needs of your group and then will create a custom tailored workshop full of hands on practice. The group will walk away with tangible tools to implement.
Coaching & Support for Caregivers
Want to see if we're a good fit? Schedule a free 15 min intro call below. From there we'll come up with a support plan that fits you best.
Feel free to reach out with further questions or just to chat.
I hold a masters degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis. I did my undergrad at UCLA and my grad at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I am trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and licensed as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
I've worked with families for over 15 years.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an action oriented and mindfulness based approach to therapy. It is often used to support stress and anxiety.
The goal of ACT is to learn how to navigate emotions, triggers, and stressors and live a life based on one's values.
I love using ACT techniques in my practice as I've seen how effective they are in helping clients navigate a range of difficult situations. The tools provided also help people take control over their own healing.
My approach is grounded in ACT techniques, while also informed by my personal and professional experiences.
Our process will be individualized and customized to your needs. Here is a basic overview of what working with me looks like:
Clearing/Unloading - Discuss your challenges and struggles.
Deeper Awareness- Identify and understand the root cause of these struggles.
Core Values - Explore and identify the core values that will provide you with the most life satisfaction.
Tools/Strategies - Develop a custom tool kit for your unique needs/struggles/goals.
Sustainability - Continue to tweak tools/strategies and make it a seamless part of everyday life.
Here are some of the most common reasons caregivers choose to work with me:
Postpartum mood disorders (depression, anxiety)
Feeling anxious, lost, confused, or overwhelmed by parenthood
Needing support with new transitions in parenting
Struggling with a diagnosis or challenge their child is facing
Wanting to increase confidence in parenting
Past trauma that is being triggered in parenthood
Navigating current difficulties in parenting
Struggling with balancing own needs vs child's needs or needing support meeting child's needs
Interested in breaking generational cycles
Struggling to co parent with partner
I serve caregivers of children of all ages from babies to older teens. I have extensive experience working with parents of children diagnosed with developmental disabilities.
That's really up to you! I'll work with you for however long or short you'd like and this will depend on your budget and needs. Ideally, I love to see clients for 5-6 sessions over the course of 4-6 weeks, then assess ongoing need.
Contact me for an intro call to determine if I'm the right fit for you OR go ahead and book a session! Once your first session is booked, I will send you intake paperwork.
Sessions are priced at:
60 min - $175
90 min- $260
If the cost is truly inaccessible to you, please email me to discuss a sliding rate, Lena@parenthoodcoaching.com
Packages with pricing specials are available, contact to discuss. Packages include text support outside of sessions.
Less than 24 hour cancellations are subject to full session charge.
I do not accept insurance at this time.
Sessions are held remotely. If you are located in Southern California, we can discuss options for in person sessions.
Partners - Yes. I offer couples or co parent coaching. We can discuss this format during an intro call. Couples coaching can be highly beneficial.
Children - Depends. We can discuss the benefits of bringing children into the session on a case by case basis, depending on need, however it is not common. These coaching sessions are primarily focused on YOU. Your emotions, your needs, your reactions and triggers.