Co-Parenting / Separation Consultation
The shift from being a couple to being co-parents can feel overwhelming. It’s a major life transition that requires intentional effort and support. Many parents come to this process feeling worried about how the changes will affect their children and wanting to be sure they’re doing what’s best for them. Therapy in this context is structured and goal-oriented, focusing on establishing clear parenting plans, developing practical communication strategies, and reducing conflict. Sessions remain child-centered, ensuring that joint decisions prioritize the well-being and emotional stability of the children. My aim is to foster a cooperative, respectful partnership between parents and to support the creation of a stable, nurturing environment where children can thrive.
Sessions are typically 50 minutes.
FAQs
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Sessions are typically 50 minutes and are structured, focusing on collaboration. I help parents identify shared goals, establish communication routines, and create clear, child-centered parenting plans.
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Depending on the situation, sessions may be joint or individual. Some parents benefit from starting separately to clarify their goals or reduce tension before working collaboratively. However, the goal is to create a structure of communication that you, as co-parents, can maintain independently outside of therapy.
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Conflict is common during separation. The goal isn’t perfect agreement, but progress toward workable, respectful communication and a plan that protects children’s stability and emotional well-being.
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This is not couples therapy. The focus of co-parenting work is on building an effective parenting partnership — shifting from the emotional dynamic of the past relationship to a practical, cooperative approach centered around what’s best for the children.
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Sometimes only one parent is ready to start. In those cases, individual consultation can still be valuable — helping you approach communication, boundaries, and transitions with more clarity and calm.
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Every family is different. Some parents benefit from a few structured sessions to establish a plan, while others continue for ongoing support during transitions or new life stages.
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All discussions come back to what best supports the children’s well-being. This includes their sense of safety, consistency, and emotional security across both homes.
