Counselling for parents
Therapy for Carers & Parents in the UK (South West), Uganda, and Internationally
Online Therapy for Parents & Carers in the UK (South West), Uganda & Internationally
I offer supportive online therapy for parents, carers, and families in the South West of England, Uganda, and worldwide. My goal is to help strengthen co-parenting relationships, improve family communication, and support the mental health and well-being of both caregivers and children.
Together, we’ll work toward creating a more connected, resilient, and nurturing family environment.
Are you a parent or caregiver? I provide Online Counselling for Parents Carers in UK (South West), Uganda, and Internationally Feeling concerned about your child’s behavior?
Struggling with Parenting Challenges? You’re Not Alone.
Are you worried about the friends your child is choosing? Concerned they might get into trouble or that their actions are leaving you feeling helpless, overwhelmed, or questioning your parenting abilities?
Parenting is one of the most rewarding—and toughest—roles in life. It’s normal to feel torn between being firm and showing empathy. These internal struggles can take a toll on your well-being and affect your family relationships.
That’s where professional parenting counseling can help.
Compassionate Parenting Support at Acorn Therapy
At Acorn Therapy, we provide a warm, non-judgmental space where you can explore your parenting challenges and gain the tools to navigate them with confidence. Our experienced parenting counselors are here to support you through the ups and downs of raising children—whether you’re dealing with disobedience, emotional struggles like self-harm, or difficult family dynamics.
How Parent Counseling Can Help You
Parent counseling focuses on you as a parent—your role, challenges, and the impact you have on your family. Unlike family therapy, which involves the whole family unit, parent counseling gives you the space to reflect, process, and grow individually.
With the support of a trained therapist, you will:
Understand your parenting style and how it affects your child
Develop healthier communication strategies
Build confidence in your decision-making
Learn how to manage conflict and emotional outbursts
Create a more peaceful and connected home environment
What to Expect in Parenting Therapy
Every family is unique, and so is every session. We’ll explore what matters most to you—whether it’s improving your relationship with your child, setting healthy boundaries, or finding ways to manage stress and avoid burnout.
You’ll be encouraged to share your experiences, challenges, and goals in a supportive setting. Together, we’ll work on practical strategies that suit your lifestyle and parenting values.
Ready to Strengthen Your Parenting Skills?
You don’t have to face these challenges alone. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. At Acorn Therapy, I’m here to walk alongside you, offering guidance, encouragement, and tools to help you feel empowered in your parenting journey.
Let’s create a calmer, more connected family life—starting today.
How Can Parent Counselling Help My Family?
Here are some compelling benefits of parent counseling that can really make a difference:
First off, it provides you with an unbiased view of your family life, allowing you to make better decisions with guidance from an experienced professional.
You’ll also gain a deeper understanding of your parenting style, helping you pinpoint what’s working well and what might need some tweaking. By focusing on your strengths and tackling any weaknesses, you can become a more effective parent.
Additionally, parent counseling can boost your conflict resolution skills. It equips you with practical strategies to handle disagreements in a positive way, setting a great example for your child about how to engage in healthy discussions rather than resorting to anger or confusion.
When parent-child conflicts arise, it’s easy to feel stuck. Counselors can help you reassess your expectations, guiding you through the process and offering various techniques to work through these challenges smoothly.
Finally, and perhaps most importantly, parent counseling takes the weight off the idea of being a “perfect” parent. Many parents shy away from seeking help due to a fear of being seen as inadequate. In truth, reaching out for support is a powerful step toward growth. Counselors work without judgment to help parents become the best versions of themselves. By taking these steps to improve your parenting, you show your commitment to your children, which can lead to lasting positive changes for your entire family.
You may be experiencing some of the following parenting issues:
- Parents and carers who is experiencing some problems with your child or children, whether they are young, adolescent or fully grown
- Thinking about fostering, adopting or stepchildren and managing the impact and effects this has on you
- Experiencing empty nest syndrome and its effects on you or the family unit
- Coping with living with an adult child or children who can’t afford to leave home – and negotiating the shared living issues it causes
- Have blended family problems – communication, power struggles, resentment, negotiating ‘holidays or family celebrations’ … ‘who has the kids at Christmas?’
- Counselling parents with Homosexual Children- if your child has come out to you as lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer or similar
- You may be negotiating the troubles and challenges of divorce, separation, step-parenting and lone parenting on the family
- Family issues that arise following a traumatic event – the death of a family member, serious injury, rape or attack
- Parenting issues and worries of the new born baby or child
- Parenting issues and challenges of an adolescent, teenager or young adult
- Single parent challenges
•Parent-Teen Conflict, •Bullying / Being Bullied, •Social Skills Academic •Pressure, Mood Swings, •Social Anxiety, Self – •Esteem / Self-Confidence, •Sports performance, •Depression, Peer Pressure / Social Judgment, Anxiety, •Grief / Loss, Attention / •Concentration / •Hyperactivity, Development •Transition, •Sexual Identity / •Orientation, Abuse / •Neglect / Assault, Life •Management (organization, planning, decision making)
Substance-Related and Addictive issues
- Alcohol-related
- Cannabis-related
- Hallucinogen-related
- Inhalant-related
- Sedative-, hypnotic-, or anxiolytic-related
- Stimulant-related
- Tobacco-related
I’m concerned about the safety of my child.
If there is an immediate danger, please call 999. If not, please follow our advice on how to seek urgent assistance.
Why Is Parent Counseling Important?
Who Requires Parental Counselling?
While we recommend every parent participate in parental guidance at least once, it is especially crucial for parents who are:
Facing Marital Challenges
From financial struggles to unfaithfulness, marital problems can deeply affect children’s perceptions of love and family. Addressing these challenges is essential to prevent children from developing distorted views on relationships.
Struggling with Health Issues
Health problems, including mental health concerns, can limit a parent’s ability to fully engage with their family and fulfill their parental responsibilities.
Navigating Separation or Divorce
Separation and divorce are difficult transitions that impact both parents and children. Newly separated or divorced parents face the dual challenge of single parenthood and helping their children manage the emotional upheaval.
Encountering Abuse or Violence
Experiencing any form of abuse creates fear, tension, and potential aggression in the household, making parental guidance vital to restore safety and stability.
Coping with Grief
The loss of a loved one, a job, or a significant relationship disrupts family dynamics. Parents struggling with grief may find it difficult to meet their children’s emotional needs during this time.
Struggling with Substance Misuse
Substance abuse can impair parenting abilities and contribute to mental health challenges, increasing the need for support and guidance.
Dealing with Child or Teen Issues
Children and especially teenagers can present unique challenges. Parents may worry about issues like substance abuse, bullying, or mental health, while teens may struggle to communicate their needs. Parental guidance helps parents recognize signs of trouble and develop effective communication strategies to support their children.
Some benefits of Parents and Carers counselling include:
I’m here to offer you a fresh perspective on your home life—one that’s free of judgement and focused on helping you make choices that truly benefit your family. Together, we’ll dive deep into your unique parenting style, exploring both its strengths and areas for improvement. This awareness can empower you to make thoughtful adjustments that enhance your approach.
Let’s also tackle conflict management together. Through our sessions, you’ll discover valuable techniques for navigating conflicts with your children. These skills won’t just resolve issues—they’ll serve as a powerful example of healthy communication, showing your kids how to address disagreements without confusion or aggression.
Additionally, we’ll work on managing parental expectations. When conflicts arise and it feels like there’s no clear winner, sometimes the best course of action is to step back and reassess what you’re expecting from your child. During our counseling sessions, we’ll map out effective strategies to handle these situations, ensuring that both you and your child can move forward positively.
How can Online Counselling for Parents Carers in Taunton & South West England help?
Bringing your parenting concerns to therapy enables you to listen to and truly understand your worries. It helps you pinpoint the underlying causes of misunderstandings and miscommunication, find comfort in knowing where you are doing well, and identify areas where additional support may be needed if you feel you are not managing as effectively.
This period, especially when unaddressed anxieties and concerns combine with fatigue, can escalate into post-natal depression or other mental health challenges. Therapy provides a safe space to explore these feelings, develop coping strategies, and foster resilience as you navigate the complexities of parenthood.
What activities can be done at home?
• Allocate time for communication, specifically for one-on-one conversations – Engage in meaningful conversations while participating in activities together, so that they become comfortable discussing their emotions.
• Engage in playtime together – Playtime fosters curiosity, facilitates learning, problem-solving, and enables the expression of emotions without the use of words.
• Serve as a role model – Demonstrate effective ways to manage challenging emotions and prioritize self-care.
Key parenting tips to remember:
- Model, don’t manipulate.
- Lead, don’t intimidate.
- Support, don’t shame.
- Encourage, don’t threaten.
- Guide, don’t push.
- Listen, don’t lecture.
If you’re looking for information on child mental health and wellbeing, the NHS is a great resource. For more specialised information, Young Minds, MindEd, and our Acorn Therapy Useful links are excellent sources
No one should have to suffer alone—whether you are a parent, carer, or child. I am here to provide support and assistance, both in person and online via Zoom, wherever you are in the world.
I offer a FREE initial consultation counselling session, after which parents can choose to continue with weekly sessions. You have the option to attend sessions alone, with your partner, or co-parent.
I work with a diverse range of parents from various backgrounds and circumstances. My practice is inclusive, culturally aware, and committed to promoting equality.