Parent Coaching in Austin , TX

Real Guidance for Effective Parenting

Parenting can be challenging at any stage. Parent coaching provides practical tools, support, and guidance to help you feel supported and confident in your parenting.

Benefits of Parent Coaching

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Improve Communication

Connect more effectively with your child or teen.

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Set Healthy Boundaries

Create consistency and structure at home.

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Manage Challenging Behaviors

Respond with calm confidence instead of frustration.

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Strengthen Relationships

Build trust and deeper connection with your child.

What is Parent Coaching?

Parent coaching is a collaborative process that helps parents understand their child’s benavior and learn practical strategies to improve communication, manage conflict, and foster a stronger relationship.

Rather than focusing on “fixing” your child, we focus on empowering you with tools and insight so you can feel more confident and effective in your parenting.

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How it works

Step 1

Schedule a Consultation

Reach out to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation. If you’re not sure which therapist is right for you, our Office Manager can help!

Steph 2

Meet Your Therapist

Connect with your therapist to see if it feels like a good fit. If you’d like to move forward, they can help you schedule your first session.

Step 3

Get Started!

Together, you’ll build insight, learn practical tools, and develop real-life strategies towards meaningful change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Not at all. Parent coaching can support parents through many stages, including the unique challenges that come with parenting teenagers and young adults.

Often, yes. Parent coaching can give you space to talk openly about what’s happening at home and learn strategies you can begin using right away. Your therapist can help determine whether involving your child or teen would also be beneficial.

Yes! We offer both in-person therapy in Austin, Texas and telehealth appointments, depending on the therapist and your needs.

Meet Our Parent Coaching Therapists

Brenna Patterson

MAC, LMFT Associate

Works with teens, adults, and families navigating neurodivergence, emotional regulation, relationship concerns, and substance use. Read Brenna’s full profile!

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Sarah Kerwin Carlin

MA, LPC & LMFT ASSOCIATE

Supports individuals, couples, and families through relationship challenges, grief, trauma, and family conflict. Read Sarah’s full profile!

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Cissy Castillo

LMFT, LCDC-I

Helps adults, couples, and families overcome trauma, relationship concerns, family dynamics, and women navigating later chapters of life. Read Cissy’s full profile!

Schedule your free 15-minute phone consultation to learn more!