Coparenting
Raising children can be hard, even in the best of circumstances. When you are facing conflicts with other primary caregivers, the challenge is exponentially greater. Co-parenting refers to the ways that caregivers work together (regardless of if they are together or separated) in their roles as parents. Developing techniques, guidelines, and methods to raise a child is not just about the child – it can be beneficial to work with a qualified therapist to determine your unique parenting approaches, as well as how to improve communications. Successful co-parenting requires that caregivers accept that things will change, from the children's developmental issues and milestones, to careers, to the possibility of new relationships and partners. Each situation is inherently unique, and there can be many different dynamics at play (for example, step-parents will likely bring their own parenting styles). If you think you may benefit from some co-parenting support, reach out to one of TherapyDen’s experts today.
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Co-parenting after divorce is like, to quote the office, "I don't hate it. I just don't like it. It's terrible". At least it feels that way at times. There is a reason your relationship did not work out and the thought of cooperative parenting brings a pit to your stomach and tightness in your chest. Schedule a consultation to explore how setting clear boundaries, different communication approaches, and cultivating a win/win mindset can help set your children up for success.
— Kyle Barth, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Kaysville, UT
Kimberly enjoys working with children and parents who striving to find workable solutions as they come to a better place for their families. Divorce, separation, and going between two homes can be incredibly challenging for parents and children. Kimberly works with children and their parents as they navigate those tricky and often highly conflicted waters. Helping families adjust to new situations and come to creative solutions is a passion for Kimberly.
— Kimberly Hansley, Licensed Professional Counselor in Dallas, TXCo-parenting after divorce is like, to quote the office, "I don't hate it. I just don't like it. It's terrible". At least it feels that way at times. There is a reason your relationship did not work out and the thought of cooperative parenting brings a pit to your stomach and tightness in your chest. Schedule a consultation to explore how setting clear boundaries, different communication approaches, and cultivating a win/win mindset can help set your children up for success.
— Kyle Barth, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Kaysville, UT
supporting couples who are separating or together align so that they can function as a team and raise children in a supportive environment.
— Kari Del Real, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Campbell, CALeading a family looks like all kinds of things now which is so exciting. But it can also make navigating conflict, defining roles, and compromising difficult because old rules don’t apply. Defining these relationships can be tough - and incredibly rewarding because everyone is on board to prioritize their family. There's so much hope in complex, tough circumstances.
— Trina Bolfing, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist in Austin, TX
Whether you are married, partnered, live together, live with your children, or not, if you share a child with someone, coparenting is an issue. Those relationships can be challenging when you don't see eye-to-eye.
— Dr. Ali Dubin, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist in North Hollywood, CACo-parenting can be a tricky area to navigate. I help you learn coping skills to assist with the feelings of frustration that may arise as well as help you understand new communication strategies that may be helpful to your situation. We work together to build a plan that works best for you and your co-parenting situation.
— Jacalyn Wetzel, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
I work with couples who have children and need guidance on healthy co-parenting methods. I teach couples that have ended the relationship how to work together to keep the focus on the child(ren). I help these couples move on from any bitterness that might impact their ability to show a unified front as parents.
— Candice N. Crowley, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor in Cincinnati, OHWhether you are married, partnered, live together, live with your children, or not, if you share a child with someone, coparenting is an issue. Those relationships can be challenging when you don't see eye-to-eye.
— Dr. Ali Dubin, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist in North Hollywood, CA
Helping parents married or divorced coparent.
— Elaine Oliver, Licensed Professional Counselor in Fulton, MD