Meet Abby
Healing Connections in Online Parent Therapy and Family Therapy
As a mother who has walked the difficult path of parenting, I understand how challenging it can be to feel disconnected from your child. It’s easy to fall into frustration, anger, or confusion when nothing seems to work, and you feel like you’re losing the emotional bond you once had. I’ve been there. But I also know from experience that it’s never too late to repair your relationship with your child and build a stronger, more loving connection.
Through parent therapy and family therapy, I help parents like you navigate the struggles of raising children—especially those struggling with emotional pain, behavioral issues, or trauma. My approach is rooted in both personal experience and the science of attachment-based parenting and neuroscience, offering a compassionate and effective path to healing.
My Journey: From Struggle to Connection
A Mother’s Transformation
Like many parents, I once relied on the traditional methods of parenting—timeouts, reward charts, and consequences. I thought they were the right tools to raise well-behaved children, but deep down, I knew something was missing. These strategies didn’t address the emotional needs of my children or the deeper connection I wanted to create with them.
Raised in a strict, controlling environment, I unknowingly repeated the same patterns with my own daughters. But when my children were older, I realized that my approach wasn’t working, and I needed to learn a new way. I dove deep into the study of neuroscience, attachment theory, and trauma-informed parenting. I began to understand that children’s behavior is often a result of their nervous systems being dysregulated, not simply “bad behavior.” I also learned that secure attachment—built through trust, safety, and emotional connection—was the key to healing.
This knowledge transformed my relationship with my three daughters. I moved away from control and discipline and focused on building a connection based on empathy and emotional safety. By taking responsibility for the mistakes I made as a mother, I repaired our relationship and created a stronger bond than I ever thought possible. Today, I’m proud to hear them say, “You’re the best mom ever!”
The Science of Connection: How Your Child’s Brain Affects Their Behavior
Understanding Your Child’s Emotional Needs
One of the most powerful things I’ve learned is how attachment and nervous system regulation impact your child’s behavior. Children who have experienced trauma, stress, or emotional difficulties often act out because their nervous systems are in a state of fight, flight, or freeze. Instead of simply punishing or trying to control the behavior, we can help our children feel safe, secure, and seen.
This is where parent therapy and family therapy come in. By learning the science of attachment-based parenting and understanding how your child’s brain is wired, you can create a nurturing, emotionally safe environment. When a child feels safe, their brain is better able to self-regulate and respond to stress in a healthier way.
As I learned from Robyn Gobbel’s work, it’s not the behavior that needs to change; it’s the relationship that needs to be repaired. When we meet our children where they are emotionally and offer connection instead of control, we help them heal and grow.
How Parent Therapy and Family Therapy Can Help You
Transform Your Relationship with Your Child
Parent therapy and family therapy are powerful tools for healing. These therapies provide a safe space for you to learn how to connect with your child in a deeper, more meaningful way. Together, we will work to:
- Understand your child’s emotional world: Learn how to respond to your child’s behaviors with empathy, not frustration.
- Build a secure attachment: Create emotional safety and trust in your relationship with your child.
- Repair the relationship: Use empathy and communication to heal any emotional wounds or ruptures in the bond between you and your child.
- Create a calmer home environment: Help your child regulate their emotions and create a peaceful, loving atmosphere.
By understanding the neuroscience behind behavior and attachment, you can become the healing force in your home, offering your child the safety and connection they need to thrive emotionally.
It’s Never Too Late to Heal
Start Building the Connection Your Family Deserves
Whether your child is struggling with emotional dysregulation, trauma, or behavioral challenges, it’s never too late to heal your relationship. Parent therapy and family therapy can help you shift from frustration and control to connection and understanding. The science of attachment and the power of emotional safety can help both you and your child feel supported and loved.
You don’t need to have all the answers to be a great parent. You simply need to be open to learning and creating a safe, loving space for your child. Together, we can repair the emotional bonds in your family and create lasting change that will make a difference for years to come.
Why Choose Parent Therapy and Family Therapy?
- Heal the Parent-Child Relationship: Build trust, emotional safety, and connection with your child.
- Understand the Brain: Learn how your child’s nervous system impacts their behavior and how to help them regulate their emotions.
- Create a Calm, Loving Home: Shift from control to connection, and create a peaceful environment for your family.
- Transform Your Family Dynamics: Help your child heal from trauma, stress, and emotional challenges with neuroscience-based strategies.
ContactAbby
If you're ready to take the first step toward healing your relationship with your child, I’m here to help. Together, we can create the connected, loving family dynamic you've always wanted.
Give me a call today to start your journey toward emotional healing and family connection. I offer a free, hour-long phone consultation to see if I am the right therapist for you or your family.
(626) 755-4059
My Motto: I help parents become the healer in the home.
What Others Are Saying
Abby is an expert in strengthening family identity, fostering connections, enhancing communication, and cultivating a thriving family culture. With her extensive experience, she equips parents with effective tools to address challenging behaviors in their children, empowering them to navigate parenthood with confidence and love. I highly recommend connecting with a heart-centered practitioner who is passionate about seeing positive results. "