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Counseling for Parents of ADHD, Neurodivergent Children

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Parenting a Neurodivergent Child is Exhausting—But You’re Not Failing

You're doing everything you can for your child—and still, the meltdowns, the anxiety, the endless decisions can leave you drained. You've tried the strategies. You've read the books. Yet nothing prepares you for the emotional weight of parenting a child with ADHD, Autism, or other neurodivergent needs.

If you’ve searched “ADHD therapist near me,” “ADD therapist near me,” or “ADHD therapist in California” at 1 a.m., you’re in the right place. And no, you’re not alone.

Therapy for Parenting That Centers You

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience supporting complex and complicated children and their families. At Welcome Home Family Therapy, I work with parents of neurodivergent children—gifted, 2e, adopted, sensory-sensitive, ADHD, and on the Autism spectrum.

Parenting therapy with me isn’t about giving you another to-do list. It’s about helping you feel more grounded, more supported, and more equipped to lead your child from a place of connection, not control.

Online ADHD Therapy in California with a Nervous-System Informed Approach

Whether you're searching for the best ADHD therapist in California or looking for a California ADHD specialist for kids, I offer online ADHD therapy in California designed specifically for parents.

You don’t have to commute or shuffle appointments—support comes to you. Using a blend of brain-based therapy, relational healing, and regulation tools, we shift the way your nervous system responds to daily parenting stress.

A Unique Approach for Parents of Neurodivergent Children

Science Meets Compassion

My approach blends the science of how brains and bodies respond to stress with the deep emotional work of parenting from a place of empathy. Here's how I help:

  • Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB): Understand how your brain and your child’s brain interact in moments of conflict.
  • Polyvagal Theory: Learn how to move out of fight-or-flight and into calm, connected parenting.
  • Trauma-Informed Therapy: Explore how your past might be showing up in your parenting today.
  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Unwind the beliefs and guilt that make this journey feel even harder.

What You’ll Gain in Parent Therapy

  • Tools to stay regulated when your child is dysregulated
  • Relief from the invisible weight of parenting differently-wired kids
  • Support for your emotional well-being, not just your parenting techniques
  • A deeper understanding of your triggers and how to work through them
  • Confidence in your ability to co-regulate and reconnect—even after rupture

Searching for an ADHD Therapist Near Me California?

If you're typing “ADHD therapist near me California” or “ADD therapist near me California” into your search bar, chances are you're doing everything you can—and still feeling like it’s not enough.

I help overwhelmed parents across the state reconnect with their own nervous system and reclaim their capacity to show up with clarity, connection, and calm.

I offer:

  • ADHD counseling for parents
  • Parent-focused emotional regulation therapy
  • California executive function coaching for families
  • Behavioral therapy support
  • Online ADD therapy sessions
  • Support for parents of 2e, gifted kids, and kids with ADHD

FAQ's

What is the difference between an ADHD therapist and a parenting coach?

An ADHD therapist supports you clinically and emotionally, helping you rewire long-held stress patterns and explore what’s happening under the surface—not just behavior management. We work on regulation, attachment, and healing—not just tactics.

How do I know if I need parent therapy?

If you're feeling constantly overwhelmed, snapping at your child, or doubting yourself daily—therapy can help. You don’t have to be in crisis. If you’re exhausted from carrying the mental load, this space is for you.

Does online ADHD therapy in California really work?

Yes. Online therapy allows you to receive consistent, personalized support without driving, arranging childcare, or adding stress. I work with parents throughout California from the comfort of their own home.

Is this therapy for my child or for me?

This is for you. While your child may benefit indirectly, this space is for your growth, your nervous system, your clarity, and your healing.

Let’s Start with a Free Consultation: Call Abby

I offer a free, hour-long consultation so we can talk through your challenges and explore whether I’m the right therapist for your family. No pressure. Just a safe, supportive conversation.

Call Abby today at (626) 755-4059 Or visit: www.welcomehomefamilytherapy.com


A warm and compassionate psychotherapist with white hair and glasses sits at her desk, smiling in front of a bamboo screen. Behind her, a nest with three light blue eggs symbolizes care and growth. She specializes in supporting ADHD neurodivergent individuals and families, helping them navigate challenges with understanding and expert guidance.

My motto: I help parents become the healers in the home.

What Others are Saying

"Not that many years ago, we didn't know about ADD/ADHD and autism, and they are only a few of the issues parents are now dealing with. If you are dealing with any of those issues, I strongly recommend that you contact Abby. Abby is an experienced, highly qualified, and knowledgeable family therapist, whose dedication to her work has helped numerous families achieve a harmonious home life that for too many people has been just a dream. Talk to Abby, she can help. "

Jim Osterhout

Reliv International

Become the Healer in Your Family

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