Family Counseling

For parents (with ADHD or those whose kids have ADHD) who are ready to better understand ADHD and discover practical ways to support the family's ADHD needs.

I wonder...

Is it hard to meet your own needs when your ADHD already makes daily life feel like a lot—and you're also trying to support your children's needs?

 Do you find yourself zoning out, feeling distracted, or overwhelmed when you're with your kids—even though you want to be present?  

Is it tough to get on the same page with your co-parent (whether you live together or not), especially when ADHD impacts how you each process, plan, and communicate?  

Are tensions rising with your co-parent or children because communication often feels misunderstood, rushed, or reactive?  

Do your kids' behaviors feel big or hard to manage—and leave you feeling discouraged, overstimulated, or unsure of how to respond in a way that works for both of you?

You are in the right place!
Working with ADHD families, especially parents, is my speciality and passion!

My Parenting Philosophy

The word "discipline" is the foundation of my parenting philosophy.

 By definition discipline means "to teach".
Thus, as parents this is our role, to be teachers for our children.

But what if I struggle to know HOW to teach my children?

Maybe you’ve got professional training—or even a Master’s degree—and still find yourself thinking, “What the heck am I supposed to do with this?”

 That was me. I remember bringing my first baby home and thinking, I am not ready for this. Despite all my training in working with kids and families, ADHD wasn’t something I fully understood yet—especially in myself. I knew the theories, but living it? That was another story. I felt completely overwhelmed and sure I was going to mess it up.  

Maybe you feel similarly—wondering why parenting feels so hard when your own parents seemed to manage just fine (or at least that’s how it looked).

Maybe you were given a strong foundation, but now you’re facing real-life curveballs that ADHD makes even harder to manage—working while parenting, trying to stay regulated while your kid is melting down, managing big emotions, burnout, or the aftermath of trauma, miscarriage, or even just surviving the chaos of something like COVID.  

Or maybe you weren’t given a strong foundation—because your childhood involved trauma, addiction, divorce, or emotionally unavailable caregivers. If you didn’t have consistent modeling for how to regulate, respond, and repair, it makes sense that you feel unsure now. Especially with ADHD in the mix.  

The truth is, ADHD often magnifies our self-doubt—but it doesn’t have to be the end of the story.         

Whatever your case may be, I want you to know you aren't alone!
I would love to offer you to same support, guidance and tools that helped me learn HOW!

My Approach

My approach is rooted in teaching—because I believe that skills like effective communication, conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and managing stress and anxiety are learned, not innate. With ADHD, these skills can feel especially out of reach—not because you're broken, but because your brain processes, responds, and regulates differently.

 If you weren’t explicitly taught these tools growing up—or if you're now facing new challenges you've never encountered before—it makes sense that you're struggling. It’s not a character flaw. You just haven’t been taught the strategies that actually work for your ADHD brain. That’s where I come in.

First,

You’ll learn how to heal emotional wounds that may be tied to years of feeling misunderstood, “too much,” or never enough—so you can finally feel grounded, connected to yourself, and confident in your relationships.

Second,

You’ll learn how to support your children through an ADHD-informed lens—so they feel safe, seen, understood, and deeply connected to you, even in the messy moments.

You can't offer what you don't have yourself
I would love to help equip you with the tools you need to be successful.

SO, WHO EXACTLY IS THIS FOR?

PARENTS WANTING TO PARENT DIFFERENTLY THAN HOW THEY WERE RAISED. 

You weren’t given the toolkit for parenting with ADHD in the mix— either your child’s, your own, or both. So even though you’re doing your best, it can feel like you’re falling short. That’s not just frustrating—it’s exhausting and defeating.  

I love working with parents who want to break cycles and parent differently than how they were raised. The tools I teach aren’t complicated—they’re simple, practical, and ADHD-friendly. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need an open mind and the willingness to try something new.  

I’m here to support you and walk alongside you through whatever comes up.

PARENTS MANAGING WORK (OR MULTIPLE ROLES) AND PARENTING WITH ADHD  

Kudos to you—seriously.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, it makes total sense. You’re juggling so many responsibilities, and with ADHD in the mix, it can feel like your brain is on overdrive just trying to keep up.  

I run my own practice and parent two amazing little boys. I love both roles deeply, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. ADHD adds a layer of complexity to managing time, switching gears, and staying present. I’ve needed support to find rhythms that actually work for my brain and my life. And truthfully, I’m still learning.  

If you’re trying to balance the demands of parenting, work, and your own needs—and you often feel like you’re falling short—I see you. I’ve been there. I’d love to support you in creating more connection with your kids and less distraction, stress, and guilt. Let’s make space for a version of parenthood that works for your brain and your life.

PARENTS WHO FIND IT DIFFICULT TO CO-PARENT
(WHETHER IN THE SAME HOUSE OR NOT).

Co-parenting with ADHD in the picture—whether it’s yours, your partner’s, or your child’s—adds a whole extra layer of complexity. Needing to stay in sync with another adult when your own executive functioning is already stretched thin can feel overwhelming.

Speaking from experience, I love my husband, but we don’t always parent the same way. Explaining why I do something a certain way can feel exhausting—especially when my brain is already juggling a hundred other things. But when we don’t talk about it? Our kids get mixed messages, routines fall apart, and chaos takes over. Confusion for them often turns into frustration and dysregulation for everyone.

And if you and your co-parent are in separate households, that adds even more challenges—more coordination, more potential for miscommunication, and more chances for things to unravel.

I help parents with ADHD (and parents of kids with ADHD) build systems for consistency, develop communication strategies that actually work, and reduce the stress of co-parenting—so your child can feel safe, supported, and understood no matter whose house they’re in.

PARENTS WHO HAVE ADHD + CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS 

Having a child with special needs is both beautiful and incredibly challenging—especially when you’re also managing your own ADHD. I say both because that is the reality. Your child may teach you to slow down, be present, and appreciate moments you might otherwise miss. And at the same time, the hopes and vision you once had for your child may shift—and that shift can bring grief. It’s a loss that isn’t often talked about, but it’s real.

I know this from both personal and professional experience. I grew up with a sister who has epilepsy and a learning disability. I saw firsthand how plans were often postponed or canceled, how emotions ran high, and how hard it was for everyone to adjust and communicate well.

Now, as a parent with ADHD myself, I understand how executive functioning challenges can add another layer to it all—remembering appointments, juggling big emotions, and managing your own regulation while supporting your child’s needs.

It’s not easy—but it is possible to create connection, clarity, and stability in your home. I help parents navigate the unique dynamics that come with raising a child with special needs while also honoring their own neurodivergence. Together we’ll focus on communication, self-compassion, and building practical coping strategies for when life doesn’t go as planned.

Helpful Information

  • Sessions are 1 hour in length 
  • Homework assigned between sessions 
  • Private Pay Rate of $200 per session 
  • Insurance Accepted - just check on the homepage I take your plan!
  • I can bill your child's insurance for this as family psychoeducaation (for those whose kid's have MN Medicaid, services are 100% covered)