Online parent education consulting services
Do you wish your child came with a user’s manual?
Are you looking for a fresh, effective approach to parenting that gets real results?
Navigating parenting issues can be challenging, overwhelming, and lonely.
Let me help you peel back each layer, wipe the parenting slate clean, and embark on a fresh start with your child. I will meet you where you’re at and provide practical parenting advice and guidance that is evidenced-based, simplified, and perfect for those who don’t have a lot of time for a whole new program or way of life.
Have you tried everything in your parenting bag of tricks, and you just can’t seem to crack that code?
I can help you better understand your child and effectively address:
- Big feelings and meltdowns
- Inflexible and rigid thinking and behavior
- Sleep and potty-training issues
- Defiant and destructive behaviors
- Negative attention seeking
- Sensory processing disorder
- ADHD
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
- Attachment disorders
- Adoption/foster care issues
- School-related issues
My goal:
To help you address these challenges with a compassionate, solution-focused approach, providing you with tools, strategies, and a personally tailored roadmap to effectively parent your child while bringing calm to the chaos.
From establishing routines and managing/modifying behavior, my evidence-based approach is warm, respectful, without judgment, and often laced with humor because I know you could use a good laugh!
Online Parent Education Consulting Services
Parenting Education
simplified
What does a parent education consultant do and what will your sessions look like?
My role is to provide you with guidance and direction in raising successful children. As a child developmentalist and clinical social worker, I have over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. I understand firsthand the challenges and blessings that come from raising children and want to help you achieve optimal success in your family and lasting peace in your parent/child relationship.
I will help you navigate your child’s developmental milestones, address challenging behaviors that may be creating dysfunction in your family. I will help you implement healthy discipline and loving correction to ensure your child feels loved and grows to be a successful adult.
I will also help you explore your own past hurts, experiences, and traumas as these are often a contributing factor to how you raise your child. Utilizing attachment theory, I will help you understand yourself in relation to your child to improve the parent/child relationship.
I will support you and your family throughout this process with the goal of leaving you with helpful tools to ensure you feel you are the best parent you can be. I will assess your situation, provide recommendations and education, and problem solve with you for the most satisfactory outcome for you, your child, and your family.
pricing & packages:
$250
1 Session:
$920
4 Sessions:
$1,840
8 Sessions:
$2,760
12 Sessions:
kind words
"She has shown exceptional knowledge and professionalism throughout our sessions. She creates a warm, welcoming environment that has us looking forward to every session! Her ability to connect on an emotional level has made a meaningful difference in our child’s confidence and growth. We have done other parenting programs before but the thing that sets Alison apart is the mix of warmth and insightful, practical feedback offered. We feel incredibly fortunate to have found someone so dedicated and skilled in supporting our family's well-being!"
Courtney R.
"We’ve had a wonderful experience working with Alison as a parent consultant for my husband and I!"
Possible Results of Working with Me:
You will learn how to:
- Calmly respond to your child in love
- Stop reacting to negative behavior.
- Stop reacting to your child in anger.
- Acknowledge and validate your child’s emotions without engaging the negative behavior.
- Reinforce positive behavior even during chaos.
- Develop and set healthy expectations, limits, and boundaries.
- Understand the purpose of correction and discipline.
- Use discipline and correction techniques that work.
- Recognize triggers and prevent raging outbursts.
- Understand your child’s developmental stage and how this relates to behavior.
- Manage your stress and responses for better emotion regulation of your child.
- Work through your own childhood pain to better parent your child.
Remember, every effort you make is valuable, and every small victory is worth celebrating. Together, we can navigate this journey and find ways to strengthen the bond between you and your child, creating a nurturing environment for them to thrive. There is hope, and I look forward to working with you on this path of parent education.
Still not sure if consultation is for you?
It’s important that we are both a good fit for one another. If you’re still unsure, here is a list clarifying how I approach consulting and what consulting is not:
If you are looking for solid, simplified, and solution-driven parent education with a direct approach then you’re in the right place!
If you don’t mind being challenged, held accountable, and are open to learning, we would probably work well together!
If you want to get reimbursed from insurance or use insurance to pay for services, parent consulting is not for you as it’s not a reimbursable service.
If you prefer in-person work, then this isn’t the right fit. Currently, I only offer online consultation.
Though I am a licensed therapist, when you hire me as a parent consultant, services can’t cross over. If you need therapy, I am happy to offer a referral to a qualified professional.
Consultation is NOT therapy. Consultation is also not coaching. Please see the differences between coaching and consulting in the FAQs.
What Does It Look Like to Work with Me?
Step 1: Initial Consultation
Schedule an initial consultation using my online scheduler. During our initial consultation, we will discuss your unique challenges and goals. This step allows me to understand your family's dynamics and specific needs.
Step 2: Action Plan and Goals Development
Based on our consultation, I will develop a comprehensive action plan that includes practical strategies and techniques to address your parenting challenges.
Step 3: Ongoing Support and Adjustment
As we implement the action plan, I provide continuous support and make necessary adjustments based on your progress.
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Frequently Asked
Questions
What is consultation?
Consultation involves working with an experienced professional who is an authority on a variety of subjects. I educate, guide, direct, advise and help shape strategy. A consulting relationship is not a co-equal partnership as the consultant is the authority on a subject and tells clients what they should do to improve something in their lives (with their permission of course!)
Are consultation services covered or reimbursed by insurance?
No, consultation services are not covered by insurance as they are not considered a healthcare service.
How much does each session cost?
Consulting sessions are $250/hour with packages available. Payment is due at the time of service. Payment can be made with a debit/credit card via Stripe. Most HSA/FSA plans do not consider consultation a healthcare service, so these cards are not accepted. Each session is a minimum of one hour.
Are consulting sessions confidential or HIPAA-Compliant?
While I strive to maintain your privacy to a certain extent, consultation services are not bound by HIPPA or confidentiality laws as they are not healthcare or mental healthcare services.
How long does the initial consultation take?
The initial consultation typically lasts about 60 to 90 minutes. This allows us to thoroughly discuss your family's dynamics and specific needs.
What can I expect during the action plan development stage?
During the action plan development stage, I will create a comprehensive plan that includes practical strategies and techniques tailored to your parenting challenges. You will receive a clear, actionable roadmap to follow.
How often will we meet for ongoing support?
The frequency of our meetings for ongoing support will depend on your specific needs and progress. Typically, we will have regular check-ins, which can be weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly.
What are the benefits of having ongoing support?
Ongoing support ensures that you stay on track with your action plan. It provides you with a reliable partner to help you adapt to changes and overcome new challenges, ensuring the success of your parenting journey.
How is Parent Education Consultation different from Psychotherapy?
I am a licensed mental health professional and am registered as a master’s level credentialed Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the State of Washington (LW61326558). I have extensive education and experience in diagnosing and treating mental health issues.
While I am a qualified psychotherapist in private practice, when you enter into a CLIENT/CONSULTANT relationship, you acknowledge and agree that you will not be provided with or receive counseling, therapy, or any other health-related services. Parent education is a separate service. While there are some similarities between consulting and psychotherapy, they are quite different endeavors, and it is important that you understand the differences between them.
Psychotherapy is a healthcare service and is usually reimbursable through health insurance policies. Psychotherapy focuses on identification, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and nervous disorders. The goals of psychotherapy include alleviating symptoms; understanding the underlying dynamics which create symptoms; changing dysfunctional behaviors which are the result of these disorders; and developing new strategies for successfully coping with the psychological challenges and limitations.
This is not true for consulting. Both consulting and psychotherapy utilize knowledge of human behavior, motivation, behavioral change, and interactive counseling techniques. The major differences, however, are in the focus, goals, and level of professional responsibility. Consultation is not a substitute for psychotherapy.
The consultant provides expert advice and solutions, and the success of the enterprise depends on the client's willingness to take risks and try new approaches. The relationship is designed to be more direct and challenging. You can count on your consultant to be honest and straightforward, asking powerful questions and using challenging techniques to move you and your family and/or child forward.
The relationship between the consultant and client often has a power differential due to the consultant’s expertise, however, my goal is to collaborate with you and encourage a more balanced working relationship.
Can I adjust the action plan as needed?
Yes, the action plan is flexible and can be adjusted based on your progress and any changes in your family's dynamics. I will work with you to ensure the plan remains effective.
Will you fix my child?
While this is a valid desire for most parents, I cannot be held responsible for any of the advice or education I provide and cannot be expected to offer a cure or fix your child or you. I do stand behind the techniques and tools that I teach; however, they don’t predict or guarantee a resolution to the problem for which you sought help.
Do you have a cancellation policy?
Yes, I require a 24-hour cancellation otherwise you will be charged the full session fee of $250 per hour. You will be asked to sign a credit card authorization form that gives me permission to store a credit card in my protected payment system and charge that card should you late cancel or no show. If you are not comfortable with your card being stored, I will take payment during the session time.