Laura McElhinny Therapy and Consulting
Phone: 724-383-6747
Email: lauramcelhinny@gmail.com
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Parenting Skill Development
Enhancing our parenting skills is an essential goal, whether you're nurturing a newborn or guiding three teenagers at home. As an attachment therapist with expertise in childhood developmental trauma and a parent of, I am committed to cultivating an that supports emotional regulation and a growth mindset. While it can be challenging to provide healthy meals for our children, developing a healthy mindset is a crucial and manageable task that we can tackle with confidence.
My Story
All four of my kids have uniquely different personalities, which often made it challenging to find a single parenting style that worked. Adapting my approach for each child sometimes felt like I was juggling ten different personas, and that was simply exhausting. To streamline my efforts, I returned to what I know best: regulation. Whether you have a spirited, deeply feeling child or a quiet, somewhat laid-back one, there are common and essential features to regulate the system for healthier mindsets and stronger relationships. I leverage the work of Daniel J. Siegel, M.D., and Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D., on child development, along with Deb Dana's insights into polyvagal theory in therapy. Additionally, I incorporate Je De Sena's focus on skill development to build mental resilience in childhood, as well as insights from experts in EMDR and attachment therapy. If you're facing challenges in parenting, don’t hesitate to reach out for an initial consultation. Parenting is an incredible journey, and it’s immensely fulfilling when we feel confident in providing our children with what they need to become healthy, thriving adults.
Contact
To begin your parenting skill development journey call or email me to set up an initial consultation. Talk to you soon!
(724) 383-6747