Parent Coaching FAQ
How does parent coaching work?
Coaching can take place over the phone or in person. Melissa or Sarina will listen to your perspective of the current parenting challenges and develop an understanding of your situation. Together we will identify goals and develop strategies to work towards them. We will continually evaluate our progress and adjust our goals and strategies as needed
Are your services confidential?
Yes. Both Melissa and Sarina are Licensed Independent Clinical Social Workers and adhere to all of the ethics and standards set forth in the social work code of ethics and State of Washington laws.
Do you accept insurance?
We are not able to accept insurance at this time. Insurance companies require a mental health diagnosis to provide coverage and parent education and support do not necessitate this sort of diagnosis.
What is your cancellation policy?
GROW requires 24 hours notice if you will be unable to make your session. If sessions are cancelled with less than 24 hours notice, you will be charged for the session.
What is the difference between therapy and coaching?
Although both Melissa and Sarina are trained as a clinical therapists, our role as a parent coach is to assist you in addressing current challenges and develop a plan to move forward. While we may discover information about your own childhood that helps you understand your parenting perspective, this is not the focus of our work. If it becomes apparent that therapy or other modalities would be helpful, we can assist you in finding someone to address those needs.
Do you work with groups?
Yes! Many parents benefit from group parenting consultations. If you have a few friends and want a regular space to learn and grow as a parent, we can make that happen. Please contact GROW for further information.
My partner and I see a situation differently.
Can you help us?
Yes. One of the challenges of parenting together is we each bring our own perspective on the issue, yet we must embrace one approach to the problem. Parenting cooperatively is an important skill that leads to healthier relationships and happier children.
I am pregnant and want help getting ready for baby.
Can you help?
Yes! Grow can assist you and your partner in preparing for baby both physically and emotionally. If you already have children and are adding to the family, we can offer support and strategies for easing the transition.
Coaching can take place over the phone or in person. Melissa or Sarina will listen to your perspective of the current parenting challenges and develop an understanding of your situation. Together we will identify goals and develop strategies to work towards them. We will continually evaluate our progress and adjust our goals and strategies as needed
Are your services confidential?
Yes. Both Melissa and Sarina are Licensed Independent Clinical Social Workers and adhere to all of the ethics and standards set forth in the social work code of ethics and State of Washington laws.
Do you accept insurance?
We are not able to accept insurance at this time. Insurance companies require a mental health diagnosis to provide coverage and parent education and support do not necessitate this sort of diagnosis.
What is your cancellation policy?
GROW requires 24 hours notice if you will be unable to make your session. If sessions are cancelled with less than 24 hours notice, you will be charged for the session.
What is the difference between therapy and coaching?
Although both Melissa and Sarina are trained as a clinical therapists, our role as a parent coach is to assist you in addressing current challenges and develop a plan to move forward. While we may discover information about your own childhood that helps you understand your parenting perspective, this is not the focus of our work. If it becomes apparent that therapy or other modalities would be helpful, we can assist you in finding someone to address those needs.
Do you work with groups?
Yes! Many parents benefit from group parenting consultations. If you have a few friends and want a regular space to learn and grow as a parent, we can make that happen. Please contact GROW for further information.
My partner and I see a situation differently.
Can you help us?
Yes. One of the challenges of parenting together is we each bring our own perspective on the issue, yet we must embrace one approach to the problem. Parenting cooperatively is an important skill that leads to healthier relationships and happier children.
I am pregnant and want help getting ready for baby.
Can you help?
Yes! Grow can assist you and your partner in preparing for baby both physically and emotionally. If you already have children and are adding to the family, we can offer support and strategies for easing the transition.
Common Issues We Address:
General Parenting Issues: Effective Limit Setting, Establishing Routines and Schedules, Understanding your Unique Child, Planning for and Managing Transitions- From a new bed to a new home, Preparing your Child for a New Baby, Sibling Conflict, Separation and Divorce.
Behavioral Challenges: Power Struggles, Feeding Issues, Conflict Regulation, Separation Anxiety, Sleeping Challenges, Toilet Training, Homework battles, Chores, Hitting and Biting.
Social World of Children: Childcare Choices, Educational Options, Navigating Relationships, Bullying in the School Environment, Transition to School.
Pregnancy & Infancy: Preparing for Birth, Childbirth Choices, Finding a Doula, Planning for Life with Baby, Sleeping & Feeding Issues, Childcare Options, Easing baby into a Schedule.
Parenting as a Couple: Relationship Support in the Transition to Parenthood, Improve Communication with your Partner, Work Together in Parenting Decisions.
