Business Details
20 Years
experience
Trusted Marriage Counseling and Parenting Education Services
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to helping families and couples navigate the complexities of relationships and parenting. Since establishing my private practice in 2006, I have worked with hundreds of clients to strengthen communication, resolve conflicts, and implement effective parenting strategies rooted in Positive Discipline. My approach combines evidence-based methodologies with personalized guidance, drawing from my extensive background in crisis intervention, adolescent counseling, and expressive arts therapy. Certified by the Positive Discipline Association and the International Network for Children and Families, I specialize in equipping parents with tools to foster cooperation, clarify values, and manage challenges from toddlerhood through adolescence.My practice extends beyond individual sessions to include workshops, speaking engagements, and collaborations with organizations like KinderCare Education and the Positive Discipline Association. I hold a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from John F. Kennedy University and have contributed to research on child development and behavioral psychology. My commitment to E-E-A-T principles is reflected in my transparent communication, documented expertise, and focus on delivering measurable outcomes through ethical, client-centered care.
Services
Marriage Counseling
Parenting Education
Teen Counseling
Co-Parenting After Divorce
Workshops
Insurance Reimbursement
Private Seminars
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- 20+ years teaching parenting classes and counseling couples
- Certified in Positive Discipline and Redirecting Children's Behavior
- Tailored workshops for schools, churches, and community groups
- Proven crisis intervention and adolescent counseling experience
- Provides insurance reimbursement documentation for therapy sessions
Associations and certifications
- Positive Discipline Association
- International Network for Children and Families
Services
Marriage Counseling
Helping couples strengthen relationships through improved communication and conflict resolution. Specializing in aligning parenting approaches and rebuilding intimacy. Sessions focus on practical strategies to enhance cooperation and mutual understanding between partners.
Parenting Education
Teaching Positive Discipline techniques to help parents manage behavioral challenges. Covers age-appropriate responsibility training and values-based parenting strategies for children from toddlers to teens in both individual and group settings.
Teen Counseling
Addressing academic stress, social challenges, and family dynamics for teens. Utilizes evidence-based approaches to improve communication and develop coping strategies for adolescents facing behavioral or emotional difficulties.
Co-Parenting After Divorce
Guiding separated parents through effective co-parenting strategies. Focuses on maintaining child well-being through consistent discipline approaches and conflict-free communication frameworks for post-divorce family structures.
Workshops
Conducting educational sessions on topics like technology management, sports parenting, and non-violent communication. Tailored presentations available for schools, community groups, and organizational events with interactive skill-building components.
People
Dewitt Counseling-Marriage Counseling, Parenting Education
Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed therapist with 25+ years of experience in family counseling. Specializes in Positive Discipline and adolescent therapy. Holds MA in Clinical Psychology from JFK University and extensive workshop facilitation experience.
Questions
What services do you offer for couples?
I provide marriage counseling to help couples improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their relationships through evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Do you offer parenting workshops for groups?
Yes, I conduct tailored parenting workshops for groups of 10-20 people on topics like Positive Discipline, teen counseling, and managing technology use.
Can I use insurance for therapy sessions?
While I don't participate in insurance networks, I provide documentation to help you seek reimbursement from your insurance provider for mental health services.
What payment methods do you accept?
I accept cash, checks, and all major credit cards for counseling sessions and workshop fees at the time of service.
Do you work with teenagers and adolescents?
Yes, I offer specialized counseling for teens addressing academic stress, behavioral issues, and family dynamics through individual and group therapy.
