Support for parents raising children with special needs or intellectual/developmental disabilities
Because special needs parenting requires specialized therapy.
Dr. Sharon Artz.
Parents of children with disabilities experience higher stress levels that can lead to depression, anxiety, isolation and feelings of being overwhelmed.
Parenting is hard, but parenting children with disabilities is much more complex.
Parents who have children with disabilities often feel like they live in an alternate universe from others because life is harder.
Children with special needs and intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) present significant and unique challenges that complicate parenting. In order to care for your family, you engage in exhausting struggles, endless problem-solving and unrelenting advocacy, stretching yourself beyond your limits to be present for all your children. Meanwhile, anxiety about the future is a constant worry.
The ongoing stress affects relationships and increases risks of experiencing depression, anxiety and loneliness.
Hi, I’m Dr. Sharon Artz.
I understand that support is critical for parents raising children with disabilities.
Even though you are doing everything possible to care for your family, the demands seem endless and take a significant toll on your well-being.
Emotional and mental support are essential for parents of children with disabilities in order to navigate their parenting journey. Therapy can help you feel understood, more organized and better equipped to deal with a difficult reality. It can enhance your ability to be resilient and to cope more successfully with your challenges so that you have energy to live a fuller life.
Specializing in helping parents of children with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD).
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Weekly sessions to address the emotional issues of parents who have children with disabilities, in addition to practical strategizing and problem-solving. Learn more.
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Transition planning to prepare for adulthood which includes learning about Medicaid, adult services, and IEP issues. Learn more.
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Feeling safe and trusting someone new with personal experiences can be daunting. Use this opportunity to schedule a free phone conversation to so we can both learn a little about each other. Taking this first step can lead to a significant difference in your ability to cope with your personal challenges.