Parent Coaching & Support Therapy in NYC
When Your Child Struggles, the Whole Family Feels It.
When your child is struggling, it can be difficult to know what to do—or even where to start. You may be worried about your child's anxiety, behavior, emotions, school, friendships, or overall well-being. You may also find yourself feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or unsure whether you're responding in the right way.
At Evoke Psychology, we believe supporting a child means supporting the family, too. Our clinicians work with children, teens, and parents to better understand what's happening, develop practical strategies, and create meaningful change at home and beyond.
You don't have to figure it out alone.
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You Know Your Child Best.
You may be here because something has changed.
Maybe your child has become more anxious, withdrawn, angry, or overwhelmed. Maybe getting to school has become a daily struggle. Maybe your teenager isn't talking to you anymore. Or perhaps you simply have a feeling that something isn't quite right.
You don't need to know exactly what's going on before reaching out.
Therapy can help when your child is experiencing:
Anxiety, excessive worry, or fears
OCD or intrusive thoughts
Emotional outbursts or difficulty regulating emotions
School avoidance, academic stress, or perfectionism
Social difficulties or changes in friendships
Depression, withdrawal, or loss of motivation
Behavioral challenges or frequent conflict
Difficulty adjusting to major life changes
Family or parent-child conflict
Challenges related to ADHD or executive functioning
Grief, loss, or other difficult experiences
Sometimes the first step is simply having someone help you make sense of what you're seeing.
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When a child is struggling, the entire family can feel the impact.
Parents often find themselves asking:
“Am I making this better or worse?”
“How should I respond when my child is overwhelmed?”
“Should I give in, set a boundary, or push them?”
“How do I support my child without feeding their anxiety?”
“Why does everything turn into an argument?”
These questions don't mean you're doing something wrong. Parenting a struggling child can be incredibly difficult.
Our clinicians can help you better understand your child's needs and develop strategies that support both your child and your family.
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Sometimes a child needs individual therapy. Sometimes parents need support, too.
Parent coaching can provide a space to understand your child's behavior, identify patterns that may be keeping your family stuck, and learn practical ways to respond to challenging situations.
Depending on your family's needs, parent support may focus on:
Managing emotional outbursts and difficult behavior
Responding to anxiety without reinforcing avoidance
Setting boundaries while maintaining connection
Improving communication with your child or teenager
Supporting children who struggle with transitions or change
Navigating school-related challenges
Responding to perfectionism and high expectations
Supporting your child's progress between therapy sessions
Understanding when to provide reassurance—and when to step back
The goal isn't to become a “perfect” parent. It's to feel more confident, connected, and equipped to support your child.
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Sometimes the best way to help a child is to work with the family together.
Family therapy can provide a supportive environment to improve communication, understand each other's perspectives, and change patterns of interaction that may be contributing to conflict or disconnection.
Family therapy may be helpful when families are experiencing:
Frequent arguments or conflict
Parent-child communication difficulties
Major family transitions
Changes in family structure
Ongoing tension around school, behavior, or expectations
Difficulty understanding or supporting one another
Our goal is not to determine who is right or wrong. It's to help families understand one another and develop healthier ways of communicating and connecting.
What If My Child Doesn't Want Therapy?
You're not alone.
Many children and teenagers aren't excited about seeing a therapist. They may worry that something is wrong with them, feel embarrassed, or simply not want to talk to someone they don't know.
That's okay.
Our clinicians focus on building trust and creating a relationship where children and teens can feel comfortable, respected, and understood. Therapy isn't about forcing a child to open up before they're ready. It's about meeting them where they are and helping them become an active participant in the process.
Parents can play an important role in making that process easier, and we'll help you understand how to support your child without turning therapy into another source of conflict.
How Involved Will I Be?
There isn't one answer for every family.
The level of parent involvement depends on your child's age, developmental stage, concerns, treatment goals, and individual needs.
Depending on the situation, therapy may include:
Individual sessions with your child
A private space for your child or teenager to build skills, explore challenges, and develop a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Parent sessions
Time for parents to discuss concerns, learn strategies, and receive guidance on supporting their child at home.
Family sessions
Opportunities for family members to work together on communication, connection, and recurring challenges.
Ongoing collaboration
When appropriate and with the necessary consent, your child's treatment may involve collaboration with other important members of their support system.
Your therapist will discuss the approach that makes the most sense for your family.
What Happens When You Reach Out?
1. Tell us what's happening.
You don't need a diagnosis or a perfect explanation. Tell us what you've been noticing and what concerns you most.
2. We'll help you figure out where to start.
We'll learn more about your child and your family's needs and answer your questions about therapy.
3. We'll help identify the right clinician.
We consider your child's age, concerns, personality, treatment needs, and the therapist's areas of expertise.
4. Your child begins building a relationship with their therapist.
The first step is getting to know your child and creating a space where they feel comfortable being themselves.
5. We support the family along the way.
Depending on your child's needs, treatment may include individual therapy, parent support, family sessions, or other forms of collaboration.
You Don't Have to Know Exactly What Your Child Needs
You may be wondering whether your child's behavior is a phase, whether therapy is necessary, or what type of therapist would be the right fit.
You don't have to answer those questions before reaching out.
Tell us what's happening. We'll help you figure out the next step.
Have questions? Contact us at:
📞 (917) 740-3096 — or — ✉️ info@evokepsych.com
Areas We Serve — New York City & Statewide
We provide therapy services for children, teens, and families in Manhattan (Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Midtown, Murray Hill, Gramercy, Chelsea, Flatiron, East Village, West Village, SoHo, Tribeca, Lower East Side, etc.). We also offer virtual sessions across New York State.