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What is Parent Coaching?
"Parent Coaching is an invitation to consider new information regarding present, everyday challenges; not requiring healing, but fresh approaches. Coaches use techniques such as questioning, stories, metaphors and affirmations to help clients participate deeply in their own change process." ~ Gloria DeGaetano
What is not Parent Coaching?
Coaching is often mistaken for therapy or other types of mental health treatments. During the coaching process it is almost a certainty that I am going to touch upon areas related to emotional and mental well-being, but I am not providing therapy.
I am not a licensed psychologist or specialist healthcare professional. My services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals.
What are the rates of your services?
: I provide 10 1hour weekly coaching sessions for a total of $1,035. Clients that cannot pay in full may make a non-refundable payment of $517.50 at the beginning of coaching and we will work out a payment plan for the remaining balance to be paid by the end of coaching. : There is a discounted rate of $776 for Military and First Responder families; With valid photo ID showing proof of affiliation and status.
: If coaching is inaccessible to clients at these prices I offer a sliding scale based on the U.S. Federal Poverty Guidelines. The application can be filled out here. A $15 fee is required.
Financial assistance is available for 10 parent coaching sessions to clients demonstrating need, based on the information provided in application. No amount is guaranteed. Financial assistance may cover up to 90% of the parent coaching fee. The application fee is non-refundable and will be applied to your balance.
: I also offer pro bono parent coaching to clients 24 and under. A valid ID with date of birth is required.
Are you licensed and insured?
Coaches do not yet require licensure to practice their profession however, I have completed Parent Coaching Certification Training at Parent Coaching Institute. More about coaching as a profession can found here. Additionally , I carry a policy for private practice professional liability through Forrest T. Jones & Company.
More information can be found in my disclosure policy.
About
Stephanie has been supporting families since 2000. She is certified as a Lead Teacher for multiple age groups by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. Stephanie also holds a certificate from Bunker Hill Community College in the study of Human Services. Stephanie is a PCI certified parent coach and is currently working in her community as a Family Centered Support Specialist.
Stephanie specializes in child development and has successfully served a range of families, including step-families, single parent families, families headed by two unmarried partners, adoptive and foster families. As well as families that consist of multiple generations living in one household and families where children are raised by their grandparents or other relatives.
Stephanie is committed to humanity and the possibility of making our world a better place. She collaborates with families to create meaningful relationships among themselves that will sustain strong communities.
For more information, please complete the inquiry form at the top of this page.
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