When you are not on the same page about parenting
Family Therapy by video across California.
When Parents Disagree About Parenting
You may agree that you want the best for your child and still disagree about limits, routines or how to respond when something goes wrong. Those differences can become a conflict between adults as much as a question about parenting.
Shoreline's family support offers space to discuss the pattern and consider what kind of help fits. It is not a court service or a substitute for legal advice.
Maybe this sounds familiar
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You disagree in front of your child.
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Every rule becomes a conflict between adults.
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You want to understand each other's priorities.
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You need clarity about which family members attend.
01 · Understand
Name the disagreement clearly
One person may be worried about consistency while another is worried about feeling too strict. A discussion can begin with what each adult is trying to protect and what happens when the approaches collide.
Your therapist can help separate the practical decision from the relationship tension around it. Bringing a specific example can be more useful than labeling one person permissive or controlling. The goal is to understand and work on the concern, not select a winning parent.
02 · Practice
Check the service and participation
Depending on the concern, the work may involve parents, family members or a different format. Ask who should attend and what the therapist can provide. If a court, school or another agency is requesting documentation, describe that request directly.
Do not assume that ordinary family therapy includes custody evaluation, reunification work or legal recommendations. Those are different responsibilities that require explicit scope and fit checks. The website cannot determine which service applies to a particular situation.
03 · Choose Your Next Step
Start by discussing the people involved
Emily Chen, Misty Goldenberg and Aidé Merito are listed for family support. Explain who is seeking care and the broad concern so the practice can discuss fit, availability and participation.
For Spanish-language family sessions, ask about Aidé. Do not assume every service or clinician is interchangeable. Your consultation can clarify the scope before an ongoing appointment is arranged.
A therapist who fits you
These clinicians offer the related service. Availability and the right approach for your situation are part of the consultation.
Fees in brief
We are in network with Aetna (PPO and EPO plans only), Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Optum and Blue Shield of California. Not every clinician is in network with every plan.
Seeing someone out of network? We provide superbills you can submit for reimbursement.
Rates and insuranceLicensed therapist
$180
per telehealth session
For adults, couples, children or families
Associate therapist
$150
per telehealth session
For adults, couples, children or families
Questions before you begin
Will the therapist decide which parent is right?
The focus is understanding the family concern and working toward appropriate goals. Ask the clinician how they handle disagreements and whether their service fits the situation you describe.
How do I ask about this service?
Tell the practice the broad kind of support you are seeking, your language preference and whether you have a clinician in mind. Fit, availability and any fee or insurance arrangement need to be confirmed before an appointment.
A small first step
Start with a free 15 minute phone consultation to discuss provider fit, availability and the next step. Keep personal and health details out of an ordinary website inquiry. Ongoing sessions are offered by video within California.
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When Family Conversations Turn Into Arguments
A conversation about dinner, school or a household rule can quickly become the familiar family fight.
Family or Individual Therapy?
A family concern can show up in one person's distress, a recurring household conflict or a decision affecting several people.
Make room for a different conversation
Start with a free 15 minute phone consultation. We'll help you consider provider fit and next steps.