Parent Coaching

The Parent Coach observes the parent’s interaction with their child(ren) and provides feedback and coaching. The purpose of Parent Coaching is to help identify safety concerns and engage with the parent and child(ren) to prepare for potential reunification. The service can take place in the home, in the community, or at The Balm Center. During the time with the client’s child(ren), the Parent Coach observes the interaction, providing feedback and coaching for anything that may be considered unsafe or not in the best interest of the child(ren), and intervenes in real time to support the parent and child in navigating parenting training or youth behavioral needs. Normally, high-conflict families who are at risk for domestic violence, physical or verbal abuse, and parents with a history of very poor parenting skills are good candidates for our Parent Coaching program.