Parent Coaching for Confident, Connected Families
Struggling with your child’s emotions or behaviour? Our parent coaching services help you understand your child’s emotional needs and equips you with practical strategies to respond calmly, confidently, and effectively.
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Daily struggles our clients face with parenting.
Do you sometimes feel at a loss for how to support your child? Does your child have tantrums and meltdowns, and you are unsure of how to handle this? Or maybe you have a teenager who is prone to mood swings and emotional outbursts, leaving you feeling ineffective and demoralized when you try to help. Perhaps your child is defiant, and your strategies to increase compliance aren’t working.
You are not alone.
Parenting in today’s world is more challenging and confusing than ever
With social media overload, shifting parenting norms, and rising mental health concerns, figuring out how to support your child can feel overwhelming. Which advice is worth following? What actually works?
That’s why we founded our therapy clinic offering parent coaching, parenting therapy, and support for children and teens.
From playground drama to teen meltdowns, we combine practical wisdom with evidence-based support. If you’re looking for a clear starting point, our Parenting Strategies guide breaks down what actually helps—so you can feel more confident, connected, and calm at home.
Real Support, Grounded in Family Therapy—Built for Today’s Parents
Therapy That Starts With You
We don’t just support kids—we provide parent coaching first. Because your response is often the most powerful intervention.
Tools That Actually Work at Home
Our methods go beyond theory. You’ll leave with clear, practical strategies that fit real-life parenting moments.
Backed by Science, Delivered With Warmth
We blend proven methods with real empathy—meeting you where you are and helping you move forward with confidence.
Designed for Long-Term Change
Parent coaching isn’t about quick fixes. It’s about helping you build a strong, connected family foundation—for today and the future.
At FFEW, our clinical psychologists, psychotherapists, and social workers help you find harmony at home through our parent coaching and therapy services, become confident in your parenting, and cultivate warm, loving relationships with your children. Our one goal? A healthy generation of kids. Children who feel heard and seen.
And this next generation starts with you.
We believe parents are key agents of change.
To understand your children and why they behave a certain way, we need to look at the environment they are growing up in. We dig into how your parenting approach is shaping your child’s ability to regulate their emotions. Do they feel seen, accepted, and understood? You don’t need to embark on this journey alone. This is why we have created a special parent coaching program designed just for parents, including one-on-one sessions and parent support groups.
We support parents across the full journey—whether you’re guiding a preschooler or launching a young adult, our parent coaching services are tailored to each stage of your child’s development. Our approach is rooted in early childhood education, attachment theory, and emotional intelligence. We match our tactics according to child development, prioritizing effective communication and empathy.
Start your journey with expert parent coaching strategies
One-on-One Parent Coaching
Receive tailored support for your parenting style and challenges. Our certified coaches offer personalized guidance on managing tantrums, improving communication, or navigating co-parenting to meet your specific needs.
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Group Therapy for Parents
Grow with others while building skills, strategies, and support that lasts. Connect with parents in our support groups to share experiences and gain evidence-based strategies for effective parenting.
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SPACE Treatment for Anxiety
Help your child build resilience—without needing them to attend sessions. This evidence-based parent training program empowers parents to effectively support their children struggling with anxiety.
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What you can expect from our parent coach and counselling sessions
Through our parent coaching and counselling sessions, you can expect to achieve:
- Stronger parent-child connection
- More effective communication
- Greater emotional regulation (for both of you)
- Confidence in hard moments
- Less guilt, more clarity
Our parent coaching services equip you with practical tools and strategies to help your family thrive. You’ll learn how to stay grounded yourself—so you can guide your child with confidence. These changes don’t take years. Most parents feel a shift in just a few sessions.
About Dr. Lana Zinck & the FFEW Team
Dr. Lana Zinck specializes in helping parents develop the emotional skills and understanding needed to navigate their children’s challenging behaviours with empathy and effectiveness. With her Ph.D. in School/Applied Child Psychology from McGill University and experience at CAMH and TDSB, she provides comprehensive assessments and therapeutic support that transforms parent-child relationships into healthier, more connected partnerships.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to common questions parents ask about this service—so you can feel more confident about what to expect.
What is a Parent Coach and How Can They Support Behavioural Challenges?
A parent coach is a trained professional who provides guidance and support to parents in managing their child’s behavioral challenges. Through parent coaching, you will learn practical tools and strategies to address issues such as tantrums, defiance, and emotional outbursts. Our parent coaches help you strengthen your parenting skills, improve communication with your child, and build a calmer, more connected relationship.
Do I need to bring my child to sessions for this to work?
No, you do not need to bring your child to the sessions. Our parent coaching services focus on equipping you, the parent, with the skills and strategies to support your child effectively. In many cases, such as with our SPACE treatment for anxiety, the coaching is designed to be parent-led, meaning you can implement the techniques at home without your child attending sessions.
How can coaching help if I’m feeling overwhelmed or burned out?
Parent coaching can be incredibly beneficial if you’re feeling overwhelmed or burned out. Our coaches provide a supportive environment where you can express your challenges and receive personalized guidance. You’ll learn stress-management techniques, self-care strategies, and effective ways to handle parenting pressures, helping you regain your confidence and energy.
What kinds of strategies will I learn—and will they actually work at home?
In our parent coaching sessions, you’ll learn evidence-based strategies tailored to your family’s needs. These may include positive discipline techniques, emotion coaching, communication skills, and behavior management plans. Our methods are designed to be practical and applicable in real-life situations, ensuring that you can implement them effectively at home.
How quickly can I expect to see change?
The timeline for seeing change can vary depending on the specific challenges and your consistency in applying the strategies. However, many parents report feeling a positive shift in their parenting approach and their child’s behavior within just a few sessions of parent coaching. Our goal is to provide you with tools that lead to sustainable, long-term improvements.