Couples therapy

for parents of children with food allergies

no bad eggs

stregnthening connection in stressful times

Do you and your partner have different ideas about how to manage your child’s food allergies? 

Making parenting decisions together can be especially difficult when the stakes feel so high. You might feel like you’re the only one who cares, or like it’s up to you alone to ensure your child’s wellbeing. Many parents feel torn between prioritizing safety and living fully. This debate often gets played out between partners.

You may…

-Argue about what is or is not safe to eat and do

-Have different expectations of friends and family

-Disagree about treatments and protocols 

It doesn’t have to be you vs. me.

You can do this together, and I can help.

In couples therapy, we will slow the conversation down so that each parent can be heard and understood. We can explore the beliefs and ideas that drive each of you, expanding your views of yourselves and each other. We will look at how old patterns in your dynamic can exacerbate your differences, and learn how to break out of them. 

I know parenting children with food allergies is complicated, and I don’t believe in a right or wrong way to do it. I won’t take sides or tell you what to do. My job is to support you in learning to work together. When you function as a team, the whole family will benefit from each parent’s values and perspective. 

FAQ

  • Sessions are 60 minutes for couples, and we meet via Zoom. You can be in the same location or apart. We will talk about whatever feels most pressing to you at the moment, sharing and broadening perspectives. I tend to be active and curious - I won’t just sit and listen. I’m here to partner with you by asking questions, providing feedback, and offering new perspectives.

  • Absolutely! I find that food allergies tend to bring up a wide range of topics; past and present family dynamics, boundary setting, self-esteem and self-confidence, just to name a few! We can explore any of these and much more.

  • I leave this to your allergist and, because there can be so much ambiguity around allergies, to your judgment. But I will absolutely support you in figuring out what works and feels best for your family.

  • Book a phone call with me so we can see if we’re a good fit to work together! I’ll answer any questions you might have and let you know about my availability.