Parenting After Your

Child Discloses Trauma

Therapy, Counselling & Support for Parents

Supporting you, so you can support them.

The Disclosure

It might have felt like the floor gave way beneath you when you learned your child had experienced abuse.

You tried to remain present and comprehend everything said, but you likely became disconnected, flooded, or frozen in shock.

How could this have happened? 

Many parents enter a stress or trauma response themselves when they learn their child has experienced trauma, such as physical or sexual abuse. The world suddenly feels so different, unfair, and cruel. And you're likely struggling with how you'll ever trust others again.

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If you experienced similar events in your childhood or trauma later in life, learning about your child's experiences may have deepened these wounds. You may have noticed memories and symptoms related to your experiences begin to surface in response.

Where You're At Now

Your child needs your emotional support now more than ever. But your capacity to meet their needs has never been this low.

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You haven't had a break between the appointments, research, and phone calls. You might also be navigating relationship or family changes, all while continuing to perform your existing roles.

You know you're not okay, but you haven't had a moment to stop and wrap your head around what's happened, let alone feel its impact.

It's just all so hard right now.

I'd like to offer you a soft place to land.

You don't need to have it all together; have it all figured out.

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Your experiences and concerns can be prioritized. You can express your fears and ask questions about what to expect. There’s no need to squeeze them in like when exiting your child’s appointments.

You won’t need to mask your emotions or fake a smile in my office. Or deny that this has been hard for you, too.

This space is just for you and is free of judgment.

You Deserve Specialized Support

While seeking support for yourself may not seem like a priority, it can profoundly benefit you and your child.

This goes beyond the classic self-care metaphor of putting on your oxygen mask first. When parents have some of their needs met, their regulated state helps their child's nervous system regulate and calm, improving their long-term prognosis following trauma.

For over a decade, I've supported parents, caregivers, and other important adults in children's lives, navigating the unthinkable.

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I can help you…

  • Shift out of autopilot, reduce the emotional overwhelm, and reset your nervous system.

  • Tweak your parenting approach to best support your child's emerging needs.

  • Process your experiences related to your child's abuse and address any triggered personal trauma.

  • Increase your child's resilience and strengthen your bond.

You don’t have to navigate this alone.