Empowering parents with tools, guidance, and confidence.

Parenting is rewarding — and really hard sometimes. Whether you’re navigating toddler tantrums, teenage independence, or parenting through big life changes, you don’t have to do it alone. At The Summit Counseling Center, we help you parent with intention, connection, and confidence.

Are You Struggling with Parenting Challenges?

Parenting support may help if you:

  • Feel overwhelmed, stressed, or burned out
  • Aren’t sure how to respond to your child’s behavior or emotional needs
  • Struggle to stay on the same page with your co-parent
  • Want stronger, more respectful parent–child relationships
  • Are parenting through divorce, trauma, or major life transitions
  • Want guidance for age-appropriate boundaries, discipline, and communication

Our Approach

We create a nonjudgmental space where you can learn practical strategies tailored to your family’s values and needs. We focus on connection first, then skills that make home life calmer and more consistent. Your care may include the methods listed below.

Whether you’re a new parent, a single parent, or raising teens, we meet you where you are — with support that works at home.

Parenting Doesn’t Have to Be Perfect

With the right tools and support, you can feel more confident and connected in your role — at every stage.

Therapists for Parenting

Allison Bates , M.S.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Registered Play Therapist

Korina Calbay , M.S.

Licensed Associated Professional Counselor

Kara Cunningham , M.A.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Milton Site Lead

Janet Fluker , M.Ed., M.S.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor

Patrick Haley , M.S.

Licensed Associate Professional Counselor

Alice D. Hoag , Ed.D.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor

Maddie McGarrah , M.Ed.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Registered Play Therapist

Melanie Pais , M.A.

Licensed Associate Professional Counselor
Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

Related Articles

Is Postpartum Depression Avoidable?

Jessica Gross , M.A.

What is Postpartum Depression? Many new moms experience postpartum “baby blues” after childbirth, which commonly include mood swings, crying spells, anxiety, and difficulty sleeping. Baby blues usually begin within the first 2 to 3 days after delivery and may...

Does My Child’s Bedtime Matter During the Summer?

Sarah Mixson , M.S.W.

When school is out and summer begins, it’s natural for routines to shift. Bedtimes are often stretched later, screens stay on longer and sleep habits can fall by the wayside. While summer brings more freedom and fun, consistent sleep...

Finding the Right Therapist: Why Fit Matters

Jessica Gross , M.A.

Not Every Therapist is the Right Fit Starting therapy is a big step — and one of the first things to know is that finding the right therapist can be just as important as deciding to go in the...