Support for Every Family Member. Solutions for Every Challenge.
At The Anxiety Break, Michelle understands that anxiety and OCD can impact not just individuals, but entire families. That’s why her Family Coaching Services are designed to work with parents, children, or the whole family unit to navigate challenges, foster understanding, and build a more supportive environment.
What is Family Coaching?
Family coaching is a collaborative, goal-oriented service designed to help families build practical skills, improve communication, and overcome challenges. Whether it’s supporting parents in managing their child’s anxiety, working directly with a child to implement coping strategies, or guiding the entire family, Michelle tailors her coaching to meet your unique needs.
Her services also include case management, contract-based work, and even support for navigating mental health challenges such as OCD—including integrating Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) principles when appropriate.
Coaching vs. Therapy: What’s the Difference?
Understanding whether you need coaching or therapy is important in choosing the right support for your family.
Therapy: Therapy is designed to treat mental health conditions, resolve past traumas, and work through deep emotional challenges. It involves diagnosing and treating psychological issues and is often conducted by licensed mental health professionals.
Coaching: Coaching focuses on personal development, skill-building, and future goals. The focus is on providing tools and strategies to navigate challenges and improve relationships. Coaching doesn’t involve a diagnosis and is action-oriented to help families and individuals move forward in practical ways.
Coaching can also complement therapy, particularly for families or individuals navigating mental health conditions like OCD, by reinforcing goals and offering hands-on support in everyday situations.
Who Michelle Works With:
Parents: Learn how to support your child without unintentionally reinforcing anxious behaviors, set healthy boundaries, and build your own confidence as a caregiver.
Children/Teens: Equip your child with practical tools to manage anxiety and OCD in a compassionate, supportive space.
The Whole Family: Bridge communication gaps, align goals, and create a stronger, more cohesive family dynamic.
Comprehensive Support, Customized for Your Family:
Case Management Services: Need help coordinating with schools, therapists, or other providers? Michelle can step in to ensure everyone is on the same page and working toward shared goals.
Contract-Based Work: For families looking for a more structured approach, Michelle offers personalized agreements outlining expectations, progress milestones, and accountability measures.
Flexible Sessions: Choose to focus on specific family members or work collaboratively as a unit—Michelle’s process is tailored to what works best for you.
How Family Coaching Helps:
Skill Building: Practical tools for managing anxiety, navigating conflict, and fostering mutual understanding.
Improved Communication: Learn how to listen, speak, and interact in ways that strengthen relationships.
Collaborative Problem Solving: Work together to overcome challenges and create sustainable solutions.
Building Resilience: Help your family adapt to stress with strength, clarity, and calm.
Call for Pricing and Contract Rates
Curious if Michelle’s Family Coaching Services are the right fit for your needs? Contact her today to discuss pricing and contract options. She’ll work with you to create a plan that supports your family and fits your goals.
Together, you can create a stronger, calmer, and more connected family.