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Co-Parenting Therapy in Agoura Hills, CA

Julie Klamon LMFT, Co-Parenting Therapist located in Agoura Hills, CA

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in helping divorced and separated parents build healthy co-parenting relationships. The end of a marriage doesn't mean the end of your parenting partnership. Through co-parenting therapy, I help parents develop effective communication strategies, establish consistent boundaries, and create stable environments where children can thrive despite family transitions.

Co-parenting therapy addresses the unique challenges that arise when raising children across two households. I work with parents to resolve conflicts, improve communication, establish consistent parenting approaches, and focus on the well-being of your children. Whether you're struggling with high-conflict interactions, navigating new family structures, or simply want to optimize your co-parenting relationship, I provide the tools and guidance needed to establish a positive path forward for your family.

Common Co-Parenting Challenges

Building Effective Communication After Divorce

Co-parenting challenges: divorced parents communicating during child handoff in Agoura Hills.

Communication often becomes the greatest challenge after a divorce. Lingering emotions, unresolved conflicts, and different parenting styles can all contribute to communication breakdowns that ultimately affect your children's well-being.

In co-parenting therapy, I help parents:

  • Develop business-like communication methods to reduce emotional triggers
  • Establish clear channels and boundaries for sharing important information
  • Create structured approaches for making decisions about your children
  • Implement tools and techniques for managing disagreements constructively
  • Practice maintaining child-focused conversations even during difficult moments

Supporting Children Through Family Transitions

Mother and teen daughter in co-parenting therapy in Agoura Hills, discussing emotions about family changes.

Children of all ages experience significant emotional impacts during divorce. They may feel caught in the middle, forced to choose sides, or responsible for their parents' happiness. Creating consistency and emotional safety across two households is essential for their adjustment.

Through co-parenting therapy, I help parents:

  • Understand the developmental needs of children at different ages during divorce
  • Recognize signs that children are struggling with the family transition
  • Create consistent routines, rules, and expectations between households
  • Develop strategies to shield children from parental conflict
  • Help children maintain healthy relationships with both parents
  • Address complex emotions without placing burdens on children

Co-Parenting Therapy FAQ

What exactly is co-parenting therapy?

Co-parenting therapy is a specialized form of family therapy focused on helping divorced or separated parents work together effectively for the benefit of their children. Sessions provide a neutral space to address communication issues, establish consistent parenting approaches, resolve conflicts, and develop strategies that support children's emotional wellbeing during and after the family transition.

Do both parents need to attend sessions together?

While joint sessions can be highly beneficial, co-parenting therapy can be effective even if only one parent participates initially. I can work with one parent to develop strategies and skills that improve the co-parenting dynamic. However, the most significant progress typically occurs when both parents commit to the process, even if that means starting with separate sessions and working toward joint meetings.

How does co-parenting therapy help high-conflict situations?

High-conflict co-parenting relationships benefit from specialized strategies and structured communication protocols. In therapy, we establish clear boundaries, develop specific communication methods that minimize conflict triggers, create detailed parenting plans, and implement tools for managing disagreements constructively. For particularly challenging situations, I can help parents implement parallel parenting approaches that allow both parents to remain involved while minimizing direct interaction.

Will co-parenting therapy help with issues around new partners or blended families?

Yes, co-parenting therapy addresses the complexities that arise when new partners enter the picture or when blended families form. We work through issues such as introducing new partners to children, establishing appropriate boundaries and roles, managing children's reactions to new family members, and creating harmony across increasingly complex family systems.

My Approach to Co-Parenting Therapy

I believe that effective co-parenting is built on mutual respect, clear boundaries, consistent communication, and a shared commitment to children's wellbeing. My therapeutic approach focuses on:

  • Child-Centered Focus: Keeping children's needs at the forefront of all decisions and interactions
  • Practical Tools: Providing concrete strategies, communication protocols, and problem-solving frameworks
  • Emotional Processing: Creating space to address underlying emotions that may impact co-parenting
  • Skill Development: Building essential skills for long-term co-parenting success
  • Structured Planning: Developing detailed parenting plans that address routine and special circumstances

Co-parenting therapy with me typically begins with assessment of current challenges, identification of goals, and development of a tailored treatment plan. Sessions may involve both parents together, individual work, or a combination depending on your specific situation.

Schedule a Free Phone Consultation

If you're struggling with co-parenting challenges or want to establish the most effective co-parenting relationship possible, please schedule a free phone consultation. I'm here to help you navigate this complex journey and create a stable, positive environment for your children's growth and development.

In-Person and Virtual Therapy Options Available

My office is located in Agoura Hills, CA 91301. I provide in-person therapy to patients in Agoura Hills and the surrounding areas, including Westlake Village, CA, Oak Park, CA, Calabasas, CA, Thousand Oaks, CA, Woodland Hills, CA and Simi Valley, CA. I also offer virtual therapy sessions to individuals located anywhere within the state of California.

Co-Parenting Therapy Services

Blue Check Mark Communication Strategies

Blue Check Mark Conflict Resolution

Blue Check Mark Parenting Plan Development

Blue Check Mark High-Conflict Co-Parenting

Blue Check Mark Blended Family Transitions

Blue Check Mark Consistent Parenting Approaches

Blue Check Mark Boundary Setting

Blue Check Mark Child-Centered Decision Making

Blue Check Mark Parallel Parenting Strategies

Blue Check Mark Supporting Children's Adjustment

CONTACT

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818-403-5439

28310 Roadside Dr. #249
Agoura Hills, CA 91301

Offering Virtual And In-Person Sessions