Chelsea Gaarder

Maybe your child is struggling with big feelings, every conversation with your teen becomes a battle, or you and your partner keep having the same argument. I work with children, teens, young adults, parents, and couples navigating trauma, emotional overwhelm, conflict, and disconnection. My style is warm, direct, and collaborative, with room for play, humor, and hard conversations. Together, we’ll be curious about what’s beneath behavior, understand the patterns keeping you stuck, and practice skills for coping, communication, and repair. We’ll work toward connection that leaves room for everyone’s needs, including yours.

My work includes parent coaching, navigating high-conflict dynamics, and helping kids, teens, couples, and families reconnect. I bring a trauma-informed approach, an IFS background, and Gottman Level 1 training. We’ll explore what’s beneath the reactions and build practical skills for boundaries, emotional regulation, and repair.

You can love your family and feel completely worn out by what’s happening at home. You can know why you’re struggling and still need help changing it. There’s room here for all of that. You don’t need the perfect words or a clear plan to begin. If my approach sounds like a fit, I’d welcome the chance to get to know you.