Consultation and Coaching

The results of surveys of parent concerns about children alway rank behavior problems in the top two or three positions. Some problems in children are highly defined, making possible the development of specific written treatment plans and programs. Most thumb suckers and bedwetters can be helped using the same programs or procedures. Other problems are more complicated, requiring individual treatment plans developed through ongoing consultation between parent and professional. For example, school problems are complex and varied. Sibling rivalry develops for many reasons, and oppositional, defiant and disrespectful behavior in children can have many causes.

Parents frequently look to others for parenting help and advice. Parents talk to friends, relatives, and their pediatricians. They watch Nanny 911 and Super Nanny looking for new ideas about discipline. Parents are also increasingly turning to parent coaches and consultants online and elsewhere. A recent Google search for "Parent Coach" returned almost 400,000 hits. Among the coaches offering services to parents were grandparents, nurses, teachers, other parents, and even a few veterinarians and psychics. These "coaches" might be well intended but they are untrained and poorly equipped to provide the insightful guidance needed to help children.

Parents seeking advice and answers also read parenting books. Research shows reading changes what parents say they do, but it does not change what is actually done with their children. Studies also show the most effective approach to solving problems in children is for parents to communicate regularly with competent professionals while applying new parenting techniques to their particular concerns. This is what I offer through Online Consultation and Coaching. Become a subscriber if you have questions about behavior, school performance, sibling or social relationships, or any other complex child related issues.

WHY LIVE LIKE THAT?

Stop yelling, spanking, or taking things away from your kids and depriving them of privileges. Throw away the naughty chairs and charts and stickers. I will provide you with new insights and effective techniques for disciplining your child. Your satisfaction and your child's improvement is guaranteed!.

Subscription to Online Consultation and Coaching includes a copy of my Noncombative Child Management Parenting Manual as a guide, and unlimited email consultation with me at a cost of less than $100 a month. Subscribers can email me as often as needed for ongoing advice while they apply my recommendations. I will respond within 24 hours. As learning problems, behavior problems, social difficulties, etc., are relatively complex, I do ask parents for a minimum three month subscription so we have enough time to successfully evaluate and improve behavior. Remember, your satisfaction is guaranteed. If my recommendations do not lead to significant improvement, your payment will be refunded at the end of your subscription period. I also offer one FREE online consultation if you are considering becoming a subscriber. Email your questions and concerns and I will reply promptly to explain how I can help you help your child.

To purchase by mail, send order and payment to Victor M. Dmitruk, Ph.D., Post Office Box 265, Plainwell MI 49080. You may also purchase by fax. Fax order and credit card information securely to (269) 373-4122.