You can feel that something's off with your kid. You just don't know what to do about it.

The meltdowns, the school mornings, the shutting down, the exploding — you've tried patient, firm, gentle, and consistent, sometimes all before breakfast.

You don't need more advice from the internet. You need someone who actually knows child development to help you figure out what's going on — and what to do next. Whether that's therapy, a new approach at home, or something in between, you'll leave with a real plan and someone in your corner.

Parent consultations for families in Rochester, Webster, Pittsford, Fairport, and beyond.

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I’m Christie Maether, LMHC-D

licensed mental health counselor

I'm a licensed mental health counselor and mom of two who got tired of watching families sit in waiting rooms while their kids struggled. So I changed my approach — and now I work directly with parents to figure out what's actually going on and build a real plan, fast.

For the teens and young women I still work with one-on-one, therapy looks a little different too. It's warm, supportive, and collaborative — with a little humor and real-talk mixed in. (I've been told I'm the therapist who makes you laugh and think deeply. Both are welcome here.)

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Two ways I can help.

PARENT STRATEGY SESSION

For parents of children ages 3-12

Something's off and you can feel it — but you're not sure what to do next. In one focused virtual session, we'll figure out what's going on with your child and build a concrete plan. You'll receive a written action plan within 24–48 hours with clinical impressions, tailored strategies, and curated resources specific to your family.

No waitlist. No ongoing commitment. No insurance hoops.

Starting at $200 | Virtual | New York State

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INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING

For teens (ages 16+) and young adults

For adolescents and young women who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or are just trying to make sense of what they're carrying. Therapy that's warm, collaborative, and real — with a little humor and honest conversation mixed in.

$130 per session | Virtual | New York State