Counseling service
Family Counseling
Counseling for families working on communication, parenting stress, blended family dynamics, conflict, or transitions.
About this service
Family counseling helps relatives identify patterns that keep conversations stuck and build more respectful ways to respond. Sessions focus on shared understanding, practical tools, and realistic changes that work for the family.
Who this may help
This service may be helpful for:
- • Families navigating communication strain, conflict, or repeated misunderstandings
- • Parents seeking support around parenting concerns, teen concerns, or household stress
- • Blended families or families adjusting to transitions, grief, separation, or changing roles
What sessions may focus on
What to expect
Step 1
The first appointment may clarify who should attend, what concerns are most important, and what goals feel realistic.
Step 2
Your counselor may help family members slow down conversations, name patterns, and practice more respectful responses.
Step 3
The office team will guide scheduling and any required paperwork.
Step 4
The office can help you ask about availability, session length, pricing, and provider availability.
Related providers
Provider availability can vary. The office can answer general questions about availability and scheduling.
Jeanette Chivvis
Founder & Clinical Director, M.A., LPC · Licensed Professional Counselor
Jeanette Chivvis is the founder of Serenity Springs Wellness & Counseling and a Licensed Professional Counselor. She emphasizes warmth, safety, deeply personal care, and a holistic approach to emotional, relational, and spiritual wellness.
Nancy Peckham
Counselor, LPC-Associate under supervision of Kimberly Ruthardt, LPC-S
Nancy supports children, teens, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, ODD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, grief, and PTSD. She has experience in play therapy and combines multiple counseling theories to tailor care to each client’s individual needs.
Kristen Troy
Counselor, LPC-Associate · NCC
Kristen is bilingual in English and Spanish. She works with children, adolescents, and adults, with emphasis on pre-teens and teens navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life transitions.
Mason Williams
Counselor, LPC-Associate
Mason supports children, young adults, and couples navigating emotional challenges, relationship concerns, and life transitions. His background includes work with children on the autism spectrum, and he is especially passionate about couples and young adults.
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