Parenting Resources

Please remember, a parenting technique that works for one child may not always work for another child; there is no "one size fits all." Be patient and kind with yourself during trying times and refer back to this section for different parenting skills to try if you find yourself stuck or struggling with a certain behavior or situation your child may be facing. 

Resource Guide for Navigating A Mental Health Crisis 

Below you will find an array of parenting resources to help you with various situations that can be challenging and overwhelming. Scroll to the bottom for website links. 

*If you continue to struggle with parenting, it's okay to enlist professionals or additional supports for further help; we are all human and it's okay to rely on others! Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Below you will also find a list of professionals and supports you can reach out to for further support on your parenting journey.

Parent Supports & Organizations

1. Family Support Organization - Offers a variety of support services to Bergen County families

2. PerformCare NJ Parent Crisis Hotline 1-877-652-7624 (call this number for immediate access to mental health services at home) *You can request in-home therapy for your child/family and you can also request a Parenting Coach for yourself. 

3. Parents Anonymous – Parents Support Group: professionally facilitated self-help groups to help each other develop coping methods for stress and learn alternative methods of discipline. 1-800-THE KIDS (843-5437) or http://paofnj.org/about-us/

4. The Nurtured Heart Podcasts

5. Parenting and Family Guide to Programs in Bergen County 

6. American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Twitter

7. American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Facebook

8. TCADR Community Virtual Event Calendar