If you’re tired of feeling powerless in your parenting approach, get ready to learn to love with the right kinds of limits. As a developmental psychologist, I know that parenting skills can be honed so that no one feels alone. Whether your child has a new diagnosis or you’re completely overwhelmed – feeling like you've tried absolutely everything without success – this program is for you. My expert support sees you through the perinatal stage, to toddlerhood, into elementary school, and all the way through the teenage years.
Parent Coaching…
Grow with Guidance
parent coaching in brooklyn, ny
Boost self-esteem, independence, and problem-solving skills.
Build Confidence & Resilience
Implement clear, consistent limits that maintain warm connection.
Set Healthy Boundaries
Learn the language to talk, listen, and understand each other.
Strengthen Communication
Recognize what tantrums, defiance, or withdrawal genuinely represent.
APPRECIATE BEHAVIOR
I provide guidance through an individualized Parent Coaching program that helps families navigate changes leading them to:
My approach
Process illness, single parenthood, neurodivergence, grief, and divorce.
Navigate Transitions
Align healthy, age-appropriate technology habits with family values.
Balance Screen Time
Collaborate with a caregiver to keep everyone’s best interests at heart.
Enhance Co-Parenting
Embrace self-care that promotes parenting from calm intention.
Manage Parental Stress
Manage big feelings through modeling and guided practice.
Support Emotional Regulation
Overcome power struggles by building responsibility and respect.
use positive discipline
$250/60 minutes
$250/60 minutes
$300/60 minutes
$300/60 minutes
$250/60 minutes
$250/60 minutes
$300/60 minutes
$300/60 minutes
As a self pay practitioner I do not accept health care insurance and therefore I am not in network with any insurances. Session fees are billed after each session. The full session fee will be charged if a session is not cancelled within 24 hours.
Please check with your insurance provider to learn if you have out-of-network benefits. If so, I will provide you with a monthly payment invoice to submit to your provider for possible reimbursement.
Parent coaching sessions
Couples counseling sessions for adults
family therapy sessions for up to 3 family members aged 13 & Older
individual therapy sessions for adults
Rates and Billing
"Over the past five years Rachel has helped us refocus our relationship and build trust both as a married couple, then while we were expecting our first child, and now as parents to our daughter. Rachel is drawn to impact and never runs out of the energy needed to help us. She is our chief validator. She taught us how to set boundaries and maintain boundaries. And she showed us clarity on what we're supposed to do in the moments when our family is struggling."
Chris, 35 years old
& Nicole, 34 years old
What my clients say
"Dr. Manes provided thoughtful insight as well as practical guidance and observations on how to manage stress and anxiety without adding to the stress. She was both patient and non-judgmental in our discussions. Having a safe outlet to talk through these issues has made demonstrable improvements in my well being."
Michael, 37 years old
What my clients say
"To say that I was extremely satisfied with the time I have spent with Dr. Rachel Manes is no overstatement. She helped me during a critical time in my life with respect and professionalism. She makes you feel comfortable and ready to heal. If you are looking for a non-judgmental and warm comfortable setting that you feel safe in, Dr. Rachel Manes is exactly who you are looking to work with."
Jill, 36 years old
What my clients say
"Rachel has been my long-term therapist for nearly 4 years. She creates an open, calming, and warm environment for me to freely express all my ups and downs. Maybe more importantly though, she cohesively ties together each session by recognizing its theme and using that to help me find a path forward. It's exactly what I need and the reason why I am honored to call her my therapist."
Isabelle, 41 years old
What my clients say
"During my time with Dr. Rachel Manes I was always received with an open mind, honesty, and empathy. She was the advocate and cheerleader I needed in the easiest and hardest of times. She became the little voice in the back of my head helping me to give myself permission to do the things that would contribute positively to my life. I looked forward to our sessions and really felt cared for."
