Parenting Support

We empower parents to approach caregiving with confidence, compassion, and clarity.

Rooted in your unique values, our work focuses on setting meaningful goals and creating practical, personalized strategies that support the well-being of your whole family. We are here to listen, guide, and walk alongside you—every step of your parenting journey.

Jane Heaton, M.Ed. (she/her)

Parenting Specialist

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Approach

With over 15 years of experience supporting children and their caregivers, Jane brings warmth, insight, and grounded expertise to each session. Her approach is rooted in the understanding that every family is unique—and every parent deserves thoughtful, personalized support.

Drawing from Montessori principles, child development research, and real-world experience, Jane helps parents navigate challenges with confidence and compassion. Whether you're feeling stuck or simply seeking greater alignment with your parenting values, Jane offers a calm, collaborative space to explore what matters most.

As a parent, you develop practical strategies using:

  • Natural and logical consequences

  • Intentional choices

  • Environmental adjustments

  • Emotional validation

  • Compassionate boundary setting

  • Active listening

Together, you’ll strengthen your self-awareness, grow in self-compassion, and develop practical tools that foster connection, resilience, and peace in your home.

Appointments are available in person and online.

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Areas of Focus:

  • Montessori-informed parenting

  • Compassionate boundary setting

  • Resilience building

  • Independence

  • Tantrums

  • Establishing routines

  • Disruptive behavior

  • Confidence building

  • Hitting & biting

  • Cooperation

  • Fears & anxiety

  • Grief & loss

  • Sibling rivalry

  • Social skills

  • Parent-child connection

Get started with Present Mind Counseling today.