Parent Involvement is Everything: The Key to Effective Therapy
Angela Adams explores the profound impact of parent involvement in therapy—not just for children, but for parents themselves. She emphasizes the importance of parents advocating for their own well-being alongside their child’s, empowering them to actively shape the therapeutic process. Angie discusses practical ways parents can engage, communicate their needs, and navigate challenges within healthcare systems. She highlights how strong parent participation fosters deeper connections, builds resilience, and leads to more meaningful therapeutic outcomes. Her insights offer encouragement for parents and professionals alike, reinforcing the idea that when parents are engaged, therapy is truly at its most effective.
Resources
Hagan, M. (2025, February 25). What is Co-Regulation?: Helping kids regulate their emotions requires managing your own. Child Mind Institute. https://childmind.org/article/what-is-co-regulation/
PCIT International. (n.d.). Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). https://pcit.org
The Child & Family Institute. (n.d.). Parent-child interaction therapy. https://childfamilyinstitute.com/factsheets/evidence-based-treatments-at-cfi/parent-child-interaction-therapy/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA8Lu9BhA8EiwAag16b6c0IWtPtV-UKPQnHnDAV6a0qvYPOBeFLLxnwPqHrZL-Wm0c8bdqqhoCk-AQAvD_BwE
About The Interviewee
Angela “Angie” Adams, LCSW, is a clinical therapist with Norton Healthcare’s Maternal Opiate and Substance Treatment Program. With over 20 years of experience working with children and families across various settings, she specializes in supporting parents as active participants in their child’s care. Angie is passionate about empowering families to advocate for their needs, fostering stronger relationships, and ensuring therapy leads to lasting change. Contact: Angela.Adams@NortonHealthcare.org
Suggested Citation
Ruffner, A. (2025, May 1). Parent involvement is everything: The key to effective therapy [Audio podcast]. imagine. www.imagine.musictherapy.biz