Unlock the Joy of Stress-Free Parenting: Get the Proven Roadmap to Raising Confident, Cooperative Kids Without the Yelling or Guilt

You already have everything your child needs. We’re here to help you turn exhausted effort into joyful, evidence-based connection, so you can witness your child’s confidence truly take flight.

Stop Surviving. Start Playing. Confident Parent Coaching.

If you’re like most parents, you didn’t sign up for the daily battles, the constant negotiation, or the paralyzing guilt. You had a vision of a loving, calm family life, but the reality is stressful, exhausting, and often overwhelming.

You’ve read the books, tried the techniques, and maybe even felt like a failure when nothing stuck. You know your child is a great kid, but you just can’t seem to break the cycle of backtalk, meltdowns, or defiance.

The truth is, it’s not your fault. You’ve been trying to solve a complex problem with outdated or incomplete tools.

I’m Dr. Erica Buchholz, and I help overwhelmed parents like you replace confusion with clarity and frustration with connection. My Thriving Parents Program is a proven system that moves you past theory and into real-world results.

Imagine a life where you:

Stop the Yelling Cycle: Learn to manage your own triggers so you can respond calmly instead of reacting emotionally.
Build Real Cooperation: Get your kids to listen the first time without resorting to threats, bribes, or constant reminding.
Handle Any Meltdown: Know exactly how to guide your child through big emotions, turning tantrums into teachable moments.
Feel Confident & Guilt-Free: Wake up feeling energized, connected, and certain that you’re raising a resilient, happy human.

Are You Ready to Transform Your Family Life?

I offer a free, confidential session to map out your biggest parenting challenges and show you the exact steps we’ll take to solve them. There’s zero obligation—just clarity.

Don’t wait another week feeling stressed and helpless. Space is limited, so reserve your session now.

>> YES! I’m Ready for a Happier Home. Book My Free Consult Session.

The Missing Piece: Why Traditional Parenting Advice Falls Short

You’ve read the books and tried the tips. You know the theory, but why does it often feel impossible to put into practice when your child is melting down?

The truth is, many parenting methods rely solely on discipline techniques and exhausting control. They focus only on the child’s behavior, which leaves you constantly managing the surface-level symptoms instead of tackling the root causes.

Our Unique Approach: Science + Experience + Play

We don’t offer generic fixes. Our coaching is different because it’s built on three powerful pillars designed for real-world results:

🔬 The Science of Connection: We dive deep into child brain development and emotional regulation. You’ll stop guessing and start understanding the why behind your child’s actions, giving you the confidence and clarity to respond effectively.
💡 Real-Life Experience: This isn’t just theory. We provide practical, field-tested tools that transform daily struggles—like bedtime battles and homework resistance—into opportunities for growth and cooperation.
🥳 The Power of Playfulness: This is our secret weapon. Somewhere between adulthood and “responsible citizen,” the joy got lost. We help you rediscover your playful spark to lower family stress, build deeper bonds, and turn frustrating moments into fun, connecting memories.

We empower you to unlock your child’s potential (and your own peace of mind) by replacing guilt and control with joyful connection and scientifically-backed wisdom.

Okay, but how does it actually work?

We’re glad you asked! Our playful coaching isn’t about reverting to childhood (although, who wouldn’t mind a good finger-painting session now and then?). It’s about reconnecting with your playful essence and learning to integrate it into your everyday life. Through personalized coaching sessions, interactive workshops, and a supportive community, we’ll help you:

Identify and overcome barriers to playfulness. Fear of judgment? Perfectionism? We’ll help you bust through these limiting beliefs and reclaim your right to have fun.
Discover your unique playful expression. Whether it’s building pillow forts, writing silly songs, or mastering origami, we’ll help you find what ignites your joy.
Develop playful habits and rituals. From incorporating laughter yoga into your morning routine to scheduling weekly “silly time” with your family, we’ll show you how to make playfulness a sustainable part of your life.

Laughter is much more than just a fleeting moment of amusement. It’s a powerful tool for enhancing happiness, both physically and mentally.

Scientific studies show the multitude of benefits of laughter and play, including:

Reduces stress and anxiety: Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, which act as natural painkillers and mood boosters.
Boosts the immune system: Laughter increases the production of infection-fighting antibodies and white blood cells.
Improves blood flow and heart health: Laughter relaxes blood vessels and lowers blood pressure, leading to better cardiovascular health.
Increases creativity and problem-solving skills: Laughter stimulates the brain and helps us think outside the box.
Strengthens social bonds: Laughter connects us to others and fosters a sense of belonging.

Join us and discover the transformative power of laughter and play. Let’s embark on a journey towards greater happiness together!

What people have to say ...

“Erica is an absolutely PHENOMENAL coach (and I should know because I’m one, too). She is patient, gentle, accepting, and a reliably soft place to land, but she doesn’t coddle, play safe, or let me stay small.

No matter what we talk about — career, parenting, organization, relationships — she helps me come up with great ideas to move forward and makes it ok that I am where I am.

She’s an amazing mix of funny, compassionate, deep, and real, and I would give her a hundred stars if I could. Work with her. I’m serious. You won’t regret it.”

Kate

New York

“Erica was incredible in helping me with some realistic and attainable solutions to improve my toddler’s sleep routine. I appreciated that she really listened to the issues I needed to work through and asked great questions to get an idea for the full picture.

As a working Mom herself, she was very easy to relate to and left me laughing about the sweet, challenging, endearing, often messy realities of motherhood. I would highly recommend a session with Erica to anyone who is looking to make a change to a child’s behavior, routine, or family dynamic!”

Amanda

Virginia

“A few calls with Erica helped me to start thinking VERY differently about things
that had been holding me back, especially with productivity and how I see myself
and what I value.”

Nichole

Pennsylvania

“Her positive and excited mindset helps motivate me to achieve success in
following my passion. I would highly recommend working with her.”

Leslie

Ohio

“Erica is great at asking questions to understand the root cause. She is positive, helpful and knowledgeable. She is a kind, caring and compassionate professional who really tunes in to your family’s needs as a whole. She doesn’t give you mommy guilt just great, actionable advice. I would highly recommend her.”

Denise

“Erica is an amazing life coach! She is caring and focused on helping clients find relief. I used her for parenting coaching and its was so helpful. Thank you”

Allison

Massachusetts