Marriage counseling that Heals in Rockville, MD. Restore Your Relationship.

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Rockville, Maryland has many attractions ranging from easy-going and artsy to high-paced and recreational. The F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre is frequently used for plays, musical performances, and much more. At this location, families are sure to find a theatrical or musical experience appropriate for children and teenagers of all ages. Specifically great for young children, the local Barnes & Noble occasionally offers Saturday Morning Storytime. However, teenagers who enjoy skateboarding, skating, or biking should visit the Rockville Skate Park located on Martins Lane.¹ Live acts and bands perform around the city, especially on weekends, at locations such as The Rooftop and Potomac Grill. Those into ice-skating or hockey should visit the Rockville Ice Arena. Here you can host a party or take lessons for those of all ages. For families seeking to enjoy the outdoors, King Farm Park located on Watkins Pond Boulevard has sport fields, playground, as well as many other amenities to guarantee a fun family day in the sun.

Marriage and Family Mental Health in Rockville

Rockville parents who have trouble connecting with their teenage child can learn how to reopen lines of communication by taking the Thriving With Teens class offered by the Parent Encouragement Program. Parents learn effective strategies for tackling common teenager issues such as dating, driving privileges, curfew, and chores. There is also a focus on positive strategies that foster cooperation between parent and child to work through disagreements and other difficulties. Parents also learn how to help their child build skills for resiliency in the face of life obstacles. For more information about these programs, call 301-929-8824.²

The National Family Resiliency Center offers a variety of services for families who are experiencing a transition, such as parental separation or divorce. Parents learn to make child-focused decisions that help ease the difficulties that may occur as the family changes. Groups for families help each member work through anger, depression, and anxiety that can occur after the break up of a marriage. The agency's Collaborative Divorce program gives parents effective strategies for working together after their divorce for the betterment of their children. Many other services are provided. Call 301-610-5666 for further details.³

The primary focus of the Rockville Senior Center is to provide services that help older adults age well and enjoy their golden years. Recreational programs keep seniors engaged in activities that stimulate the mind and body, such as bingo, fitness courses, swimming classes, and educational programs. Their nutrition center provides daily meals so seniors get the nutrition they need without having to worry about cooking or cleaning up. The center's support groups help the elderly cope with declining health, the death of a loved one, and other issues that commonly impact the mental health of older adults. For additional information, call 240-314-8800.⁴

Family Services and Assistance Programs

The Mental Health Association of Montgomery County provides a number of services to low-income families and pregnant women. Educational programs help parents get their GED in order to improve their employability and ability to provide for their family. Parenting education classes and in-home assessments provide further resources for parents who struggle to cope with the daily stressors of parenting. Information about child development, particularly for infants and toddlers, is also available so parents better understand the stages of growth their child undergoes. All of these services are offered for free to residents in the Rockville area. To learn more about these programs, call 301-424-2037.⁵

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References

1. City of Rockville. (2017). Rockville Skate Park. Retrieved from http://www.rockvillemd.gov/index.aspx?NID=383
2. Parent Encouragement Program. (2017). Parenting Teens. Retrieved from http://pepparent.org/classes-programs/parenting-teens/
3. National Family Resiliency Center. (2017). Homepage. Retrieved from http://www.divorceabc.com/
4. City of Rockville. (2017). Rockville Senior Center. Retrieved from http://www.rockvillemd.gov/index.aspx?NID=397
5. Mental Health Association of Montgomery County. (2017). Families Foremost Center. Retrieved from http://www.mhamc.org/html/pages/services/

Rockville is located in Montgomery County, Maryland. It has a land area of 13.58 square miles and a water area of 0.03 square miles.  The population of Rockville is 66,980 people with 24,755 households and a median annual income of $100,239. .

Therapy Affordability Meter for Rockville, MD

Very Affordable

Booking a weekly counseling session with a licensed therapist in Rockville is not a large financial issue for the majority of people in this area. Sustaining a commitment to mental health treatment is easily accessible for the average family, but ask your therapist if there are any concerns as many will accept insurance or even offer sliding scale fees. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Rockville public health department.