“The impact of our very first session was related to sibling rivalry. Now I walk into a room and ask my children: “What’s going on in here?” rather than making assumptions as to who was to blame. Simple, but brilliant advice.”
– J.L.
We all have one thing in common: we were once children. Remembering what helped us and what hurt us in our own childhood gives us the freedom to decide how to act in our children’s best interests. And sometimes, even though we know what is “best” for our children, it feels nearly impossible to turn our parenting goals into reality.
I offer practical solutions for challenges related to development, school, friends, and family dynamics. I help you untangle sibling conflicts, calm tantrums, build self-esteem, strengthen family communication, cope with life’s stressors, and manage the various developmental challenges of raising children in New York City from birth to adolescence. Informed by research in child development, you will leave invigorated with realistic, effective, and practical techniques.
I am certified as a Parent-Infant/Child specialist from Jewish Board of Family and Children Services with over 25 years of experience leading parenting groups and workshops as well as working in mental health agencies, community centers, schools, and camps, and as a mother of two grown children.
Sessions may be scheduled weekly or “as needed”, and may include school or home visits.
Workshop Venues for Parents, Caregivers and Educators
Christ Church Day School, NYC, NY*
Deutsche Bank, NYC, NY
First Presbyterian Church Nursery School, NYC
Goldman Sachs, NYC, NY*
9/11 Bereavement Group, Long Island, NY
Parenting Horizons, NYC, NY*
P.S.199 Elementary School, NYC Public School System, NYC*
Safra Synagogue, NYC, NY
The JCC in Manhattan, NYC, NY*
The Parent’s League, NYC, NY*
Tri-State Camp Conference, American Camp Association, Atlantic City, NJ
UJA-Federation, Scarsdale, NY
UJA Early Childhood Conference, North NJ
William B. Ward Elementary School, New Rochelle, NY*
*Denotes return engagement
Additional testimonials
“Carolyn is professional and positive, with an easygoing manner. Combined with her expertise in parenting and child development, she is extremely effective in providing insight into the common struggles of childrearing. I am confident that many parents, children, and families are much better off thanks to the care Carolyn provides. She is a valuable resource!”
– Michael N. Yaker, MD, Westside Pediatrics, New York
“I often find myself “channeling” Carolyn when a difficult parenting challenge arises. For example, instead of sending my daughter off to bed and disregarding her bedtime fears, I am now able to acknowledge her fears, assure her that she is safe, and still stick to our bedtime rules.”
– K.B.
“Carolyn Meyer-Wartels is my parenting-guru! Her advice is reasonable and practical. I trust her with my own parenting questions and refer parents to her, knowing that they will be in highly competent hands. Carolyn understands the realities of parenting in New York City.
– Ilana Ruskay-Kidd, Founder and Head of Shefa School, New York