This is the home of Catherine Taylor Hickem, LCSW and the P.A.R.E.N.T. Method — the work behind the free class, the book, and the private program you may have already heard about.
Not sure where to start? Scroll down — we'll point you to the right next step in one question.
Unscripted. Recorded by members of the program. Results vary.
One question, and we'll send you to the right place.
Start here. Catherine walks through the six patterns that keep parents stuck and what to do instead. It's free, it's about 90 minutes, and most parents say it's the first time the situation made sense.
Watch the free classBook a Clarity Call with the team. We'll ask about your situation, tell you honestly whether the program is a fit, and if it isn't, point you somewhere better.
Book a Clarity CallSent to us unprompted, by parents doing the work.
"I sent my adult child a text… and she responded: 'I appreciate your honesty and your apology. I'll give you the space you asked for — I'm open to talking when you're ready.' These are major steps forward."
"I have gotten some wonderful new tools… It begins with me. I was gifted to have them and now, through your work, this gift can be opened again and again. It was shut because I shut it."
"My biggest win has been becoming much more aware of my own thoughts, reactions, and the role I play in my relationships. I'm learning to pause before I respond, respect boundaries, and focus on what I can control."
"It was so empowering and encouraging… It's giving me courage to get ready to have a conversation with my daughter."
"Yes, I do feel the shift from the last few weeks of doing the modules. I have faith that the shift will move even more, since I am determined to continue."
"It has given me great hope in bettering my relationships with my daughters. I am encouraged and looking forward to being involved."
"I'm loving the program… the content is amazing. It speaks to the core of what I believe are the issues of struggles for me personally and in this new phase of parenting adult children."
"I'm learning tremendously how to stay more calm, and not react… Would like to see more classes. Thank you!"
Messages members sent the team.
"The webinar and what Catherine and you on her team do is such important work!! God bless all of you… I was gifted to have my 2 adult children, and now through your work, this gift can be opened again and again. It's time to heal. It begins with me."
"We are already applying some of the things we've learned in our interactions with our son. The byproduct we did not anticipate is actually talking with each other about our relationship. A great bonus! We're looking forward to the couples group."
"Lots of rich truth I'm learning… Taking the time to think things through before answering the questions takes me time. But I'm here for the changes. I'm excited for the things I am picking up."
"Thank you for being so present with me. It truly felt like a safe space to share. Praying that this program will equip me with the right tools that I desperately need!"
Psychotherapist · Family & Executive Coach · Author
Catherine has spent over forty years as a psychotherapist — she's a Licensed Clinical Social Worker — and more than twenty as a family and executive coach, sitting with families in their hardest moments.
She also lived it. Twenty years of distance with her own father ended in reconciliation, and that experience is why the P.A.R.E.N.T. Method starts where it does: not with what your adult child needs to change, but with what's inside your control.
The method is practical and psychology-based. Nothing in it asks you to hold any particular faith — though many parents of faith are part of this community.
Three doors. Most people start at the first one.
About 90 minutes with Catherine on the six patterns that keep parents stuck — and the one that's usually doing the most damage. No cost.
Welcome Home — the P.A.R.E.N.T. Method in writing, for parents who'd rather read it than watch it.
Private, guided work with Catherine's team. By application only — a Clarity Call comes first so both sides can tell whether it fits.
There's no wrong answer here. If you've never heard Catherine speak, start with the class. If you have, and you're ready for a real conversation, book the call.
The six patterns, and what to do instead. Free, about 90 minutes.
Save my seatTalk to the team about your situation and whether the program fits.
Book a Clarity Call