Services

Individual parenting support/coaching sessions by telephone. Discussion, support, feedback, and suggestions for concerns such as:

Initial contact includes scheduling an appointment and a 10-minute intake discussion of the specific needs and concerns to be addressed during the consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I make an appointment for a consultation (coaching session)?
A: Email Melody at melody.elder@verizon.net or telephone Melody at 310-798-0131 to schedule an appointment.

Q: How long are the coaching sessions?
A: Typical sessions are 45 minutes.

Q: How many sessions do parents typically schedule?
A: The number of sessions varies depending on the needs of the individual. Clients schedule as few as one to two sessions, or, in some cases, clients enjoy the ongoing support of regular sessions (weekly, monthly, etc.).

Q: What are the fees for individual consulting?
A: $90 for a 45 minute consultation, and $20 for each additional 15 minutes.

Q: How are payments made? Do you accept credit cards?
A: At this time payment is made in advance of consultation with check or money order. Payments through PayPal will be available in the future.

Q: Do you do consultations for children within specific age groups?
A: Melody works primarily with parents of children age birth through six years; however consultations can cover parenting issues and concerns for children of any age.


 

Melody embodies everything that one could hope for in a parent educator...
~ Gail Goldman
mother of Marley, 5

Melody Elder has taught me to be more of the mom I want to be to my two children...
~ Alexis
mother of Kaia, 7 and Noah, 3

I am so grateful for Melody's wisdom to assist me on this ever changing and challenging journey of Motherhood.
~ Heather Reyes
mother of Prema, 4 and Ciela, 1

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