Logo for The Parent Doctor featuring a leafy tree with roots and Marissa Caudill, MD, PHD.
Cultivating Relational Safety When a Parent is Unwell

Cultivating Relational Safety When a Parent is Unwell

Cultivating Relational Safety When a Parent is UnwellDr. Marissa Caudill
Published on: 09/02/2026

Learn how to talk to your child about parental mental health struggles. Dr. Marissa Caudill shares age-appropriate ways to build relational safety at home.

parental mental healthtalking to kids about mental illnessrelational safetychild psychiatryparenting with mental illness
A circular logo featuring a maroon silhouette of a leafy tree with roots on a grey background.

Calm, clear guidance for parents who want to stay connected before the harder years begin.

  • Mon-Fri 9 am -5 pm PST

Stay Connected

Join the newsletter to receive thoughtful insights on parenting and connection each week.

  • 23 Coporate Plaza Drive, Suite 150-88 Newport Beach, CA 92660

© 2026 The Parent Doctor. All rights reserved.