Counseling, Coaching & Training
Dr. Betty Lou Bettner provides counseling and guidance for individuals, couples, and families. With more than 50 years of experience, she helps people understand behavior, improve communication, and build stronger, more encouraging relationships.
Learn more about Dr. Bettner’s background.
She is a diplomate in Adlerian psychology and brings this approach to all of her work with parents, educators, and mental-health professionals.
Individual, Couple & Family Counseling
Read more about the Crucial Cs, a framework for understanding children’s behavior first introduced in the book Raising Kids Who Can (1989).
Dr. Bettner supports people dealing with:
- Depression and anxiety
- Family and parenting challenges
- Relationship and communication issues
- School-related concerns
- Everyday stress at home or work
Her counseling style focuses on encouragement, strengths, and practical steps that help people feel more capable and connected.
Workshops, Talks & Professional Training
Dr. Bettner offers workshops and training for:
- Parent groups
- Schools and educators
- Counselors, social workers, and mental-health professionals
- Community organizations
Additional tools and handouts are available in the Resources section.
Her programs focus on understanding behavior, solving conflicts, and building cooperation through encouragement. She is also a master trainer for Wise Edu Plus in Shanghai, China.
Approach & Philosophy
Dr. Bettner’s work is grounded in Adlerian psychology. She helps people:
- Understand the beliefs behind behavior
- Strengthen relationships through encouragement
- Improve communication at home, school, and work
- Build skills that support cooperation and resilience
Her goal is to help individuals and families feel more connected, capable, and confident. Her books explore these ideas in more depth.
To explore more of Dr. Bettner’s work, visit the Books & Publications page or browse the Resources & Links section.