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Brent Macdonald
Psychologist, PhD, R, Psyc
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N
Onward Psychology Group focuses on supporting a wide range of children, adolescents, and adults (and their families) . We believe that we are all complex, life-long learners, but that some people are more complex than others. Anxiety, giftedness, social and academic challenges, and any number of other complexities can result in frustration that affects not only the individual, but the entire family. We focus on discovering the unique strengths of each individual so we can capitalize on those areas while also identifying areas of challenge so we can build on or, as necessary, plan to avoid those areas.
Onward Psychology Group focuses on supporting a wide range of children, adolescents, and adults (and their families) . We believe that we are all complex, life-long learners, but that some people are more complex than others. Anxiety, giftedness, social and academic challenges, and any number of other complexities can result in frustration that affects not only the individual, but the entire family. We focus on discovering the unique strengths of each individual so we can capitalize on those areas while also identifying areas of challenge so we can build on or, as necessary, plan to avoid those areas.
(866) 698-1513 View (866) 698-1513
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Ranee Fallorin
Pre-Licensed Professional, BCR, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3B
My passions include neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD, FASD, ODD), trauma, family systems, anxiety, depression and identity exploration.
Everyone experiences challenges and life differently and I believe they know themselves the best. I am committed to cultivating a space and therapeutic relationship where individuals can explore their identity and experiences safely. I make it my priority to truly understand a client’s unique experiences and challenges. My practice focuses on unlearning normative values and promoting the social adaption of settings to best fit the needs of the individual.
My passions include neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD, FASD, ODD), trauma, family systems, anxiety, depression and identity exploration.
Everyone experiences challenges and life differently and I believe they know themselves the best. I am committed to cultivating a space and therapeutic relationship where individuals can explore their identity and experiences safely. I make it my priority to truly understand a client’s unique experiences and challenges. My practice focuses on unlearning normative values and promoting the social adaption of settings to best fit the needs of the individual.
(825) 360-0287 View (825) 360-0287
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Jacqueline Van Starkenburg
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MACP, BCHST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
I enjoy helping others and have over 15 years experience in the helping professions. I work with adults, children and families and specialize in trauma, neurodiversity, family conflict, parenting, anger and self regulation. I am also skilled in helping those who choose to use violence in their relationships. I work from both a trauma informed and attachment based lens.
I enjoy helping others and have over 15 years experience in the helping professions. I work with adults, children and families and specialize in trauma, neurodiversity, family conflict, parenting, anger and self regulation. I am also skilled in helping those who choose to use violence in their relationships. I work from both a trauma informed and attachment based lens.
(825) 254-7901 View (825) 254-7901
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Fazilah Shariff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, MHA
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2L
I specialize in family therapy, prioritizing the mental health of children and adolescents.
Amidst the dynamic journey of parenthood, where each day unfolds with fresh trials and victories, I stand as your unwavering companion. Recognizing your aspiration for a harmonious and thriving family life, I am dedicated to providing you with the resources and assistance essential for enduring positive change. Engaging in family therapy can serve as a cornerstone for fostering a resilient and connected family unit. There exist countless measures parents can embrace to elevate their child's overall well-being. Perhaps you are also in pursuit of empowering your child with strategies to navigate the challenges that life presents.
I specialize in family therapy, prioritizing the mental health of children and adolescents.
Amidst the dynamic journey of parenthood, where each day unfolds with fresh trials and victories, I stand as your unwavering companion. Recognizing your aspiration for a harmonious and thriving family life, I am dedicated to providing you with the resources and assistance essential for enduring positive change. Engaging in family therapy can serve as a cornerstone for fostering a resilient and connected family unit. There exist countless measures parents can embrace to elevate their child's overall well-being. Perhaps you are also in pursuit of empowering your child with strategies to navigate the challenges that life presents.
(825) 250-4878 View (825) 250-4878
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Paloma Scott
Psychologist, MA, in, Psych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2H
Scott is a registered Psychologist in Alberta and a provider with Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD), Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), and Workers Compensation Board (WCB).
Mrs. Scott has twenty three years of experience in providing psychotherapy to children, teens, adults, couples and families from different backgrounds with Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Tic Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specific Learning Disorder, giftedness. Mrs. Scott helps clients with emotional self-regulation, anger management, social skills, defiance, social anxiety, separation, grieving, and parenting skills. Her goal is to genuinely support people to develop skills, build resilience and excel their lives towards growth, healing, plenitude and success.
Scott is a registered Psychologist in Alberta and a provider with Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD), Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), and Workers Compensation Board (WCB).
Mrs. Scott has twenty three years of experience in providing psychotherapy to children, teens, adults, couples and families from different backgrounds with Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Tic Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specific Learning Disorder, giftedness. Mrs. Scott helps clients with emotional self-regulation, anger management, social skills, defiance, social anxiety, separation, grieving, and parenting skills. Her goal is to genuinely support people to develop skills, build resilience and excel their lives towards growth, healing, plenitude and success.
(587) 844-0549 View (587) 844-0549
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McAtee Psychology
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2Z
Are you feeling more and more resentful, conflicted, and stressed with your child, partner, or family? Do you feel "gridlocked" in a cycle of anxiety, emotions, and guilt at home? We are a team of psychologists with over thirty years of combined clinical experience specializing in these types of issues. You are an ideal client for us if you are seeking a therapist who is collaborative, genuine, and nonjudgmental. Together we will commit to developing a safe relationship where you can learn the skills you need to face and overcome difficult challenges, experiences, and emotions.
Are you feeling more and more resentful, conflicted, and stressed with your child, partner, or family? Do you feel "gridlocked" in a cycle of anxiety, emotions, and guilt at home? We are a team of psychologists with over thirty years of combined clinical experience specializing in these types of issues. You are an ideal client for us if you are seeking a therapist who is collaborative, genuine, and nonjudgmental. Together we will commit to developing a safe relationship where you can learn the skills you need to face and overcome difficult challenges, experiences, and emotions.
(587) 417-6737 View (587) 417-6737
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Adam Kenny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
Are you feeling overwhelmed? You may have a tried some different things and you're still feeling stuck. I can help clarify the issue and the need you would like to work on. I can assist you to recognize your strengths and see your situation from a different perspective. Adam provides individual, and family counseling to children, adolescents, and adults with a range of different issues. He provides therapy for all types of emotional, behaviour, school and social problems. He is available for sessions on evening and weekend appointments.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? You may have a tried some different things and you're still feeling stuck. I can help clarify the issue and the need you would like to work on. I can assist you to recognize your strengths and see your situation from a different perspective. Adam provides individual, and family counseling to children, adolescents, and adults with a range of different issues. He provides therapy for all types of emotional, behaviour, school and social problems. He is available for sessions on evening and weekend appointments.
(587) 858-3380 View (587) 858-3380
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Madeleine Engel
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MEd, BCYC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2T
Are you a parent? Does your child/youth struggle with anxiety, managing big feelings, managing their busy bodies? Do you feel like they are closing off? Do you feel like there is a meltdown every other day? Have the effects of COVID-19 taken a toll on your family? You may find yourself wondering how best to support your kid when half the time you don’t even know what’s going on. You are not alone. Many parents feel at a loss with their kids from time to time. And I don’t blame you! There’s no instruction manual to parenting. Counselling provides a safe space for kids to explore, express, and understand.
Are you a parent? Does your child/youth struggle with anxiety, managing big feelings, managing their busy bodies? Do you feel like they are closing off? Do you feel like there is a meltdown every other day? Have the effects of COVID-19 taken a toll on your family? You may find yourself wondering how best to support your kid when half the time you don’t even know what’s going on. You are not alone. Many parents feel at a loss with their kids from time to time. And I don’t blame you! There’s no instruction manual to parenting. Counselling provides a safe space for kids to explore, express, and understand.
(587) 875-5544 View (587) 875-5544
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Natalia Bergman
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
I counsel children, families, and couples, focusing on children's feelings and improving family dynamics.
Children experience the world differently. Adults can talk; children prefer to play. Play therapy allows freedom and growth. The play experience takes children's focus off negative self-talk and promotes positive self-awareness. Play therapy helps to explore emotions, work through challenges, and nurtures mastery and resilience. As a Registered Play Therapist with advanced training in play therapy, I can help you find a way to connect with your child. A fully equipped playroom with special toys allows children to fully express their feelings, and supports their growth and changes.
I counsel children, families, and couples, focusing on children's feelings and improving family dynamics.
Children experience the world differently. Adults can talk; children prefer to play. Play therapy allows freedom and growth. The play experience takes children's focus off negative self-talk and promotes positive self-awareness. Play therapy helps to explore emotions, work through challenges, and nurtures mastery and resilience. As a Registered Play Therapist with advanced training in play therapy, I can help you find a way to connect with your child. A fully equipped playroom with special toys allows children to fully express their feelings, and supports their growth and changes.
(587) 803-3312 View (587) 803-3312
Photo of Gabrielle Hone Counselling, Psychologist in Calgary, AB
Gabrielle Hone Counselling
Psychologist, MC, BEd, BA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
I collaborate with clients to help them pursue healing, growth, and change in their lives. I support clients as they work through trauma due to present and past events, and to form meaning and purpose moving forward. I combine EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and play therapy, depending on clients' needs. I offer family mediation for those experiencing separation or divorce, to improve communication and build a path forward. I work with individuals, couples, and children. My hope is that clients achieve personal goals, connectedness, resolution, and the ability to face life head on.
I collaborate with clients to help them pursue healing, growth, and change in their lives. I support clients as they work through trauma due to present and past events, and to form meaning and purpose moving forward. I combine EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and play therapy, depending on clients' needs. I offer family mediation for those experiencing separation or divorce, to improve communication and build a path forward. I work with individuals, couples, and children. My hope is that clients achieve personal goals, connectedness, resolution, and the ability to face life head on.
(587) 417-2764 View (587) 417-2764
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Jeremy Luk
Psychologist, RPsych, MEd
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2E
My work experience includes a non-profit counselling centre, a family psychology practice, as well as an employee assistance program of a school board.
Hey there! My name is Jeremy and I'm glad you're looking into some mental health supports. Whether it is for yourself or for someone you know, looking into different therapy options can be overwhelming with all the options out there, so it can be helpful to have a general idea of what some of your counselling goals might be and go from there. Phone consultations are a great way to see if you might be a good fit with each other as well. I believe in everyone's ability to create changes for themselves and haven't met a client I haven't learned from yet!
My work experience includes a non-profit counselling centre, a family psychology practice, as well as an employee assistance program of a school board.
Hey there! My name is Jeremy and I'm glad you're looking into some mental health supports. Whether it is for yourself or for someone you know, looking into different therapy options can be overwhelming with all the options out there, so it can be helpful to have a general idea of what some of your counselling goals might be and go from there. Phone consultations are a great way to see if you might be a good fit with each other as well. I believe in everyone's ability to create changes for themselves and haven't met a client I haven't learned from yet!
(825) 602-5099 View (825) 602-5099
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Kyla Vieweger (She Her)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, CPT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
All children and all family structures are welcomed and honoured.
Specialized child and adolescent therapy services. When your child is facing a challenging life event or is struggling with difficult emotions or behaviours, caregivers can feel overwhelmed and unsure. Maybe you feel judged, or even judge yourself. You want to find a skilled clinician who can respond effectively to your child's specific needs and help you rediscover your confidence as a caregiver. Unlike a generalist counsellor, my therapeutic services are tailored to the distinct developmental needs of children and teens. I blend expressive and evidence-based treatment approaches. Non-judgmental caregiver support is also offered.
All children and all family structures are welcomed and honoured.
Specialized child and adolescent therapy services. When your child is facing a challenging life event or is struggling with difficult emotions or behaviours, caregivers can feel overwhelmed and unsure. Maybe you feel judged, or even judge yourself. You want to find a skilled clinician who can respond effectively to your child's specific needs and help you rediscover your confidence as a caregiver. Unlike a generalist counsellor, my therapeutic services are tailored to the distinct developmental needs of children and teens. I blend expressive and evidence-based treatment approaches. Non-judgmental caregiver support is also offered.
(587) 870-6472 View (587) 870-6472
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Dr. Courtney Dookie
Psychologist, PsyD, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3H
I am a Registered clinical Psychologist providing care to individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, developmental trauma disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use disorder, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, and relationship and marital challenges; Dr. Dookie is here to support you in your healing journey. I am trained in cognitive behavioural therapy, Gottman couples therapy and educator; I am a certified ADHD professional. I have been trained in the following areas, CBT, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioural therapy, solution focus therapy, and family therapy.
I am a Registered clinical Psychologist providing care to individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, developmental trauma disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use disorder, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, and relationship and marital challenges; Dr. Dookie is here to support you in your healing journey. I am trained in cognitive behavioural therapy, Gottman couples therapy and educator; I am a certified ADHD professional. I have been trained in the following areas, CBT, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioural therapy, solution focus therapy, and family therapy.
(587) 604-0817 View (587) 604-0817
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Steven Ngu
Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2Z
I may also integrate other approaches such as Mindfulness, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Family Systems Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
I believe that people achieve the best results when they are in an environment where they feel genuinely heard, welcomed, and understood. I offer my clients a comfortable space to voice their personal concerns without any judgement. I enjoy working with youth, adolescents, adults, couples, and families that present with a variety of different concerns. I have acquired valuable experience from my time with Calgary Counselling Centre, Distress Centre Calgary and within a school system in Calgary.
I may also integrate other approaches such as Mindfulness, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Family Systems Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
I believe that people achieve the best results when they are in an environment where they feel genuinely heard, welcomed, and understood. I offer my clients a comfortable space to voice their personal concerns without any judgement. I enjoy working with youth, adolescents, adults, couples, and families that present with a variety of different concerns. I have acquired valuable experience from my time with Calgary Counselling Centre, Distress Centre Calgary and within a school system in Calgary.
(587) 844-2159 View (587) 844-2159
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Carley Hyder
Psychologist, BA, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2V
Family focused practice looking to support connections with children, adolescences, parents, and families; with researched solution-based tools and strategies. Child and teen friendly environment, to work solo or along with the parent. I specialize in big emotions, anxiety, ADHD, depression, phobias, low self-esteem, learning disabilities, psycho-educational assessment, bullying, and self-injury. Learning how to: self-soothe, controlling emotions and thoughts, positive self-confidence, learn adaptive social skills, boundaries and healthy habits.
Family focused practice looking to support connections with children, adolescences, parents, and families; with researched solution-based tools and strategies. Child and teen friendly environment, to work solo or along with the parent. I specialize in big emotions, anxiety, ADHD, depression, phobias, low self-esteem, learning disabilities, psycho-educational assessment, bullying, and self-injury. Learning how to: self-soothe, controlling emotions and thoughts, positive self-confidence, learn adaptive social skills, boundaries and healthy habits.
(587) 328-4920 View (587) 328-4920
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Sadiya Shah
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2X
I am a Registered Psychologist with over 9 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma, and neurodevelopmental disorders and my areas of interest include grief and loss, stress, relationship/family dynamic challenges, parenting and child development, neurodivergence, and decolonizing practices. I excel at working with individuals who are looking to develop insight, good health behaviours, and challenge and explore their life experiences as well as identities.
I am a Registered Psychologist with over 9 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma, and neurodevelopmental disorders and my areas of interest include grief and loss, stress, relationship/family dynamic challenges, parenting and child development, neurodivergence, and decolonizing practices. I excel at working with individuals who are looking to develop insight, good health behaviours, and challenge and explore their life experiences as well as identities.
(587) 208-6910 View (587) 208-6910
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Georginia Nwoke
Psychologist, MSc, PGCE, GCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2L
I walk side by side with you in your healing journey. I am a registered Psychologist in Alberta, specializing in Addictions and Trauma, Family Issues, Clinical Assessments, Immigration / Refugee, FASD, ADHD, Relationships, Abandonment, Borderline, Adult children from Addictions backgrounds, Anxiety, Anger, Depression, and Parenting. I have over 12 years experience in addictions and mental health ;and a global 12years experience working in education with children, teenagers and adults. I am also passionate about raising a healthy family. I am a published author [110 Nuggets for Excellent Parenting] and a motivational speaker.
I walk side by side with you in your healing journey. I am a registered Psychologist in Alberta, specializing in Addictions and Trauma, Family Issues, Clinical Assessments, Immigration / Refugee, FASD, ADHD, Relationships, Abandonment, Borderline, Adult children from Addictions backgrounds, Anxiety, Anger, Depression, and Parenting. I have over 12 years experience in addictions and mental health ;and a global 12years experience working in education with children, teenagers and adults. I am also passionate about raising a healthy family. I am a published author [110 Nuggets for Excellent Parenting] and a motivational speaker.
(587) 804-2626 View (587) 804-2626
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Jordan Pisesky R. Prov. Psychologist
Psychologist, Prov
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2T
Are you or someone in your family struggling with anxiety, fragile self-esteem or low mood? Does it seem like it started off small but feels like it is escalating and you are unsure of how to help them or yourself? Growing up can be hard. Many children and teens today face increased anxiety, social challenges, learning difficulties, depression, loss or family challenges like divorce or illness of a parent or loved one. In adulthood, the challenges may look different, but age does not shield us from the challenges caused by career pressures, overwhelm or blows to our confidence.
Are you or someone in your family struggling with anxiety, fragile self-esteem or low mood? Does it seem like it started off small but feels like it is escalating and you are unsure of how to help them or yourself? Growing up can be hard. Many children and teens today face increased anxiety, social challenges, learning difficulties, depression, loss or family challenges like divorce or illness of a parent or loved one. In adulthood, the challenges may look different, but age does not shield us from the challenges caused by career pressures, overwhelm or blows to our confidence.
(403) 488-8912 View (403) 488-8912
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Sara Ludu
Psychologist, RPsych
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3H
I want to help you tap into your innate capacity to heal - help you become open to experience, learn to trust yourself, develop an internal evaluation of yourself and have a willingness to continue growing. In private practice, I provide individual, family, marital/relationship, and group counselling. I treat people across the lifespan including children, adolescents (e.g. navigating identity), adults (e.g. working through relationships, parenting, and career issues), and the elderly (grief and life transitions).
I want to help you tap into your innate capacity to heal - help you become open to experience, learn to trust yourself, develop an internal evaluation of yourself and have a willingness to continue growing. In private practice, I provide individual, family, marital/relationship, and group counselling. I treat people across the lifespan including children, adolescents (e.g. navigating identity), adults (e.g. working through relationships, parenting, and career issues), and the elderly (grief and life transitions).
(587) 317-6482 View (587) 317-6482
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Samuel Orji
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2Z
Some of the issues I work best with are anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, caregiving exhaustion, infidelity, couple or family challenges, self-esteem and identity problems, eating disorders, and addiction.
In my initial sessions, clients usually say, “I want someone that gets me.” This is a shared feeling; I also want my therapist to “get me” and connect with me. Hence, I use evidence-based approaches to build this connection with my clients, honoring their stories and enabling them to feel heard, unjudged, and respected. This alliance, I believe, is fundamental to the results we collaboratively attain in therapy. I work with children, teens, young adults, seniors, couples, and families from a person-centered, systemic, and strength-based lens.
Some of the issues I work best with are anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, caregiving exhaustion, infidelity, couple or family challenges, self-esteem and identity problems, eating disorders, and addiction.
In my initial sessions, clients usually say, “I want someone that gets me.” This is a shared feeling; I also want my therapist to “get me” and connect with me. Hence, I use evidence-based approaches to build this connection with my clients, honoring their stories and enabling them to feel heard, unjudged, and respected. This alliance, I believe, is fundamental to the results we collaboratively attain in therapy. I work with children, teens, young adults, seniors, couples, and families from a person-centered, systemic, and strength-based lens.
(587) 715-2581 View (587) 715-2581

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Family Therapy Counsellors

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.