Therapists in Coldwater, ON

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Christopher Cooke
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BRE, MDiv, MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Coldwater, ON L0K
Finding fulfillment, joy, and balance in life often requires a listening ear, a supportive collaborator, and a confidant. It would be an honour for me to serve and help you find wholeness and wellbeing in your life. For the last 20 years, I have been privileged to assist people to find deeper meaning and understanding in their lives by exploring emotional, mental, behavioural, physical, and spiritual coping skills.
Finding fulfillment, joy, and balance in life often requires a listening ear, a supportive collaborator, and a confidant. It would be an honour for me to serve and help you find wholeness and wellbeing in your life. For the last 20 years, I have been privileged to assist people to find deeper meaning and understanding in their lives by exploring emotional, mental, behavioural, physical, and spiritual coping skills.
(249) 490-5485 View (249) 490-5485
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SoulScape Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BA, RP
Verified Verified
Coldwater, ON L0K
Life is nothing short of amazing. It's amazing how much we can go through and live to tell about it. It's amazing how fast kids grow up and time flies, how angry a co-worker can make you, how much compassion we can seem to have for others when we struggle to offer any to ourselves. It's amazing how much we put on our plates when all we need is to rest. It's amazing how much we can long for understanding and connection and how much opportunity can be missed right in front of our eyes. It's amazing how short life is. It's also amazing how much we can learn in the time we have, and how little steps can amount to such massive change.
Life is nothing short of amazing. It's amazing how much we can go through and live to tell about it. It's amazing how fast kids grow up and time flies, how angry a co-worker can make you, how much compassion we can seem to have for others when we struggle to offer any to ourselves. It's amazing how much we put on our plates when all we need is to rest. It's amazing how much we can long for understanding and connection and how much opportunity can be missed right in front of our eyes. It's amazing how short life is. It's also amazing how much we can learn in the time we have, and how little steps can amount to such massive change.
(249) 700-5421 View (249) 700-5421

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Jessie Derraugh
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Orillia, ON L3V
I have been a Registered Social Worker since 2006 and am passionate about supporting children, youth and families. My experience includes working with families experiencing challenges around mental health, managing emotions, behavioural regulation, self-esteem, adoption issues, peer and family relationships, parenting stress, selective mutism, trauma...and many more!
I have been a Registered Social Worker since 2006 and am passionate about supporting children, youth and families. My experience includes working with families experiencing challenges around mental health, managing emotions, behavioural regulation, self-esteem, adoption issues, peer and family relationships, parenting stress, selective mutism, trauma...and many more!
(249) 802-8188 View (249) 802-8188
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Naomi Bennett
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Orillia, ON L3V
I see people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, addictions, adjustment to change in their lives, relationship or family conflict, or the residual pain left from difficult childhoods or painful life events. My way of working as a therapist is to get to know you: your hopes, your talents, your problems and your unique way of thinking and expressing yourself. We then proceed with treatment based on who you are and what you need. The aim is to allow coping with your weaknesses to help you uncover your strengths, and your way forward.
I see people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, addictions, adjustment to change in their lives, relationship or family conflict, or the residual pain left from difficult childhoods or painful life events. My way of working as a therapist is to get to know you: your hopes, your talents, your problems and your unique way of thinking and expressing yourself. We then proceed with treatment based on who you are and what you need. The aim is to allow coping with your weaknesses to help you uncover your strengths, and your way forward.
(855) 977-0103 View (855) 977-0103
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Family TLC
Registered Social Worker, MEd, Counsel, BAFN, CYC, RSW
Verified Verified
Orillia, ON L3V
Through our free intake process Family TLC clients are matched with a therapist that meets their needs.
Are life struggles causing you unhappiness? It can get better. We are a group of highly trained psychotherapists, social workers and mediators. Many with over 25 years of experience in the field. Hundreds of individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents have benefited from our services. At Family TLC we truly believe in you and that you are bigger than the concern. With our diversely experienced team we are confident that a potential client will find someone best suited to their concerns that will help them make positive changes in their life.
Through our free intake process Family TLC clients are matched with a therapist that meets their needs.
Are life struggles causing you unhappiness? It can get better. We are a group of highly trained psychotherapists, social workers and mediators. Many with over 25 years of experience in the field. Hundreds of individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents have benefited from our services. At Family TLC we truly believe in you and that you are bigger than the concern. With our diversely experienced team we are confident that a potential client will find someone best suited to their concerns that will help them make positive changes in their life.
(844) 332-2854 View (844) 332-2854
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Amy May
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Orillia, ON L3V
Welcome! I'm a Social Worker passionate about helping individuals seeking support on their mental health journey. I combine the power of Internal Family Systems and EMDR. EMDR has the power to reduce the emotional impact of traumatic or troublesome historical or present-day memories, beliefs or experiences by desensitizing them and giving the brain space to come to a resolution about what's happened at a neural network level. It's like rewiring your brain to handle difficult experiences with greater clarity often leading to rapid relief and lasting change. We can also use this same tool to help with future-related concerns!
Welcome! I'm a Social Worker passionate about helping individuals seeking support on their mental health journey. I combine the power of Internal Family Systems and EMDR. EMDR has the power to reduce the emotional impact of traumatic or troublesome historical or present-day memories, beliefs or experiences by desensitizing them and giving the brain space to come to a resolution about what's happened at a neural network level. It's like rewiring your brain to handle difficult experiences with greater clarity often leading to rapid relief and lasting change. We can also use this same tool to help with future-related concerns!
(249) 444-0264 View (249) 444-0264
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Nicole Saltsman
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Orillia, ON L3V  (Online Only)
There are times in life, especially when you are feeling most vulnerable, that you need to share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Though friends and family are great and have good intentions, what do you do when their support and advice do not result in relief or the lasting change you desire? My primary purpose as a therapist is to be a safe and reliable person for you to explore emotions, motivations and behaviours; to help you improve self-understanding and relationships with others; to process grief and trauma; and to find healthy ways to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, and experience desired personal growth.
There are times in life, especially when you are feeling most vulnerable, that you need to share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Though friends and family are great and have good intentions, what do you do when their support and advice do not result in relief or the lasting change you desire? My primary purpose as a therapist is to be a safe and reliable person for you to explore emotions, motivations and behaviours; to help you improve self-understanding and relationships with others; to process grief and trauma; and to find healthy ways to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, and experience desired personal growth.
(249) 209-5186 View (249) 209-5186
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Carman Brown
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V  (Online Only)
Managing our relationships, work, school, and life changes can feel overwhelming. You may be overthinking about friends, jobs and relationships, or having a difficult time developing and maintaining positive relationships with family, friends, or partners. While these challenges pile up, anxiety, anger, and sadness can start to cloud our thinking making it hard to tackle what we're experiencing on our own. Therapy can help us cope with what we're are going through, while also helping us learn more about ourselves along the way and regain control over parts of our life we felt we lost.
Managing our relationships, work, school, and life changes can feel overwhelming. You may be overthinking about friends, jobs and relationships, or having a difficult time developing and maintaining positive relationships with family, friends, or partners. While these challenges pile up, anxiety, anger, and sadness can start to cloud our thinking making it hard to tackle what we're experiencing on our own. Therapy can help us cope with what we're are going through, while also helping us learn more about ourselves along the way and regain control over parts of our life we felt we lost.
(249) 202-2214 View (249) 202-2214
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Vox Mental Health
Registered Social Worker, CYW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
We are trained to support you with any of the following: Stress & Anxiety, Body Image, Marriage Conflict, Family Dynamics + Parenting, Depression, Couples Infidelity, Boundary Setting, Teens, Trauma, Self Esteem & Efficacy, Grief & Loss, Isolation & Loneliness, Body & Food, Attachment Disorders, Developmental Trauma, Moral Injury, Burnout, & Racial Identity.
VOX Mental Health is a person-centred, trauma informed counselling practice that is committed to creating a safe, judgement free, supportive environment where you can begin to use your voice. Whether it is setting boundaries, processing your family of origin, working through marriage difficulties, setting goals, or developing coping tools for anxiety, we are here to support you and create a tailor-made treatment plan unique to you and your situation. We offer both virtual and in-person sessions that service individuals, families, and couples in Ontario Canada.
We are trained to support you with any of the following: Stress & Anxiety, Body Image, Marriage Conflict, Family Dynamics + Parenting, Depression, Couples Infidelity, Boundary Setting, Teens, Trauma, Self Esteem & Efficacy, Grief & Loss, Isolation & Loneliness, Body & Food, Attachment Disorders, Developmental Trauma, Moral Injury, Burnout, & Racial Identity.
VOX Mental Health is a person-centred, trauma informed counselling practice that is committed to creating a safe, judgement free, supportive environment where you can begin to use your voice. Whether it is setting boundaries, processing your family of origin, working through marriage difficulties, setting goals, or developing coping tools for anxiety, we are here to support you and create a tailor-made treatment plan unique to you and your situation. We offer both virtual and in-person sessions that service individuals, families, and couples in Ontario Canada.
(249) 487-0951 View (249) 487-0951
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Ashlee Lortie
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
In addition to my specialities and general mental health concerns, I have a keen interest in supporting new/expecting moms navigate motherhood as well as supporting kids/teens of parents going through divorce, and family conflicts in general.
NO-WAIT list! ADHD/ASD, Stress/Anxiety, OCD, Perinatal Issues! Perhaps you're struggling to get things done and are getting overwhelmed and procrastinate as a result. Your ADHD, anxiety, stress or depression just seem to get in the way of how you want to be living your life. It's hard to get through the days and you're starting to get down on yourself. You want to learn to overcome your mental health challenges and start feeling like yourself again. That's where therapy can help! I will help you find your strengths to overcome your hurdles while also helping you make meaningful changes and gain new perspectives in life.
In addition to my specialities and general mental health concerns, I have a keen interest in supporting new/expecting moms navigate motherhood as well as supporting kids/teens of parents going through divorce, and family conflicts in general.
NO-WAIT list! ADHD/ASD, Stress/Anxiety, OCD, Perinatal Issues! Perhaps you're struggling to get things done and are getting overwhelmed and procrastinate as a result. Your ADHD, anxiety, stress or depression just seem to get in the way of how you want to be living your life. It's hard to get through the days and you're starting to get down on yourself. You want to learn to overcome your mental health challenges and start feeling like yourself again. That's where therapy can help! I will help you find your strengths to overcome your hurdles while also helping you make meaningful changes and gain new perspectives in life.
(249) 559-2261 View (249) 559-2261
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Words Of Hope Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, RSW, BSW, SSW
Verified Verified
Orillia, ON L3V
Why Choose Words of Hope? You can feel confident that you will receive the service you deserve Certified RSW's 30 years of combined experience Specializing in Marriage and Family Counselling Health Benefits coverage Therapists who have experienced success within their own marriages/relationships and family life Professional, warm and private office and waiting area.
If you are looking for therapists who will understand you and treat your problems with the utmost of sensitivity and professionalism then you have come to the right place. We offer quick service, an unbiased approach and professional couples counselling and individual therapy for any issue you may be experiencing in your relationship challenges or other life difficulties. We offer a 100% success rate for clients who are dedicated and bring with them a desire, a belief, the courage and patience to see through the process of therapy.
Why Choose Words of Hope? You can feel confident that you will receive the service you deserve Certified RSW's 30 years of combined experience Specializing in Marriage and Family Counselling Health Benefits coverage Therapists who have experienced success within their own marriages/relationships and family life Professional, warm and private office and waiting area.
If you are looking for therapists who will understand you and treat your problems with the utmost of sensitivity and professionalism then you have come to the right place. We offer quick service, an unbiased approach and professional couples counselling and individual therapy for any issue you may be experiencing in your relationship challenges or other life difficulties. We offer a 100% success rate for clients who are dedicated and bring with them a desire, a belief, the courage and patience to see through the process of therapy.
(705) 990-1671 View (705) 990-1671
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Tonya McKee
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
There are many life changes that bring people to meet with a counsellor. Whether you are seeking to manage your anger, depression, anxiety or to cope with a crisis in you and your family/marriage or build more interpersonal communication skills. I provide counselling for Individuals, marriage or couples therapy. There are many tools that can help you cope with stressful events. Together we can build a treatment plan that meets your goals. Taking the first step to call can be overwhelming, it can also be rewarding when you find that there are tools available to help with achieving your goals.
There are many life changes that bring people to meet with a counsellor. Whether you are seeking to manage your anger, depression, anxiety or to cope with a crisis in you and your family/marriage or build more interpersonal communication skills. I provide counselling for Individuals, marriage or couples therapy. There are many tools that can help you cope with stressful events. Together we can build a treatment plan that meets your goals. Taking the first step to call can be overwhelming, it can also be rewarding when you find that there are tools available to help with achieving your goals.
(249) 503-3693 View (249) 503-3693
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Lisa Cluett
Registered Social Worker, MSW RSW, Psycho
Verified Verified
Orillia, ON L3V
I am passionate about youth/family engagement and my work with adolescents, families and individuals.
Are you feeling life is just too much right now? You can't do anything right, feel alone and not sure what to do? You are not alone! I know how hard life can be at times, and I am here to support you and your family to navigate those complex life events such as parenting and relationship challenges, child and adolescent mental health, grief and loss, separation/divorce and blended families. I have worked in the field of child and youth mental health for 22 years supporting adolescents and coaching parents; I understand how attachment and family dynamics affect relationships and the importance of everyone being heard and understood.
I am passionate about youth/family engagement and my work with adolescents, families and individuals.
Are you feeling life is just too much right now? You can't do anything right, feel alone and not sure what to do? You are not alone! I know how hard life can be at times, and I am here to support you and your family to navigate those complex life events such as parenting and relationship challenges, child and adolescent mental health, grief and loss, separation/divorce and blended families. I have worked in the field of child and youth mental health for 22 years supporting adolescents and coaching parents; I understand how attachment and family dynamics affect relationships and the importance of everyone being heard and understood.
(249) 202-2365 View (249) 202-2365
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Olivia Fogel
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BPhil
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
Relationships can bring us immense joy as well as incredible pain. Sometimes the way we have been doing things isn't working and it's hard to know where to go next. I invite clients who are experiencing tough transitions, parenthood and family planning, exploring gender, queerness, or dealing with the pain that comes with anxiety, grief, and loss. I seek to support clients to connect with their authentic voice, and to try new things- to discover what might possible for them in relationships with others, and with themselves. My practice is guided by anti-oppressive, trauma informed, and harm reduction principles.
Relationships can bring us immense joy as well as incredible pain. Sometimes the way we have been doing things isn't working and it's hard to know where to go next. I invite clients who are experiencing tough transitions, parenthood and family planning, exploring gender, queerness, or dealing with the pain that comes with anxiety, grief, and loss. I seek to support clients to connect with their authentic voice, and to try new things- to discover what might possible for them in relationships with others, and with themselves. My practice is guided by anti-oppressive, trauma informed, and harm reduction principles.
(249) 559-1401 View (249) 559-1401
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Clare Wells
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
Approaches I utilize include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness-Based Interventions, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
With over 10 years of experience in various sectors for mental health, I offer a safe and inclusive space to help guide you towards clarity and an enhanced sense of self. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, self-worth, strained relationships, and compassion fatigue. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or someone you care for, I work collaboratively to gain a better sense of yourself, exploring previous wounds, and create shifts to move towards your desired self. I will help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and in turn more effective ways of coping.
Approaches I utilize include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness-Based Interventions, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
With over 10 years of experience in various sectors for mental health, I offer a safe and inclusive space to help guide you towards clarity and an enhanced sense of self. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, self-worth, strained relationships, and compassion fatigue. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or someone you care for, I work collaboratively to gain a better sense of yourself, exploring previous wounds, and create shifts to move towards your desired self. I will help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and in turn more effective ways of coping.
(249) 488-1641 View (249) 488-1641
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Sweet Spot Family Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
Is home is feeling chaotic and less joyful these days? Are your relationships strained or have parenting challenges left you feeling like there's no end to the arguing? There is hope, Child and family work is our passion here. We can help you navigate struggles with practical steps and ease. Children like adults experience a wide range of emotions that can affect their self esteem, self confidence which can lead to symptoms of depression and anxiety. They require a special approach and we have the training and tools to engage your child in counselling and help them build the healthy habits and coping skills they need for success.
Is home is feeling chaotic and less joyful these days? Are your relationships strained or have parenting challenges left you feeling like there's no end to the arguing? There is hope, Child and family work is our passion here. We can help you navigate struggles with practical steps and ease. Children like adults experience a wide range of emotions that can affect their self esteem, self confidence which can lead to symptoms of depression and anxiety. They require a special approach and we have the training and tools to engage your child in counselling and help them build the healthy habits and coping skills they need for success.
(705) 791-9165 View (705) 791-9165
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Amy Johnson
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, RMFT
Verified Verified
Orillia, ON L3V
Bringing years of individual and family therapy work to your session provides greater insight with a strength based approach.
Upsetting news in the moment can lead to troubled days, and letting those troubles fester can create one heck of a miserable existence that impacts every facet of your life. What we don't learn from or resolve, inevitably circles back to remind us that change needs to happen. Believe me, we have all been there! A doctor or spouse tells you that you need to make a change due to a health scare or a relationship problem and you have no idea where to begin. You start asking the questions - How did I get here? How do I change it? Can I change it? Is it worth making all the effort for the change that you think you need or want?
Bringing years of individual and family therapy work to your session provides greater insight with a strength based approach.
Upsetting news in the moment can lead to troubled days, and letting those troubles fester can create one heck of a miserable existence that impacts every facet of your life. What we don't learn from or resolve, inevitably circles back to remind us that change needs to happen. Believe me, we have all been there! A doctor or spouse tells you that you need to make a change due to a health scare or a relationship problem and you have no idea where to begin. You start asking the questions - How did I get here? How do I change it? Can I change it? Is it worth making all the effort for the change that you think you need or want?
(249) 523-5316 View (249) 523-5316
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Andrea Smith
Registered Social Worker, CYW, BCYC, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
Whether you are going through a tough time and experiencing anxiety and depression, or just feeling like you are unable to connect with life in a meaningful way, I can work with you to identify your strengths, and implement strategies to restore balance in your life. I have additional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Whether you are going through a tough time and experiencing anxiety and depression, or just feeling like you are unable to connect with life in a meaningful way, I can work with you to identify your strengths, and implement strategies to restore balance in your life. I have additional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
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Michelle Harris & Associates
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, TITC-CT, CTP-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
Providing in-person sessions in Barrie and virtually to all Ontario residents. We are a team made up of Registered Social Workers (MSW) who specialize in providing psychotherapy to children (7+), teens (13+), young adults and individuals along with offering parent coaching and consultation. Using evidenced based practices we help you find answers for change for you, for your child or for your family. Working together we can build on existing strengths and skills to make positive life changes. Each approach will be tailored to you, your child or your family's needs and designed with your goal in mind.
Providing in-person sessions in Barrie and virtually to all Ontario residents. We are a team made up of Registered Social Workers (MSW) who specialize in providing psychotherapy to children (7+), teens (13+), young adults and individuals along with offering parent coaching and consultation. Using evidenced based practices we help you find answers for change for you, for your child or for your family. Working together we can build on existing strengths and skills to make positive life changes. Each approach will be tailored to you, your child or your family's needs and designed with your goal in mind.
(705) 243-3971 View (705) 243-3971
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Kristi Martin
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Orillia, ON L3V
My goal is to work collaboratively with individuals using evidence-based modalities to help provide a clear solution for every child, family or individual.
We often feel like we would like to change things in our lives, be a better parent or spouse or learn how to cope better with the way we manage stress. Having a deeper understanding of mental health and how it affects our mind and body can allow us to work towards healthier solutions to improve our lives.
My goal is to work collaboratively with individuals using evidence-based modalities to help provide a clear solution for every child, family or individual.
We often feel like we would like to change things in our lives, be a better parent or spouse or learn how to cope better with the way we manage stress. Having a deeper understanding of mental health and how it affects our mind and body can allow us to work towards healthier solutions to improve our lives.
(249) 500-4946 View (249) 500-4946
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.