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Carissa Ng
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP (Q)
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
My drive and motivation comes from my family and friends, I enjoy rock climbing, playing board games, and reading fiction novels, and am happiest when I'm sharing a meal with a loved one.
I believe that every human deserves to have their story seen, heard, and understood. This can be especially important in our busy world where it can be difficult to take the time to slow down and truly listen. Life can be complex and unpredictable, so I care about providing an inclusive, safe, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable sharing your journey with me. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, and it would be my deepest privilege to walk alongside you while we work together to overcome obstacles and navigate where you would like to go next.
My drive and motivation comes from my family and friends, I enjoy rock climbing, playing board games, and reading fiction novels, and am happiest when I'm sharing a meal with a loved one.
I believe that every human deserves to have their story seen, heard, and understood. This can be especially important in our busy world where it can be difficult to take the time to slow down and truly listen. Life can be complex and unpredictable, so I care about providing an inclusive, safe, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable sharing your journey with me. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, and it would be my deepest privilege to walk alongside you while we work together to overcome obstacles and navigate where you would like to go next.
(289) 207-4801 x719 View (289) 207-4801 x719
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Natasha Huff - Social Worker - Clinical Supervisor
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5M
I offer individual, couple and family therapy for a wide range of issues including; Divorce/Separation, Trauma, Grief, OCD, ADHD, BPD, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Self-Image, Family Conflict, and Eating Disorders I have assisted many couples and families in improving their relationships with one another, providing them with the ability to communicate, respect and understand each other better using Collaborative Problem Solving and Emotion-focussed therapy. Success in a relationship does not mean there is no conflict, it means that conflict is handled in a respectful manner and individuals feel heard.
I offer individual, couple and family therapy for a wide range of issues including; Divorce/Separation, Trauma, Grief, OCD, ADHD, BPD, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Self-Image, Family Conflict, and Eating Disorders I have assisted many couples and families in improving their relationships with one another, providing them with the ability to communicate, respect and understand each other better using Collaborative Problem Solving and Emotion-focussed therapy. Success in a relationship does not mean there is no conflict, it means that conflict is handled in a respectful manner and individuals feel heard.
(416) 985-0925 View (416) 985-0925
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Centre Of Healing Minds
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5B
Accepting New Clients! (www.cohm.ca) Centre of Healing Minds is a full service counselling centre in Mississauga offering individual, couple, family psychotherapy through licensed professionals. It is dedicated to helping people maintain a state of wellness by helping them improve and learn new strategies for dealing with difficult times and recover from serious setbacks in their lives. We work from a strength based perspective, looking for solutions to help people move on from their problems.
Accepting New Clients! (www.cohm.ca) Centre of Healing Minds is a full service counselling centre in Mississauga offering individual, couple, family psychotherapy through licensed professionals. It is dedicated to helping people maintain a state of wellness by helping them improve and learn new strategies for dealing with difficult times and recover from serious setbacks in their lives. We work from a strength based perspective, looking for solutions to help people move on from their problems.
(289) 805-3658 View (289) 805-3658
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Gulzar Firashta
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, RSSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5V
I work with individuals 15+ couples & family.
With over 10 years of experience providing mental health services in community-based organizations and school systems, I bring a strong mix of approaches to help you explore your strength and move ahead in life. My objective is to help individuals and couples to thrive and achieve success in their personal lives and intimate relationships. I respect the uniqueness of every individual through active listening skills, empathy, and open-mindedness towards a variety of lifestyles and situations. I take a holistic approach with care and affection that allows for a safe, and comfortable space for clients to work in collaboration with me.
I work with individuals 15+ couples & family.
With over 10 years of experience providing mental health services in community-based organizations and school systems, I bring a strong mix of approaches to help you explore your strength and move ahead in life. My objective is to help individuals and couples to thrive and achieve success in their personal lives and intimate relationships. I respect the uniqueness of every individual through active listening skills, empathy, and open-mindedness towards a variety of lifestyles and situations. I take a holistic approach with care and affection that allows for a safe, and comfortable space for clients to work in collaboration with me.
(289) 277-6788 View (289) 277-6788
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Luminare Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5M  (Online Only)
I have OVER 16 years of clinical experience in both hospital and community settings and ample experience treating children/adolescent/adult inpatients presenting with complex mental health issues by formulating and implementing sensitively customized family therapy.
Do you lie awake at night because you are feeling overwhelmed and anxious about the obstacles life has thrown at you? Feel detached and confused about a relationship that you feel “stuck” in? Depressed and having difficulty adjusting to a new illness involving you or your loved one? Unresolved anger creating trouble in your relationships and workplace? Or are you at the end of your rope because you are deeply concerned about your child’s behavior? To best suit your individual needs, I offer a variety of evidenced based approaches in a safe space where you can feel free to be 100% of yourself without worrying about being judged.
I have OVER 16 years of clinical experience in both hospital and community settings and ample experience treating children/adolescent/adult inpatients presenting with complex mental health issues by formulating and implementing sensitively customized family therapy.
Do you lie awake at night because you are feeling overwhelmed and anxious about the obstacles life has thrown at you? Feel detached and confused about a relationship that you feel “stuck” in? Depressed and having difficulty adjusting to a new illness involving you or your loved one? Unresolved anger creating trouble in your relationships and workplace? Or are you at the end of your rope because you are deeply concerned about your child’s behavior? To best suit your individual needs, I offer a variety of evidenced based approaches in a safe space where you can feel free to be 100% of yourself without worrying about being judged.
(647) 371-1300 View (647) 371-1300
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Joan Manning
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L4Z
I have worked with a variety of individuals experiencing a number of different challenges, ranging from depression to anxiety, to family concerns, to couple and relationship issues, to workplace challenges as well as other concerns.
There are times in one's life when you may need the support of a highly qualified compassionate professional to support you in your journey toward health and healing; as such, it may be helpful and needful to address concerns relating to mental health, relationships, parent-child concerns, workplace issues and a number of other concerns.
I have worked with a variety of individuals experiencing a number of different challenges, ranging from depression to anxiety, to family concerns, to couple and relationship issues, to workplace challenges as well as other concerns.
There are times in one's life when you may need the support of a highly qualified compassionate professional to support you in your journey toward health and healing; as such, it may be helpful and needful to address concerns relating to mental health, relationships, parent-child concerns, workplace issues and a number of other concerns.
(647) 699-5098 View (647) 699-5098
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Relationship Therapy Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP, RMFT-SQ
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
We are a team of Registered Social Workers, Registered Psychotherapists, Registered Marriage and Family Therapists and Interns who offer individual, couple and family therapy. We offer a safe, non-judgemental environment where we generate conversations that facilitate new possibilities for you, your relationships and life. We are committed to hearing, supporting and gently but appropriately challenging you. We utilize different approaches (including but not limited to person-centred, emotion-focused, solution focused, narrative, CBT etc.) based on the uniqueness of clients, and their needs and hopes for our work together.
We are a team of Registered Social Workers, Registered Psychotherapists, Registered Marriage and Family Therapists and Interns who offer individual, couple and family therapy. We offer a safe, non-judgemental environment where we generate conversations that facilitate new possibilities for you, your relationships and life. We are committed to hearing, supporting and gently but appropriately challenging you. We utilize different approaches (including but not limited to person-centred, emotion-focused, solution focused, narrative, CBT etc.) based on the uniqueness of clients, and their needs and hopes for our work together.
(647) 952-2025 x00 View (647) 952-2025 x00
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Aliah Moahkan
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5B
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, body image issues, lack of motivation, feeling stuck or relationship issues? Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationship/dating, family role, school, job, health or some other area of your life? Do you sometimes think to yourself "my child's behaviour is out of control?" My practice services individuals, children, youth and families. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you or a loved is struggling with emotional, psychological, mental health and/or behavioural challenges, the team at Support & Growth can help. There's immediate support available.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, body image issues, lack of motivation, feeling stuck or relationship issues? Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationship/dating, family role, school, job, health or some other area of your life? Do you sometimes think to yourself "my child's behaviour is out of control?" My practice services individuals, children, youth and families. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you or a loved is struggling with emotional, psychological, mental health and/or behavioural challenges, the team at Support & Growth can help. There's immediate support available.
(289) 276-6056 View (289) 276-6056
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Denise Alton
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5J  (Online Only)
All of us can benefit from feeling understood and supported. I am a registered social worker and psychotherapist who has been practicing for over 15 years. I value building warm and trusting relationships with my clients based on non judgement and providing practical and impactful strategies to manage whatever you may be dealing with in your life. This includes anxiety, depression, managing family and relationships, professional challenges, self-esteem, emotional distress and building skills to manage symptoms of trauma, among many other challenges.
All of us can benefit from feeling understood and supported. I am a registered social worker and psychotherapist who has been practicing for over 15 years. I value building warm and trusting relationships with my clients based on non judgement and providing practical and impactful strategies to manage whatever you may be dealing with in your life. This includes anxiety, depression, managing family and relationships, professional challenges, self-esteem, emotional distress and building skills to manage symptoms of trauma, among many other challenges.
(289) 236-3294 View (289) 236-3294
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Nahed Dajjani
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP (Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5B
Life has its challenges and we may feel overwhelmed and stressed and have trouble managing our feelings and our thoughts. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, conflicts, or other issues that are affecting your mental health, I can support you and your family needs with compassion and collaboration.
Life has its challenges and we may feel overwhelmed and stressed and have trouble managing our feelings and our thoughts. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, conflicts, or other issues that are affecting your mental health, I can support you and your family needs with compassion and collaboration.
(289) 723-2109 View (289) 723-2109
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Jon Lewis
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
For more information on how I do individual, couple, and family therapy, feel free to view my webpage.
**NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS IN PERSON AND REMOTELY** I pride myself in offering clients an approach that is dedicated to understanding their goals through a collaborative counselling experience. I create a safe and calm space to facilitate a strong therapeutic connection with clients. With gentle curiosity and openness, I invite clients to tell me about their world and experience, so I can learn from them. I believe that healing is possible for everyone and it is my joy to help a client unlock their full potential for happiness and health. It’s not about merely helping clients to survive the day to day but helping clients to thrive!
For more information on how I do individual, couple, and family therapy, feel free to view my webpage.
**NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS IN PERSON AND REMOTELY** I pride myself in offering clients an approach that is dedicated to understanding their goals through a collaborative counselling experience. I create a safe and calm space to facilitate a strong therapeutic connection with clients. With gentle curiosity and openness, I invite clients to tell me about their world and experience, so I can learn from them. I believe that healing is possible for everyone and it is my joy to help a client unlock their full potential for happiness and health. It’s not about merely helping clients to survive the day to day but helping clients to thrive!
(289) 216-6573 View (289) 216-6573
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Evelyn de Mos
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP, RMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5N
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes life and relationships are not easy, and can be full of challenges. It, however, can be more manageable to cope with them when talking with someone else. I offer a safe, encouraging, and caring place for individuals and families to talk about their struggles. I have a strong desire to connect with people and create opportunities for healing and growth. I have sound experience working with women and adolescents who struggle with trauma, anxiety, and depression. I am trained in marriage and family therapy, but work with a wide range of clientele.
Sometimes life and relationships are not easy, and can be full of challenges. It, however, can be more manageable to cope with them when talking with someone else. I offer a safe, encouraging, and caring place for individuals and families to talk about their struggles. I have a strong desire to connect with people and create opportunities for healing and growth. I have sound experience working with women and adolescents who struggle with trauma, anxiety, and depression. I am trained in marriage and family therapy, but work with a wide range of clientele.
(844) 402-3557 View (844) 402-3557
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Tehreem Mehmood
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5V
Along with individual therapy, I also offer couple and family therapy.
I have worked with individuals from various walks of life and understand that you are the true expert of your life. To me, therapy is about more than just problems. As a therapist, I want to acknowledge both the challenges and the great strengths that you bring. I am dedicated to seeing you as more than the problems that you may discuss with me. Together, I hope to help you expand your awareness of yourself and explore ways to live in greater alignment to your values and needs. My priority is listening closely to where you are in your own journey and walking along you.
Along with individual therapy, I also offer couple and family therapy.
I have worked with individuals from various walks of life and understand that you are the true expert of your life. To me, therapy is about more than just problems. As a therapist, I want to acknowledge both the challenges and the great strengths that you bring. I am dedicated to seeing you as more than the problems that you may discuss with me. Together, I hope to help you expand your awareness of yourself and explore ways to live in greater alignment to your values and needs. My priority is listening closely to where you are in your own journey and walking along you.
(289) 274-6731 View (289) 274-6731
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Building Bridges Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
For more information on how we do individual, couple, or family therapy, feel free to view our website.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
For more information on how we do individual, couple, or family therapy, feel free to view our website.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
(289) 210-5106 View (289) 210-5106
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Marta Mackiw
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5M
I have been fortunate enough to find my passion in working with and helping others. Connecting with a therapist is a challenging first step, but it is often the first step towards discovery, growth, and change. I aspire to create a safe and comfortable space for clients to uncover their resiliency and explore skills that help them increase their ability to cope with life difficulties. I offer individual, couple, and family therapy for a wide variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management, self-esteem, domestic violence, communication problems, stress management, and life transitions.
I have been fortunate enough to find my passion in working with and helping others. Connecting with a therapist is a challenging first step, but it is often the first step towards discovery, growth, and change. I aspire to create a safe and comfortable space for clients to uncover their resiliency and explore skills that help them increase their ability to cope with life difficulties. I offer individual, couple, and family therapy for a wide variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management, self-esteem, domestic violence, communication problems, stress management, and life transitions.
(647) 953-2034 View (647) 953-2034
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Ayman Al Taher
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5B
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a Certified Clinical Chaplain and Spiritual Counsellor from the College of Pastoral Education and Psychotherapy (CPSP) Canada - USA and Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC). ​ I have more than 25 years of experience providing individual, couples and family counselling through a holistic approach of mind, body soul and spirit. I have been working as a Spiritual Counsellor and Caregiver at the Sick Kids Hospital Toronto since 1997. I am also an imam, a public speaker and an activist in several social advocacy groups.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a Certified Clinical Chaplain and Spiritual Counsellor from the College of Pastoral Education and Psychotherapy (CPSP) Canada - USA and Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC). ​ I have more than 25 years of experience providing individual, couples and family counselling through a holistic approach of mind, body soul and spirit. I have been working as a Spiritual Counsellor and Caregiver at the Sick Kids Hospital Toronto since 1997. I am also an imam, a public speaker and an activist in several social advocacy groups.
(289) 312-1828 View (289) 312-1828
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Ambreen Yousaf
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5M
I believe that awareness of self, thoughts and feelings are an essential aspect of one's well-being. My goal is to help my clients build resilience and achieve self-sufficiency. I enjoy working with adults (and young adults) struggling with life stressors or traumatic experiences and providing them with the skills and confidence to cope successfully. From my experience as a youth counsellor and a facilitator for family violence, I have acquired skills in helping individuals facing a broad range of mental health problems and life challenges.
I believe that awareness of self, thoughts and feelings are an essential aspect of one's well-being. My goal is to help my clients build resilience and achieve self-sufficiency. I enjoy working with adults (and young adults) struggling with life stressors or traumatic experiences and providing them with the skills and confidence to cope successfully. From my experience as a youth counsellor and a facilitator for family violence, I have acquired skills in helping individuals facing a broad range of mental health problems and life challenges.
(289) 804-6061 View (289) 804-6061
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Zahra Halfal
Registered Psychotherapist, MA MFT, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the CRPO. I obtained a Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the United States. My integrated psychotherapy approach for individual adults/teenagers, couples, and families combines relational, emotion-focused, attachment informed, trauma informed, and somatic elements. This comprehensive approach emphasizes the importance of your relationship with yourself and others, encourages emotional exploration, considers attachment histories, acknowledges trauma's impact, and fosters trust and positive self-esteem. It aims to promote individual/relational healing, inside and out.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the CRPO. I obtained a Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the United States. My integrated psychotherapy approach for individual adults/teenagers, couples, and families combines relational, emotion-focused, attachment informed, trauma informed, and somatic elements. This comprehensive approach emphasizes the importance of your relationship with yourself and others, encourages emotional exploration, considers attachment histories, acknowledges trauma's impact, and fosters trust and positive self-esteem. It aims to promote individual/relational healing, inside and out.
(289) 276-7867 View (289) 276-7867
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Rise Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4W
I offer individual therapy for a range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship challenges, family relationships, and self development.
There are times when life can seem overwhelming and difficult. You might be feeling stuck, struggling to deal with your emotions, or just be looking for some guidance. Being open to therapy is the first step and one of the most courageous decisions you can make. I create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to work through the challenges you are experiencing. I believe you are the expert of your life, and I want to support your recovery in any way I can.
I offer individual therapy for a range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship challenges, family relationships, and self development.
There are times when life can seem overwhelming and difficult. You might be feeling stuck, struggling to deal with your emotions, or just be looking for some guidance. Being open to therapy is the first step and one of the most courageous decisions you can make. I create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to work through the challenges you are experiencing. I believe you are the expert of your life, and I want to support your recovery in any way I can.
(647) 417-4799 View (647) 417-4799
Marianne Caroleo
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BACYC, CYW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
Are you, your child or teen often feeling anxious, stuck, angry or depressed? Is your child or teen struggling with socialization, difficult behaviours or mental health concerns? Are these struggles impacting relationships and making you feel overwhelmed? Problems within yourself, your family or your child/teen can cause challenges and create turmoil in your home, work or at your child’s school. You and your family deserve to live the life that makes excited to wake up each morning, and here at Harmony counselling we can work alongside you to set goals and build on your strengths to create harmony within you and your family.
Are you, your child or teen often feeling anxious, stuck, angry or depressed? Is your child or teen struggling with socialization, difficult behaviours or mental health concerns? Are these struggles impacting relationships and making you feel overwhelmed? Problems within yourself, your family or your child/teen can cause challenges and create turmoil in your home, work or at your child’s school. You and your family deserve to live the life that makes excited to wake up each morning, and here at Harmony counselling we can work alongside you to set goals and build on your strengths to create harmony within you and your family.
(289) 768-5761 View (289) 768-5761

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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.