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Natasha Parmar
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN[EC], MScN, BScN, RN
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5M  (Online Only)
For a long time, you have been described as "the problem." You have heard this countless times in your relationships, so be it with your family, friends, or partner. You understand that there is no such thing as being "perfect," but you find yourself using this thought as a way to justify your anger, emotions, and at times your self-sabotaging behaviors. Above all, you love those around you and want to sustain these relationships. You know you are accountable, but how do you reframe your emotions when you are constantly left feeling shamed, misheard, and misrepresented by those closest to you. You want to create change in your life.
For a long time, you have been described as "the problem." You have heard this countless times in your relationships, so be it with your family, friends, or partner. You understand that there is no such thing as being "perfect," but you find yourself using this thought as a way to justify your anger, emotions, and at times your self-sabotaging behaviors. Above all, you love those around you and want to sustain these relationships. You know you are accountable, but how do you reframe your emotions when you are constantly left feeling shamed, misheard, and misrepresented by those closest to you. You want to create change in your life.
(365) 544-2462 View (365) 544-2462
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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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Diana Da Conceição
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MFT , RP
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5B  (Online Only)
I am a registered psychotherapist specializing in children, parents, and families. With Over 12 years of experience working in children's mental health and being a mother myself; I can guide you with compassion and extensive knowledge. I can support you and your family with different complex needs ranging from anxiety, depression, complex trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, adoption and attachment concerns, school issues, behavioral concerns, and almost anything related to parenting and enhancing the wellbeing of children and families.
I am a registered psychotherapist specializing in children, parents, and families. With Over 12 years of experience working in children's mental health and being a mother myself; I can guide you with compassion and extensive knowledge. I can support you and your family with different complex needs ranging from anxiety, depression, complex trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, adoption and attachment concerns, school issues, behavioral concerns, and almost anything related to parenting and enhancing the wellbeing of children and families.
(289) 312-4192 View (289) 312-4192
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Mahwish Faiyaz
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MS, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5B
Whether you are experiencing distress due to depression, anxiety, PTSD or struggling with relational issues such as parenting, domestic violence, teen behavioural challenges, and spousal relationships, I can support you and your family during this difficult time with compassion.
I use a partnership approach where I work collaboratively with my clients to customize the therapeutic journey to your individual needs. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a Certified Canadian Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). I provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their mental and emotional well-being while also providing professional development through career counselling. I have experience working with youth, adults, couples and families.
Whether you are experiencing distress due to depression, anxiety, PTSD or struggling with relational issues such as parenting, domestic violence, teen behavioural challenges, and spousal relationships, I can support you and your family during this difficult time with compassion.
I use a partnership approach where I work collaboratively with my clients to customize the therapeutic journey to your individual needs. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a Certified Canadian Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). I provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their mental and emotional well-being while also providing professional development through career counselling. I have experience working with youth, adults, couples and families.
(289) 312-1360 View (289) 312-1360
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Jennifer Boldt
Registered Psychotherapist, BAPsyc, MDiv, MTS, RP
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5N  (Online Only)
You don't need to deal with depression, anxiety, grief, mental illness, addiction or relational and family issues alone. I am here as a safe presence to help you navigate through your thoughts, feelings, circumstances and relationships. You can connect and book a session immediately on : Boldtpsychotherapy.com email :jennifer@boldtpsychotherapy.com or call or text at 289-324-0789.
You don't need to deal with depression, anxiety, grief, mental illness, addiction or relational and family issues alone. I am here as a safe presence to help you navigate through your thoughts, feelings, circumstances and relationships. You can connect and book a session immediately on : Boldtpsychotherapy.com email :jennifer@boldtpsychotherapy.com or call or text at 289-324-0789.
(365) 602-5423 View (365) 602-5423
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Moksha Psychotherapy, Counselling & Consulting
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, AA, RSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L4Z
Areas we specialize in: anxiety, depression, grief, loss, trauma, crisis, mental health, family & relationship issues, premarital & marital, divorce & separation, children, tweens, teens & parenting, sense of self & identity work, interpersonal communication, building coping skills/transitioning after major life events & working with all types of families.
Are there areas in your life that you'd like to strengthen? Do you feel 'stuck' or in a pattern that keeps you from enjoying & participating in your life fully? Are you also dealing with a chronic illness such as anxiety & depression that are impacting other areas? Would you like a safe & confidential space & time reserved just for you and/or a loved one to process past & current life events, build new coping skills and outcomes with a better quality of life? If so, let's arrange a session after your initial consultation so that I can help YOU help yourself again! We have a growing team of Psychotherapists.
Areas we specialize in: anxiety, depression, grief, loss, trauma, crisis, mental health, family & relationship issues, premarital & marital, divorce & separation, children, tweens, teens & parenting, sense of self & identity work, interpersonal communication, building coping skills/transitioning after major life events & working with all types of families.
Are there areas in your life that you'd like to strengthen? Do you feel 'stuck' or in a pattern that keeps you from enjoying & participating in your life fully? Are you also dealing with a chronic illness such as anxiety & depression that are impacting other areas? Would you like a safe & confidential space & time reserved just for you and/or a loved one to process past & current life events, build new coping skills and outcomes with a better quality of life? If so, let's arrange a session after your initial consultation so that I can help YOU help yourself again! We have a growing team of Psychotherapists.
(289) 278-9736 View (289) 278-9736
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Agalya Gonsalves - Couples Individual And Family Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5V  (Online Only)
If you feel like you were once a happy couple, but now don’t want to be alone with each other. You can’t solve a disagreement respectfully. You’re always arguing. Maybe you’re overwhelmed trying to balance a relationship, parenting, family and in-laws. ⁣⁣
If you feel like you were once a happy couple, but now don’t want to be alone with each other. You can’t solve a disagreement respectfully. You’re always arguing. Maybe you’re overwhelmed trying to balance a relationship, parenting, family and in-laws. ⁣⁣
(289) 204-0477 View (289) 204-0477
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Kashfia Iqbal
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5R  (Online Only)
Thus, I employ a holistic and eclectic approach using CBT, Narrative Therapy, DBT, family systems, and solution focused/brief modalities.
My goal is to support individuals who feel they are tangled up in life, and their past is interfering into their present. I am a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers with over 13 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families, children and youth. My training includes a Master of Social Work degree from University of Toronto, and I approach my work from a client-centered perspective, offering evidence-based therapy for a wide range of emotional and adjustment difficulties. My focus lies on trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and culturally competent practices.
Thus, I employ a holistic and eclectic approach using CBT, Narrative Therapy, DBT, family systems, and solution focused/brief modalities.
My goal is to support individuals who feel they are tangled up in life, and their past is interfering into their present. I am a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers with over 13 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families, children and youth. My training includes a Master of Social Work degree from University of Toronto, and I approach my work from a client-centered perspective, offering evidence-based therapy for a wide range of emotional and adjustment difficulties. My focus lies on trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and culturally competent practices.
(289) 275-7987 View (289) 275-7987
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Kezia Allen
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5R
I specialize in working with children and families, emphasizing the importance of child development, as well as family system interventions.
I am the kind of social worker that wants to work with you to develop emotional regulation skills, coping strategies, and stress-management methods that you can keep in your back pocket. My goal is to help you feel capable of pushing through personal challenges years down the line. I offer my clinical support coming from Trauma-Informed, Strenghts-Based, and Anti-Oppressive approaches – for the young to young at heart, we all could benefit from someone to talk to!
I specialize in working with children and families, emphasizing the importance of child development, as well as family system interventions.
I am the kind of social worker that wants to work with you to develop emotional regulation skills, coping strategies, and stress-management methods that you can keep in your back pocket. My goal is to help you feel capable of pushing through personal challenges years down the line. I offer my clinical support coming from Trauma-Informed, Strenghts-Based, and Anti-Oppressive approaches – for the young to young at heart, we all could benefit from someone to talk to!
(289) 677-1840 View (289) 677-1840
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Malika Jmila
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5B
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, lack of motivation, grief, feeling overwhelmed, 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, lack of motivation, grief, feeling overwhelmed, 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) 216-4364 View (289) 216-4364
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Mindful Insights Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RSSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L4W
For more information on how we do individual, couple, or family therapy, feel free to view our website.
Welcome to Mindful Insights Psychotherapy, a haven for those embarking on a journey of self-discovery and growth. Our practice warmly welcomes individuals, couples and families seeking support in navigating life's complexities and transitions. Whether you're striving to overcome challenges, heal from past experiences, or simply seeking clarity and direction, we're here to provide compassionate guidance. Together, we'll explore your unique path towards fulfillment and empowerment, creating a safe space where you can flourish.
For more information on how we do individual, couple, or family therapy, feel free to view our website.
Welcome to Mindful Insights Psychotherapy, a haven for those embarking on a journey of self-discovery and growth. Our practice warmly welcomes individuals, couples and families seeking support in navigating life's complexities and transitions. Whether you're striving to overcome challenges, heal from past experiences, or simply seeking clarity and direction, we're here to provide compassionate guidance. Together, we'll explore your unique path towards fulfillment and empowerment, creating a safe space where you can flourish.
(289) 216-5837 x101 View (289) 216-5837 x101
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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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Healing From Within
Registered Social Worker, MSW RSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5V  (Online Only)
As a parent coach, couples counselor, and Individual, Child, and Family Therapist, I will help you to better understand negative interactional patterns that keep you stuck. Are you feeling sad, overwhelmed when parenting and facing discipline challenges, or engaged in couples conflict? Together we deal with feelings of inadequacy, grief and loss, anger, frustration and aloness. We all need to feel safe, loved, and validated about self and others. Awareness and freedom from negative reactive patterns leads to feelings of peace, purpose, and growth. A life worth living begins with change from within.
As a parent coach, couples counselor, and Individual, Child, and Family Therapist, I will help you to better understand negative interactional patterns that keep you stuck. Are you feeling sad, overwhelmed when parenting and facing discipline challenges, or engaged in couples conflict? Together we deal with feelings of inadequacy, grief and loss, anger, frustration and aloness. We all need to feel safe, loved, and validated about self and others. Awareness and freedom from negative reactive patterns leads to feelings of peace, purpose, and growth. A life worth living begins with change from within.
(289) 302-7368 View (289) 302-7368
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Sapna Singh
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5B
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, lack of motivation, grief, feeling overwhelmed, 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, lack of motivation, grief, feeling overwhelmed, 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) 312-1856 View (289) 312-1856
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Simply Lotus Therapy Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5R  (Online Only)
I work with children 6 and over, teens, young adults, and supporting family members/caregivers of neurodivergent people.
Hi there! My name is Krystle, thanks for stopping by. In therapy we often talk about life experiences, how it shapes who we are, and guides the journey we are on. Sometimes in our journeys we are faced with stressors, maybe feeling uncertain about our future, or feeling lost in our thoughts. Sometimes our journey leads us to self-discovery, and new ways of doing things. Perhaps by accepting the uncertainty of tomorrow. Whether you are looking for support to manage anxiety, overwhelming thoughts/emotions, help with school/work, or maybe daily life pressures. Feeling connected and understood is what most of us are searching for.
I work with children 6 and over, teens, young adults, and supporting family members/caregivers of neurodivergent people.
Hi there! My name is Krystle, thanks for stopping by. In therapy we often talk about life experiences, how it shapes who we are, and guides the journey we are on. Sometimes in our journeys we are faced with stressors, maybe feeling uncertain about our future, or feeling lost in our thoughts. Sometimes our journey leads us to self-discovery, and new ways of doing things. Perhaps by accepting the uncertainty of tomorrow. Whether you are looking for support to manage anxiety, overwhelming thoughts/emotions, help with school/work, or maybe daily life pressures. Feeling connected and understood is what most of us are searching for.
(289) 312-5370 View (289) 312-5370
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Cecy Ancy Daniel
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5N
With a double Masters in Social Work (India & Toronto) & over 22+ years of individual, couple & family work, I help Clients holistically to overcome challenges like trauma in intimate/inter-personal relations, mental health (depression, anxiety) & parenting.
I work hard with my Clients to strengthen their sense of agency/choices, widen their capacity to self-reflect, evaluate, regulate any difficult thoughts/emotions/actions & psycho-educate on topics relevant to them. I empower Clients to validate their inner strengths, embrace/work through their weaknesses, build their external supports & self-advocacy skills to voice their needs. I also collaborate with the various sub-systems both at the micro (family, doctors) & macro levels (schools, hospitals, lawyers) with the intention to support Client reach their goal of improving their life. Fluent in-English, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, Malayalam
With a double Masters in Social Work (India & Toronto) & over 22+ years of individual, couple & family work, I help Clients holistically to overcome challenges like trauma in intimate/inter-personal relations, mental health (depression, anxiety) & parenting.
I work hard with my Clients to strengthen their sense of agency/choices, widen their capacity to self-reflect, evaluate, regulate any difficult thoughts/emotions/actions & psycho-educate on topics relevant to them. I empower Clients to validate their inner strengths, embrace/work through their weaknesses, build their external supports & self-advocacy skills to voice their needs. I also collaborate with the various sub-systems both at the micro (family, doctors) & macro levels (schools, hospitals, lawyers) with the intention to support Client reach their goal of improving their life. Fluent in-English, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, Malayalam
(289) 204-1940 View (289) 204-1940
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Sandra Danial
Registered Social Worker, HBa, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5V  (Online Only)
My faith-based Christian practice is focused on providing anti-oppressive, culturally sensitive support to individuals of African, Caribbean, African Canadian/American heritage, and allies. My focus is help rebuild esteem, intimacy, trust, and friendship. Together, we can work on healing and provide you with the tools to grow individually, as a family, and/or couple to (re)establish a stronger sense of self; ensuring that when working with couples and families, we collaboratively cultivate, and maintain mutual respect while feeling heard, seen, valued, understood, and supported by your partner/family members.
My faith-based Christian practice is focused on providing anti-oppressive, culturally sensitive support to individuals of African, Caribbean, African Canadian/American heritage, and allies. My focus is help rebuild esteem, intimacy, trust, and friendship. Together, we can work on healing and provide you with the tools to grow individually, as a family, and/or couple to (re)establish a stronger sense of self; ensuring that when working with couples and families, we collaboratively cultivate, and maintain mutual respect while feeling heard, seen, valued, understood, and supported by your partner/family members.
(289) 206-9140 View (289) 206-9140
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Steven Uchikata
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5M
It can sometimes feel like being a young person is harder than ever in today’s world. Cyberbullying, mental health, gender and sexuality, body image, suicide rates, eating disorders, family breakdown and substance use are among the challenges teens and young adults often have to deal with. These are in addition to school work, dating, and friends. My role is to support and guide you while working to overcome the challenges you face. I aim to provide a caring and trusting space where you can share whatever you want and feel understood. We can work together to help you better cope with your experiences and emotions.
It can sometimes feel like being a young person is harder than ever in today’s world. Cyberbullying, mental health, gender and sexuality, body image, suicide rates, eating disorders, family breakdown and substance use are among the challenges teens and young adults often have to deal with. These are in addition to school work, dating, and friends. My role is to support and guide you while working to overcome the challenges you face. I aim to provide a caring and trusting space where you can share whatever you want and feel understood. We can work together to help you better cope with your experiences and emotions.
(365) 800-6414 View (365) 800-6414
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Stacy Yong
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5N
Welcome To Your Next Chapter! We help heal root issues to truly transform you to THrive in life! Our focus is your mental and emotional wellness by identifying current patterns, and past experiences. I work from a place of hope and believe that everyone has potential to improve their life, regardless of challenges encountered.  I have extensive individual, couple, family and group therapy experience and use your existing strengths to help develop healthy coping and healthy relationships. Together we can identify your goals to help you move forward in life, step by step, for deep healing and growth. It's Time to Reclaim Your Life!
Welcome To Your Next Chapter! We help heal root issues to truly transform you to THrive in life! Our focus is your mental and emotional wellness by identifying current patterns, and past experiences. I work from a place of hope and believe that everyone has potential to improve their life, regardless of challenges encountered.  I have extensive individual, couple, family and group therapy experience and use your existing strengths to help develop healthy coping and healthy relationships. Together we can identify your goals to help you move forward in life, step by step, for deep healing and growth. It's Time to Reclaim Your Life!
(647) 556-6286 View (647) 556-6286
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Rocheny Alexandre, MSW,RSW Social Worker, Psychoth
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5G  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a mental health therapist, I help people experiencing distress enhance their sense of personal wellbeing and overall happiness. Over the years I have worked with adults, youth and families experiencing struggles with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations, stress, relationship conflict, divorce and unresolved family issues.
As a mental health therapist, I help people experiencing distress enhance their sense of personal wellbeing and overall happiness. Over the years I have worked with adults, youth and families experiencing struggles with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations, stress, relationship conflict, divorce and unresolved family issues.
(289) 272-7331 View (289) 272-7331

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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.