Therapists in Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB

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Calgary Couples Counselling Centre Inc.
Psychologist, PhD MFT, RPsych, RMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2H
in Marriage and Family Therapy from Brigham Young University, and have over twenty years clinical experience working with couples in both agency and private practice settings.
Hi, I am Nathan Cobb. My team and I work with couples who are striving to improve the way they relate to and connect with each other. Between us, we have a lot of tools and experience to help couples improve their communication, stop unproductive cycles of fighting, feel more emotionally connected, and build trust in each other. Our clients have included couples in the early stages of their relationship who are preparing for marriage, those who have been stuck for many years in some negative habits, and those who are seeking help to recover from an affair.
in Marriage and Family Therapy from Brigham Young University, and have over twenty years clinical experience working with couples in both agency and private practice settings.
Hi, I am Nathan Cobb. My team and I work with couples who are striving to improve the way they relate to and connect with each other. Between us, we have a lot of tools and experience to help couples improve their communication, stop unproductive cycles of fighting, feel more emotionally connected, and build trust in each other. Our clients have included couples in the early stages of their relationship who are preparing for marriage, those who have been stuck for many years in some negative habits, and those who are seeking help to recover from an affair.
(587) 847-0504 View (587) 847-0504
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Dr. David Hersh - Hersh Ctr for Sexual Wellness
EdD, LMFT, CST, ABS, FAACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2H
My specialty is Human Sexuality. I'm a Certified Sex Therapist, Psychotherapist and am a mostly retired, formerly Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I have 50+ years experience. I was trained, mentored and supervised by Dr. Wardell Pomeroy of the Kinsey Institute. I help my patients achieve their greatest sexual and relationship potential, beyond diagnosis and treatment of their concerns, to reach the most exciting levels of an intimate relationship. I see many patients online. It is efficient and effective, and it permits the intimacy and immediacy of an in-office consultation, from the comfort of your home or office.
My specialty is Human Sexuality. I'm a Certified Sex Therapist, Psychotherapist and am a mostly retired, formerly Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I have 50+ years experience. I was trained, mentored and supervised by Dr. Wardell Pomeroy of the Kinsey Institute. I help my patients achieve their greatest sexual and relationship potential, beyond diagnosis and treatment of their concerns, to reach the most exciting levels of an intimate relationship. I see many patients online. It is efficient and effective, and it permits the intimacy and immediacy of an in-office consultation, from the comfort of your home or office.
(403) 606-3183 View (403) 606-3183
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Lee Atwood
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2X
My goal is to help you live a rich, full, meaningful life, which means learning coping skills for stressful situations, improving marriage, family, and other relationships beyond just surviving, but thriving.
When you feel all hope is lost, there is STILL hope! Vincent van Gogh said, “There may be a great fire in our soul, yet no one ever comes to warm himself at it, and the passers-by see only a wisp of smoke.” I consider my job to hear and feel with you the great fire of your soul—your struggles, feelings of hopelessness and worry, feeling controlled by your emotions and past trauma, repeating patterns of conflict, battling addiction, or fighting an inner battle that others may not fully understand or appreciate.
My goal is to help you live a rich, full, meaningful life, which means learning coping skills for stressful situations, improving marriage, family, and other relationships beyond just surviving, but thriving.
When you feel all hope is lost, there is STILL hope! Vincent van Gogh said, “There may be a great fire in our soul, yet no one ever comes to warm himself at it, and the passers-by see only a wisp of smoke.” I consider my job to hear and feel with you the great fire of your soul—your struggles, feelings of hopelessness and worry, feeling controlled by your emotions and past trauma, repeating patterns of conflict, battling addiction, or fighting an inner battle that others may not fully understand or appreciate.
(587) 417-2687 View (587) 417-2687
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Samuel Orji
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2Z
Some of the issues I work best with are anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, caregiving exhaustion, infidelity, couple or family challenges, self-esteem and identity problems, eating disorders, and addiction.
In my initial sessions, clients usually say, “I want someone that gets me.” This is a shared feeling; I also want my therapist to “get me” and connect with me. Hence, I use evidence-based approaches to build this connection with my clients, honoring their stories and enabling them to feel heard, unjudged, and respected. This alliance, I believe, is fundamental to the results we collaboratively attain in therapy. I work with children, teens, young adults, seniors, couples, and families from a person-centered, systemic, and strength-based lens.
Some of the issues I work best with are anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, caregiving exhaustion, infidelity, couple or family challenges, self-esteem and identity problems, eating disorders, and addiction.
In my initial sessions, clients usually say, “I want someone that gets me.” This is a shared feeling; I also want my therapist to “get me” and connect with me. Hence, I use evidence-based approaches to build this connection with my clients, honoring their stories and enabling them to feel heard, unjudged, and respected. This alliance, I believe, is fundamental to the results we collaboratively attain in therapy. I work with children, teens, young adults, seniors, couples, and families from a person-centered, systemic, and strength-based lens.
(587) 715-2581 View (587) 715-2581
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Calgary Psychological Services
Psychologist, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2X
I look forward to helping you and your family on the path to wellness.
Calgary Psychological Services is an inclusive clinic and takes care to provide wellness and a sense of belonging for all. I am a Registered Psychologist specializing in Psychoeducational Assessments, gifted testing, ADHD Assessments (both children and adults) and treating youth with anxiety, depression, and anxiety.
I look forward to helping you and your family on the path to wellness.
Calgary Psychological Services is an inclusive clinic and takes care to provide wellness and a sense of belonging for all. I am a Registered Psychologist specializing in Psychoeducational Assessments, gifted testing, ADHD Assessments (both children and adults) and treating youth with anxiety, depression, and anxiety.
(825) 254-9542 View (825) 254-9542
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Rhian Lois Wight
Counsellor, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2X  (Online Only)
She has lived experience of the effects of injury car accidents, mental health, addictions, divorce, EPO's, family reunification, immigration, bullying, immigration, etc.
Together we can work through the crossroads you are at and journey to find new roads. Rhian helps people who are struggling to cope with difficult life changes/transitions and stressful situations/events that often lead people to have an overwhelmed nervous system and high anxiety. She is trained in trauma. She merges strength based methodology with solution focused Therapy to help people cope with the anxiety that comes with finding new crossroads in life. Rhian is an expert on Divorce and Breakup Recovery. She has been a divorce mentor, guiding people through the process of a healthy transition.
She has lived experience of the effects of injury car accidents, mental health, addictions, divorce, EPO's, family reunification, immigration, bullying, immigration, etc.
Together we can work through the crossroads you are at and journey to find new roads. Rhian helps people who are struggling to cope with difficult life changes/transitions and stressful situations/events that often lead people to have an overwhelmed nervous system and high anxiety. She is trained in trauma. She merges strength based methodology with solution focused Therapy to help people cope with the anxiety that comes with finding new crossroads in life. Rhian is an expert on Divorce and Breakup Recovery. She has been a divorce mentor, guiding people through the process of a healthy transition.
(825) 465-0233 View (825) 465-0233
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Shelley D Hanna
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2X
I specialize in trauma related symptoms and concerns. As an EMDR certified therapist I can help with complex trauma, relational trauma, phobias, mood and relationship concerns. I offer treatment intensives and day retreats. Depression, anxiety relationship concerns are often symptoms of trauma and we can explore healing further with EMDR and somatic therapies. I also support individuals and their family members struggling with stress, behaviour problems, communication difficulties, marital concerns, and co-parenting issues after separation and divorce. often a little help can change the direction to a more positive one.
I specialize in trauma related symptoms and concerns. As an EMDR certified therapist I can help with complex trauma, relational trauma, phobias, mood and relationship concerns. I offer treatment intensives and day retreats. Depression, anxiety relationship concerns are often symptoms of trauma and we can explore healing further with EMDR and somatic therapies. I also support individuals and their family members struggling with stress, behaviour problems, communication difficulties, marital concerns, and co-parenting issues after separation and divorce. often a little help can change the direction to a more positive one.
(587) 333-0283 View (587) 333-0283
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Patricia Pedraza Cruz
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC, BPsych
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2Z
Patricia is accepting referrals for counseling issues and has special interest in Domestic violence, multicultural parenting and family adaptation, career counseling for youth and adults, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress management and spiritual concerns.
Patricia has 18 years experience in the area of counselling, wellbeing and trauma. Clients consult her on issues related to management of stress, depression and anxiety. She is also recognized for her work in the area of integration to a new culture and managing life transitions. Patricia is passionate about helping clients find their inner voice. Her practice is an integrative approach working with CBT, humanist perspective and narrative models. She passionated working with women, cross cultural parenting and couples.
Patricia is accepting referrals for counseling issues and has special interest in Domestic violence, multicultural parenting and family adaptation, career counseling for youth and adults, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress management and spiritual concerns.
Patricia has 18 years experience in the area of counselling, wellbeing and trauma. Clients consult her on issues related to management of stress, depression and anxiety. She is also recognized for her work in the area of integration to a new culture and managing life transitions. Patricia is passionate about helping clients find their inner voice. Her practice is an integrative approach working with CBT, humanist perspective and narrative models. She passionated working with women, cross cultural parenting and couples.
(844) 547-8633 View (844) 547-8633
Photo of Adrienne Krause, Registered Provisional Psychologist in Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB
Adrienne Krause
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BA, MACP, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2B
Hello! It’s so great to see you. I’m Adrienne (she/her). I have a keen interest in working with individuals and couples, from teens to adults, and from all walks of life, who may be struggling with identity, trauma, life transitions, family/relationship issues, neurodivergence, and general issues related to mental health and well-being. My goal is to help empower you to live a full and meaningful life, and to find out what that means for you.
Hello! It’s so great to see you. I’m Adrienne (she/her). I have a keen interest in working with individuals and couples, from teens to adults, and from all walks of life, who may be struggling with identity, trauma, life transitions, family/relationship issues, neurodivergence, and general issues related to mental health and well-being. My goal is to help empower you to live a full and meaningful life, and to find out what that means for you.
(587) 806-4461 View (587) 806-4461
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Dr. Courtney Dookie
Psychologist, PsyD, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2B
I am a Registered clinical Psychologist providing care to individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, developmental trauma disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use disorder, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, and relationship and marital challenges; Dr. Dookie is here to support you in your healing journey. I am trained in cognitive behavioural therapy, Gottman couples therapy and educator; I am a certified ADHD professional. I have been trained in the following areas, CBT, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioural therapy, solution focus therapy, and family therapy.
I am a Registered clinical Psychologist providing care to individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, developmental trauma disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use disorder, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, and relationship and marital challenges; Dr. Dookie is here to support you in your healing journey. I am trained in cognitive behavioural therapy, Gottman couples therapy and educator; I am a certified ADHD professional. I have been trained in the following areas, CBT, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioural therapy, solution focus therapy, and family therapy.
(587) 604-0817 View (587) 604-0817
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Tina Vanderworp (Individual Psychotherapy And Couples Counselling)
Counsellor, MPS, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2A
I am a certified psychotherapist and counsellor (CCC) and I specialize in individual and couples counselling. I also offer supervision to therapists. I deeply enjoy working with adults and teens and I have more than 12 years experience in the field. I specialize in crisis interventions, couples counselling, family wellness, teens in crisis, and parenting in multicultural organizations. I use inner child work - a transformative approach which helps one identify root causes and gain deep understanding and compassion for oneself. I am deeply touched to have witnessed profound shifts in people's lives and in their relationships.
I am a certified psychotherapist and counsellor (CCC) and I specialize in individual and couples counselling. I also offer supervision to therapists. I deeply enjoy working with adults and teens and I have more than 12 years experience in the field. I specialize in crisis interventions, couples counselling, family wellness, teens in crisis, and parenting in multicultural organizations. I use inner child work - a transformative approach which helps one identify root causes and gain deep understanding and compassion for oneself. I am deeply touched to have witnessed profound shifts in people's lives and in their relationships.
(587) 850-3258 View (587) 850-3258
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Brianna Matchett
Counsellor, MC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2J
I have been a counselling therapist for over half a decade, grew up in a rural community with a large family and now live in Calgary with my husband of seven years and two children.
My goal in therapy is to cultivate a space where you will feel genuinely heard and understood. I offer a comfortable space marked by empathy and acceptance, in which anyone is welcomed to voice issues and concerns. I enjoy working with youth, adolescents, couples, and families and bring a gentle and empathetic presence to each client session. I understand that you may desire to integrate spirituality into your therapy, and am willing to use my Christian faith, and other spiritual resources to guide you through difficulty and challenge.
I have been a counselling therapist for over half a decade, grew up in a rural community with a large family and now live in Calgary with my husband of seven years and two children.
My goal in therapy is to cultivate a space where you will feel genuinely heard and understood. I offer a comfortable space marked by empathy and acceptance, in which anyone is welcomed to voice issues and concerns. I enjoy working with youth, adolescents, couples, and families and bring a gentle and empathetic presence to each client session. I understand that you may desire to integrate spirituality into your therapy, and am willing to use my Christian faith, and other spiritual resources to guide you through difficulty and challenge.
(587) 804-3645 View (587) 804-3645
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True North Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2X
Accepting new clients! If you are looking for someone that you can relate to and not feel judged by, then I believe I would be a great fit for you! Allowing yourself to be vulnerable is hard work. My priority is making sure you feel safe and comfortable to do so. I use different therapeutic interventions based on the tailored treatment plan I design for you. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse or other concerns, please reach out to see if I am the right fit for you!
Accepting new clients! If you are looking for someone that you can relate to and not feel judged by, then I believe I would be a great fit for you! Allowing yourself to be vulnerable is hard work. My priority is making sure you feel safe and comfortable to do so. I use different therapeutic interventions based on the tailored treatment plan I design for you. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse or other concerns, please reach out to see if I am the right fit for you!
(825) 797-0574 View (825) 797-0574
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YYC Psychology
Psychologist, MA, RPsyc, CCH, ART
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2H
Kaylie offers a full assessment to determine your needs and a pathway forward. She offers a non-judgmental and safe environment to her clients, striving to maintain the utmost level of ethics and integrity. Does your day to day no longer feel satisfying? Are you disconnected from self? Often, clients are feeling overwhelmed and unclear of what their needs are. She helps you to identify patterns, connect to yourself and feelings, and explore your own needs, wants and boundaries. She specializes in such areas as addiction, relationships, stress, anxiety, depression, bereavement, and trauma.
Kaylie offers a full assessment to determine your needs and a pathway forward. She offers a non-judgmental and safe environment to her clients, striving to maintain the utmost level of ethics and integrity. Does your day to day no longer feel satisfying? Are you disconnected from self? Often, clients are feeling overwhelmed and unclear of what their needs are. She helps you to identify patterns, connect to yourself and feelings, and explore your own needs, wants and boundaries. She specializes in such areas as addiction, relationships, stress, anxiety, depression, bereavement, and trauma.
(587) 907-8998 View (587) 907-8998
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Jodie Purnell
Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2J
Waitlist for new clients
I provide support and guidance for anxiety, trauma, stress, and relationships. My clients say I am their "safe space." I feel privileged to play that role! I have experience working with adults in various stages of relational and personal development. I am also skilled in working with couples. My approach involves a collaborative process of building a genuine therapeutic relationship, defining goals and values, and addressing obstacles to growth. I use a variety of therapy models, depending on specific needs. I accept you as you are as I join you in your journey.
I provide support and guidance for anxiety, trauma, stress, and relationships. My clients say I am their "safe space." I feel privileged to play that role! I have experience working with adults in various stages of relational and personal development. I am also skilled in working with couples. My approach involves a collaborative process of building a genuine therapeutic relationship, defining goals and values, and addressing obstacles to growth. I use a variety of therapy models, depending on specific needs. I accept you as you are as I join you in your journey.
(587) 507-5338 View (587) 507-5338
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Eric Fisher
Counsellor, MS, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2X
Are you struggling with trauma that happened recently or long ago? Or does it seem like you've hit a brick wall with substances like alcohol or behaviours such as gambling? Are you experiencing overwhelming anxiety? If you find it challenging to manage your mental health needs, please consider the possibility you don't have to walk the journey alone. Let's collaborate to see what can be done to address your mental and emotional needs. We can create goals specific to your current concerns and discover what therapy approaches and strategies best suit you.
Are you struggling with trauma that happened recently or long ago? Or does it seem like you've hit a brick wall with substances like alcohol or behaviours such as gambling? Are you experiencing overwhelming anxiety? If you find it challenging to manage your mental health needs, please consider the possibility you don't have to walk the journey alone. Let's collaborate to see what can be done to address your mental and emotional needs. We can create goals specific to your current concerns and discover what therapy approaches and strategies best suit you.
(587) 400-0481 View (587) 400-0481
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Ian Seitz - Calgary Couples Therapy Associates
Counsellor, MACP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2H
Are you feeling confused or frustrated in your relationships? Desperately wondering what is wrong? I work with individuals and couples in identifying their behavioural patterns and their conflicting communication by using the Gottman Method for healthier relationships and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. The intent of our sessions will also be to find your natural skills and inclinations already in place, and thereby encourage real change through the promotion of interpersonal strengths rather than social weaknesses.
Are you feeling confused or frustrated in your relationships? Desperately wondering what is wrong? I work with individuals and couples in identifying their behavioural patterns and their conflicting communication by using the Gottman Method for healthier relationships and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. The intent of our sessions will also be to find your natural skills and inclinations already in place, and thereby encourage real change through the promotion of interpersonal strengths rather than social weaknesses.
(587) 856-8259 View (587) 856-8259
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Janine Copeland
Psychologist, MEd, CCAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T3M
Waitlist for new clients
Janine Copeland is a highly skilled and passionate clinician who has been working in the field of mental health for over fifteen years. She is dedicated to helping clients, families, communities, and organizations reach their full potential. Janine brings a deep level of empathy to the work she does, and draws on her breadth of life experience, as well as her education and training, to connect with people wholeheartedly. She possesses a strong ability to individualize sessions and treatment plans in order to meet clients’ unique evolving needs, with the final goal being that of optimal health, wellness, and overall functioning.
Janine Copeland is a highly skilled and passionate clinician who has been working in the field of mental health for over fifteen years. She is dedicated to helping clients, families, communities, and organizations reach their full potential. Janine brings a deep level of empathy to the work she does, and draws on her breadth of life experience, as well as her education and training, to connect with people wholeheartedly. She possesses a strong ability to individualize sessions and treatment plans in order to meet clients’ unique evolving needs, with the final goal being that of optimal health, wellness, and overall functioning.
(587) 803-4165 View (587) 803-4165
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Calgary Institute of Counselling
Psychologist, BA, MA , RPsych
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2Z
Are you wanting to feel happier in life? Are you wanting more satisfaction and connection in your relationship? Is your child struggling and you are worried about how to help them feel better? This is the place for you. The Calgary Institute of Counselling is an agency that is committed to ensuring exceptional care for all clients. Specialized training happens with all counsellors at the agency to ensure a high level of quality care.
Are you wanting to feel happier in life? Are you wanting more satisfaction and connection in your relationship? Is your child struggling and you are worried about how to help them feel better? This is the place for you. The Calgary Institute of Counselling is an agency that is committed to ensuring exceptional care for all clients. Specialized training happens with all counsellors at the agency to ensure a high level of quality care.
(587) 417-2776 View (587) 417-2776
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Mike Davies Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, RSW, BSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2H
I have years of education and work experience, but more importantly, I have years of my own life experience. I'm a person in long term recovery from my own addiction and mental health concerns. My clients appreciate the many perspectives I can offer. The hardest part is asking for help, I'm here when you're ready to talk.
I have years of education and work experience, but more importantly, I have years of my own life experience. I'm a person in long term recovery from my own addiction and mental health concerns. My clients appreciate the many perspectives I can offer. The hardest part is asking for help, I'm here when you're ready to talk.
(587) 329-5376 View (587) 329-5376

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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.