Therapists in Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB

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Alyssa Edmunds
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2C
I draw from well-established psychological techniques to help clients overcome a variety of presenting issues, including cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, and structured play/art therapy.
For the past 14 years, I have worked and trained in a variety of settings, including children's mental health facilities, schools, hospitals, and private practice. I have enjoyed the rewarding challenges of treating children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, gender identity issues, personality disorders, substance abuse issues, anger management issues, low self-esteem, and social skills deficits.
I draw from well-established psychological techniques to help clients overcome a variety of presenting issues, including cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, and structured play/art therapy.
For the past 14 years, I have worked and trained in a variety of settings, including children's mental health facilities, schools, hospitals, and private practice. I have enjoyed the rewarding challenges of treating children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, gender identity issues, personality disorders, substance abuse issues, anger management issues, low self-esteem, and social skills deficits.
(877) 431-2923 View (877) 431-2923
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Annie Lai
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2Z
Sometimes we all need someone who can provide an objective viewpoint, outside of friends and family.
People go to therapy for many reasons, and all of them are equally valid. Whatever your reason is, I am so glad that you are here. You may be considering therapy right now because you are feeling stuck - stuck in difficult thoughts, feelings, emotions, behaviours, relationships, and/or situations. Or, you may be mostly doing fine and want to develop self-awareness and understanding to become the best version of yourself and to live your life to the fullest.
Sometimes we all need someone who can provide an objective viewpoint, outside of friends and family.
People go to therapy for many reasons, and all of them are equally valid. Whatever your reason is, I am so glad that you are here. You may be considering therapy right now because you are feeling stuck - stuck in difficult thoughts, feelings, emotions, behaviours, relationships, and/or situations. Or, you may be mostly doing fine and want to develop self-awareness and understanding to become the best version of yourself and to live your life to the fullest.
(587) 803-2743 View (587) 803-2743
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Let's Talk Counseling Service
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RCSW, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2H  (Online Only)
Hi my name is Priscilla and I am the owner of Let’s Talk Counseling Service. I am a registered clinical social worker who has worked in areas such as domestic violence, mental health and family therapy. I bring an integrated approach to helping clients work through their issues and find a sense of balance for their lives. There are so many challenges that we face on a daily basis sometimes a listening ear or a different perspective can bring comfort and insight. I invite you to come, Let's Talk!
Hi my name is Priscilla and I am the owner of Let’s Talk Counseling Service. I am a registered clinical social worker who has worked in areas such as domestic violence, mental health and family therapy. I bring an integrated approach to helping clients work through their issues and find a sense of balance for their lives. There are so many challenges that we face on a daily basis sometimes a listening ear or a different perspective can bring comfort and insight. I invite you to come, Let's Talk!
(587) 209-5232 View (587) 209-5232
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Abby Logan
Counsellor, BScN, RCT, RPN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2G
I am a Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT), Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN), trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and a Certified Master Accelerated Resolution Therapist (ART) helping people heal from trauma.
I believe we all have the capacity to heal and learn how to live a life worth living, despite challenging and painful experiences in our lives. I believe the coping strategies we develop can start creating problems if we don’t address the underlying cause. Therapy is a safe space to explore, identify, address and resolve these issues, often creating transformational growth. With over 30 years’ experience working with, and treating clients with a variety of mental health, addictions and trauma related issues, I have delivered therapy through individual and group work, and I am passionate about both approaches.
I am a Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT), Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN), trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and a Certified Master Accelerated Resolution Therapist (ART) helping people heal from trauma.
I believe we all have the capacity to heal and learn how to live a life worth living, despite challenging and painful experiences in our lives. I believe the coping strategies we develop can start creating problems if we don’t address the underlying cause. Therapy is a safe space to explore, identify, address and resolve these issues, often creating transformational growth. With over 30 years’ experience working with, and treating clients with a variety of mental health, addictions and trauma related issues, I have delivered therapy through individual and group work, and I am passionate about both approaches.
(587) 412-2373 View (587) 412-2373
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Angela Normand
Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2Z
I have a great passion for working within family systems, offering specialized services to parents of children with disabilities as well as those navigating sexuality or gender transitions.
You're here! This step is often the hardest part! Life can be hard... I get it! The stuff that makes life tricky shapes how we see ourselves, how we see others, and how we make sense of the world. Life experiences form our core beliefs that often get in the way of living the life you desire. As an attachment-based therapist, I work hard to create a safe space where you can confront the tough stuff and begin to rewrite your story. I show up with compassion, acceptance, and humour, to dig into what is getting in the way of you living your truth.
I have a great passion for working within family systems, offering specialized services to parents of children with disabilities as well as those navigating sexuality or gender transitions.
You're here! This step is often the hardest part! Life can be hard... I get it! The stuff that makes life tricky shapes how we see ourselves, how we see others, and how we make sense of the world. Life experiences form our core beliefs that often get in the way of living the life you desire. As an attachment-based therapist, I work hard to create a safe space where you can confront the tough stuff and begin to rewrite your story. I show up with compassion, acceptance, and humour, to dig into what is getting in the way of you living your truth.
(587) 400-2145 View (587) 400-2145
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Lisa Palmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSc, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2Z
I understand it can be difficult to reach out for help, both for yourself or your family.
I have over 15 years working with children, youth, and parents. My practice includes a collaborative and holistic approach to address issues of anxiety, depression, ADHD, behvaiour concerns, emotional regulation, and attachment. I use a variety of therapy techniques to best fit each client/family.
I understand it can be difficult to reach out for help, both for yourself or your family.
I have over 15 years working with children, youth, and parents. My practice includes a collaborative and holistic approach to address issues of anxiety, depression, ADHD, behvaiour concerns, emotional regulation, and attachment. I use a variety of therapy techniques to best fit each client/family.
(587) 415-0823 View (587) 415-0823
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Josh Dempsey
Counsellor, BA, RTC, CT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2H  (Online Only)
I believe in genuine connection with my clients, and I use an approach centred on relationships, bringing in techniques based on Gestalt, Bowen’s Family Systems Theory, Transpersonal Psychology, AEDP, Somatic, and Experiential Therapy (among others).
Imagine what it would feel like to live a life free from the pressures of stress, a life you choose for yourself. A life that makes you happy, focused on what really matters to you, and what you want to achieve.
I believe in genuine connection with my clients, and I use an approach centred on relationships, bringing in techniques based on Gestalt, Bowen’s Family Systems Theory, Transpersonal Psychology, AEDP, Somatic, and Experiential Therapy (among others).
Imagine what it would feel like to live a life free from the pressures of stress, a life you choose for yourself. A life that makes you happy, focused on what really matters to you, and what you want to achieve.
(587) 854-3344 View (587) 854-3344
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Agnieszka Wolska
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RSW, CHT, RMFT, MSW, BSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2G
I use Hakomi Mindfulness-based Body-Psychotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Systemic Family Therapy, and Internal Family Systems-informed approaches to therapy and counselling.
We all carry multiple stories about our selves, our lives, and our experiences. There are parts in our stories that are sometimes hidden from our awareness. It is in the calm noticing, re-discovery, and re-telling of our stories that we can find and connect with parts of ourselves that may need healing, and also parts of ourselves that are insightful, strong, and brilliant even in the midst of hardship and darkness. Through facilitating, witnessing, and holding space together, we can engage in our personal work of healing. I look forward to connecting with you.
I use Hakomi Mindfulness-based Body-Psychotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Systemic Family Therapy, and Internal Family Systems-informed approaches to therapy and counselling.
We all carry multiple stories about our selves, our lives, and our experiences. There are parts in our stories that are sometimes hidden from our awareness. It is in the calm noticing, re-discovery, and re-telling of our stories that we can find and connect with parts of ourselves that may need healing, and also parts of ourselves that are insightful, strong, and brilliant even in the midst of hardship and darkness. Through facilitating, witnessing, and holding space together, we can engage in our personal work of healing. I look forward to connecting with you.
(587) 600-1131 View (587) 600-1131
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Ingenuity Psychological Resources, Inc.
Psychologist, MS, RPsych
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2T
I am a clinical psychologist in Calgary, and provide individual, family, as well as group therapy. I also provide comprehensive psychological assessment services, as well as consultation to parents, schools, health care providers, and other professionals. My experience includes previous and current employment in the health care and educational sectors, including hospital and community settings. I typically practice from a cognitive-behavioural therapy model, and use a brief, solution focused approach to therapy. My work with couples and families tends to be more emotionally focused, attachment based, and I use a family systems approach.
I am a clinical psychologist in Calgary, and provide individual, family, as well as group therapy. I also provide comprehensive psychological assessment services, as well as consultation to parents, schools, health care providers, and other professionals. My experience includes previous and current employment in the health care and educational sectors, including hospital and community settings. I typically practice from a cognitive-behavioural therapy model, and use a brief, solution focused approach to therapy. My work with couples and families tends to be more emotionally focused, attachment based, and I use a family systems approach.
(866) 942-9394 View (866) 942-9394
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Laura Doney at Larchwood Counselling
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2J
I am specialized in the areas of trauma, family dynamics, and parenting and have training in family systems therapy, EMDR, ego state therapy, internal family systems therapy, and clinical hypnosis.
I am passionate and skilled in working with clients who have experiences of trauma, PTSD, family conflict, marital conflict, parent-child issues, emotional or behavioural disturbances, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. I enjoy working with clients who are interested in making long-lasting changes and improvements to their life.
I am specialized in the areas of trauma, family dynamics, and parenting and have training in family systems therapy, EMDR, ego state therapy, internal family systems therapy, and clinical hypnosis.
I am passionate and skilled in working with clients who have experiences of trauma, PTSD, family conflict, marital conflict, parent-child issues, emotional or behavioural disturbances, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. I enjoy working with clients who are interested in making long-lasting changes and improvements to their life.
(587) 802-3200 View (587) 802-3200
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Irina Angheluta
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2Z
Irina believes that health and well-being are directly related to relationships. She supports clients build healthy relationships with themselves and others by integrating self-care and self-compassion techniques. Irina utilizes different modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy in supporting diverse populations of adults, teens, and children. She also uses Gottman Couples Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Mindfulness practices to support couples and families in addressing their challenges.
Irina believes that health and well-being are directly related to relationships. She supports clients build healthy relationships with themselves and others by integrating self-care and self-compassion techniques. Irina utilizes different modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy in supporting diverse populations of adults, teens, and children. She also uses Gottman Couples Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Mindfulness practices to support couples and families in addressing their challenges.
(587) 210-8067 View (587) 210-8067
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Emma Bulman
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T3M
Accepting New Clients. Do you ever wonder if things could be different? If you could find a way to have more connected relationships with your child, spouse, family or coworkers? Are you having difficulty with regulating yourself and responding the way you want with the people in your life? Feel free to reach out to tackle together the things you would like to change. I am a registered clinical social worker with over 15 years experience working with children/families/individuals. I believe that children exist within the context of the relationships in their lives; therefore, I involve parents/families in the therapeutic process
Accepting New Clients. Do you ever wonder if things could be different? If you could find a way to have more connected relationships with your child, spouse, family or coworkers? Are you having difficulty with regulating yourself and responding the way you want with the people in your life? Feel free to reach out to tackle together the things you would like to change. I am a registered clinical social worker with over 15 years experience working with children/families/individuals. I believe that children exist within the context of the relationships in their lives; therefore, I involve parents/families in the therapeutic process
(587) 705-0949 View (587) 705-0949
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Penny Solinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2Z
In addition to depression, anxiety, and anger issues; I have a special focus on family wellness.
Heightened symptoms of anxiety can cause difficulty with concentration, confusion, irritability and frustration. Are you are overthinking, worrying, and having trouble making sense of your emotions? Symptoms of depression can cause you to shut down due to an increase of stress. This can make socializing, work-related tasks, and taking care of yourself feel too overwhelming. Some symptoms of anxiety and/or depression can leave you feeling emotionally and physically exhausted. You are here for a reason. Allow me to support you as you deserve to be well and find yourself again.
In addition to depression, anxiety, and anger issues; I have a special focus on family wellness.
Heightened symptoms of anxiety can cause difficulty with concentration, confusion, irritability and frustration. Are you are overthinking, worrying, and having trouble making sense of your emotions? Symptoms of depression can cause you to shut down due to an increase of stress. This can make socializing, work-related tasks, and taking care of yourself feel too overwhelming. Some symptoms of anxiety and/or depression can leave you feeling emotionally and physically exhausted. You are here for a reason. Allow me to support you as you deserve to be well and find yourself again.
(587) 714-2647 View (587) 714-2647
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Bonnie Casella
Psychologist, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2H
Accepting New Clients. I am a registered psychologist across from Chinook Centre in Calgary offering flexible appointments to fit your busy life. I offer counselling for individuals and couples dealing with a variety of concerns including anxiety, adhd, communication breakdown, trauma, parenting concerns and every day stressors. I have been trained in formal assessments, intervention and counselling, as well as family support. I am committed to ongoing training and skill development to ensure I am providing you with the utmost care and up to date, researched material.
Accepting New Clients. I am a registered psychologist across from Chinook Centre in Calgary offering flexible appointments to fit your busy life. I offer counselling for individuals and couples dealing with a variety of concerns including anxiety, adhd, communication breakdown, trauma, parenting concerns and every day stressors. I have been trained in formal assessments, intervention and counselling, as well as family support. I am committed to ongoing training and skill development to ensure I am providing you with the utmost care and up to date, researched material.
(587) 803-3056 View (587) 803-3056
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Gloria Jacobucci
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2G
Waitlist for new clients
My clients and I have addressed their depression, anxiety, emotional struggles, and trouble getting along with others. I greatly enjoy working with adults of all ages and life stages. I work psychodynamically and interpersonally, providing individuals with respect, empathy, and acceptance. Further, I provide the necessary encouragement and support for making difficult but important life changes. Many of my clients have found that therapy has helped them to feel a new sense of freedom and enthusiasm, both within themselves and in their relationships with friends, family, and co-workers.
My clients and I have addressed their depression, anxiety, emotional struggles, and trouble getting along with others. I greatly enjoy working with adults of all ages and life stages. I work psychodynamically and interpersonally, providing individuals with respect, empathy, and acceptance. Further, I provide the necessary encouragement and support for making difficult but important life changes. Many of my clients have found that therapy has helped them to feel a new sense of freedom and enthusiasm, both within themselves and in their relationships with friends, family, and co-workers.
(866) 812-4206 View (866) 812-4206
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Ashleigh Mutcher
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2X
I come from a background in individual therapy, crisis response, family therapy, and sport psychology.
Are you on the hunt for a safe space to work through some difficult life circumstances? You have come to the right place. With over 20 years experience in the field of mental health, I am here to help you. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, families and groups with common concerns such as coping with stress, dealing with depression and anxiety, managing grief and improving overall health. Please reach out today so we can connect and get to know one another.
I come from a background in individual therapy, crisis response, family therapy, and sport psychology.
Are you on the hunt for a safe space to work through some difficult life circumstances? You have come to the right place. With over 20 years experience in the field of mental health, I am here to help you. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, families and groups with common concerns such as coping with stress, dealing with depression and anxiety, managing grief and improving overall health. Please reach out today so we can connect and get to know one another.
(825) 256-5041 View (825) 256-5041
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Alberta Counselling Centre
Psychologist, MC, BEd, CCC, Psych
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2X
BOOKING APPOINTMENTS: ACC provides family and individual therapy across the lifespan.
ASSESSMENT SERVICES: Joyce is a registered psychologist, Canadian Certified Counsellor, and EMDR Therapist. She's also the clinical director/owner of Alberta Counselling Centre (ACC), a specialized private practice that provides thorough psychoeducational assessments and psychotherapy for children, adolescents, adults, and families. She approaches assessments with a unique understanding, developed from her experiences, as teacher, a parent, and a psychologist. Joyce is a permanently certified Alberta teacher and former high school teacher, with a strong background in educational psychology and special education.
BOOKING APPOINTMENTS: ACC provides family and individual therapy across the lifespan.
ASSESSMENT SERVICES: Joyce is a registered psychologist, Canadian Certified Counsellor, and EMDR Therapist. She's also the clinical director/owner of Alberta Counselling Centre (ACC), a specialized private practice that provides thorough psychoeducational assessments and psychotherapy for children, adolescents, adults, and families. She approaches assessments with a unique understanding, developed from her experiences, as teacher, a parent, and a psychologist. Joyce is a permanently certified Alberta teacher and former high school teacher, with a strong background in educational psychology and special education.
(587) 805-0667 View (587) 805-0667
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Nicole Brayton - Child And Youth Specialist
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MACP, BEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2Z
As human beings, we all need to feel safe, loved and heard. Life is full of unpredictable moments and situations. I am here for you. Through our work together, I will support and empower you and your child(ren) to successfully meet your needs and goals. Whether your goal is to find calm for your child by building tools around resilience and coping or you want to overcome feelings of frustration and/or anxiety that comes with parenting, we will work together in a way that feels right for everyone and at a pace set by your family.
As human beings, we all need to feel safe, loved and heard. Life is full of unpredictable moments and situations. I am here for you. Through our work together, I will support and empower you and your child(ren) to successfully meet your needs and goals. Whether your goal is to find calm for your child by building tools around resilience and coping or you want to overcome feelings of frustration and/or anxiety that comes with parenting, we will work together in a way that feels right for everyone and at a pace set by your family.
(587) 905-0930 View (587) 905-0930
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Rachael Weiss
Psychologist, MC, R Psych
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2H
I am a passionate and client-focused psychologist who is dedicated to supporting my clients as they experience various life challenges. If you are experiencing difficulties, such as anxiety, depression, grief or relational or emotional issues, you are not alone. I would love to empower you to walk with more clarity, confidence, and joy. I incorporate multiple therapy modalities including CBT, ACT, Emotion Focused Therapy, Emotion Focused Family Therapy & DBT.
I am a passionate and client-focused psychologist who is dedicated to supporting my clients as they experience various life challenges. If you are experiencing difficulties, such as anxiety, depression, grief or relational or emotional issues, you are not alone. I would love to empower you to walk with more clarity, confidence, and joy. I incorporate multiple therapy modalities including CBT, ACT, Emotion Focused Therapy, Emotion Focused Family Therapy & DBT.
(587) 355-2636 View (587) 355-2636
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Michelle Eves
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Southeast Calgary, Calgary, AB T2Z
With over 15 years in mental health, I have supported diverse populations of adults, teens, children and families with their concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-harm, life transitions, family relationships, and significant mental health challenges.
I am passionate about meeting you where you are at along your journey and joining you as you work towards growth, healing, and change. I value working collaboratively with my clients; therapy is not something done to you – it is done with you. My authentic and empathic nature, and focus on trust, curiosity, and acceptance, ensures you feel safe, secure, and seen throughout our time together. I strongly believe that strength and resilience lives within each of us. As such, I strive to empower my clients to discover and utilize their strength and resilience as they work towards change.
With over 15 years in mental health, I have supported diverse populations of adults, teens, children and families with their concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-harm, life transitions, family relationships, and significant mental health challenges.
I am passionate about meeting you where you are at along your journey and joining you as you work towards growth, healing, and change. I value working collaboratively with my clients; therapy is not something done to you – it is done with you. My authentic and empathic nature, and focus on trust, curiosity, and acceptance, ensures you feel safe, secure, and seen throughout our time together. I strongly believe that strength and resilience lives within each of us. As such, I strive to empower my clients to discover and utilize their strength and resilience as they work towards change.
(587) 741-0785 View (587) 741-0785

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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.