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Natasha Gillis
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
Do you struggle with prioritizing your needs over the needs of others? Do you feel overwhelmed about the uncertainties of your future? Do you wonder if it’s possible to prioritize yourself without ruining relationships that you care about? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to manage relationships, careers, and family. Hi! I'm Natasha the owner of Living Curiously Inc. I believe we all are doing the best we can, yet each of us can find ourselves in need of support during different times in our lives.
Do you struggle with prioritizing your needs over the needs of others? Do you feel overwhelmed about the uncertainties of your future? Do you wonder if it’s possible to prioritize yourself without ruining relationships that you care about? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to manage relationships, careers, and family. Hi! I'm Natasha the owner of Living Curiously Inc. I believe we all are doing the best we can, yet each of us can find ourselves in need of support during different times in our lives.
(403) 910-9005 View (403) 910-9005
Photo of Ashleigh Mutcher, Psychologist in T2X, AB
Ashleigh Mutcher
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
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
Photo of Gabrielle Hone Counselling, Psychologist in T2X, AB
Gabrielle Hone Counselling
Psychologist, MC, BEd, BA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
I collaborate with clients to help them pursue healing, growth, and change in their lives. I support clients as they work through trauma due to present and past events, and to form meaning and purpose moving forward. I combine EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and play therapy, depending on clients' needs. I offer family mediation for those experiencing separation or divorce, to improve communication and build a path forward. I work with individuals, couples, and children. My hope is that clients achieve personal goals, connectedness, resolution, and the ability to face life head on.
I collaborate with clients to help them pursue healing, growth, and change in their lives. I support clients as they work through trauma due to present and past events, and to form meaning and purpose moving forward. I combine EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and play therapy, depending on clients' needs. I offer family mediation for those experiencing separation or divorce, to improve communication and build a path forward. I work with individuals, couples, and children. My hope is that clients achieve personal goals, connectedness, resolution, and the ability to face life head on.
(587) 417-2764 View (587) 417-2764
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Dr. Kendra Massie
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a family-focused practice and over 15 years of experience. Children, youth, families, and parents/caregivers often see me when there are concerns about behavior, sleep, anxiety, emotion regulation, family and peer relationships, adjustment (e.g., parental separation, medical diagnosis), and disrupted attachment (e.g., foster care, adoption). Adults seek my services when they have concerns and goals related to relationships, coping, and adjustment. I have worked in diverse settings including children’s hospitals, school districts, a not-for-profit organization, and my private practice.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a family-focused practice and over 15 years of experience. Children, youth, families, and parents/caregivers often see me when there are concerns about behavior, sleep, anxiety, emotion regulation, family and peer relationships, adjustment (e.g., parental separation, medical diagnosis), and disrupted attachment (e.g., foster care, adoption). Adults seek my services when they have concerns and goals related to relationships, coping, and adjustment. I have worked in diverse settings including children’s hospitals, school districts, a not-for-profit organization, and my private practice.
(825) 508-7016 View (825) 508-7016
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Lois McCormack
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BSW, BSc
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
Since 2006, I have worked as a family counsellor in a variety of inpatient and outpatient clinics within Alberta Health Services.
I'm an experienced parent coach and couple therapist. I love to help parents understand their children's behaviours from the inside out and get them back in the driver's seat! To accomplish this, I have found Dr. Gordon Neufeld's attachment and developmental approach to be most effective. With my couples, I use a research backed model called EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy). EFT pays particular attention to those interactions where couples get stuck, those moments where the signals get scrambled. It provides a road map to identify the negative pattern, de-escalate emotional reactivity and re-establish the connection.
Since 2006, I have worked as a family counsellor in a variety of inpatient and outpatient clinics within Alberta Health Services.
I'm an experienced parent coach and couple therapist. I love to help parents understand their children's behaviours from the inside out and get them back in the driver's seat! To accomplish this, I have found Dr. Gordon Neufeld's attachment and developmental approach to be most effective. With my couples, I use a research backed model called EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy). EFT pays particular attention to those interactions where couples get stuck, those moments where the signals get scrambled. It provides a road map to identify the negative pattern, de-escalate emotional reactivity and re-establish the connection.
(833) 372-3711 View (833) 372-3711
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Rhian Lois Wight
Counsellor, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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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Lee Atwood
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
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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Adam Kenny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
Are you feeling overwhelmed? You may have a tried some different things and you're still feeling stuck. I can help clarify the issue and the need you would like to work on. I can assist you to recognize your strengths and see your situation from a different perspective. Adam provides individual, and family counseling to children, adolescents, and adults with a range of different issues. He provides therapy for all types of emotional, behaviour, school and social problems. He is available for sessions on evening and weekend appointments.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? You may have a tried some different things and you're still feeling stuck. I can help clarify the issue and the need you would like to work on. I can assist you to recognize your strengths and see your situation from a different perspective. Adam provides individual, and family counseling to children, adolescents, and adults with a range of different issues. He provides therapy for all types of emotional, behaviour, school and social problems. He is available for sessions on evening and weekend appointments.
(587) 858-3380 View (587) 858-3380
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Calgary Psychological Services
Psychologist, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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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Leah Carter
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
I draw from CBT, DBT, Strengths-based, narrative, Family Systems and Cognitive Processing therapies.
Life can be challenging and messy. Taking care of yourself and your mental health does not have to be. I am passionate about working with first responders and those who love them, individuals and couples. I work with a wide variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, PTSD, parenting, conflict, and life transitions.
I draw from CBT, DBT, Strengths-based, narrative, Family Systems and Cognitive Processing therapies.
Life can be challenging and messy. Taking care of yourself and your mental health does not have to be. I am passionate about working with first responders and those who love them, individuals and couples. I work with a wide variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, PTSD, parenting, conflict, and life transitions.
(825) 251-9581 View (825) 251-9581
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Gyna Angel Counselling Therapist
Counsellor, PhD
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2X
Gyna, with 10+ years' experience, holds a PhD in Child and Family Psychology. A seasoned speaker at international conferences, her expertise spans child counseling, parenting, early childhood education, special needs, family therapy, and corporate workshops. Offering CBT model therapy, she provides services in English and Spanish.
Gyna, with 10+ years' experience, holds a PhD in Child and Family Psychology. A seasoned speaker at international conferences, her expertise spans child counseling, parenting, early childhood education, special needs, family therapy, and corporate workshops. Offering CBT model therapy, she provides services in English and Spanish.
(825) 251-8511 View (825) 251-8511
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Sadiya Shah
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2X
I am a Registered Psychologist with over 9 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma, and neurodevelopmental disorders and my areas of interest include grief and loss, stress, relationship/family dynamic challenges, parenting and child development, neurodivergence, and decolonizing practices. I excel at working with individuals who are looking to develop insight, good health behaviours, and challenge and explore their life experiences as well as identities.
I am a Registered Psychologist with over 9 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma, and neurodevelopmental disorders and my areas of interest include grief and loss, stress, relationship/family dynamic challenges, parenting and child development, neurodivergence, and decolonizing practices. I excel at working with individuals who are looking to develop insight, good health behaviours, and challenge and explore their life experiences as well as identities.
(587) 208-6910 View (587) 208-6910
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Stephanie Laborge
Psychologist, MEd, R Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
I am truly honoured when a family asks me to join on their journey, and look forward to helping launch your child's full potential.
Is your child struggling with excessive worry and unwanted, intrusive thoughts? Are they anxious about attending school, hanging out with friends, or not being 'good enough'? I can help. Using a cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) approach along with exposure and response prevention (ERP), I have experience working with children and their families to alleviate symptoms of Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I would love to meet with you to discuss how I might be able to help along you and your child's journey in mental and behavioural wellness.
I am truly honoured when a family asks me to join on their journey, and look forward to helping launch your child's full potential.
Is your child struggling with excessive worry and unwanted, intrusive thoughts? Are they anxious about attending school, hanging out with friends, or not being 'good enough'? I can help. Using a cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) approach along with exposure and response prevention (ERP), I have experience working with children and their families to alleviate symptoms of Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I would love to meet with you to discuss how I might be able to help along you and your child's journey in mental and behavioural wellness.
(587) 329-5294 View (587) 329-5294
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Steve Slopek
Psychologist, MSc, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2X
I specialize in treating a variety of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, behavioural concerns, substance use, and relational issues and family dynamics, using CBT, DBT, ABA, and EMDR. The type of therapy, or combination of types, that best supports your goals is chosen collaboratively, and can look different depending on what you want to achieve. I work with some populations that may require a more specialized approach, including individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, first responders or public safety personnel, and individuals with acquired brain injuries.
I specialize in treating a variety of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, behavioural concerns, substance use, and relational issues and family dynamics, using CBT, DBT, ABA, and EMDR. The type of therapy, or combination of types, that best supports your goals is chosen collaboratively, and can look different depending on what you want to achieve. I work with some populations that may require a more specialized approach, including individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, first responders or public safety personnel, and individuals with acquired brain injuries.
(587) 742-0289 View (587) 742-0289
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Alberta Counselling Centre
Psychologist, MC, BEd, CCC, Psych
Verified Verified
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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Sarah Sharpe
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2X  (Online Only)
From a young age, I knew I wanted to help others, especially those that seemed to have slipped through the cracks. I started my journey as an in-home aide where I taught life skills to children with special needs and supported their families to learn strategies to make everyday life easier for the whole family. I understand this is an uncomfortable and awkward spot you're in. I am here to ease your mind in this process and make you as comfortable as possible. My clients have told me I have a calm and confident presence. I have a deep passion for my work and I hope to project this when we meet.
From a young age, I knew I wanted to help others, especially those that seemed to have slipped through the cracks. I started my journey as an in-home aide where I taught life skills to children with special needs and supported their families to learn strategies to make everyday life easier for the whole family. I understand this is an uncomfortable and awkward spot you're in. I am here to ease your mind in this process and make you as comfortable as possible. My clients have told me I have a calm and confident presence. I have a deep passion for my work and I hope to project this when we meet.
(587) 871-5306 x1 View (587) 871-5306 x1
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Debra Widgren
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2X
I am a Registered Social Worker and hold a Bachelor of Education, Honours Bachelor of Social Work and a Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work. I embrace a holistic, client-centered approach to my work and understand that mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. Over the past decade I have worked with individuals, couples and families in both community and hospital settings with a focus on addictions, anxiety, depression, family breakdown, trauma, and occupational burnout.
I am a Registered Social Worker and hold a Bachelor of Education, Honours Bachelor of Social Work and a Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work. I embrace a holistic, client-centered approach to my work and understand that mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. Over the past decade I have worked with individuals, couples and families in both community and hospital settings with a focus on addictions, anxiety, depression, family breakdown, trauma, and occupational burnout.
(587) 803-3078 View (587) 803-3078
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Zinah Al-Saffar
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
I integrate many modalities into my practice, which include EMDR, Ego States, Internal Family System IFS, Gottman Method Couples Therapy (level 1 training), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, Attachment based practice, and Cognitive-behavioral Therapy (CBT) and others.
My areas of clinical expertise include anxiety, trauma and C-PTSD, dissociation, panic attacks, obsessive- compulsive disorder, parenting, relationship difficulties, couple and family issues, anger management, disordered eating, postpartum depression, managing emotions, addictions, sleeping issues, self-esteem, body image, nightmares, and others. I work with youth, adults, couples and families. I provide services in English and Arabic languages.
I integrate many modalities into my practice, which include EMDR, Ego States, Internal Family System IFS, Gottman Method Couples Therapy (level 1 training), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, Attachment based practice, and Cognitive-behavioral Therapy (CBT) and others.
My areas of clinical expertise include anxiety, trauma and C-PTSD, dissociation, panic attacks, obsessive- compulsive disorder, parenting, relationship difficulties, couple and family issues, anger management, disordered eating, postpartum depression, managing emotions, addictions, sleeping issues, self-esteem, body image, nightmares, and others. I work with youth, adults, couples and families. I provide services in English and Arabic languages.
(825) 602-5049 View (825) 602-5049
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Ashi Saini
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X  (Online Only)
I’ve worked with adjustment/life transition, anxiety, depression, trauma, and managing relationship conflicts with peers, family, and romantic partners.
The joys we experience in our day-to-day lives can be derailed when we become overwhelmed and confused by what we are feeling and what to do with those feelings. To experience peace, develop meaningful connections, and maintain a sense of contentment, it is necessary that we learn to identify what might be negatively impacting us and approach it with curiosity. The ideal future you envision for yourself is within reach when it is pursued in a safe and non-judgmental environment with a person you can trust. I take a holistic approach that views all symptoms, physical and emotional, as our body and mind’s way of communicating with us.
I’ve worked with adjustment/life transition, anxiety, depression, trauma, and managing relationship conflicts with peers, family, and romantic partners.
The joys we experience in our day-to-day lives can be derailed when we become overwhelmed and confused by what we are feeling and what to do with those feelings. To experience peace, develop meaningful connections, and maintain a sense of contentment, it is necessary that we learn to identify what might be negatively impacting us and approach it with curiosity. The ideal future you envision for yourself is within reach when it is pursued in a safe and non-judgmental environment with a person you can trust. I take a holistic approach that views all symptoms, physical and emotional, as our body and mind’s way of communicating with us.
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Shelley D Hanna
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
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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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.