Family Therapy Counselling in Cheltenham

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Dr Priya Bunnell
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
Although I mainly work with individuals one-to-one, I also have lots of experience in working with family groups where some or all members of the family meet together to overcome any difficulties.
As a clinical psychologist, I work with children, young people and adults to explore and develop a shared understanding of how their experiences and circumstances - past and present - may be contributing to current difficulties, before identifying possible solutions to help alleviate distress. By drawing on different therapeutic approaches, models and techniques, I am able to provide a flexible and tailored service where sometimes the process of talking openly can in itself be transformative as new meanings and stories emerge, while at other times specific skills and strategies are used to create positive change and difference.
Although I mainly work with individuals one-to-one, I also have lots of experience in working with family groups where some or all members of the family meet together to overcome any difficulties.
As a clinical psychologist, I work with children, young people and adults to explore and develop a shared understanding of how their experiences and circumstances - past and present - may be contributing to current difficulties, before identifying possible solutions to help alleviate distress. By drawing on different therapeutic approaches, models and techniques, I am able to provide a flexible and tailored service where sometimes the process of talking openly can in itself be transformative as new meanings and stories emerge, while at other times specific skills and strategies are used to create positive change and difference.
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Gráinne Ní Coaching
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL51
Hey there I'm Gráinne, (pronounced Grawyna) and I'm a coaching psychologist, I support my clients recover, rebuild and transform after difficult relationships. This can be a difficult break up with a partner, or if you have encountered toxic individuals who have made your life difficult at work, and even managing challenging family members. First let me say that I am passionate about working with you to transform your life, feel peace and tranquility and most importantly start your journey to your best life. It all starts here, drop me a direct message here or email. Go ahead, take the first step to your best life!
Hey there I'm Gráinne, (pronounced Grawyna) and I'm a coaching psychologist, I support my clients recover, rebuild and transform after difficult relationships. This can be a difficult break up with a partner, or if you have encountered toxic individuals who have made your life difficult at work, and even managing challenging family members. First let me say that I am passionate about working with you to transform your life, feel peace and tranquility and most importantly start your journey to your best life. It all starts here, drop me a direct message here or email. Go ahead, take the first step to your best life!
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Franeen McDonald
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), BSP (Brainspotting), NLP (Neurolinguistic Programming), Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Psychotherapy, Hypnosis, , Timeline therapyTM), Counselling, Family Therapy, Life- and Executive Coaching.
I am an accredited Psychotherapist, CBT and Brainspotting Practitioner, providing help and guidance to adults, children, and teenagers. I use a variety of proven approaches and with 38 years of experience, I take great care to consider your specific needs to establish the best approach to help you with any emotional block or problem you are experiencing. My aim is to help you to achieve your goals for therapy and together we work collaboratively to achieve them. My office is situated in such a way that clients can access therapy in a private and confidential setting.
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), BSP (Brainspotting), NLP (Neurolinguistic Programming), Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Psychotherapy, Hypnosis, , Timeline therapyTM), Counselling, Family Therapy, Life- and Executive Coaching.
I am an accredited Psychotherapist, CBT and Brainspotting Practitioner, providing help and guidance to adults, children, and teenagers. I use a variety of proven approaches and with 38 years of experience, I take great care to consider your specific needs to establish the best approach to help you with any emotional block or problem you are experiencing. My aim is to help you to achieve your goals for therapy and together we work collaboratively to achieve them. My office is situated in such a way that clients can access therapy in a private and confidential setting.
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Elizabeth Shaw
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL52
Finding support among friends and family isn't always easy.
Life is often confusing, painful and overwhelming.  Therapy can provide a safe space to explore these feelings and manage them. Hi I’m Liz. I am a Relational Integrative Psychotherapist.  I can draw on a variety of therapeutic styles to meet your unique needs. I aim to provide a supportive, empathic and non-judgemental relationship, through which you can better understand yourself. I am here to listen. If you choose to call you can expect an initial consultation in which we will establish what you would like to address and whether you would like to work with me.
Finding support among friends and family isn't always easy.
Life is often confusing, painful and overwhelming.  Therapy can provide a safe space to explore these feelings and manage them. Hi I’m Liz. I am a Relational Integrative Psychotherapist.  I can draw on a variety of therapeutic styles to meet your unique needs. I aim to provide a supportive, empathic and non-judgemental relationship, through which you can better understand yourself. I am here to listen. If you choose to call you can expect an initial consultation in which we will establish what you would like to address and whether you would like to work with me.
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Julie Ingram
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL51
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, and welcome to my page. I have been qualified as a psychotherapist and supervisor for over 18 years, with previous experience in mental health and Social Work Management. I work with adults, children, adolescents and have expertise in working with family issues. I can help with a wide range of matters including: anxiety and depression, self esteem, family difficulties, relationship issues, Childhood abuse, Childhood neglect, Life threatening events, eating disorders, self harm, suicide and trauma.
Hello, and welcome to my page. I have been qualified as a psychotherapist and supervisor for over 18 years, with previous experience in mental health and Social Work Management. I work with adults, children, adolescents and have expertise in working with family issues. I can help with a wide range of matters including: anxiety and depression, self esteem, family difficulties, relationship issues, Childhood abuse, Childhood neglect, Life threatening events, eating disorders, self harm, suicide and trauma.
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Linzi Worrall - Igloo Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
I have experience working within a wide range of areas, including anxiety, depression, bereavement, loss, low self esteem, difficult family relationships, self harm and suicidal thoughts.
Hello, and welcome. I provide a safe, warm, non-judgemental space, where we can work together to explore, with gentle curiosity, what is going on for you, and how to find your own way forward. It is a space where you can be safe to bring yourself exactly as you are - to explore who you are and how you feel. I won't ask you to talk about anything you don't want to, or don't feel ready to. We will work at your pace, with whatever you choose to bring, to help you move towards a sense of understanding, healing and growth.
I have experience working within a wide range of areas, including anxiety, depression, bereavement, loss, low self esteem, difficult family relationships, self harm and suicidal thoughts.
Hello, and welcome. I provide a safe, warm, non-judgemental space, where we can work together to explore, with gentle curiosity, what is going on for you, and how to find your own way forward. It is a space where you can be safe to bring yourself exactly as you are - to explore who you are and how you feel. I won't ask you to talk about anything you don't want to, or don't feel ready to. We will work at your pace, with whatever you choose to bring, to help you move towards a sense of understanding, healing and growth.
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Sarah Bolton-Locke
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL51
Relationship & family difficulties, loss, and bereavement, and/or identity or sexuality issues.
I have a face to face and online counselling practice based in Cheltenham and Gloucester, offering warm and accepting therapy for adults and children. Having a non-judgmental and safe space will give you the opportunity to explore whatever you may be struggling with.
Relationship & family difficulties, loss, and bereavement, and/or identity or sexuality issues.
I have a face to face and online counselling practice based in Cheltenham and Gloucester, offering warm and accepting therapy for adults and children. Having a non-judgmental and safe space will give you the opportunity to explore whatever you may be struggling with.
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Helen Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL52
I work with whoever comes to me but also have special interest in the following groups: Women who may have a nagging feeling that life could be more beautiful. They may feel trapped by past choices or have experienced a wake-up call or final straw such as a bereavement, relationship difficulties, or peri-menopause or menopause difficulties. Teenagers who feel overwhelmed with life. They may find it hard to put their feelings into words or to talk to friends and family. Perhaps they feel tension between what they want and the expectation of others. Trainee counsellors who may be looking forward to therapy, or perhaps the training is
I work with whoever comes to me but also have special interest in the following groups: Women who may have a nagging feeling that life could be more beautiful. They may feel trapped by past choices or have experienced a wake-up call or final straw such as a bereavement, relationship difficulties, or peri-menopause or menopause difficulties. Teenagers who feel overwhelmed with life. They may find it hard to put their feelings into words or to talk to friends and family. Perhaps they feel tension between what they want and the expectation of others. Trainee counsellors who may be looking forward to therapy, or perhaps the training is
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Dr Hannah Barnes
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL52
If you are experiencing self-criticism, low mood, anxiety, or struggling with the impact of trauma, then I can help you. Perhaps you want to feel more confident, have more self-compassion, or want to find a way to better manage anxiety or negative thoughts. Perhaps you never had a chance to talk about or process what has happened to you in your life. You might be doing well in life, successful in your career or with your family, but something is still feeling missing. If any of this sounds like you, then get in touch and we can discuss how I can help you.
If you are experiencing self-criticism, low mood, anxiety, or struggling with the impact of trauma, then I can help you. Perhaps you want to feel more confident, have more self-compassion, or want to find a way to better manage anxiety or negative thoughts. Perhaps you never had a chance to talk about or process what has happened to you in your life. You might be doing well in life, successful in your career or with your family, but something is still feeling missing. If any of this sounds like you, then get in touch and we can discuss how I can help you.
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Cathy Cook - New Life Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL51
I was previously a Senior Counsellor and Family Worker at 'Teens in Crisis' and a School Counsellor at a local grammar school.
All of us, at some point in our lives, are likely to feel overwhelmed by our feelings and/or circumstances. Relationship breakdowns, single parenting, bereavement, loss, family issues, depression, anxiety, etc. can leave us struggling to function as well as we would like. I am passionate about supporting my clients through difficult situations and empowering them to reach their full potential. I can offer you a confidential, supportive, welcoming and non-judgemental space where we can look together at what is distressing you and find the best way forward.
I was previously a Senior Counsellor and Family Worker at 'Teens in Crisis' and a School Counsellor at a local grammar school.
All of us, at some point in our lives, are likely to feel overwhelmed by our feelings and/or circumstances. Relationship breakdowns, single parenting, bereavement, loss, family issues, depression, anxiety, etc. can leave us struggling to function as well as we would like. I am passionate about supporting my clients through difficult situations and empowering them to reach their full potential. I can offer you a confidential, supportive, welcoming and non-judgemental space where we can look together at what is distressing you and find the best way forward.
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Gemma Slobom
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cheltenham GL50
Throughout my career I have worked in the charity sector, and have a wealth of experience and specific knowledge of supporting people with life altering disabilities (physical or mental), as well as supporting those who care for them, whether they be unpaid family carers, health professionals or friends.
Hello, I'm Gemma. I run a Private Practice in central Cheltenham, offering counselling to individuals. I support people with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, relationship issues, and emotional issues. I work from an Intergrative perspective, which encompasses Psychodynamic theory, Person Centred Theory, Gestalt Theory and Transactional Analysis.
Throughout my career I have worked in the charity sector, and have a wealth of experience and specific knowledge of supporting people with life altering disabilities (physical or mental), as well as supporting those who care for them, whether they be unpaid family carers, health professionals or friends.
Hello, I'm Gemma. I run a Private Practice in central Cheltenham, offering counselling to individuals. I support people with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, relationship issues, and emotional issues. I work from an Intergrative perspective, which encompasses Psychodynamic theory, Person Centred Theory, Gestalt Theory and Transactional Analysis.
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Katherine Cavallo
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50  (Online Only)
Fully insured to provide a worldwide online service including Individual, Couple, Parenting and Family Therapy, as well as Mediation, Coaching and Clinical Supervision.
I am a fully qualified and accredited Systemic Family and Couple Psychotherapist (MA), with 25 years clinical experience working therapeutically with Individuals, Couples and Families across the age-span, both within the NHS and my own Private Practice. As a specialist relationship therapist, I support those navigating challenges, as well as those wishing to improve communication, intimacy and closeness. Keen to embrace gender, sexuality & relationship diversity, I work with couples and families of all kinds. My practice is strengths and resilience orientated, collaborative and underpinned by the latest evidence based principles.
Fully insured to provide a worldwide online service including Individual, Couple, Parenting and Family Therapy, as well as Mediation, Coaching and Clinical Supervision.
I am a fully qualified and accredited Systemic Family and Couple Psychotherapist (MA), with 25 years clinical experience working therapeutically with Individuals, Couples and Families across the age-span, both within the NHS and my own Private Practice. As a specialist relationship therapist, I support those navigating challenges, as well as those wishing to improve communication, intimacy and closeness. Keen to embrace gender, sexuality & relationship diversity, I work with couples and families of all kinds. My practice is strengths and resilience orientated, collaborative and underpinned by the latest evidence based principles.
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Counselling & Psychotherapy Service
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
Please do contact me if you wish to discuss psychotherapy or family counselling.
Welcome to my Counselling & Psychotherapy Service in Bristol and Cheltenham. I am an experienced and fully accredited UKCP Psychotherapist (MA Dip, Hip) and Couples Counsellor. I see clients with a range of issues on both a long term and short-term basis. This includes: Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, Work Related Stress and Relationship difficulties too early childhood trauma. Also as a Qualified Social Worker I have many years practice of supporting client's through adverse experiences in their lives.
Please do contact me if you wish to discuss psychotherapy or family counselling.
Welcome to my Counselling & Psychotherapy Service in Bristol and Cheltenham. I am an experienced and fully accredited UKCP Psychotherapist (MA Dip, Hip) and Couples Counsellor. I see clients with a range of issues on both a long term and short-term basis. This includes: Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, Work Related Stress and Relationship difficulties too early childhood trauma. Also as a Qualified Social Worker I have many years practice of supporting client's through adverse experiences in their lives.
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Lara Piper
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
People take the step to seek therapy for many reasons. Perhaps you are experiencing feelings of anxiety, overwhelm or depression. You may be facing a dilemma, feeling stuck or lacking a sense of purpose or direction in life. Often people will come because they are struggling with relationship or family issues that feel hard to resolve. A traumatic event, loss or life-stage crisis might lead you to look for professional support. Maybe fears and unhelpful behaviours are limiting your life.
People take the step to seek therapy for many reasons. Perhaps you are experiencing feelings of anxiety, overwhelm or depression. You may be facing a dilemma, feeling stuck or lacking a sense of purpose or direction in life. Often people will come because they are struggling with relationship or family issues that feel hard to resolve. A traumatic event, loss or life-stage crisis might lead you to look for professional support. Maybe fears and unhelpful behaviours are limiting your life.
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Apple Tree Psychotherapy - Rachel Thomas
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
As a specialist child and adolescent psychotherapist with a background in teaching and family support, I have a breadth of experience working with children and adolescents and their families.
You may have a child struggling with being at school, or perhaps you find yourself constantly at loggerheads with them. Perhaps they can't sleep, or don't want to get up in the morning, they might feel lonely, or misunderstood, criticised, or attacked . You may have tried every strategy you can find, to persuade your child to eat, or listen, or simply follow instructions. We all believe that childhood should be a time of simple happiness, but in fact this is a time of enormous developmental challenge, and many things can make it hard for children and adolescents to tread the path towards a resilient, positive, independent adulthood.
As a specialist child and adolescent psychotherapist with a background in teaching and family support, I have a breadth of experience working with children and adolescents and their families.
You may have a child struggling with being at school, or perhaps you find yourself constantly at loggerheads with them. Perhaps they can't sleep, or don't want to get up in the morning, they might feel lonely, or misunderstood, criticised, or attacked . You may have tried every strategy you can find, to persuade your child to eat, or listen, or simply follow instructions. We all believe that childhood should be a time of simple happiness, but in fact this is a time of enormous developmental challenge, and many things can make it hard for children and adolescents to tread the path towards a resilient, positive, independent adulthood.
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Barry Cook
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
Hi, I'm Barry Cook & much like yourself I found myself needing support many years ago when I went through a marital breakdown and was made homeless, I lost my confidence & had pushed many of my friends & family away I was struggling to focus on anything but my problems then counselling helped me to find balance once again.
Not knowing which way to turn or who you can talk to? Life feeling something like this overwhelming, relationships strained, broken down, lacking confidence & self-esteem, difficult to voice or understand what you need, feeling down on edge & simply confused? Then welcome to Barry Cook 'The Tattooed Counsellor' When we feel this way our problems may be all mixed up growing bigger or unmanageable by the day. It could be that past or present experiences are causing us confusion & conflict. Maybe you would benefit from talking to someone who is not a part of your friends & family and will simply allow you to be you.
Hi, I'm Barry Cook & much like yourself I found myself needing support many years ago when I went through a marital breakdown and was made homeless, I lost my confidence & had pushed many of my friends & family away I was struggling to focus on anything but my problems then counselling helped me to find balance once again.
Not knowing which way to turn or who you can talk to? Life feeling something like this overwhelming, relationships strained, broken down, lacking confidence & self-esteem, difficult to voice or understand what you need, feeling down on edge & simply confused? Then welcome to Barry Cook 'The Tattooed Counsellor' When we feel this way our problems may be all mixed up growing bigger or unmanageable by the day. It could be that past or present experiences are causing us confusion & conflict. Maybe you would benefit from talking to someone who is not a part of your friends & family and will simply allow you to be you.
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Diana Spencer
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL52
I have experience of working with bereavement, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicide, loss, identity issues, anger management, stress, family relationships, bullying, and attachment issues.
Counselling offers time and space for you in a neutral, safe environment where I will listen to you and you will not be judged. Sometimes life's challenges can become overwhelming and it can be helpful to explore these challenges together with a view to making them more manageable.
I have experience of working with bereavement, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicide, loss, identity issues, anger management, stress, family relationships, bullying, and attachment issues.
Counselling offers time and space for you in a neutral, safe environment where I will listen to you and you will not be judged. Sometimes life's challenges can become overwhelming and it can be helpful to explore these challenges together with a view to making them more manageable.
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Helen James - Clear Skies Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
For most of us, life is a complex mix of highs and lows. Sometimes we need specialist help, separate to our family and friends, to support our mental health and wellbeing and help us find our way. You might have a child or young person in distress; perhaps you’re battling with parenting or behaviour issues; or maybe you are an adolescent or young adult struggling to navigate life. Psychotherapy can help you make sense of difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours; allowing you to create better relationships, healthier behaviours, achieve potential and find joy in life.
For most of us, life is a complex mix of highs and lows. Sometimes we need specialist help, separate to our family and friends, to support our mental health and wellbeing and help us find our way. You might have a child or young person in distress; perhaps you’re battling with parenting or behaviour issues; or maybe you are an adolescent or young adult struggling to navigate life. Psychotherapy can help you make sense of difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours; allowing you to create better relationships, healthier behaviours, achieve potential and find joy in life.
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Julie Suzanne Green
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL51
I am an empathic counsellor. I tailor the therapy that I provide to suit your individual needs and goals for therapy. The counselling approaches I work in are Person Centered Approach, CBT, with a special interest in PTSD, Anxiety and Depression. I am also a Multi Systemic Family/Relationship Counsellor with an interest and adolescent behaviors where I have worked alongside CAMHS/NHS for many years. Strengthening Families Approach supporting blended families and foster parents. Couples counselling, and individual relationship counselling,
I am an empathic counsellor. I tailor the therapy that I provide to suit your individual needs and goals for therapy. The counselling approaches I work in are Person Centered Approach, CBT, with a special interest in PTSD, Anxiety and Depression. I am also a Multi Systemic Family/Relationship Counsellor with an interest and adolescent behaviors where I have worked alongside CAMHS/NHS for many years. Strengthening Families Approach supporting blended families and foster parents. Couples counselling, and individual relationship counselling,
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Paul Gould
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cheltenham GL54
Taking the first steps to seek out a counsellor can be a fearful time and we as therapists will not be the correct match for every individual. My aim would be to offer you counselling and support in a safe place, where we can work together and give you the opportunity to speak freely without fear of what others might think? When someone looks for a counsellor it is often because there is something happening in life they want to explore, this maybe: low self-worth, lacking in confidence, generally feeling of unhappiness, depression, anxiety, stress, grief, or other mental health concerns. We can work together at your pace.
Taking the first steps to seek out a counsellor can be a fearful time and we as therapists will not be the correct match for every individual. My aim would be to offer you counselling and support in a safe place, where we can work together and give you the opportunity to speak freely without fear of what others might think? When someone looks for a counsellor it is often because there is something happening in life they want to explore, this maybe: low self-worth, lacking in confidence, generally feeling of unhappiness, depression, anxiety, stress, grief, or other mental health concerns. We can work together at your pace.
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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.