Family Therapy Counselling in Nottingham

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Photo of Sharon Turner MBACP, MNCS (accred), Counsellor in Nottingham, England
Sharon Turner MBACP, MNCS (accred)
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Nottingham NG5
Life brings many challenges. You may be experiencing a range of issues; struggling to understand or come to terms with issues such as health, loss, trauma or family issues which can lead to uncomfortable feelings. Sometimes issues are complex and interlink into many areas of our lives creating anxiety, stress, depressed or grief. I have experience working with all these and the different ways they affect clients. Are difficult feelings affecting work, social and home life? Impacting on health or self esteem and self worth?
Life brings many challenges. You may be experiencing a range of issues; struggling to understand or come to terms with issues such as health, loss, trauma or family issues which can lead to uncomfortable feelings. Sometimes issues are complex and interlink into many areas of our lives creating anxiety, stress, depressed or grief. I have experience working with all these and the different ways they affect clients. Are difficult feelings affecting work, social and home life? Impacting on health or self esteem and self worth?
0115 697 2119 View 0115 697 2119
Photo of Emily Reeve Counselling Services, Psychotherapist in Nottingham, England
Emily Reeve Counselling Services
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Nottingham NG5
I offer Counselling and Psychotherapy to individuals who are suffering from many different areas of difficulty. Counselling can help with a variety of issues including but not limited to: Abuse Anger Anxiety Childhood Difficulties Depression Eating disorders Family Problems Grief Self esteem Self harm Stress Trauma. Counselling can be short or long term as agreed between us. It may be easier to have a few sessions and assess whether you think it will be beneficial to you. This may be particulary useful and helpful if you have never accessed therapy before and it may help to calm some nerves.
I offer Counselling and Psychotherapy to individuals who are suffering from many different areas of difficulty. Counselling can help with a variety of issues including but not limited to: Abuse Anger Anxiety Childhood Difficulties Depression Eating disorders Family Problems Grief Self esteem Self harm Stress Trauma. Counselling can be short or long term as agreed between us. It may be easier to have a few sessions and assess whether you think it will be beneficial to you. This may be particulary useful and helpful if you have never accessed therapy before and it may help to calm some nerves.
0115 697 1369 View 0115 697 1369
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Danielle Hutchings
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Nottingham NG7
Using a blend of counselling approaches, coaching and hypnotherapy I have helped people successfully with confidence building, stress reduction, bereavement, relationship and family issues, relieving anxiety, low self esteem, low mood/depression, unwanted habits, fears, phobias, panic and issues associated with trauma in the past.
********Specialist in Anxiety and Stress!******** Hi my name is Danielle Hutchings and i am a Passionate and dedicated Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist, I can help you to take control of your life and focus on who and where you want to be. I am an accredited registrant with the National Counselling Society NCS and National Hypnotherapy society MHS. I have experience with a wide range of issues and offer counselling to adults and young people. I believe that everyone should be able to talk freely about their feelings without fear of judgement. I specialise in Anxiety and Stress, so don't suffer anymore get in touch.
Using a blend of counselling approaches, coaching and hypnotherapy I have helped people successfully with confidence building, stress reduction, bereavement, relationship and family issues, relieving anxiety, low self esteem, low mood/depression, unwanted habits, fears, phobias, panic and issues associated with trauma in the past.
********Specialist in Anxiety and Stress!******** Hi my name is Danielle Hutchings and i am a Passionate and dedicated Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist, I can help you to take control of your life and focus on who and where you want to be. I am an accredited registrant with the National Counselling Society NCS and National Hypnotherapy society MHS. I have experience with a wide range of issues and offer counselling to adults and young people. I believe that everyone should be able to talk freely about their feelings without fear of judgement. I specialise in Anxiety and Stress, so don't suffer anymore get in touch.
0115 697 1947 View 0115 697 1947
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Let's Talk, Dr Pam Wolliston
Counsellor, PhD, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Nottingham NG5
DDP attends to the voice to the child/young person with trauma who, typically, lives with their second family (e.
Life, what's it all about? It can bring unexpected joy and/or unwanted challenges. However, we know that those challenges which create psychological and physical strains can preoccupy us the most. As a counsellor, I have a longstanding interest in supporting children, young people and adults who are going through difficult times. I will listen and engage with empathy, thereby making easier for you to feel safe as you share your thoughts and experiences.
DDP attends to the voice to the child/young person with trauma who, typically, lives with their second family (e.
Life, what's it all about? It can bring unexpected joy and/or unwanted challenges. However, we know that those challenges which create psychological and physical strains can preoccupy us the most. As a counsellor, I have a longstanding interest in supporting children, young people and adults who are going through difficult times. I will listen and engage with empathy, thereby making easier for you to feel safe as you share your thoughts and experiences.
0115 697 1668 View 0115 697 1668
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Kathryn Wheatley
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Nottingham NG13
Living with anxiety and low mood can really take it's toll on your well being. It can affect your relationships, your work and your physical well-being. Anxiety can also make life feel overwhelming and lower your self-esteem. Talking through issues can help to ease anxiety and we can work together to find solutions that work for you. Sometimes it can be hard to talk to family and friends. I can offer you a safe, non-judgemental and empathic space for you to explore the difficulties that you are facing.
Living with anxiety and low mood can really take it's toll on your well being. It can affect your relationships, your work and your physical well-being. Anxiety can also make life feel overwhelming and lower your self-esteem. Talking through issues can help to ease anxiety and we can work together to find solutions that work for you. Sometimes it can be hard to talk to family and friends. I can offer you a safe, non-judgemental and empathic space for you to explore the difficulties that you are facing.
0115 647 0865 View 0115 647 0865
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Sarah Olds
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Nottingham NG11  (Online Only)
Do you feel like something needs to change but it’s hard know where to start? Do you find yourself getting caught up in unhelpful patterns within your family , relationships or work? Or maybe you're feeling numb, empty or anxious and can't seem to shake this off? When you’re feeling stuck in a pattern or weighed down by distressing feelings it can be really hard to find a way forward and find the motivation to change things. You are the expert on your own situation, but sometimes it can really help to talk things through to help you understand yourself more, make changes and live your life more fully.
Do you feel like something needs to change but it’s hard know where to start? Do you find yourself getting caught up in unhelpful patterns within your family , relationships or work? Or maybe you're feeling numb, empty or anxious and can't seem to shake this off? When you’re feeling stuck in a pattern or weighed down by distressing feelings it can be really hard to find a way forward and find the motivation to change things. You are the expert on your own situation, but sometimes it can really help to talk things through to help you understand yourself more, make changes and live your life more fully.
0115 647 0443 View 0115 647 0443
Photo of Mervin Goring, Psychotherapist in Nottingham, England
Mervin Goring
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
10 Endorsed
Nottingham NG8
As your therapist it is my role to support you to build your emotional tool kit. Although this list isn't definitive, it does cover a large proportion of reasons why people reach out for support. Are you perhaps: Working towards a goal; Experiencing major upheavals in life; Needed to talk to someone outside of a friendship or family group; Needing a safe place to express emotions and thoughts; Having issues with relationships or Feeling confused about aspects of life?
As your therapist it is my role to support you to build your emotional tool kit. Although this list isn't definitive, it does cover a large proportion of reasons why people reach out for support. Are you perhaps: Working towards a goal; Experiencing major upheavals in life; Needed to talk to someone outside of a friendship or family group; Needing a safe place to express emotions and thoughts; Having issues with relationships or Feeling confused about aspects of life?
01283 907084 View 01283 907084
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Linda Mafuta
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
Nottingham NG1  (Online Only)
My name is Linda Mafuta and I am an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I have experience of working in the mental health services for 17 years and I have been working for the NHS over the last 7 years as a Counsellor. I work with Individual adults as well as Couples. Sometimes we may feel alone, overwhelmed or just struggle to discuss what is going in our lives with our family , friends or loved ones. Whether you come to therapy as an individual or a couple.
My name is Linda Mafuta and I am an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I have experience of working in the mental health services for 17 years and I have been working for the NHS over the last 7 years as a Counsellor. I work with Individual adults as well as Couples. Sometimes we may feel alone, overwhelmed or just struggle to discuss what is going in our lives with our family , friends or loved ones. Whether you come to therapy as an individual or a couple.
01305 235772 View 01305 235772
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Alice Tew
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Nottingham NG2
Are you exhausted and overwhelmed by the rollercoaster of emotions you’re experiencing? Whether it's difficult family relationships or painful romantic relationships, I understand the shame and exhaustion that comes with never quite feeling good enough. If you have struggled with your mental and emotional wellbeing for a while and are losing that little spark of hope, I can support you to feel more in control and help you begin to develop healthy ways of managing situations that you find overwhelming.
Are you exhausted and overwhelmed by the rollercoaster of emotions you’re experiencing? Whether it's difficult family relationships or painful romantic relationships, I understand the shame and exhaustion that comes with never quite feeling good enough. If you have struggled with your mental and emotional wellbeing for a while and are losing that little spark of hope, I can support you to feel more in control and help you begin to develop healthy ways of managing situations that you find overwhelming.
01949 480409 View 01949 480409
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Dr Nazia Taj
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Nottingham NG2
Are you or a family member experiencing psychological difficulties that you would like help with? Talking to a highly-skilled trusted professional can help figure out what the difficulties are and what the most suitable treatment would be for your needs. I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist (British Psychological Society) and a member of the Health and Care Professions Council. I see clients in clinics in Derby, Nottingham, ​and Burton.
Are you or a family member experiencing psychological difficulties that you would like help with? Talking to a highly-skilled trusted professional can help figure out what the difficulties are and what the most suitable treatment would be for your needs. I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist (British Psychological Society) and a member of the Health and Care Professions Council. I see clients in clinics in Derby, Nottingham, ​and Burton.
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Sarah Bennett
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Nottingham NG1
Waitlist for new clients
I am a relationally focused, BSc (Hons) qualified counsellor and psychotherapist with a humanistic and integrative approach to the therapeutic relationship. Relational therapy is a compassionate therapeutic approach that revolves around the belief that our emotional well-being is deeply intertwined with the quality of our connections with others. This form of psychotherapy places a significant emphasis on understanding how the dynamics within our social and family spheres shape the relationships that define our lives.
I am a relationally focused, BSc (Hons) qualified counsellor and psychotherapist with a humanistic and integrative approach to the therapeutic relationship. Relational therapy is a compassionate therapeutic approach that revolves around the belief that our emotional well-being is deeply intertwined with the quality of our connections with others. This form of psychotherapy places a significant emphasis on understanding how the dynamics within our social and family spheres shape the relationships that define our lives.
01283 242568 View 01283 242568
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Vauna Beauvais
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
Nottingham NG1  (Online Only)
60-minute sessions for any of the following: Relationships, workplace, family , bereavement, low mood, anxiety, socialising, dissatisfaction, feeling disappointed, directionless, assertiveness, boundaries, eating issues, habits, understanding yourself, remorse, regret, loss, frustration, late diagnosis adjustment (including ‘rewriting’ your history).
Even though you are looking for a psychotherapist or coach who works with autism spectrum conditions or ADHD you don't have to come about those things. You can arrive presenting with anything that is part of human experience or life. Yet, the importance of choosing a neurodivergent psychotherapist is that there will be a real understanding of any sensory and processing differences. This means that wrong assumptions about how you ‘should be’ aren’t made, you won't be misread, and, consequently, the work will have meaning and usefulness for you. Adult individuals and couples are welcome. You can be officially diagnosed or not.
60-minute sessions for any of the following: Relationships, workplace, family , bereavement, low mood, anxiety, socialising, dissatisfaction, feeling disappointed, directionless, assertiveness, boundaries, eating issues, habits, understanding yourself, remorse, regret, loss, frustration, late diagnosis adjustment (including ‘rewriting’ your history).
Even though you are looking for a psychotherapist or coach who works with autism spectrum conditions or ADHD you don't have to come about those things. You can arrive presenting with anything that is part of human experience or life. Yet, the importance of choosing a neurodivergent psychotherapist is that there will be a real understanding of any sensory and processing differences. This means that wrong assumptions about how you ‘should be’ aren’t made, you won't be misread, and, consequently, the work will have meaning and usefulness for you. Adult individuals and couples are welcome. You can be officially diagnosed or not.
0115 697 1002 View 0115 697 1002
Photo of Ranjana Mitra, Counsellor in Nottingham, England
Ranjana Mitra
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Nottingham NG1
Are you living with feelings of self- doubt, blame, anger or shame? Do you need help to cope with depression or anxiety? Maybe you have suffered loss, and doubt your ability to sustain meaningful relationships with family and friends. Perhaps you are in a relationship that is stuck in the rut, or mired in hopelessness, negativity, and mistrust. It may be that your relationship has changed from a loving one to one of repeated misunderstandings, heated arguments or frosty silence. Stressful life events can bring about such difficulties, or sometimes disappointments simply accumulate over time.
Are you living with feelings of self- doubt, blame, anger or shame? Do you need help to cope with depression or anxiety? Maybe you have suffered loss, and doubt your ability to sustain meaningful relationships with family and friends. Perhaps you are in a relationship that is stuck in the rut, or mired in hopelessness, negativity, and mistrust. It may be that your relationship has changed from a loving one to one of repeated misunderstandings, heated arguments or frosty silence. Stressful life events can bring about such difficulties, or sometimes disappointments simply accumulate over time.
01773 307077 View 01773 307077
Matthew Vinecombe
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Nottingham NG1
I offer brief family -based intervention focussed on the child or young person's unique neuro-cognitive profile.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience in the NHS and private sector. I specialise in supporting the families of neurodiverse children and young people to understand their differences, to develop better relationships and to lead happier, more fulfilled lives. Clinical services include: neurodevelopmental & family assessment; autism assessment; ADHD assessment; assessment of intellectual ability; and brief neurodevelopmental intervention. I offer most of these services online for clients throughout the UK. For more information about my services, fees and cinical approach, please visit www.vicandas.com
I offer brief family -based intervention focussed on the child or young person's unique neuro-cognitive profile.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience in the NHS and private sector. I specialise in supporting the families of neurodiverse children and young people to understand their differences, to develop better relationships and to lead happier, more fulfilled lives. Clinical services include: neurodevelopmental & family assessment; autism assessment; ADHD assessment; assessment of intellectual ability; and brief neurodevelopmental intervention. I offer most of these services online for clients throughout the UK. For more information about my services, fees and cinical approach, please visit www.vicandas.com
01889 228105 View 01889 228105
Photo of Jayne Daniels Counselling & Supervision Services, Counsellor in Nottingham, England
Jayne Daniels Counselling & Supervision Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Nottingham NG9
Counselling involves talking to someone who is trained to listen and is outside your family and friends.
ARE YOU SUFFERING WITH ANXIETY, DEPRESSED, WORTHLESS, IN CRISIS, UNABLE TO COPE BUT DON'T KNOW WHY? DO YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO AND LISTEN TO YOU? I CAN HELP. CONTACT ME NOW FOR A FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION. My name is Jayne Daniels; I am an experienced, qualified integrative counsellor and Clinical Supervisor. I offer different ways of working to suit your individual needs, including CBT, person centered and psycho dynamic. Counselling can help you make sense of what is happening in your life, support you through difficult and traumatic times and help you to live a happy and fulfilling life.
Counselling involves talking to someone who is trained to listen and is outside your family and friends.
ARE YOU SUFFERING WITH ANXIETY, DEPRESSED, WORTHLESS, IN CRISIS, UNABLE TO COPE BUT DON'T KNOW WHY? DO YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO AND LISTEN TO YOU? I CAN HELP. CONTACT ME NOW FOR A FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION. My name is Jayne Daniels; I am an experienced, qualified integrative counsellor and Clinical Supervisor. I offer different ways of working to suit your individual needs, including CBT, person centered and psycho dynamic. Counselling can help you make sense of what is happening in your life, support you through difficult and traumatic times and help you to live a happy and fulfilling life.
07480 786480 View 07480 786480
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Steven Shears
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified
Nottingham NG1  (Online Only)
I would be pleased to hear from potential clients or their family or care-givers and will discuss your questions on email, telephone, video calls or text with no obligations to come into therapy with me as my mission is to try to get you the best form of help that will meet your needs.
I take the fact that you are looking at the possibility of entering therapy as a good sign. You may have struggled with your particular issue for years and found some temporary relief from it but now you are hoping that therapy could help you and have an open mind to possibilities to making some permanent changes and acquiring skills to deal with your difficulties going forwards and improving your relationships. If this sounds like your view of change then I have a wide range of experience with both individuals and couples to accompany you on your journey and have a encouraging and supportive approach. I only offer online therapy.
I would be pleased to hear from potential clients or their family or care-givers and will discuss your questions on email, telephone, video calls or text with no obligations to come into therapy with me as my mission is to try to get you the best form of help that will meet your needs.
I take the fact that you are looking at the possibility of entering therapy as a good sign. You may have struggled with your particular issue for years and found some temporary relief from it but now you are hoping that therapy could help you and have an open mind to possibilities to making some permanent changes and acquiring skills to deal with your difficulties going forwards and improving your relationships. If this sounds like your view of change then I have a wide range of experience with both individuals and couples to accompany you on your journey and have a encouraging and supportive approach. I only offer online therapy.
01623 703997 View 01623 703997
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Sandra Findlay Cluer
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Nottingham NG1
Not accepting new clients
From my initial counselling training I have qualifications in systemic family therapy , EMDR for trauma and a postgraduate certificate in Compassion Focused Therapy using evolutionary psychology, neuroscience, energy therapy and mindfulness.
During our lives we encounter loss including bereavement, separation, ill health and relationship or transitional difficulties. All of these external factors can and will affect how we relate to others, the world around us and most importantly ourselves. This may include withdrawing, substance use or abuse, unhealthy eating patterns and other self harmful behaviours. Our work together will be to focus on these changes and how you can develop and cultivate a positive relationship with yourself, and others. I have supported many people who experience overwhelming symptoms of trauma, low self-esteem, anxiety and depression.
From my initial counselling training I have qualifications in systemic family therapy , EMDR for trauma and a postgraduate certificate in Compassion Focused Therapy using evolutionary psychology, neuroscience, energy therapy and mindfulness.
During our lives we encounter loss including bereavement, separation, ill health and relationship or transitional difficulties. All of these external factors can and will affect how we relate to others, the world around us and most importantly ourselves. This may include withdrawing, substance use or abuse, unhealthy eating patterns and other self harmful behaviours. Our work together will be to focus on these changes and how you can develop and cultivate a positive relationship with yourself, and others. I have supported many people who experience overwhelming symptoms of trauma, low self-esteem, anxiety and depression.
0116 326 2205 View 0116 326 2205
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Advanced Assessments Expert Witness Psychologists
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified
Nottingham NG1
Our panel of expert witnesses and psychologists complete medico-legal reports on mental health and neuropsychological injury for criminal, employment, personal injury, family , immigration and educational cases.
PSYCHOLOGY EXPERT SERVICES: Psychological assessment, educational testing services and occupational health assessments. EXPERT PSYCHOLOGIST ASSESSMENT OF SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITY & NEURODEVELOPMENTAL CONDITIONS: Dyslexia tests, dyslexia in children, dyspraxia tests, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum, ADHD tests, and official IQ testing. MENTAL HEALTH: Personality disorder testing, mental health assessment online, wellbeing, and assessments of malingering disorders. We provide occupational health checks, undertake occupational health referrals, work capability assessments and advise on sickness absence policy.
Our panel of expert witnesses and psychologists complete medico-legal reports on mental health and neuropsychological injury for criminal, employment, personal injury, family , immigration and educational cases.
PSYCHOLOGY EXPERT SERVICES: Psychological assessment, educational testing services and occupational health assessments. EXPERT PSYCHOLOGIST ASSESSMENT OF SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITY & NEURODEVELOPMENTAL CONDITIONS: Dyslexia tests, dyslexia in children, dyspraxia tests, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum, ADHD tests, and official IQ testing. MENTAL HEALTH: Personality disorder testing, mental health assessment online, wellbeing, and assessments of malingering disorders. We provide occupational health checks, undertake occupational health referrals, work capability assessments and advise on sickness absence policy.
020 3962 0179 View 020 3962 0179
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Katie Louisa Lohan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Nottingham NG1  (Online Only)
I feel that when we have a safe space to be ourselves, to talk about things that we are unable to talk to freinds and family we can deal with the things that we have carried around with us most of our lives.
I specialise in a person-centred modality of counselling, which means the sessions are led by you. Whatever you are finding challenging I aim to offer a safe neutral space for you to talk about what ever you feel is important too you. I work online by Zoom, or I can offer walk & talk in the beautiful nature of Macclesfield Cheshire.
I feel that when we have a safe space to be ourselves, to talk about things that we are unable to talk to freinds and family we can deal with the things that we have carried around with us most of our lives.
I specialise in a person-centred modality of counselling, which means the sessions are led by you. Whatever you are finding challenging I aim to offer a safe neutral space for you to talk about what ever you feel is important too you. I work online by Zoom, or I can offer walk & talk in the beautiful nature of Macclesfield Cheshire.
01625 920818 View 01625 920818
Photo of Claire Wilson, Psychotherapist in Nottingham, England
Claire Wilson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Nottingham NG1  (Online Only)
We often think of relationships as the intimate kind, however, relationships are all around us in terms of family , friends, school, work and much more.
People often reach out to therapy when they are ready for change. Some people do not even know what those changes might be yet. Your journey with therapy is very personal and you might be interested in understanding yourself better, or simply want a safe and confidential space to talk, get things off your mind. Whatever your thoughts are right now, I imagine you are hoping for something to be different in your life.
We often think of relationships as the intimate kind, however, relationships are all around us in terms of family , friends, school, work and much more.
People often reach out to therapy when they are ready for change. Some people do not even know what those changes might be yet. Your journey with therapy is very personal and you might be interested in understanding yourself better, or simply want a safe and confidential space to talk, get things off your mind. Whatever your thoughts are right now, I imagine you are hoping for something to be different in your life.
01709 288033 View 01709 288033

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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.