Family Therapy Counselling in E1

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Naomi Twigden
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
I'm Naomi. I identify as part of the LGBTQIA + community and use she/they pronouns. I trained as a therapist in Melbourne, Australia. Themes I have trained in and work with include grief, anxiety, depression, alcohol & drugs, cross-culture counselling, neurodiversity, trauma, family and relationships. I have extensive training and experience in working with young adults (18 - 35) and GSRD (gender, sexual and relationship diverse) clients. My experience includes working as a freelance psychotherapist for MIND, a university campus counsellor and as a LGBTQIA+ crisis line telephone counsellor.
I'm Naomi. I identify as part of the LGBTQIA + community and use she/they pronouns. I trained as a therapist in Melbourne, Australia. Themes I have trained in and work with include grief, anxiety, depression, alcohol & drugs, cross-culture counselling, neurodiversity, trauma, family and relationships. I have extensive training and experience in working with young adults (18 - 35) and GSRD (gender, sexual and relationship diverse) clients. My experience includes working as a freelance psychotherapist for MIND, a university campus counsellor and as a LGBTQIA+ crisis line telephone counsellor.
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Approach Counselling & Coaching
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
After completion of my MA in Transpersonal /Integrative Child, Adolescents and Family Therapy in 2018, I now also take on children and adolescents, using play and art therapy as well as sand tray therapy to help to resolve trauma, stress, anxiety, depression and self harm.
My main approach is to encourage you to explore your feelings and take responsibility for your thoughts and actions. As I work in a way that empowers the client, I always work with what you present. Bottled up feelings such as anger, anxiety, grief, jealousy, sadness, shame and pain can become very overwhelming.The opportunity to express them can make it much easier to understand yourself and others. As I acknowledge your feelings and respect you as a person in your own right, you gain self-respect and a sense of being valued. This leads to building trust between counsellor and client, which is an essential part of the process.
After completion of my MA in Transpersonal /Integrative Child, Adolescents and Family Therapy in 2018, I now also take on children and adolescents, using play and art therapy as well as sand tray therapy to help to resolve trauma, stress, anxiety, depression and self harm.
My main approach is to encourage you to explore your feelings and take responsibility for your thoughts and actions. As I work in a way that empowers the client, I always work with what you present. Bottled up feelings such as anger, anxiety, grief, jealousy, sadness, shame and pain can become very overwhelming.The opportunity to express them can make it much easier to understand yourself and others. As I acknowledge your feelings and respect you as a person in your own right, you gain self-respect and a sense of being valued. This leads to building trust between counsellor and client, which is an essential part of the process.
07904 554468 View 07904 554468
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Parminder Sandhu
Psychotherapist, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
My particular integrative approach is informed by psychodynamic, humanistic and Internal Family Systems principles.
As an Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor, I provide a secure, confidential, and non-judgmental environment in my therapy spaces located on Brick Lane. What I offer is a therapeutic journey that grants you the space to gain clarity, fostering a deeper connection with yourself and a chance to empower you to navigate your wellbeing with greater insight. Currently, I am available at Brick Lane on Wednesday mornings or Friday afternoons.
My particular integrative approach is informed by psychodynamic, humanistic and Internal Family Systems principles.
As an Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor, I provide a secure, confidential, and non-judgmental environment in my therapy spaces located on Brick Lane. What I offer is a therapeutic journey that grants you the space to gain clarity, fostering a deeper connection with yourself and a chance to empower you to navigate your wellbeing with greater insight. Currently, I am available at Brick Lane on Wednesday mornings or Friday afternoons.
020 3974 2851 View 020 3974 2851
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Iwona Drozdz
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
As an ‘Integrative therapist’, I draw upon a combination of ideas and techniques, and I work with you as a whole person, paying attention to both the physical and psychological processes and how they are connecting together. I am a trauma-informed and IFS-trained practitioner passionate about using neuroscience to support healing in the aftermath of trauma. Through continued professional development courses, I have become accustomed to combining therapeutic methods, Body Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems and Mindfulness to facilitate a reconnection with the body and self.
As an ‘Integrative therapist’, I draw upon a combination of ideas and techniques, and I work with you as a whole person, paying attention to both the physical and psychological processes and how they are connecting together. I am a trauma-informed and IFS-trained practitioner passionate about using neuroscience to support healing in the aftermath of trauma. Through continued professional development courses, I have become accustomed to combining therapeutic methods, Body Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems and Mindfulness to facilitate a reconnection with the body and self.
020 8059 8432 View 020 8059 8432
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Lanre Oduwole
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
A person removed from immediate family and friends, to provide a non-judgmental conversation.
As a therapist, I work in Shoreditch offering therapy to individuals or couples of all different backgrounds, class, gender, sexual orientation, race, and wide ranging issues  ​ I am a fully qualified BACP registered counsellor psychotherapist. I have extensive professional experience, being able to work and support people in looking to make changes within their life. I work to adhere to the BACP standards of work within my practice. ​ I am available for online sessions and in person.
A person removed from immediate family and friends, to provide a non-judgmental conversation.
As a therapist, I work in Shoreditch offering therapy to individuals or couples of all different backgrounds, class, gender, sexual orientation, race, and wide ranging issues  ​ I am a fully qualified BACP registered counsellor psychotherapist. I have extensive professional experience, being able to work and support people in looking to make changes within their life. I work to adhere to the BACP standards of work within my practice. ​ I am available for online sessions and in person.
020 4538 1839 View 020 4538 1839
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Nasrin Begum
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
I have an MSc in Family and Systemic Psychotherapy, I work with individuals, children, couples and families. I am also an EMDR trauma therapist. I have over 20 years of experience working in the community and NHS as a senior psychotherapist. Together, we will attend to your worries with care, sensitivity, and curiosity, whilst staying open to impacts from your past, and expectations for your future. I help individuals, couples, and families address and overcome various emotional, behavioural, and psychological issues.
I have an MSc in Family and Systemic Psychotherapy, I work with individuals, children, couples and families. I am also an EMDR trauma therapist. I have over 20 years of experience working in the community and NHS as a senior psychotherapist. Together, we will attend to your worries with care, sensitivity, and curiosity, whilst staying open to impacts from your past, and expectations for your future. I help individuals, couples, and families address and overcome various emotional, behavioural, and psychological issues.
020 8138 0868 View 020 8138 0868
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Alex Monk
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Psychotherapy can help you to gently gain a new perspective on your relationships, without judgement, in a confidential space. Although relational patterns may have served you well in the past, perhaps you feel they are not helpful to you any longer. You may feel that things are just not working out, without ever really understanding why. Perhaps you keep choosing particular people as friends or partners that you know are not healthy but can't resist anyway. Perhaps this makes you feel anxious, depressed or you can't sleep at night and well meaning advice from friends of family doesn't seem to help.
Psychotherapy can help you to gently gain a new perspective on your relationships, without judgement, in a confidential space. Although relational patterns may have served you well in the past, perhaps you feel they are not helpful to you any longer. You may feel that things are just not working out, without ever really understanding why. Perhaps you keep choosing particular people as friends or partners that you know are not healthy but can't resist anyway. Perhaps this makes you feel anxious, depressed or you can't sleep at night and well meaning advice from friends of family doesn't seem to help.
020 3948 6487 View 020 3948 6487
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Elaine Conway
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
London E1  (Online Only)
We will spend our sessions being curious about your process, your challenges & begin to untangle your experiences using a toolkit of Mindfulness, Neuroscience, & Internal Family Systems.
You can expect to receive effective, nurturing, honest therapy which will help you make space for a different perspective; I am passionate about relieving the mental, physical, emotional and relational distress client's present with. I mainly get contacted by clients who present with Anxiety, Depression, low mood, Relationship issues, Trauma & Addictions. - Client testimony “As a result of my sessions with Elaine, I’ve made some really positive changes which I wholeheartedly believe I wouldn’t have been capable of without her professional guidance.”
We will spend our sessions being curious about your process, your challenges & begin to untangle your experiences using a toolkit of Mindfulness, Neuroscience, & Internal Family Systems.
You can expect to receive effective, nurturing, honest therapy which will help you make space for a different perspective; I am passionate about relieving the mental, physical, emotional and relational distress client's present with. I mainly get contacted by clients who present with Anxiety, Depression, low mood, Relationship issues, Trauma & Addictions. - Client testimony “As a result of my sessions with Elaine, I’ve made some really positive changes which I wholeheartedly believe I wouldn’t have been capable of without her professional guidance.”
020 4538 5035 View 020 4538 5035
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Lina Schuerholz
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London E1  (Online Only)
Hi there, my name is Lina. I am a psychodynamic counsellor, which means I usually look at how past experiences, conflicts, or trauma impact on your current distress. First and foremost, I put the client counsellor relationship at heart, offering a non-judgemental, safe space. In our sessions, we might explore family dynamics, relationships or self-esteem, but my approach is client led where you can bring whatever you need.
Hi there, my name is Lina. I am a psychodynamic counsellor, which means I usually look at how past experiences, conflicts, or trauma impact on your current distress. First and foremost, I put the client counsellor relationship at heart, offering a non-judgemental, safe space. In our sessions, we might explore family dynamics, relationships or self-esteem, but my approach is client led where you can bring whatever you need.
0191 743 3626 View 0191 743 3626
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Michelle Mclean
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified Verified
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist working with a wide range of emotional difficulties, mental health challenges and relationship issues. I offer a non-judgmental, confidential, safe and welcoming space for you to talk about any issues that may be troubling you. I am trauma informed and I have experience of working with people from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. People come to see me for all sorts of reasons including anxiety, depression, trauma, loss and relationship or family difficulties.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist working with a wide range of emotional difficulties, mental health challenges and relationship issues. I offer a non-judgmental, confidential, safe and welcoming space for you to talk about any issues that may be troubling you. I am trauma informed and I have experience of working with people from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. People come to see me for all sorts of reasons including anxiety, depression, trauma, loss and relationship or family difficulties.
020 3984 8263 View 020 3984 8263
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Cactus Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a creative, enthusiastic, yet boundaried psychotherapeutic counsellor based in Bristol, and specialise in a form of talking therapy called transactional analysis. I run Cactus Counselling. Why "Cactus"?, Well, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, and family issues tend to make us feel prickly on the outside but soft and vulnerable on the inside, and even if that means we're well adapted to our current situation, many people recognise that a change is needed to live in somewhere more clement than the deserts of life. I offer psychotherapeutic counselling to help people explore beyond their thorns.
I am a creative, enthusiastic, yet boundaried psychotherapeutic counsellor based in Bristol, and specialise in a form of talking therapy called transactional analysis. I run Cactus Counselling. Why "Cactus"?, Well, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, and family issues tend to make us feel prickly on the outside but soft and vulnerable on the inside, and even if that means we're well adapted to our current situation, many people recognise that a change is needed to live in somewhere more clement than the deserts of life. I offer psychotherapeutic counselling to help people explore beyond their thorns.
0117 463 3661 View 0117 463 3661
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Diana Bromboszcz
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
London E1  (Online Only)
I'm an integrative psychotherapist offering short and long-term counselling and psychotherapy. I specialise in areas of loss, bereavement, illness and trauma, The area of my expertise is working with trauma, including bereavement, complex trauma, loss and relationship/family issues.  Integrative psychotherapy means that I can offer specific treatments or interventions in the context of what is needed and most appropriate. I have extensive training and experience to accommodate your unique individual needs using a holistic approach.  I am also qualified to provide therapy using EMDR and Brainspotting.
I'm an integrative psychotherapist offering short and long-term counselling and psychotherapy. I specialise in areas of loss, bereavement, illness and trauma, The area of my expertise is working with trauma, including bereavement, complex trauma, loss and relationship/family issues.  Integrative psychotherapy means that I can offer specific treatments or interventions in the context of what is needed and most appropriate. I have extensive training and experience to accommodate your unique individual needs using a holistic approach.  I am also qualified to provide therapy using EMDR and Brainspotting.
01798 303568 View 01798 303568
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Psychological Therapies
Counsellor, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
London E1  (Online Only)
I am soon to be a Registered Counselling Psychologist and I provide a safe, non-judgemental, empathic space to discuss difficulties which are causing issues in your life. I specialise in romantic/family or social relationships, addictions, previous/current traumatic events, lifespan direction as well as personality difficulties. I aim to support clients to explore what difficulties are being experienced to promote self-awareness and clarity so that they can move forward with life. I work within a person-centred framework but can use CBT & psychotherapy techniques where required which provides an integrative approach.
I am soon to be a Registered Counselling Psychologist and I provide a safe, non-judgemental, empathic space to discuss difficulties which are causing issues in your life. I specialise in romantic/family or social relationships, addictions, previous/current traumatic events, lifespan direction as well as personality difficulties. I aim to support clients to explore what difficulties are being experienced to promote self-awareness and clarity so that they can move forward with life. I work within a person-centred framework but can use CBT & psychotherapy techniques where required which provides an integrative approach.
0121 661 7804 View 0121 661 7804
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DBT London
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Both options include access to our family support group and crisis line support.
Step 1: Personalised Assessment with DBT London: your path to well-being begins with a detailed, personalised DBT assessment. It’s convenient and friendly, once your payment is confirmed, you’ll receive a Zoom link for a one-on-one session with one of our expert DBT therapists, specialising in DBT Skills for Emotional Regulation and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Together, we’ll determine if DBT online is the right solution for your needs. Fee: £85 for a one-hour, comprehensive DBT therapy session and treatment plan. If DBT seems like the right choice, we’ll proceed with complimentary precommitment sessions.
Both options include access to our family support group and crisis line support.
Step 1: Personalised Assessment with DBT London: your path to well-being begins with a detailed, personalised DBT assessment. It’s convenient and friendly, once your payment is confirmed, you’ll receive a Zoom link for a one-on-one session with one of our expert DBT therapists, specialising in DBT Skills for Emotional Regulation and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Together, we’ll determine if DBT online is the right solution for your needs. Fee: £85 for a one-hour, comprehensive DBT therapy session and treatment plan. If DBT seems like the right choice, we’ll proceed with complimentary precommitment sessions.
07480 487002 View 07480 487002
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Anne Lucas - Counselling - Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clients come to me for many reasons, such as work-related issues, relationship struggles, Family conflicts, bereavement or grief.
Are you feeling exhausted by life’s demands? Prehards you’ve always felt alone. Maybe you feel emotionally overwhelmed right now. Life can be difficult, and some experiences are profoundly painful. While everyone's challenges are unique, asking for help is always nerve-wracking; it takes a leap of faith to reach out! Still, therapy can change your life. I’m an experienced and fully qualified therapist registered with the British Association of Counsellors & Psychotherapists. I offer individual counselling and psychotherapy sessions for adults of varying lengths, in either French (mother tongue) or English, according to your needs.
Clients come to me for many reasons, such as work-related issues, relationship struggles, Family conflicts, bereavement or grief.
Are you feeling exhausted by life’s demands? Prehards you’ve always felt alone. Maybe you feel emotionally overwhelmed right now. Life can be difficult, and some experiences are profoundly painful. While everyone's challenges are unique, asking for help is always nerve-wracking; it takes a leap of faith to reach out! Still, therapy can change your life. I’m an experienced and fully qualified therapist registered with the British Association of Counsellors & Psychotherapists. I offer individual counselling and psychotherapy sessions for adults of varying lengths, in either French (mother tongue) or English, according to your needs.
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Daniel Goldie
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
I've worked with people having facing many challenges; histories of abuse, anxiety, bereavement and loss, depression, trauma, stress at home or in work, sex & relationship issues, questions around sexuality and gender, family difficulties, alcohol or substance misuse, existential issues and more.
I see therapy as an opportunity to explore, to challenge, and to develop new ways of being and relating. I engage with my clients in a real, authentic way, and invite them to do the same with me. I'm an experienced UKCP accredited Psychotherapist with over 14 years experience working in a range of mental health services. I've supported many people in leading richer and more rewarding lives. ​I work in a way that is open, honest, supportive and allows for lightness and challenge. Take a look at my website for more information about how I work.
I've worked with people having facing many challenges; histories of abuse, anxiety, bereavement and loss, depression, trauma, stress at home or in work, sex & relationship issues, questions around sexuality and gender, family difficulties, alcohol or substance misuse, existential issues and more.
I see therapy as an opportunity to explore, to challenge, and to develop new ways of being and relating. I engage with my clients in a real, authentic way, and invite them to do the same with me. I'm an experienced UKCP accredited Psychotherapist with over 14 years experience working in a range of mental health services. I've supported many people in leading richer and more rewarding lives. ​I work in a way that is open, honest, supportive and allows for lightness and challenge. Take a look at my website for more information about how I work.
020 3958 4013 View 020 3958 4013
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Athina Patsoule
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London E1  (Online Only)
I offer psychotherapy to adults for a wide range of difficulties such as: anxiety, panic attacks, depression, self- esteem issues, family difficulties, interpersonal and communication problems, personal development issues, critical life periods (childbearing, separation, divorce, job changes, retirement, illness, bereavement).
I am a qualified psychotherapist (ECP), registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) with extensive experience in individual, couples and family psychotherapy and parenting counselling, in the United Kingdom and in Greece. I offer online sessions in Greek, French and English.
I offer psychotherapy to adults for a wide range of difficulties such as: anxiety, panic attacks, depression, self- esteem issues, family difficulties, interpersonal and communication problems, personal development issues, critical life periods (childbearing, separation, divorce, job changes, retirement, illness, bereavement).
I am a qualified psychotherapist (ECP), registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) with extensive experience in individual, couples and family psychotherapy and parenting counselling, in the United Kingdom and in Greece. I offer online sessions in Greek, French and English.
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Inclusion Psychologists Limited
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
London E1  (Online Only)
We are Black Psychologists, Diversity & Inclusion Consultants offering assessments, therapy & coaching services. We are a multidisciplinary team offering counselling, neurodiversity counselling & family therapy. We work with clients from backgrounds, from all over the world & those seeking therapy responsive to their ethnic and cultural needs. We are antiracism experts providing training and assessments in EDI using our Six Stages Conceptual Framework on challenging discriminations & Racism. Providing bespoke training in the areas of diversity and inclusion including special educational needs. Expert witness and negligence claims.
We are Black Psychologists, Diversity & Inclusion Consultants offering assessments, therapy & coaching services. We are a multidisciplinary team offering counselling, neurodiversity counselling & family therapy. We work with clients from backgrounds, from all over the world & those seeking therapy responsive to their ethnic and cultural needs. We are antiracism experts providing training and assessments in EDI using our Six Stages Conceptual Framework on challenging discriminations & Racism. Providing bespoke training in the areas of diversity and inclusion including special educational needs. Expert witness and negligence claims.
07401 284697 View 07401 284697
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Rev Stephen Jones
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
London E1  (Online Only)
I work with clients with depression, anxiety, unwanted sexual behaviour, relationship struggles, anger, trauma, burnout, unresolved family issues and more severe mental illnesses.
I specialise in working with conflicting couples and clients new to counselling. I help clients manage complex relationships, overcome trauma and relieve anxiety. Clients find me approachable, curious, culturally fluent and realistic in my counselling methods. Convinced that relationships are the avenue to lasting change, my goal in therapy is to create a safe therapeutic relationship that provides a setting for clients to experience healing and empowerment. I have 15 years of international work experience as a counsellor. I provide a money-back guarantee for one session with individuals and two sessions with couples.
I work with clients with depression, anxiety, unwanted sexual behaviour, relationship struggles, anger, trauma, burnout, unresolved family issues and more severe mental illnesses.
I specialise in working with conflicting couples and clients new to counselling. I help clients manage complex relationships, overcome trauma and relieve anxiety. Clients find me approachable, curious, culturally fluent and realistic in my counselling methods. Convinced that relationships are the avenue to lasting change, my goal in therapy is to create a safe therapeutic relationship that provides a setting for clients to experience healing and empowerment. I have 15 years of international work experience as a counsellor. I provide a money-back guarantee for one session with individuals and two sessions with couples.
020 3697 0296 View 020 3697 0296
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Josephine Basedow
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
London E1  (Online Only)
Hello my name is Josephine. I offer Relational - Traumatophilic - Psychotherapy online - I work with people facing a wide range of issues including but not limited to: anxiety, low mood & depression, disordered eating, OCD presentations, bereavement, loss, suicidality, identity-related issues (sexual, gender, race), relationship difficulties, shame, anger, childhood and other trauma (including relational/attachment trauma, C-PTSD, transgenerational trauma, sexual abuse, neglect, homelessness, torture/war/loss of home, loss of status/family, major life transitions, move from one country to another/culture to another)
Hello my name is Josephine. I offer Relational - Traumatophilic - Psychotherapy online - I work with people facing a wide range of issues including but not limited to: anxiety, low mood & depression, disordered eating, OCD presentations, bereavement, loss, suicidality, identity-related issues (sexual, gender, race), relationship difficulties, shame, anger, childhood and other trauma (including relational/attachment trauma, C-PTSD, transgenerational trauma, sexual abuse, neglect, homelessness, torture/war/loss of home, loss of status/family, major life transitions, move from one country to another/culture to another)
01303 765417 View 01303 765417

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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.