Counselling in WD3
Michele Hunt
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Rickmansworth WD3
There are times in our life where we can feel like we are a little bit stuck in a problem, issue or feeling. Or that we are going round in circles not sure of the best way to move forward. Perhaps something in your past is holding you back from living the life you want. Or maybe it is an issues in your life at the moment that is causing you emotional pain. Whatever difficulty you are experiencing I offer you my help and support to help you move towards the life you want. Anxiety, low mood, low self esteem/confidence, relationship difficulties, life changes and trauma are just some of the things people come to see me for.
There are times in our life where we can feel like we are a little bit stuck in a problem, issue or feeling. Or that we are going round in circles not sure of the best way to move forward. Perhaps something in your past is holding you back from living the life you want. Or maybe it is an issues in your life at the moment that is causing you emotional pain. Whatever difficulty you are experiencing I offer you my help and support to help you move towards the life you want. Anxiety, low mood, low self esteem/confidence, relationship difficulties, life changes and trauma are just some of the things people come to see me for.
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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.