Photo of Michele Groetzinger, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Michele Groetzinger
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP-C, PMHNP
Verified Verified
20 Endorsed
Parker, CO 80138  (Online Only)
My experience as a nurse expends 20 years and includes nursing education and emergency room practice. My experience as a provider is 10 years and includes emergency medicine, family practice, geriatrics and practicing as a sexual assault nurse examiner for almost 18 years. My hobbies include cooking and traveling with family and friends. I am a dog lover and proud mother to 2 english bulldogs and 3 human children.
My experience as a nurse expends 20 years and includes nursing education and emergency room practice. My experience as a provider is 10 years and includes emergency medicine, family practice, geriatrics and practicing as a sexual assault nurse examiner for almost 18 years. My hobbies include cooking and traveling with family and friends. I am a dog lover and proud mother to 2 english bulldogs and 3 human children.
(970) 489-8634 View (970) 489-8634
Photo of Erin Lutchkus, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Erin Lutchkus
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MPA, MSN, APRN
Verified Verified
20 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80016  (Online Only)
When not working, I enjoy spending time in the sun, on the beach or at the pool with my family, which includes my three rescue dogs- a Tree Walker Coonhound, a Weimaraner, and an Australian Cattle Dog.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in a variety of nursing specialties. I am an active member in Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. I aim to provide my patients with the support they need based on their individually unique situations. I hope that my patients feel safe, comfortable and respected in my care.
When not working, I enjoy spending time in the sun, on the beach or at the pool with my family, which includes my three rescue dogs- a Tree Walker Coonhound, a Weimaraner, and an Australian Cattle Dog.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in a variety of nursing specialties. I am an active member in Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. I aim to provide my patients with the support they need based on their individually unique situations. I hope that my patients feel safe, comfortable and respected in my care.
(720) 802-4611 View (720) 802-4611
Photo of Chad Krumpholz, Physician Assistant in Colorado
Chad Krumpholz
Physician Assistant, PAC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80207
In his free time, he enjoys kayaking, hiking, travelling, exploring, and spending time with his family.
Chad is a Physician Assistant (PA-C) with a Certificate of Added Qualification in Psychiatry (CAQ-Psych) who graduated from DeSales University in 2018. Originally from Texas, he has lived and practiced in Texas, Pennsylvania, and now Colorado. Chad’s focus is in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry having worked with kids in inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and embedded in an underserved pediatric clinic. He has provided consult services at a children’s hospital and for a state-funded hotline for medical staff who had mental health questions regarding their pediatric patients.
In his free time, he enjoys kayaking, hiking, travelling, exploring, and spending time with his family.
Chad is a Physician Assistant (PA-C) with a Certificate of Added Qualification in Psychiatry (CAQ-Psych) who graduated from DeSales University in 2018. Originally from Texas, he has lived and practiced in Texas, Pennsylvania, and now Colorado. Chad’s focus is in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry having worked with kids in inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and embedded in an underserved pediatric clinic. He has provided consult services at a children’s hospital and for a state-funded hotline for medical staff who had mental health questions regarding their pediatric patients.
(720) 893-8398 View (720) 893-8398
Photo of Shannon Keane, Psychiatrist in Colorado
Shannon Keane
Psychiatrist, MSN, FNP-C, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80205  (Online Only)
I am dual certified as a family nurse practitioner and psychiatric nurse practitioner with prescriptive authority.
I offer you a holistic approach to managing your mental health, utilizing evidence-based, realistic, comprehensive strategies to improve and maintain your mental health. I believe that to heal mental health conditions, and to reach an optimal state of wellbeing, you have to take care of your physical body, mind and soul. I advocate optimizing brain health through nutrition, movement, supplements, medications, meditation and other alternative therapies. By using a multimodal approach, my priority is to help you achieve a balanced state of wellbeing.
I am dual certified as a family nurse practitioner and psychiatric nurse practitioner with prescriptive authority.
I offer you a holistic approach to managing your mental health, utilizing evidence-based, realistic, comprehensive strategies to improve and maintain your mental health. I believe that to heal mental health conditions, and to reach an optimal state of wellbeing, you have to take care of your physical body, mind and soul. I advocate optimizing brain health through nutrition, movement, supplements, medications, meditation and other alternative therapies. By using a multimodal approach, my priority is to help you achieve a balanced state of wellbeing.
(303) 951-6278 View (303) 951-6278
Photo of Angela Dawkins, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Angela Dawkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222  (Online Only)
Angela is a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. Angela has over 30 years of extensive nursing experience and has worked in a variety of settings including cardiac, acute/clinical dialysis, intensive care, home healthcare-case management services, med-surgical care, oncology care, geriatric long term care services, outpatient surgery, anesthesia assessment clinic, emergency medicine, pain management clinic, inpatient/outpatient psychiatric services, residential mental health care services, crisis stabilization community based care, and substance abuse and mental health.
Angela is a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. Angela has over 30 years of extensive nursing experience and has worked in a variety of settings including cardiac, acute/clinical dialysis, intensive care, home healthcare-case management services, med-surgical care, oncology care, geriatric long term care services, outpatient surgery, anesthesia assessment clinic, emergency medicine, pain management clinic, inpatient/outpatient psychiatric services, residential mental health care services, crisis stabilization community based care, and substance abuse and mental health.
(720) 637-5908 View (720) 637-5908
Photo of Esther Okanlawon, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Esther Okanlawon
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80015
Accepting New Patients! I am dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I have been in healthcare for the past 14 years. Started out my career as a nurse in homecare in NY and also worked on the Navajo reservation. As an FNP, I have worked in primary care, wellness health and treated patients with substance use disorder. As a PMHNP, I am going to help you achieve your goal of functioning to your highest capabilities. I also offer suboxone services. Call or email today to learn more.
Accepting New Patients! I am dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I have been in healthcare for the past 14 years. Started out my career as a nurse in homecare in NY and also worked on the Navajo reservation. As an FNP, I have worked in primary care, wellness health and treated patients with substance use disorder. As a PMHNP, I am going to help you achieve your goal of functioning to your highest capabilities. I also offer suboxone services. Call or email today to learn more.
(720) 613-5588 View (720) 613-5588
Photo of Esther Okanlawon, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Esther Okanlawon
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Accepting New Patients! I am dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I have been in healthcare for the past 14 years. Started out my career as a nurse in homecare in NY and also worked on the Navajo reservation. As an FNP, I have worked in primary care, wellness health and treated patients with substance use disorder. As a PMHNP, I am going to help you achieve your goal of functioning to your highest capabilities. I also offer suboxone services. Call or email today to learn more.
Accepting New Patients! I am dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I have been in healthcare for the past 14 years. Started out my career as a nurse in homecare in NY and also worked on the Navajo reservation. As an FNP, I have worked in primary care, wellness health and treated patients with substance use disorder. As a PMHNP, I am going to help you achieve your goal of functioning to your highest capabilities. I also offer suboxone services. Call or email today to learn more.
(719) 628-5257 View (719) 628-5257
Photo of Lorraine Victorian-Burks, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Lorraine Victorian-Burks
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Westminster, CO 80234  (Online Only)
In addition to being a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am also a licensed, certified Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner who works in family practice.
Hello! I am an experienced, licensed, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who specializes in the psychological assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. I provide medication management and other evidence-based approaches to treat a wide range of psychological, emotional, and behavioral problems.
In addition to being a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am also a licensed, certified Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner who works in family practice.
Hello! I am an experienced, licensed, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who specializes in the psychological assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. I provide medication management and other evidence-based approaches to treat a wide range of psychological, emotional, and behavioral problems.
(720) 797-4809 View (720) 797-4809
Photo of Chidi Enwere, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Chidi Enwere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSN, APRN
Verified Verified
20 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302  (Online Only)
I am a dual board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. I started my healthcare career working in a mental health hospital while obtaining my undergraduate degree. I completed my Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees at Case Western Reserve University. I went on to complete my Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner certification from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.
I am a dual board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. I started my healthcare career working in a mental health hospital while obtaining my undergraduate degree. I completed my Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees at Case Western Reserve University. I went on to complete my Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner certification from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.
(719) 223-4544 View (719) 223-4544
Photo of Matthew Soden, Psychiatrist in Colorado
Matthew Soden
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80014
I approach our work in a spirit of collaboration. My therapeutic approach is warm, compassionate and kind with the goal of cultivating an environment where progress can take place. Some the conditions that I commonly evaluate and treat include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma related conditions, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd), psychosis, neurodevelopmental conditions, autism spectrum disorder, issues that often affect LGBTQ+ individuals, professionals in crisis, cultural stressors and family conflict. I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management and therapy.
I approach our work in a spirit of collaboration. My therapeutic approach is warm, compassionate and kind with the goal of cultivating an environment where progress can take place. Some the conditions that I commonly evaluate and treat include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma related conditions, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd), psychosis, neurodevelopmental conditions, autism spectrum disorder, issues that often affect LGBTQ+ individuals, professionals in crisis, cultural stressors and family conflict. I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management and therapy.
(720) 740-8322 View (720) 740-8322
Photo of Esther Okanlawon, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Esther Okanlawon
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80127
Accepting New Patients! I am dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I have been in healthcare for the past 14 years. Started out my career as a nurse in homecare in NY and also worked on the Navajo reservation. As an FNP, I have worked in primary care, wellness health and treated patients with substance use disorder. As a PMHNP, I am going to help you achieve your goal of functioning to your highest capabilities. I also offer suboxone services. Call or email today to learn more.
Accepting New Patients! I am dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I have been in healthcare for the past 14 years. Started out my career as a nurse in homecare in NY and also worked on the Navajo reservation. As an FNP, I have worked in primary care, wellness health and treated patients with substance use disorder. As a PMHNP, I am going to help you achieve your goal of functioning to your highest capabilities. I also offer suboxone services. Call or email today to learn more.
(720) 730-4767 View (720) 730-4767
Photo of Ike Uzowulu, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Ike Uzowulu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80202  (Online Only)
I am a board-certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner. I have verifiable experience in treating variety of psychiatric disorders such as; mood disorders including resistant depression, eating disorders, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, schizophrenia, stress and sleep related disorders.
I am a board-certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner. I have verifiable experience in treating variety of psychiatric disorders such as; mood disorders including resistant depression, eating disorders, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, schizophrenia, stress and sleep related disorders.
(720) 743-5311 View (720) 743-5311
Photo of Angela Panek, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Angela Panek
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP, APN, RN
Verified Verified
After working in nursing for 12 years, she returned to get her master’s degree in Nursing and became a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2015.
Angela has a passion for mental health care. She believes that mental health affects all aspects of life and she wants people to live their best life, despite the challenges they may face. Angela sees her patients as partners. She believes in empowering her patients to take responsibility for their health. Angela loves to teach and educate her patients so that they can make informed decisions and choices about their health.
After working in nursing for 12 years, she returned to get her master’s degree in Nursing and became a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2015.
Angela has a passion for mental health care. She believes that mental health affects all aspects of life and she wants people to live their best life, despite the challenges they may face. Angela sees her patients as partners. She believes in empowering her patients to take responsibility for their health. Angela loves to teach and educate her patients so that they can make informed decisions and choices about their health.
(720) 924-4146 View (720) 924-4146
Photo of NuMedical & Psychiatry Clinic / Dr. Mary Okonofua, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
NuMedical & Psychiatry Clinic / Dr. Mary Okonofua
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP-C
Verified Verified
I want you to be free of emotional pain, and to find a meaning to life in your work, relationships, family, spirituality and other areas of life.
"ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS IN COLORADO, TEXAS & ARIZONA". Many patients believe providers offer one-sided visit, where they are not listened to or cared about. I can promise you that I am as real as it gets, caring and compassionate about my patients' recovery. I want to walk with you on your journey of recovery and see you smile again! I want to help you achieve solutions within my professional expertise while being there for you as you experience yourself in positive new ways.Simply put, I don't believe talking to a mental health provider should have any negative perception or stigma.Call for appointment or if we take your insurance
I want you to be free of emotional pain, and to find a meaning to life in your work, relationships, family, spirituality and other areas of life.
"ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS IN COLORADO, TEXAS & ARIZONA". Many patients believe providers offer one-sided visit, where they are not listened to or cared about. I can promise you that I am as real as it gets, caring and compassionate about my patients' recovery. I want to walk with you on your journey of recovery and see you smile again! I want to help you achieve solutions within my professional expertise while being there for you as you experience yourself in positive new ways.Simply put, I don't believe talking to a mental health provider should have any negative perception or stigma.Call for appointment or if we take your insurance
(480) 771-1433 View (480) 771-1433
Photo of Wellcova Health Services, Psychiatrist in Colorado
Wellcova Health Services
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80206
In addition to implementing pharmacotherapeutic interventions, she is also trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Exposure Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Play Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and Family Therapy.
Wellcova Health is excited to announce that Dr. Katz has joined our team. She brings a vast amount of knowledge and expertise in psychiatric medication management in both pediatric and adult patients. Dr. Rebecca Katz is a Board Certified Psychiatrist. Prior to becoming a physician, Dr. Katz received a Master of Arts in Education from the University of Pittsburgh and was a High School Science and Math Teacher as well as an Athletic coach in Pennsylvania for 6 years. She went on to receive a Master’s in Biomedical Sciences with a focus in stroke research from Rutgers’s University before changing careers to study medicine.
In addition to implementing pharmacotherapeutic interventions, she is also trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Exposure Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Play Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and Family Therapy.
Wellcova Health is excited to announce that Dr. Katz has joined our team. She brings a vast amount of knowledge and expertise in psychiatric medication management in both pediatric and adult patients. Dr. Rebecca Katz is a Board Certified Psychiatrist. Prior to becoming a physician, Dr. Katz received a Master of Arts in Education from the University of Pittsburgh and was a High School Science and Math Teacher as well as an Athletic coach in Pennsylvania for 6 years. She went on to receive a Master’s in Biomedical Sciences with a focus in stroke research from Rutgers’s University before changing careers to study medicine.
(303) 952-8042 View (303) 952-8042
Photo of Wilber Mendez, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Wilber Mendez
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN, NP, RXN
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80246  (Online Only)
In his spare time Wil enjoys spending time with his family, snowboarding, and giving back to those who are ostracized by society.
Wil grew up in Eagle County Colorado where he started his medical career as a pharmacy technician. This knowledge and experience empowered Wil to help people on a deeper level. Wil pursued his bachelor's in nursing at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, AZ. While in nursing school Wil found a passion for behavioral health and the importance of providing culturally competent care and patient centered care in both English and Spanish. The importance of behavioral health and its disparity in our community fueled Wil to gain his Master’s in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Regis College in Massachusetts.
In his spare time Wil enjoys spending time with his family, snowboarding, and giving back to those who are ostracized by society.
Wil grew up in Eagle County Colorado where he started his medical career as a pharmacy technician. This knowledge and experience empowered Wil to help people on a deeper level. Wil pursued his bachelor's in nursing at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, AZ. While in nursing school Wil found a passion for behavioral health and the importance of providing culturally competent care and patient centered care in both English and Spanish. The importance of behavioral health and its disparity in our community fueled Wil to gain his Master’s in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Regis College in Massachusetts.
(720) 802-9331 View (720) 802-9331
Photo of Joseph Deak, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Joseph Deak
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
20 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80014  (Online Only)
In my spare time, I enjoy my family and young son who is active in sports, outdoors, and video games.
I am originally from Alabama and attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham for my MSN. I also spent 7 years in the Army and am a combat veteran. I have been in Nursing since 2013 and mental health since 2016 where I got my start at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Tennessee working with inpatient psychiatry. Working with veterans helped me to realize my next career goal of becoming a PMHNP. I set forth and graduated in 2020 with my MSN as a PMHNP.
In my spare time, I enjoy my family and young son who is active in sports, outdoors, and video games.
I am originally from Alabama and attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham for my MSN. I also spent 7 years in the Army and am a combat veteran. I have been in Nursing since 2013 and mental health since 2016 where I got my start at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Tennessee working with inpatient psychiatry. Working with veterans helped me to realize my next career goal of becoming a PMHNP. I set forth and graduated in 2020 with my MSN as a PMHNP.
(720) 414-2648 View (720) 414-2648
Photo of Springbok Health, Inc, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Springbok Health, Inc
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC, MSN, BA
Verified Verified
I am passionate and intellectually curious and believe that each client and family I treat deserves the right mental health and medical therapies for maximum healing, regardless of race, gender, social status, religion, or sexual orientation.
My specialties include, but not limited to PTSD, GAD, Depression, TBI, ADHD, Mood Disorders, Substance Abuse, Behavioral Health Courts, and serve as an expert witness in many Mental Health Areas. I have created a safe environment for all my patients to access care, to include a comprehensive telehealth program.
I am passionate and intellectually curious and believe that each client and family I treat deserves the right mental health and medical therapies for maximum healing, regardless of race, gender, social status, religion, or sexual orientation.
My specialties include, but not limited to PTSD, GAD, Depression, TBI, ADHD, Mood Disorders, Substance Abuse, Behavioral Health Courts, and serve as an expert witness in many Mental Health Areas. I have created a safe environment for all my patients to access care, to include a comprehensive telehealth program.
(719) 312-7594 View (719) 312-7594
Photo of Jayson Reyes, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Jayson Reyes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
20 Endorsed
Monument, CO 80132  (Online Only)
I love spending time with my family –whether for movie nights or beach days.
I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of Psychiatric Mental Health experience, focusing mostly in crisis treatment, alcohol and opioid dependence along with the treatment of schizophrenia, depression, and anxiety. I consult all clients without judgment, exclude no psychiatric issue or age group and truly believe every patient deserves only the best treatment and care. I have worked in several different units in the psychiatric Hospitals around the Miami area. I have two beautiful young children and an amazing wife that supports me in everything I do; they are the backbone of my life.
I love spending time with my family –whether for movie nights or beach days.
I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of Psychiatric Mental Health experience, focusing mostly in crisis treatment, alcohol and opioid dependence along with the treatment of schizophrenia, depression, and anxiety. I consult all clients without judgment, exclude no psychiatric issue or age group and truly believe every patient deserves only the best treatment and care. I have worked in several different units in the psychiatric Hospitals around the Miami area. I have two beautiful young children and an amazing wife that supports me in everything I do; they are the backbone of my life.
(720) 571-4412 View (720) 571-4412
Photo of Esther Okanlawon, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Esther Okanlawon
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80013
Accepting New Patients! I am dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I have been in healthcare for the past 14 years. Started out my career as a nurse in homecare in NY and also worked on the Navajo reservation. As an FNP, I have worked in primary care, wellness health and treated patients with substance use disorder. As a PMHNP, I am going to help you achieve your goal of functioning to your highest capabilities. I also offer suboxone services. Call or email today to learn more.
Accepting New Patients! I am dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I have been in healthcare for the past 14 years. Started out my career as a nurse in homecare in NY and also worked on the Navajo reservation. As an FNP, I have worked in primary care, wellness health and treated patients with substance use disorder. As a PMHNP, I am going to help you achieve your goal of functioning to your highest capabilities. I also offer suboxone services. Call or email today to learn more.
(720) 594-3027 View (720) 594-3027
Family Therapy Psychiatrists

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.