Family Therapy in 02196
Charlene C. Chow
Counselor, LMHC, MPH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02196 (Online Only)
PLEASE EMAIL OR SUBMIT WEBSITE FORM (DO NOT CALL) TO SCHEDULE INITIAL PHONE CONSULTATION ------ Waitlist is currently OPEN. ------ Are you looking for support managing your mood, anxiety, health habits, relationships, cultural or other intersectional identities? I'm passionate about collaborating with individuals who are looking for support around boundary-setting, acceptance, self-actualization, conflict resolution, and overcoming life's challenges - mental, emotional, and physical.
PLEASE EMAIL OR SUBMIT WEBSITE FORM (DO NOT CALL) TO SCHEDULE INITIAL PHONE CONSULTATION ------ Waitlist is currently OPEN. ------ Are you looking for support managing your mood, anxiety, health habits, relationships, cultural or other intersectional identities? I'm passionate about collaborating with individuals who are looking for support around boundary-setting, acceptance, self-actualization, conflict resolution, and overcoming life's challenges - mental, emotional, and physical.
Colette Coleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02196
Not accepting new clients
Cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) is considered to be one of the most effective therapies for anxiety and depression. CBT with exposure and response prevention (ERP) is the first-line treatment modality for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). I have extensive training and experience working with clients who suffer from OCD and OC related disorders such as excessive concerns about health or concerns about appearance. I have over 30 years of experience working in mental health and over 10 years working with individuals who suffer from OCD and other related anxiety disorders.
Cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) is considered to be one of the most effective therapies for anxiety and depression. CBT with exposure and response prevention (ERP) is the first-line treatment modality for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). I have extensive training and experience working with clients who suffer from OCD and OC related disorders such as excessive concerns about health or concerns about appearance. I have over 30 years of experience working in mental health and over 10 years working with individuals who suffer from OCD and other related anxiety disorders.
Family Therapy
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.