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Rachel Brooks
MA, LCAT-LP
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11217
Rachel offers an integrated, strengths-based, holistic approach, tailored to each individual, family, or group’s specific therapeutic needs.
Dwellness provides therapeutic services to individuals and families across the lifespan via home-based, innovative in-person, and teletherapy practices. We believe that therapy should be comfortable, accessible, and customized to each individual client. Even when providing care virtually, Dwellness clinicians remain intentional about integrating the client’s space into the healing and growth processes. Our ability to meet you where you are and our creative framework to therapy allows us to provide optimal support for our clients.
Rachel offers an integrated, strengths-based, holistic approach, tailored to each individual, family, or group’s specific therapeutic needs.
Dwellness provides therapeutic services to individuals and families across the lifespan via home-based, innovative in-person, and teletherapy practices. We believe that therapy should be comfortable, accessible, and customized to each individual client. Even when providing care virtually, Dwellness clinicians remain intentional about integrating the client’s space into the healing and growth processes. Our ability to meet you where you are and our creative framework to therapy allows us to provide optimal support for our clients.
(929) 305-0602 View (929) 305-0602
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Arlette Barrow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11207  (Online Only)
Destigmatizing mental health is one of the biggest challenges we face in todays society. Many individuals are reluctant to seek treatment due to fear of how they may be perceived by their family, friends, and/or any person that plays a significant role in their life. Negative thinking and negative emotions combined with daily stressors is almost certain to lead you down an unhealthy path.
Destigmatizing mental health is one of the biggest challenges we face in todays society. Many individuals are reluctant to seek treatment due to fear of how they may be perceived by their family, friends, and/or any person that plays a significant role in their life. Negative thinking and negative emotions combined with daily stressors is almost certain to lead you down an unhealthy path.
(718) 925-4076 View (718) 925-4076
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Veronica Arjona, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11206  (Online Only)
I also utilize tools from additional training in Family Systems, DBT, and other Solution Focused approaches.
My goal as a therapist is to support you in becoming the person you want to be. I'll work with you towards finding ways to improve your life in the direction you choose. Therapy is a space for you to fully focus on finding what works for you. As a native Spanish speaker, I work bilingually with individuals, couples, families, and other groups.
I also utilize tools from additional training in Family Systems, DBT, and other Solution Focused approaches.
My goal as a therapist is to support you in becoming the person you want to be. I'll work with you towards finding ways to improve your life in the direction you choose. Therapy is a space for you to fully focus on finding what works for you. As a native Spanish speaker, I work bilingually with individuals, couples, families, and other groups.
(628) 209-5915 View (628) 209-5915
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Park Slope Psychologist/Life Lessons Psychological
Psychologist, PhD, NBP, CSOTS, CGCS
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11238
I provide individual psychotherapy, couples counseling, family therapy, filial therapy and group counseling.
Locating a therapist can be a fearful and daunting process, however, once found can be rewarding as you begin to express your deepest and most personal story. Are you struggling with depression, anxiety or low self-esteem? Are you experiencing marital discord or dealing with a child who presents with attention difficulties, defiancy or truancy? Do you find it difficult to manage your emotions and set limits for your children? Do you often feel overwhelmed and have noone to talk to? I look forward to helping you resolve your varied issues. Most of all I look forward to empowering you.
I provide individual psychotherapy, couples counseling, family therapy, filial therapy and group counseling.
Locating a therapist can be a fearful and daunting process, however, once found can be rewarding as you begin to express your deepest and most personal story. Are you struggling with depression, anxiety or low self-esteem? Are you experiencing marital discord or dealing with a child who presents with attention difficulties, defiancy or truancy? Do you find it difficult to manage your emotions and set limits for your children? Do you often feel overwhelmed and have noone to talk to? I look forward to helping you resolve your varied issues. Most of all I look forward to empowering you.
(718) 400-7126 View (718) 400-7126
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Vincenzo Renda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201  (Online Only)
The process involves a gentle and honest assessment of a person’s clinical and family history.
I focus on supportive therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and trauma-informed care for the individual. I rely on collaboratively working with individuals to identify and develop the strengths that can empower them through challenges. I have years of experience with evidence-based treatment for people with depression, anxiety, substance use, and trauma.
The process involves a gentle and honest assessment of a person’s clinical and family history.
I focus on supportive therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and trauma-informed care for the individual. I rely on collaboratively working with individuals to identify and develop the strengths that can empower them through challenges. I have years of experience with evidence-based treatment for people with depression, anxiety, substance use, and trauma.
(646) 760-1662 View (646) 760-1662
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Sefedin S. Rakipi
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
I work with clients who suffer from range of emotional problems, including difficulties with anger management, depression, anxiety, interpersonal, and family issues. I work with couples, families, children, and adult individuals. I use individual, group, and family therapy as treatment modalities. I view psychotherapy as a process whereby a client is assisted to explore, understand, and constructs his/her past experiences in more realistic and positive ways to help strengthen one's self-esteem. This process is achieved by creating a working environment of trust, acceptance and non judgment that fosters self-acceptance and emotional growth.
I work with clients who suffer from range of emotional problems, including difficulties with anger management, depression, anxiety, interpersonal, and family issues. I work with couples, families, children, and adult individuals. I use individual, group, and family therapy as treatment modalities. I view psychotherapy as a process whereby a client is assisted to explore, understand, and constructs his/her past experiences in more realistic and positive ways to help strengthen one's self-esteem. This process is achieved by creating a working environment of trust, acceptance and non judgment that fosters self-acceptance and emotional growth.
(718) 612-7807 View (718) 612-7807
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Marina M Chernyak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11223
I have been a mental health professional for over 20 years. I received my Master's Degree in Social Work from New York University. My professional experience ranges from working with adults and the elderly, to young adults and teenagers. I see patients for individual therapy, couples therapy and family therapy. I specialize in a wide range of issues including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorders, poor social skills, struggles with work life, struggles with personal life, vertigo, daytime sleepiness, addiction, eating disorders, anger management, people with immigration history or immigrant families, postpartum depression, phobias/panic attacks.
I have been a mental health professional for over 20 years. I received my Master's Degree in Social Work from New York University. My professional experience ranges from working with adults and the elderly, to young adults and teenagers. I see patients for individual therapy, couples therapy and family therapy. I specialize in a wide range of issues including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorders, poor social skills, struggles with work life, struggles with personal life, vertigo, daytime sleepiness, addiction, eating disorders, anger management, people with immigration history or immigrant families, postpartum depression, phobias/panic attacks.
(646) 762-6166 View (646) 762-6166
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Woodie Practices
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11226
l have intensive experience in working with the substance abuse population, PTSD, homeless population, crisis intervention, entitlements, clinical assessment, family conflict and adolescents, MS and homebound patients.
My ideal client are individuals who are in current crisis situations or fear entering one in the near future and are looking to improve their quality of life through positive reinforcement and emotional outlets. My ideal clientelle would embody those who wish to achieve positive results in their life.
l have intensive experience in working with the substance abuse population, PTSD, homeless population, crisis intervention, entitlements, clinical assessment, family conflict and adolescents, MS and homebound patients.
My ideal client are individuals who are in current crisis situations or fear entering one in the near future and are looking to improve their quality of life through positive reinforcement and emotional outlets. My ideal clientelle would embody those who wish to achieve positive results in their life.
(718) 878-6817 View (718) 878-6817
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Joan Roney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Waking up to another morning feeling the same anxiety and dread about your job, school, self-identity, partner, or family? Does life feel like all too much? Or maybe even empty? Are you ready to take steps forward while being present in the right here, right now? To feel excited by life and at peace with it? To breathe in fresh air, whatever your obstacles? My approach begins with you and your relationship with yourself, the people around you, your environment. We all suffer from common problems in life, love, and work, but the solutions that work for each of us are as unique as we are.
Waking up to another morning feeling the same anxiety and dread about your job, school, self-identity, partner, or family? Does life feel like all too much? Or maybe even empty? Are you ready to take steps forward while being present in the right here, right now? To feel excited by life and at peace with it? To breathe in fresh air, whatever your obstacles? My approach begins with you and your relationship with yourself, the people around you, your environment. We all suffer from common problems in life, love, and work, but the solutions that work for each of us are as unique as we are.
(929) 299-2589 View (929) 299-2589
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Zan Morley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11222
My expertise includes helping young adults and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, family of origin challenges, relationship issues, perinatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, life and career transitions, women’s issues, grief and loss, identity exploration, the psychology of sports, and self-esteem and empowerment.
Are you feeling stuck in your life or relationship patterns? Perhaps anxious, depressed, or lonely? If so, then I am glad that we have found each other. With a warm and collaborative style, my goal is to make our therapeutic relationship a safe place for expressing yourself freely, resolving conflicts as they may occur, and exploring yourself in relation to another. I will utilize a psychodynamic, relational, and integrative approach to our work. I believe in working in partnership, helping you identify and use your strengths to overcome the challenges that hold you back and cause you pain.
My expertise includes helping young adults and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, family of origin challenges, relationship issues, perinatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, life and career transitions, women’s issues, grief and loss, identity exploration, the psychology of sports, and self-esteem and empowerment.
Are you feeling stuck in your life or relationship patterns? Perhaps anxious, depressed, or lonely? If so, then I am glad that we have found each other. With a warm and collaborative style, my goal is to make our therapeutic relationship a safe place for expressing yourself freely, resolving conflicts as they may occur, and exploring yourself in relation to another. I will utilize a psychodynamic, relational, and integrative approach to our work. I believe in working in partnership, helping you identify and use your strengths to overcome the challenges that hold you back and cause you pain.
(347) 572-7854 View (347) 572-7854
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Clorinda Bulfamante
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
I am a clinical psychologist providing therapy and assessment services in Scarsdale and Greenwich. I treat various conditions, such as depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, social anxiety, and school/work issues. I also focus on life transitions, whether that be a recent move, transition from college, changes in family dynamics, or changes in significant relationships. Furthermore, I have extensive experience in conducting psychological assessments. Therapeutically, I focus on developing teens and adults, where as I provide assessments for all ages.
I am a clinical psychologist providing therapy and assessment services in Scarsdale and Greenwich. I treat various conditions, such as depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, social anxiety, and school/work issues. I also focus on life transitions, whether that be a recent move, transition from college, changes in family dynamics, or changes in significant relationships. Furthermore, I have extensive experience in conducting psychological assessments. Therapeutically, I focus on developing teens and adults, where as I provide assessments for all ages.
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Hope Services, LLC
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11234
The goal of the initial assessment session is to determine the appropriateness of admission for the client, to begin to develop an understanding of the presenting problems, and to answer any questions that the client and/or family has regarding the therapy process.
Our individual therapies include play, creative arts and talk therapy for children and adolescents struggling with functioning in their families, school, community, and social/interpersonal relationships. Cognitive Behavioral / Behavior Modification interventions are also provided. Hope Services, LLC is located in the Mill Basin section of Brooklyn, New York. We are a dynamic, innovative, pragmatic and professional outpatient mental health service program with a patient-centered treatment model that is geared toward providing services to the multicultural community within which it operates. With a specialty in providing treatment to children and adolescents (ages 5-18), Hope Services, LLC also accepts and treats adults. We are therefore dedicated to the mental and behavioral healthcare of children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. We offer a safe, therapeutic, comfortable, and respectful environment. Additional Languages Spoken: French, Haitian Creole.
The goal of the initial assessment session is to determine the appropriateness of admission for the client, to begin to develop an understanding of the presenting problems, and to answer any questions that the client and/or family has regarding the therapy process.
Our individual therapies include play, creative arts and talk therapy for children and adolescents struggling with functioning in their families, school, community, and social/interpersonal relationships. Cognitive Behavioral / Behavior Modification interventions are also provided. Hope Services, LLC is located in the Mill Basin section of Brooklyn, New York. We are a dynamic, innovative, pragmatic and professional outpatient mental health service program with a patient-centered treatment model that is geared toward providing services to the multicultural community within which it operates. With a specialty in providing treatment to children and adolescents (ages 5-18), Hope Services, LLC also accepts and treats adults. We are therefore dedicated to the mental and behavioral healthcare of children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. We offer a safe, therapeutic, comfortable, and respectful environment. Additional Languages Spoken: French, Haitian Creole.
(347) 609-7854 View (347) 609-7854
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Gail Winter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11201
As an experienced therapist,I have been successful in helping many people of all ages with emotional and life-stage adjustment problems. I have a strong background in assisting people with relationship problems, family matters and work issues. I help people to learn strategies for managing stress, work through loss, and resolve interpersonal conflicts.
As an experienced therapist,I have been successful in helping many people of all ages with emotional and life-stage adjustment problems. I have a strong background in assisting people with relationship problems, family matters and work issues. I help people to learn strategies for managing stress, work through loss, and resolve interpersonal conflicts.
(917) 338-4719 View (917) 338-4719
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Susie Greenebaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSEd
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11215
I specialize in: Dating and Relationships, Family Conflict, Depression and Anxiety, Stress Management, Self-Confidence, and Career-Related Concerns.
Are you struggling with the current state of the world? Are you feeling frustrated with your work life? Are you finding that you end up in the same kind of relationships that just leave you feeling alone? Are you feeling overly stressed? Sometimes people come to therapy knowing what is wrong, and other times they come with just a feeling that something isn't right. Often, difficult thoughts, feelings, and past experiences prevent us from being comfortable with who we are, what we want, and the kinds of relationships that we want to have with others. I help you work through whatever is in your way.
I specialize in: Dating and Relationships, Family Conflict, Depression and Anxiety, Stress Management, Self-Confidence, and Career-Related Concerns.
Are you struggling with the current state of the world? Are you feeling frustrated with your work life? Are you finding that you end up in the same kind of relationships that just leave you feeling alone? Are you feeling overly stressed? Sometimes people come to therapy knowing what is wrong, and other times they come with just a feeling that something isn't right. Often, difficult thoughts, feelings, and past experiences prevent us from being comfortable with who we are, what we want, and the kinds of relationships that we want to have with others. I help you work through whatever is in your way.
(646) 392-7324 View (646) 392-7324
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Angela Mang
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11208
The conditions that I am most comfortable treating are anxiety, depression, trauma disorders, relationship issues, life transitions, occupational stress, family issues, grief and loss, career counseling, emotional disturbance, self-esteem, and women's issues.
My name is Angela Mang and I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York State. I take a person-centered approach to therapy and believe everyone is equipped with the tools already to solve their own problems, therapy can help to bring those to the surface. My areas of focus tend to be anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and relationship issues. The most common theoretical approaches I use in my work are CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, and strength-based therapy.
The conditions that I am most comfortable treating are anxiety, depression, trauma disorders, relationship issues, life transitions, occupational stress, family issues, grief and loss, career counseling, emotional disturbance, self-esteem, and women's issues.
My name is Angela Mang and I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York State. I take a person-centered approach to therapy and believe everyone is equipped with the tools already to solve their own problems, therapy can help to bring those to the surface. My areas of focus tend to be anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and relationship issues. The most common theoretical approaches I use in my work are CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, and strength-based therapy.
(929) 383-6997 View (929) 383-6997
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Amber Ufford
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11215
My approach to therapy is to help clients change behavior patterns and build a life in line with their values. I collaborate with clients to identify their treatment goals within a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship. I treat clients throughout the lifespan who struggle with anxiety, depression, child behavioral issues, parent-child conflict, OCD, and difficulty adjusting to life transitions. Additionally, I have experience treating concerns around perfectionism, body image, perinatal/postpartum issues, and family conflict. My goal is to help you get back to living your life with the right tools for success.
My approach to therapy is to help clients change behavior patterns and build a life in line with their values. I collaborate with clients to identify their treatment goals within a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship. I treat clients throughout the lifespan who struggle with anxiety, depression, child behavioral issues, parent-child conflict, OCD, and difficulty adjusting to life transitions. Additionally, I have experience treating concerns around perfectionism, body image, perinatal/postpartum issues, and family conflict. My goal is to help you get back to living your life with the right tools for success.
(646) 502-8446 View (646) 502-8446
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Rashida Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Casac-t
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11235  (Online Only)
I work with both adults, couples and children dealing with individual, family and community stressors that prevent them from living a full life.
I like to begin by creating a safe space for you to be vulnerable as you embark on this journey to address things in your life, relationships and from your past that have you feeling “stuck”. My specialty is working with the individual (s) to explore behavioral patterns that lead to problem areas to increase insight, motivation and a sense of agency to take on change. I do not see individuals as problem but rather as people with problems. Problems are temporary. Let’s begin this journey.....to discovering to best version of yourself.
I work with both adults, couples and children dealing with individual, family and community stressors that prevent them from living a full life.
I like to begin by creating a safe space for you to be vulnerable as you embark on this journey to address things in your life, relationships and from your past that have you feeling “stuck”. My specialty is working with the individual (s) to explore behavioral patterns that lead to problem areas to increase insight, motivation and a sense of agency to take on change. I do not see individuals as problem but rather as people with problems. Problems are temporary. Let’s begin this journey.....to discovering to best version of yourself.
(646) 791-4034 View (646) 791-4034
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Beth Wecksell
Psychologist, PsyD, MSEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11215  (Online Only)
It is not easy to find a therapist, and I would like to make that process easier. I am a psychologist who conducts individual, family and group psychotherapy with children, adolescents and adults. My main areas of expertise are trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD and relationship difficulties. I work collaboratively with you to employ a therapy approach that fits your preferences and needs, and draws from evidence-based models (such as CBT and DBT) as well as insight-oriented and mind-body approaches.
It is not easy to find a therapist, and I would like to make that process easier. I am a psychologist who conducts individual, family and group psychotherapy with children, adolescents and adults. My main areas of expertise are trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD and relationship difficulties. I work collaboratively with you to employ a therapy approach that fits your preferences and needs, and draws from evidence-based models (such as CBT and DBT) as well as insight-oriented and mind-body approaches.
(646) 679-6321 View (646) 679-6321
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Megan Corry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11242  (Online Only)
My clients are dealing with life changes, relationship issues, divorce, infertility issues, overwhelming schedules, depression, anxiety and family discord.
The therapeutic relationship is one that can bring great change and growth. I deeply invest in my clients and the work we do so to create the change you want and need. You goals will always lead but I am not a quiet therapist. I work with adults, couples and families in all forms. You will learn concrete tools to impact and improve your daily life so you can reach your goals. Trust is key and I will be a safe space for you to process your feelings and thoughts. Life is full of twists and turns.I will work with you to manage and grow from them.
My clients are dealing with life changes, relationship issues, divorce, infertility issues, overwhelming schedules, depression, anxiety and family discord.
The therapeutic relationship is one that can bring great change and growth. I deeply invest in my clients and the work we do so to create the change you want and need. You goals will always lead but I am not a quiet therapist. I work with adults, couples and families in all forms. You will learn concrete tools to impact and improve your daily life so you can reach your goals. Trust is key and I will be a safe space for you to process your feelings and thoughts. Life is full of twists and turns.I will work with you to manage and grow from them.
(646) 849-6061 View (646) 849-6061
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Stephanie Rozen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Integrating a myriad of modalities as indicated, I may support clients in goal-setting, identifying and challenging patterns of behavior, trauma work, family systems analysis among various other techniques.
Prioritizing client's goals without judgment or assumption and a pragmatic, compassionate approach to therapy are the foundation of my work. My areas of particular expertise are substance use concerns + disorders, LGBT issues, post-traumatic stress, critical incident debriefing, compulsive behaviors and stress management. In line with the core principles of Motivational Interviewing, I work side-by-side with my clients to explore their concerns and triumphs with a focus on building self-compassion and resilience.
Integrating a myriad of modalities as indicated, I may support clients in goal-setting, identifying and challenging patterns of behavior, trauma work, family systems analysis among various other techniques.
Prioritizing client's goals without judgment or assumption and a pragmatic, compassionate approach to therapy are the foundation of my work. My areas of particular expertise are substance use concerns + disorders, LGBT issues, post-traumatic stress, critical incident debriefing, compulsive behaviors and stress management. In line with the core principles of Motivational Interviewing, I work side-by-side with my clients to explore their concerns and triumphs with a focus on building self-compassion and resilience.
(646) 480-7159 View (646) 480-7159
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.