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Veronica Temons
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Washington, PA 19034
I also offer family therapy, couple's counseling, and group therapy.
My ideal client is a person who is ready, and motivated to make changes. They could have a mood disorder, personality disorder, a history of trauma, or other issues that plague them. My goal is to meet you where you are at, and assist in meeting your goals! Clients who work with me want and achieve stability, whole health, and joy in their lives, despite their mental health problems.
I also offer family therapy, couple's counseling, and group therapy.
My ideal client is a person who is ready, and motivated to make changes. They could have a mood disorder, personality disorder, a history of trauma, or other issues that plague them. My goal is to meet you where you are at, and assist in meeting your goals! Clients who work with me want and achieve stability, whole health, and joy in their lives, despite their mental health problems.
(484) 613-3029 View (484) 613-3029
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Sarah Graham Payne
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ambler, PA 19002  (Online Only)
My passion is working with individuals who are motivated to change to live a happy and more balanced life. I love working with diverse cultures and my lived experiences have helped shape my understanding of others. I consider family dynamics and their impact on the individual and am willing to work with an individual, couple or the family to help improve communication and conflict resolution strategies. Working with the needs of my clients gives me the ability to shift my approach. Life transitions are difficult. I am here to listen to your story and give you a safe space to create lasting change.
My passion is working with individuals who are motivated to change to live a happy and more balanced life. I love working with diverse cultures and my lived experiences have helped shape my understanding of others. I consider family dynamics and their impact on the individual and am willing to work with an individual, couple or the family to help improve communication and conflict resolution strategies. Working with the needs of my clients gives me the ability to shift my approach. Life transitions are difficult. I am here to listen to your story and give you a safe space to create lasting change.
(267) 489-2697 View (267) 489-2697
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Kimberly Dudley-HSM Clinical Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Willow Grove, PA 19090
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a heart for helping others develop skills and build resiliency as they tackle all that life brings.
The relationships we have can significantly impact our mental and emotional health. Relationship challenges can impact us to the point where day to day functioning can be difficult. Sometimes, we do everything we can to resolve relationship challenges, but they still remain. In these moments it can be helpful to involve external support to help resolve presenting issues. If this sounds like you, working with a relationship therapist can be just what you need. Whether you are looking for a individual, couple, or family therapist; I am more than willing to partner with you at this stage of your life journey.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a heart for helping others develop skills and build resiliency as they tackle all that life brings.
The relationships we have can significantly impact our mental and emotional health. Relationship challenges can impact us to the point where day to day functioning can be difficult. Sometimes, we do everything we can to resolve relationship challenges, but they still remain. In these moments it can be helpful to involve external support to help resolve presenting issues. If this sounds like you, working with a relationship therapist can be just what you need. Whether you are looking for a individual, couple, or family therapist; I am more than willing to partner with you at this stage of your life journey.
(484) 496-1807 View (484) 496-1807
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Never Journey Alone, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA, CLC, CCTP, BSP
Verified Verified
Colmar, PA 18915
My focus includes issues related to: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma- (Racial, PTSD, Generational ) Childhood Behavior Issues, Anger Management, Family Dynamics, ADHD, & Couples Therapy.
Congrats! YOU are taking the first step to changing your life or the life of someone you love. Life is a journey, but you do not have to do it alone! We are here to help you navigate through the therapeutic process using a strength based approach to therapy. With many years experience working with children , adolescents, and adults in residential, correctional, group homes, community, and acute hospital settings. It will be our pleasure to work with you at Never Journey Alone! This Office provides services for the states of Pennylvania and Delaware.
My focus includes issues related to: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma- (Racial, PTSD, Generational ) Childhood Behavior Issues, Anger Management, Family Dynamics, ADHD, & Couples Therapy.
Congrats! YOU are taking the first step to changing your life or the life of someone you love. Life is a journey, but you do not have to do it alone! We are here to help you navigate through the therapeutic process using a strength based approach to therapy. With many years experience working with children , adolescents, and adults in residential, correctional, group homes, community, and acute hospital settings. It will be our pleasure to work with you at Never Journey Alone! This Office provides services for the states of Pennylvania and Delaware.
(267) 933-4507 View (267) 933-4507
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Shanna M Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Wales, PA 19454  (Online Only)
You are pregnant again, but the excitement isn’t there. You feel anxiety before your OB appointments and try to make sure you are prepped enough to ask all the questions you need to. More stress keeps coming up. The thought of announcing your pregnancy and each new pregnancy symptom brings anxiety. You can’t help but wonder what will happen if you lose this baby too. No one seems to understand. It hurts to hear your family and friends encouraging you to forget about your loss and move on. You are wondering if you will ever get to experience the joy of pregnancy and bringing home your baby.
You are pregnant again, but the excitement isn’t there. You feel anxiety before your OB appointments and try to make sure you are prepped enough to ask all the questions you need to. More stress keeps coming up. The thought of announcing your pregnancy and each new pregnancy symptom brings anxiety. You can’t help but wonder what will happen if you lose this baby too. No one seems to understand. It hurts to hear your family and friends encouraging you to forget about your loss and move on. You are wondering if you will ever get to experience the joy of pregnancy and bringing home your baby.
(484) 286-5507 View (484) 286-5507
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Linda Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19118
We all wish we could transition through our life cycles without conflict, struggles, disappointments, and frustrations. Unfortunately, this desire is fantasy, as the realities of life show up derailing us and interfering with our personal relationships with our partners, family, and friends. These life challenges can make us feel unwell, not like your ordinary self while negatively effecting our ability to have positive interactions at home with our loved ones or to perform our best at work or school. Overtime, this disruption in our positive energy flow can result in chronic anxiety, sadness, or clinical depression.
We all wish we could transition through our life cycles without conflict, struggles, disappointments, and frustrations. Unfortunately, this desire is fantasy, as the realities of life show up derailing us and interfering with our personal relationships with our partners, family, and friends. These life challenges can make us feel unwell, not like your ordinary self while negatively effecting our ability to have positive interactions at home with our loved ones or to perform our best at work or school. Overtime, this disruption in our positive energy flow can result in chronic anxiety, sadness, or clinical depression.
(484) 720-0089 View (484) 720-0089
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Everlasting Wellness LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Collegeville, PA 19426
At Everlasting Wellness LLC, we understand that finding a therapist you feel comfortable with and trust is extremely important. We offer a safe and trusting space and work at your comfort level. Everlasting Wellness specializes in Pregnancy, Postpartum and Maternal Issues, Trauma, Sex Therapy, Sexuality, D&A, Acute and Chronic Medical Diagnosis and Women's Issues as well as Young/Older Adults and College Students. We come with an array of experiences, professionally and personally. We offer groups, individual, couples, and family counseling. We offer in-person sessions in our Sinking Spring and/or Royersford location.
At Everlasting Wellness LLC, we understand that finding a therapist you feel comfortable with and trust is extremely important. We offer a safe and trusting space and work at your comfort level. Everlasting Wellness specializes in Pregnancy, Postpartum and Maternal Issues, Trauma, Sex Therapy, Sexuality, D&A, Acute and Chronic Medical Diagnosis and Women's Issues as well as Young/Older Adults and College Students. We come with an array of experiences, professionally and personally. We offer groups, individual, couples, and family counseling. We offer in-person sessions in our Sinking Spring and/or Royersford location.
(484) 706-9465 View (484) 706-9465
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Yaron W Pickens
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wayne, PA 19087
I am a marriage and family therapist I work with couples and families by helping them practice effective communication, support, and stress coping skills.
I work with families and individuals to improve connection and communication. I work with you to cope with depression, anxiety and overwhelm. I help people to develop skills to hear and connect to one another in enriching ways. I also work with couples and individuals adjusting to major life changes. I work with individuals to develop skills for coping with anger, anxiety, boundaries, trauma, and stress. As your therapist I will work with you in creating and sustaining your relational and emotional health. I am now forming a Men's Support group to work in community to promote men's overall wellness contact for more info.
I am a marriage and family therapist I work with couples and families by helping them practice effective communication, support, and stress coping skills.
I work with families and individuals to improve connection and communication. I work with you to cope with depression, anxiety and overwhelm. I help people to develop skills to hear and connect to one another in enriching ways. I also work with couples and individuals adjusting to major life changes. I work with individuals to develop skills for coping with anger, anxiety, boundaries, trauma, and stress. As your therapist I will work with you in creating and sustaining your relational and emotional health. I am now forming a Men's Support group to work in community to promote men's overall wellness contact for more info.
(215) 607-2231 View (215) 607-2231
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Brighter Day Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansdale, PA 19446  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience in outpatient, intensive outpatient and residential settings. I have worked with individuals, couples, families, children, and adolescents.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience in outpatient, intensive outpatient and residential settings. I have worked with individuals, couples, families, children, and adolescents.
(215) 261-5754 View (215) 261-5754
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Heloise (Lois) Ridley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MBA, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansdale, PA 19446  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Lois supports adults struggling to connect with others, establish healthy boundaries, or communicate within their current relationships due to early childhood trauma. She utilizes a trauma-informed, culturally responsive lens to support clients with unconditional regard and occasional humor. Based upon a client’s needs and preferences, her clinical orientation can include a blend of AEDP, family systems, trauma-healing, strengths-based, and narrative therapy. Lois strives to provide a loving "no judgement zone" for clients to pursue their healing. She serves as a cheerleader in her clients' journey towards NEW hope and resilience.
Lois supports adults struggling to connect with others, establish healthy boundaries, or communicate within their current relationships due to early childhood trauma. She utilizes a trauma-informed, culturally responsive lens to support clients with unconditional regard and occasional humor. Based upon a client’s needs and preferences, her clinical orientation can include a blend of AEDP, family systems, trauma-healing, strengths-based, and narrative therapy. Lois strives to provide a loving "no judgement zone" for clients to pursue their healing. She serves as a cheerleader in her clients' journey towards NEW hope and resilience.
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Dr. Monir F Morgan
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD , PhD , LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Norristown, PA 19401
I have wide experience and extensive training in working with clients presenting with addiction, anxiety, ADHD, anger management, behavioral issues, depression, family issues, grief /loss, infidelity, mood disorders, OCD, oppositional defiance, parenting challenges, relationship issues, PTSD, self-esteem issues, socialization issues, and thought disorders.
I am a passionate, client-centered, and skilled Licensed Professional Counselor. I strive to meet my clients wherever they happen to be in the moment of seeking therapy and help them get to where they want to be through using evidence-based interventions, encouragement, support, and empowerment. It is my privilege to offer help and hope to my clients who are facing challenges in their life’s journey. I strongly believe that clients are the expert on their own lives and they have the answers to their own questions. My role is to work with my clients to find those answers, and help them become the best version of themselves.
I have wide experience and extensive training in working with clients presenting with addiction, anxiety, ADHD, anger management, behavioral issues, depression, family issues, grief /loss, infidelity, mood disorders, OCD, oppositional defiance, parenting challenges, relationship issues, PTSD, self-esteem issues, socialization issues, and thought disorders.
I am a passionate, client-centered, and skilled Licensed Professional Counselor. I strive to meet my clients wherever they happen to be in the moment of seeking therapy and help them get to where they want to be through using evidence-based interventions, encouragement, support, and empowerment. It is my privilege to offer help and hope to my clients who are facing challenges in their life’s journey. I strongly believe that clients are the expert on their own lives and they have the answers to their own questions. My role is to work with my clients to find those answers, and help them become the best version of themselves.
(484) 218-2652 View (484) 218-2652
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Kira Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027  (Online Only)
If you are someone who is ready to make changes in your life but find it difficult to determine a starting point and have exhausted all other options to finding a solution, then seeking a therapist may be the next step in the right direction. I am a graduate of Holy Family University with a Masters of Science in Counseling Psychology, School Counseling concentration. I have worked extensively with the adolescent youth during my primary years of training and provide a supportive, empathetic and direct approach to all of my clients, their spouses and families.
If you are someone who is ready to make changes in your life but find it difficult to determine a starting point and have exhausted all other options to finding a solution, then seeking a therapist may be the next step in the right direction. I am a graduate of Holy Family University with a Masters of Science in Counseling Psychology, School Counseling concentration. I have worked extensively with the adolescent youth during my primary years of training and provide a supportive, empathetic and direct approach to all of my clients, their spouses and families.
(267) 440-7364 View (267) 440-7364
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Kay Hughes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
King Of Prussia, PA 19406  (Online Only)
Having a safe place of support and connection to unload burdens goes a long way. It is exhausting to explore more about yourself, others, and your world when you are not feeling heard unconditionally. I am here to walk with you in a judgement-free, yet honest journey toward emotional safety. I am here whether you face anxiety, hard relationships, stress, or family tension.
Having a safe place of support and connection to unload burdens goes a long way. It is exhausting to explore more about yourself, others, and your world when you are not feeling heard unconditionally. I am here to walk with you in a judgement-free, yet honest journey toward emotional safety. I am here whether you face anxiety, hard relationships, stress, or family tension.
(215) 618-9138 View (215) 618-9138
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Healing Balm Therapy LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
As a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. Past difficulties can't be changed, but we can work together to understand and resolve challenges in your life. Using complementary therapy approaches, we will examine the issues that may be holding you back from experiencing a better and more meaningful life. Looking for extra support and/or guidance through a challenging situation or just ready to move in a new direction? Let's work together on achieving your goals!!
As a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. Past difficulties can't be changed, but we can work together to understand and resolve challenges in your life. Using complementary therapy approaches, we will examine the issues that may be holding you back from experiencing a better and more meaningful life. Looking for extra support and/or guidance through a challenging situation or just ready to move in a new direction? Let's work together on achieving your goals!!
(267) 966-2419 x1 View (267) 966-2419 x1
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Grace Therapeutic Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Willow Grove, PA 19090  (Online Only)
I understand from a personal-family journey the joys and challenges of raising a child on the spectrum.
I enjoy working with individuals struggling with various stressors or challenges in life, whether it is mental health or substance challenges. In our sessions, individuals experience a safe, supportive and non-judgmental relationship. I enjoy working with each person to develop self-awareness of their strengths, challenges so they can develop coping skills where necessary. With my counseling approach, I regularly utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
I understand from a personal-family journey the joys and challenges of raising a child on the spectrum.
I enjoy working with individuals struggling with various stressors or challenges in life, whether it is mental health or substance challenges. In our sessions, individuals experience a safe, supportive and non-judgmental relationship. I enjoy working with each person to develop self-awareness of their strengths, challenges so they can develop coping skills where necessary. With my counseling approach, I regularly utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
(267) 523-2884 View (267) 523-2884
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Katie Grilli
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CYT-200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010  (Online Only)
Are anxiety and overwhelm robbing you of the ability to live your life confidently? Lately you feel like you've been having more bad days than good days. Self critical thoughts and spiraling worst case scenarios crowd your mind. Your friends, family, or partner want to help but they don't know how. Do you feel like no matter how hard you try, nothing seems to work? Have you recently realized, "something has to change here." If you are looking to learn new skills and get to know yourself again, you have come to the right place. I work together with my clients to break this anxious cycle and finally start to do things differently.
Are anxiety and overwhelm robbing you of the ability to live your life confidently? Lately you feel like you've been having more bad days than good days. Self critical thoughts and spiraling worst case scenarios crowd your mind. Your friends, family, or partner want to help but they don't know how. Do you feel like no matter how hard you try, nothing seems to work? Have you recently realized, "something has to change here." If you are looking to learn new skills and get to know yourself again, you have come to the right place. I work together with my clients to break this anxious cycle and finally start to do things differently.
(484) 878-5692 View (484) 878-5692
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Dr. Brian S Sutton
Counselor, PhD, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19128  (Online Only)
I am a proud DC native and a Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LGPC). I specialize in creating a safe space where people can be heard, seen, and validated. My mindset is to help clients listen to their inner voice (thoughts) concerning how they feel (emotions). I have a talent for working with people who struggle to find their voice, understand their path, identify their struggles, and seem lost in who they want to be. I work with a variety of clients from all different backgrounds. I conduct individual, couples, family, and adolescent therapy. I work with clients on various issues to assist them in their healing journey.
I am a proud DC native and a Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LGPC). I specialize in creating a safe space where people can be heard, seen, and validated. My mindset is to help clients listen to their inner voice (thoughts) concerning how they feel (emotions). I have a talent for working with people who struggle to find their voice, understand their path, identify their struggles, and seem lost in who they want to be. I work with a variety of clients from all different backgrounds. I conduct individual, couples, family, and adolescent therapy. I work with clients on various issues to assist them in their healing journey.
(202) 839-8291 View (202) 839-8291
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Richard Lawrence
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19150  (Online Only)
With close to 20 years of experience working for the Philadelphia Courts system and a background in communications prior to obtaining my master's degree, I excel at finding communicable common ground between family members.
I enjoy treating adults, teens, couples (married or otherwise), and families who are suffering from a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, illness, recent loss, drug and substance abuse and/or a history of trauma (emotional, physical and mental).I specialize in working with couples (married or otherwise). The relational dynamic and negative reinforcement cycles intimate partners find themselves trapped in are the things I have a strong knack for noticing and interrupting to allow couples to find new ways to improve their relationship quality.
With close to 20 years of experience working for the Philadelphia Courts system and a background in communications prior to obtaining my master's degree, I excel at finding communicable common ground between family members.
I enjoy treating adults, teens, couples (married or otherwise), and families who are suffering from a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, illness, recent loss, drug and substance abuse and/or a history of trauma (emotional, physical and mental).I specialize in working with couples (married or otherwise). The relational dynamic and negative reinforcement cycles intimate partners find themselves trapped in are the things I have a strong knack for noticing and interrupting to allow couples to find new ways to improve their relationship quality.
(267) 270-5315 View (267) 270-5315
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Wendell Scanterbury
PhD, MFT, CGCS
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
in Marriage and Family Therapy and is a Pre-Clinical Fellow in the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), a member of the Christian Association for Psychological Studies (CAPS), and the Black Doctoral Network (BDN).
Dr. Wendell Scanterbury is a Marriage and Family Therapist who supports individuals, couples, and families facing various life and relationship setbacks such as strained partnerships, anxiety and depression, grief, phobias, chronic illness, and diminished self-image. His clinical development includes several years working with and caring for people living with cancer, grieving loss, vulnerable youth, and separated families. Dr. Scanterbury’s clinical approaches to therapy include Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Prepare/Enrich, Gottman Method Couple’s Therapy, and biofeedback.
in Marriage and Family Therapy and is a Pre-Clinical Fellow in the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), a member of the Christian Association for Psychological Studies (CAPS), and the Black Doctoral Network (BDN).
Dr. Wendell Scanterbury is a Marriage and Family Therapist who supports individuals, couples, and families facing various life and relationship setbacks such as strained partnerships, anxiety and depression, grief, phobias, chronic illness, and diminished self-image. His clinical development includes several years working with and caring for people living with cancer, grieving loss, vulnerable youth, and separated families. Dr. Scanterbury’s clinical approaches to therapy include Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Prepare/Enrich, Gottman Method Couple’s Therapy, and biofeedback.
(833) 548-1027 View (833) 548-1027
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Taniek A Gentles
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glenside, PA 19038
I offer my expertise in family therapy, adolescents, male/female issues, self esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, sexual and intimacy issues.
You were given this life because you are strong enough to live it"-Unknown Inspiration is a person, place, experience that makes someone want to do something or create something. I like to think of therapy as a place to inspire people to do better, to want better, to create better and to live better. My ultimate goal is for my clients to walk out feeling empowered and courageous about obstacles that may come their way. I strive to create a safe, nurturing environment where vulnerabilities are embraced and used to shape people into the human beings they were created to be.
I offer my expertise in family therapy, adolescents, male/female issues, self esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, sexual and intimacy issues.
You were given this life because you are strong enough to live it"-Unknown Inspiration is a person, place, experience that makes someone want to do something or create something. I like to think of therapy as a place to inspire people to do better, to want better, to create better and to live better. My ultimate goal is for my clients to walk out feeling empowered and courageous about obstacles that may come their way. I strive to create a safe, nurturing environment where vulnerabilities are embraced and used to shape people into the human beings they were created to be.
(267) 863-2927 View (267) 863-2927
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.