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Alison Cunningham-Goldberg Psychotherapist
Art Therapist, MPS, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Alison's practice consists of professionals from diverse backgrounds, who are navigating careers, balancing family, friends, within increased challenges of daily living. Alison has successfully provided treatment for individuals who have had adverse childhood experiences which can manifest in adulthood as depression, anxiety, ptsd, or having trouble setting goals for the future. Alison has extensive experience working with children, adolescence and young adults that identify as neuro-diverse.
Alison's practice consists of professionals from diverse backgrounds, who are navigating careers, balancing family, friends, within increased challenges of daily living. Alison has successfully provided treatment for individuals who have had adverse childhood experiences which can manifest in adulthood as depression, anxiety, ptsd, or having trouble setting goals for the future. Alison has extensive experience working with children, adolescence and young adults that identify as neuro-diverse.
(332) 239-1529 View (332) 239-1529
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Monique Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
I completed postgraduate training in couples and family therapy at Ackerman Institute for the Family (New York City).
We all go through things, and in therapy I can help you confront the difficulties you are trying to manage. I specialize in providing individual, couples, and family therapy. I have experience working with clients of all age groups across the lifespan. Some of these issues may be couples' communication issues, grief/bereavement, life transitions, and discord in personal and professional relationships to name a few. We tend to put others before ourselves and neglect our own needs in the process, including seeking therapy. Let me show you how to break these cycles in your therapy journey.
I completed postgraduate training in couples and family therapy at Ackerman Institute for the Family (New York City).
We all go through things, and in therapy I can help you confront the difficulties you are trying to manage. I specialize in providing individual, couples, and family therapy. I have experience working with clients of all age groups across the lifespan. Some of these issues may be couples' communication issues, grief/bereavement, life transitions, and discord in personal and professional relationships to name a few. We tend to put others before ourselves and neglect our own needs in the process, including seeking therapy. Let me show you how to break these cycles in your therapy journey.
(929) 930-3734 View (929) 930-3734
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Frances Zhang
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
I believe everyone's unique identity should be heard, seen, and celebrated. I strive to assist my clients on realizing their own potentials. I am currently a graduate student at Columbia University and practice under the license of a supervisor. I am familiar with the work on depression, anxiety, romantic relationship, career burn-out, imposter syndrome, and maternal stress. I am also comfortable providing couple therapy and family therapy.
I believe everyone's unique identity should be heard, seen, and celebrated. I strive to assist my clients on realizing their own potentials. I am currently a graduate student at Columbia University and practice under the license of a supervisor. I am familiar with the work on depression, anxiety, romantic relationship, career burn-out, imposter syndrome, and maternal stress. I am also comfortable providing couple therapy and family therapy.
(929) 412-1878 View (929) 412-1878
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Michele Rosen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
Welcome....I'm glad you could stop by and say hello. I have been a Licensed Social Worker for 20 years. What makes me unique is that I am a great listener who really cares. I have won 3 awards for Outstanding Social Work Practice. I work with children, teenagers, adults and older adults. I provide counseling to individuals, couples, family and groups. My practice style is helping you cope, heal and change. I combine various techniques to match your individual need's including Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, Solution-Focused Psychotherapy and Interpersonal Psychotherapy to enhance your life to the fullest capacity.
Welcome....I'm glad you could stop by and say hello. I have been a Licensed Social Worker for 20 years. What makes me unique is that I am a great listener who really cares. I have won 3 awards for Outstanding Social Work Practice. I work with children, teenagers, adults and older adults. I provide counseling to individuals, couples, family and groups. My practice style is helping you cope, heal and change. I combine various techniques to match your individual need's including Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, Solution-Focused Psychotherapy and Interpersonal Psychotherapy to enhance your life to the fullest capacity.
(718) 569-7906 View (718) 569-7906
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Kaitlynn Cornell
Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT, RDT, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
My specialties include anxiety, add/adhd, relationship issues, self-esteem, trauma related issues, parent coaching, and family conflict.
I am here to help you move through therapy at whatever speed feels best for you and your personal growth. My aim is to collaborate with you in a non-judgmental way to explore whatever the issues are. My approach is holistic, client-centered, non-judgmental, innovative and trauma-informed.
My specialties include anxiety, add/adhd, relationship issues, self-esteem, trauma related issues, parent coaching, and family conflict.
I am here to help you move through therapy at whatever speed feels best for you and your personal growth. My aim is to collaborate with you in a non-judgmental way to explore whatever the issues are. My approach is holistic, client-centered, non-judgmental, innovative and trauma-informed.
(845) 253-5429 View (845) 253-5429
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Greg Perlman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
Greg also has experience working with teens and adults who suffer from academic and work stress, relationship stress, anxiety, depression, family stress, "failure to launch" and substance abuse.
Greg is a licensed clinical social worker who treats children, teens, adults, and families. He uses a client-centered, strengths-based approach utilizing aspects of CBT, DBT, and solution-focused treatment. Greg helps his clients challenge negative thinking to foster positive change, assists his clients in providing mindfulness techniques using music and art to reduce stress, and aids his clients in identifying triggers and coping skills to manage emotional distress.
Greg also has experience working with teens and adults who suffer from academic and work stress, relationship stress, anxiety, depression, family stress, "failure to launch" and substance abuse.
Greg is a licensed clinical social worker who treats children, teens, adults, and families. He uses a client-centered, strengths-based approach utilizing aspects of CBT, DBT, and solution-focused treatment. Greg helps his clients challenge negative thinking to foster positive change, assists his clients in providing mindfulness techniques using music and art to reduce stress, and aids his clients in identifying triggers and coping skills to manage emotional distress.
(845) 668-9008 View (845) 668-9008
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Blima M Weinbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
I have trained and specialize in several modalities such as CBT, Family Therapy, Group Therapy in addition to treatment for substance and alcohol use disorders and process addictions. I provide ongoing assessment, diagnosis, psychotherapy and treatment planning to a socio-culturally diverse adult and adolescent population diagnosed with a full-spectrum of psychiatric disorders including bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, anxiety-related disorders, substance abuse and dependence, PTSD, ADHD, Trauma related issues and Family and relationship issues amongst others.
I have trained and specialize in several modalities such as CBT, Family Therapy, Group Therapy in addition to treatment for substance and alcohol use disorders and process addictions. I provide ongoing assessment, diagnosis, psychotherapy and treatment planning to a socio-culturally diverse adult and adolescent population diagnosed with a full-spectrum of psychiatric disorders including bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, anxiety-related disorders, substance abuse and dependence, PTSD, ADHD, Trauma related issues and Family and relationship issues amongst others.
(646) 455-3315 View (646) 455-3315
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Point Clarity Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CFSW, SIFI
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
We Provide therapy for individuals, couples and families utilizing a variety of modalities including Forensic, EMDR, DBT Skills training, Family Therapy, Interpersonal, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Humanistic approaches to address client-specific needs and strengths.
We are a group of Psychotherapists, each one specializing in a different area, to be able to provide expert treatment in specific needed areas. We have specialists trained in modalities such as Forensic, Addictions, Trauma, EMDR, Etc.We provide ongoing assessment, diagnosis, psychotherapy and treatment planning to a socio-culturally diverse adult and adolescent population diagnosed with a full-spectrum of psychiatric disorders including bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, anxiety-related disorders, substance abuse and dependence, PTSD, ADHD, Post-Partum Depression, Trauma related issues, Family and relationship issues etc.
We Provide therapy for individuals, couples and families utilizing a variety of modalities including Forensic, EMDR, DBT Skills training, Family Therapy, Interpersonal, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Humanistic approaches to address client-specific needs and strengths.
We are a group of Psychotherapists, each one specializing in a different area, to be able to provide expert treatment in specific needed areas. We have specialists trained in modalities such as Forensic, Addictions, Trauma, EMDR, Etc.We provide ongoing assessment, diagnosis, psychotherapy and treatment planning to a socio-culturally diverse adult and adolescent population diagnosed with a full-spectrum of psychiatric disorders including bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, anxiety-related disorders, substance abuse and dependence, PTSD, ADHD, Post-Partum Depression, Trauma related issues, Family and relationship issues etc.
(718) 790-4290 View (718) 790-4290
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April L. Graham
Counselor, MA, LAC, BCCMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
I bring years of experience providing counseling and assistance to adults and children with behavioral and many other issues. My professional experiences within various agencies has allotted me the opportunity to gain a vast knowledge of different systems and agencies. I earned my MA in Counseling with a specialization in Family, Marriage, and Couples Counseling from Pillar College. Additionally, I earned my undergraduate degree in English from Kean University and a Social Science degree from Brookdale Community College.
I bring years of experience providing counseling and assistance to adults and children with behavioral and many other issues. My professional experiences within various agencies has allotted me the opportunity to gain a vast knowledge of different systems and agencies. I earned my MA in Counseling with a specialization in Family, Marriage, and Couples Counseling from Pillar College. Additionally, I earned my undergraduate degree in English from Kean University and a Social Science degree from Brookdale Community College.
(732) 334-7859 View (732) 334-7859
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Brian Ledere Psychotherapist Phd Edd Phd2
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, EdD, PhD2, MA1 MA2, MA3 MA4
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
CBT/DBT, Resilience Psychotherapy, Behavior Mgt & Behavior Therapy, Career/Vocational issues, School/Achievement issues, Hypnotherapy, Aromatherapy, Holistic Therapy, Disorders of Infancy, Early Childhood, Adolescence, Adulthood, Senior Years, EI, CPSE, CSE, College issues, Couples & Family Therapy and Mediation.
I have had a wonderful career as a NY Licensed Psychotherapist, NeuroPsychotherapist, LMHC, School Psychologist, Trauma Therapist, Behavior Therapist, Reiki Master, Aromatherapist, Hypnotherapist, College/Univ Dept Chair/Professor, & Regional Supt of Schools for Special Needs & Gifted helping Children & Adults "fulfill their potential" and to gently/assertively/aggressively address the obstacles that interfere and develop the skills to cope and self-advocate physically, emotionally, socially, mentally to "fulfill potential and develop resilience" as an individual, couple or family. Midtown NYC+ LI, 917-215-0018 Remote or In Person
CBT/DBT, Resilience Psychotherapy, Behavior Mgt & Behavior Therapy, Career/Vocational issues, School/Achievement issues, Hypnotherapy, Aromatherapy, Holistic Therapy, Disorders of Infancy, Early Childhood, Adolescence, Adulthood, Senior Years, EI, CPSE, CSE, College issues, Couples & Family Therapy and Mediation.
I have had a wonderful career as a NY Licensed Psychotherapist, NeuroPsychotherapist, LMHC, School Psychologist, Trauma Therapist, Behavior Therapist, Reiki Master, Aromatherapist, Hypnotherapist, College/Univ Dept Chair/Professor, & Regional Supt of Schools for Special Needs & Gifted helping Children & Adults "fulfill their potential" and to gently/assertively/aggressively address the obstacles that interfere and develop the skills to cope and self-advocate physically, emotionally, socially, mentally to "fulfill potential and develop resilience" as an individual, couple or family. Midtown NYC+ LI, 917-215-0018 Remote or In Person
(646) 897-6012 View (646) 897-6012
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Shreya Mandal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD LCSW, CHT
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Therapy is a desired journey for self-discovery at any point in our lives, and an opportunity to access our own inner resources for self-empowerment. In my practice, I integrate Western psychotherapy interventions with Eastern methods of healing. For 25 years, my cross-cultural work and clinical experience have fostered a global perspective on mental health with deep empathy and nonjudgement. I practice psychodynamic psychotherapy, clinical hypnotherapy, EMDR therapy, integrative somatic therapy, Satvavajaya Chikitsa (Ayurvedic), & Hakomi. My focus is trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, & other crises. I also offer life coaching.
Therapy is a desired journey for self-discovery at any point in our lives, and an opportunity to access our own inner resources for self-empowerment. In my practice, I integrate Western psychotherapy interventions with Eastern methods of healing. For 25 years, my cross-cultural work and clinical experience have fostered a global perspective on mental health with deep empathy and nonjudgement. I practice psychodynamic psychotherapy, clinical hypnotherapy, EMDR therapy, integrative somatic therapy, Satvavajaya Chikitsa (Ayurvedic), & Hakomi. My focus is trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, & other crises. I also offer life coaching.
(917) 525-4589 View (917) 525-4589
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Brendan C Hackett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
As a native New Yorker, born and raised on Long Island, living in the city for the last 10 years, I have been connected to the people who choose to live here. A bustling city where, as Frank Sinatra said so well, "if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere". I believe this to be true and I believe it to be easier with the work of psychology.
As a native New Yorker, born and raised on Long Island, living in the city for the last 10 years, I have been connected to the people who choose to live here. A bustling city where, as Frank Sinatra said so well, "if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere". I believe this to be true and I believe it to be easier with the work of psychology.
(917) 924-5061 View (917) 924-5061
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Diana Jeanne Feldman
LCAT, BCT, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
Do you struggle with challenging emotions or symptoms of trauma? With over 30 years experience working with children, teens and adults, my attachment based approach combines didactic and somatic approaches to best fit the needs of every client. Children need a safe and playful space to work through difficult issues. Expressive arts approaches and DBT methods are effective when words are not enough. My compassionate and down to earth process examines old patterns that no longer serve you as you discover new empowered parts of yourself. We work on concrete tools to address issues such as anxiety, depression, and symptoms of trauma.
Do you struggle with challenging emotions or symptoms of trauma? With over 30 years experience working with children, teens and adults, my attachment based approach combines didactic and somatic approaches to best fit the needs of every client. Children need a safe and playful space to work through difficult issues. Expressive arts approaches and DBT methods are effective when words are not enough. My compassionate and down to earth process examines old patterns that no longer serve you as you discover new empowered parts of yourself. We work on concrete tools to address issues such as anxiety, depression, and symptoms of trauma.
(646) 971-1555 View (646) 971-1555
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Stella Badalyan Holistic Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
I provide a supportive, holistic, responsive, warm space and help you develop new coping skills, awareness, self-discovery, growth, and healing. I believe in an individual and integrative approach and go beyond talk therapy; the tools and techniques will differ depending on your needs. Together, we will create a new vision of who you want to be and what you want to accomplish in your journey, discover your true potential, as well as to create opportunities, and achieve your goals. I often use the Positive Psychology field of theory and research, focusing on both individual and social well-being versus the stigma of diagnosis.
I provide a supportive, holistic, responsive, warm space and help you develop new coping skills, awareness, self-discovery, growth, and healing. I believe in an individual and integrative approach and go beyond talk therapy; the tools and techniques will differ depending on your needs. Together, we will create a new vision of who you want to be and what you want to accomplish in your journey, discover your true potential, as well as to create opportunities, and achieve your goals. I often use the Positive Psychology field of theory and research, focusing on both individual and social well-being versus the stigma of diagnosis.
(718) 400-6812 View (718) 400-6812
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Misha Vernatter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
Come as you are, All are welcomed! Hello, my name is Misha, thanks for stopping by. Deciding to seek help can be a challenging experience and it can also be enriching. Whether on a journey seeking personal awareness, dealing with major life transitions, traumatic events, or relationship issues, my purpose is to help people achieve and improve their quality of life. We all face challenges and could use extra support at times. I offer a safe non-judgmental space, where you can let go of your daily stress and focus on your needs. The goal is to be a little better today than you were yesterday.
Come as you are, All are welcomed! Hello, my name is Misha, thanks for stopping by. Deciding to seek help can be a challenging experience and it can also be enriching. Whether on a journey seeking personal awareness, dealing with major life transitions, traumatic events, or relationship issues, my purpose is to help people achieve and improve their quality of life. We all face challenges and could use extra support at times. I offer a safe non-judgmental space, where you can let go of your daily stress and focus on your needs. The goal is to be a little better today than you were yesterday.
(914) 768-4226 View (914) 768-4226
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Hanna Brinnier Perrault
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Whether you're transitioning to a new job, anxious about a relationship, navigating a recent loss, these adjustments can feel stressful and overwhelming. I have experience working with trauma, grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, relational difficulties, and academic/occupational issues. I enjoy working with college/graduate students and young professionals. am trained in a range of modalities including CBT and DBT, but overall, I am person-centered, attachment based and psychodynamically oriented. Thus, I approach therapy from a trauma-focused lens, providing a safe space for clients to process all thoughts and feelings.
Whether you're transitioning to a new job, anxious about a relationship, navigating a recent loss, these adjustments can feel stressful and overwhelming. I have experience working with trauma, grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, relational difficulties, and academic/occupational issues. I enjoy working with college/graduate students and young professionals. am trained in a range of modalities including CBT and DBT, but overall, I am person-centered, attachment based and psychodynamically oriented. Thus, I approach therapy from a trauma-focused lens, providing a safe space for clients to process all thoughts and feelings.
(845) 539-1242 View (845) 539-1242
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Daniel A Walsh
Art Therapist, MS, LCAT, MT-BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Are feelings of anxiety, depression, and confusion inhibiting your ability to achieve the goals you’ve always wanted for yourself? Are memories of past trauma interfering in the relationships that are most important to you? Maybe you’re recognizing patterns of behaviors or thoughts that cause you to experience repeated circumstances. Maybe you often feel misunderstood? You and I can work together to identify clear achievable goals that will allow you to take the steps needed in order to make meaningful changes, improving the quality of your life.
Are feelings of anxiety, depression, and confusion inhibiting your ability to achieve the goals you’ve always wanted for yourself? Are memories of past trauma interfering in the relationships that are most important to you? Maybe you’re recognizing patterns of behaviors or thoughts that cause you to experience repeated circumstances. Maybe you often feel misunderstood? You and I can work together to identify clear achievable goals that will allow you to take the steps needed in order to make meaningful changes, improving the quality of your life.
(929) 205-4894 View (929) 205-4894
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Mia Estela Santiago
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Having a safe space to be heard, seen is important to the human need for acceptance and love. I like to incorporate these into my practices as the client tries to navigate relationships and situations with no shame.
Having a safe space to be heard, seen is important to the human need for acceptance and love. I like to incorporate these into my practices as the client tries to navigate relationships and situations with no shame.
(347) 759-0867 View (347) 759-0867
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Sarah Randall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore life’s many challenges. I work from a non-judgemental, affirming, collaborative, trauma-informed, and attachment based lens. I have experience working with individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, substance abuse issues, love addiction, co-dependency, personality disorders, relationship issues, survivors of abusive relationships/trauma bonds, anger, low self-esteem, grief, ADHD, PTSD, and complex PTSD. I believe everyone is unique...therefore, my style is to customize the therapeutic process for each individual.
My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore life’s many challenges. I work from a non-judgemental, affirming, collaborative, trauma-informed, and attachment based lens. I have experience working with individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, substance abuse issues, love addiction, co-dependency, personality disorders, relationship issues, survivors of abusive relationships/trauma bonds, anger, low self-esteem, grief, ADHD, PTSD, and complex PTSD. I believe everyone is unique...therefore, my style is to customize the therapeutic process for each individual.
(631) 658-5720 View (631) 658-5720
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Callum Fedele
MA, LCAT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
My client focus is working with those who hope to repair relationships past or present, have a desire to uncover past trauma and a curiosity or willingness to be open about life shaping experiences throughout their childhood and early adolescence. I aim to support clients who wish to bring their authentic self to the space, hone their inner strength, and wish to be a more confident version of themselves. Goals may include but are not limited to; cultivate strong and positive relationships, increase self-esteem and self-worth, find inner strength and power, as well as discover new life passions through the creative arts therapies.
My client focus is working with those who hope to repair relationships past or present, have a desire to uncover past trauma and a curiosity or willingness to be open about life shaping experiences throughout their childhood and early adolescence. I aim to support clients who wish to bring their authentic self to the space, hone their inner strength, and wish to be a more confident version of themselves. Goals may include but are not limited to; cultivate strong and positive relationships, increase self-esteem and self-worth, find inner strength and power, as well as discover new life passions through the creative arts therapies.
(914) 639-6305 View (914) 639-6305
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.