Family Therapy in 34106
I am a Licensed Nurse Practitioner and a Board Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist with more than 20 years experience in the mental health profession providing counseling and therapy to individuals, families and couples. I have had the opportunity and privilege to help those facing issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, grief and loss. I rely on my specialty, Internal Family Systems(IFS), which provides a non-pathological approach to treatment. I have facilitated instruction and supervision for therapists, nurses and coaches applying the IFS model of counseling and therapy. I am an IFS certified therapists.
I am a Licensed Nurse Practitioner and a Board Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist with more than 20 years experience in the mental health profession providing counseling and therapy to individuals, families and couples. I have had the opportunity and privilege to help those facing issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, grief and loss. I rely on my specialty, Internal Family Systems(IFS), which provides a non-pathological approach to treatment. I have facilitated instruction and supervision for therapists, nurses and coaches applying the IFS model of counseling and therapy. I am an IFS certified therapists.
I offer an integrative treatment approach distinguished by combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with explorations of the existential self, and meditative practices. You may find me using a CBT approach- engaging you to challenge destructive belief systems that work against your goals and cause anxiety and depression; or we may need to go slow in the sessions and hear the "story" to piece together the journey- the decisions made, the traumas experienced and the hurt and loss. All are validated, and all experiences are reviewed as learning opportunities and guide posts for the future.
I offer an integrative treatment approach distinguished by combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with explorations of the existential self, and meditative practices. You may find me using a CBT approach- engaging you to challenge destructive belief systems that work against your goals and cause anxiety and depression; or we may need to go slow in the sessions and hear the "story" to piece together the journey- the decisions made, the traumas experienced and the hurt and loss. All are validated, and all experiences are reviewed as learning opportunities and guide posts for the future.
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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.