Family Therapy in 85240
Shiloh Lundahl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85240
I am a bilingual (Spanish) therapist who specializes in working with children and families. I offer both in-office and in-home counseling because I recognize that many kids feel more comfortable in their own home than in a therapist's office. Considering the fact that I will only be involved with a family for a relatively short period of time, I use a family systems approach to therapy and I teach parents how to become therapeutic to their children.
I am a bilingual (Spanish) therapist who specializes in working with children and families. I offer both in-office and in-home counseling because I recognize that many kids feel more comfortable in their own home than in a therapist's office. Considering the fact that I will only be involved with a family for a relatively short period of time, I use a family systems approach to therapy and I teach parents how to become therapeutic to their children.
Dan Oakes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85240
Dear to my heart is Mens issues and resolving conflicted family relationships.
My years of clinical practice have helped me to understand the value of an individual. Most people have the resources they need to manage the challenges they have, but they sometimes struggle to see the resources that are available to them. I use a solution focused, non judgmental, approach to help individuals resolve major life issues like addiction, depression, anxiety, and family and relational conflict. Individuals and couples can find affective attunement with themselves, their spouse, and their children, as they learn to strengthen who they are as individuals and become clearer about their own emotional regulation.
Dear to my heart is Mens issues and resolving conflicted family relationships.
My years of clinical practice have helped me to understand the value of an individual. Most people have the resources they need to manage the challenges they have, but they sometimes struggle to see the resources that are available to them. I use a solution focused, non judgmental, approach to help individuals resolve major life issues like addiction, depression, anxiety, and family and relational conflict. Individuals and couples can find affective attunement with themselves, their spouse, and their children, as they learn to strengthen who they are as individuals and become clearer about their own emotional regulation.
Calleen A. Morris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85240
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Life & relationships can be complex! My specialty is couple's therapy! I have a passion for helping those who wish to 'hang on' to what is working in their relationships while developing new skills to successfully maneuver through the challenges life can present. I am trained to utilize effective approaches & techniques, I address issues such as; communication, intimacy, conflict, blended families, grief & loss. My clients can feel respected while we work collaboratively toward personal & family goals which can lead to greater satisfaction and enduring relationships.
If you think it is a good time for you to talk with a therapist, call us at Gateway Marriage & Family Therapy for a no-cost phone consultation.
Life & relationships can be complex! My specialty is couple's therapy! I have a passion for helping those who wish to 'hang on' to what is working in their relationships while developing new skills to successfully maneuver through the challenges life can present. I am trained to utilize effective approaches & techniques, I address issues such as; communication, intimacy, conflict, blended families, grief & loss. My clients can feel respected while we work collaboratively toward personal & family goals which can lead to greater satisfaction and enduring relationships.
Jason Willyerd
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBH, LPC, ART
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85240
Doctor Willyerd graduated from Arizona State University with a doctorate in behavioral health in 2011. prior to that he had a masters degree in counseling in 2009. Since then his professional career has taken him into helping many at risk individuals such as sex offender youth, children with severe childhood trauma, families with fragile home life and structure, prisoners in the prison system and on suicide watch and prisoners having severe psychotic episodes.
Doctor Willyerd graduated from Arizona State University with a doctorate in behavioral health in 2011. prior to that he had a masters degree in counseling in 2009. Since then his professional career has taken him into helping many at risk individuals such as sex offender youth, children with severe childhood trauma, families with fragile home life and structure, prisoners in the prison system and on suicide watch and prisoners having severe psychotic episodes.
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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.