Therapists in Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA

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Chrystina Pope
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Hi there, I'm Chrystina Pope. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. who is passionate about supporting one's innate ability and desire to heal and live life with ease and joy. I am comfortable working with anyone interested in inquiring about their inner world to find ease and joy in being alive. I have experience in working with trauma, strong emotional reactions, anxiety, and depression, grief and loss, various levels of abuse and neglect as well as parenting and family systems.
Hi there, I'm Chrystina Pope. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. who is passionate about supporting one's innate ability and desire to heal and live life with ease and joy. I am comfortable working with anyone interested in inquiring about their inner world to find ease and joy in being alive. I have experience in working with trauma, strong emotional reactions, anxiety, and depression, grief and loss, various levels of abuse and neglect as well as parenting and family systems.
(818) 918-5755 View (818) 918-5755
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Virginia Melin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Guided by your pace, story, & chosen path, I will accompany you with curiosity, affirming your growth process as you build deeper connections through a dynamic range of tools including somatic, imaginal, depth, nature-based, internal family systems, & trauma processing techniques.
Reconnect to life, nature & your authentic self. Cultural pressures, defenses, fears, fantasies & attachment styles serve as guides to a deep story about your origins, unique needs & desires. Rather than condemn symptoms, let's get curious and engage in creative exploration. You can mourn your losses, build resilience & embark on a meaningful relationship with personal goals to take ownership of your narrative. Together, we can unearth ingrained beliefs that do not serve your true purpose & desire to grow, discover tools to thrive, & reignite your authentic self expression, hopefulness, connection with others, & your life force.
Guided by your pace, story, & chosen path, I will accompany you with curiosity, affirming your growth process as you build deeper connections through a dynamic range of tools including somatic, imaginal, depth, nature-based, internal family systems, & trauma processing techniques.
Reconnect to life, nature & your authentic self. Cultural pressures, defenses, fears, fantasies & attachment styles serve as guides to a deep story about your origins, unique needs & desires. Rather than condemn symptoms, let's get curious and engage in creative exploration. You can mourn your losses, build resilience & embark on a meaningful relationship with personal goals to take ownership of your narrative. Together, we can unearth ingrained beliefs that do not serve your true purpose & desire to grow, discover tools to thrive, & reignite your authentic self expression, hopefulness, connection with others, & your life force.
(818) 290-8687 View (818) 290-8687
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Michele Goldberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ESQ
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
We also treat professionals who, despite career or family success, feel unfulfilled; those undergoing age, occupation and transition-related identity changes; and individuals grappling with shifting identities and relationships.
We are here to help you heal and grow. We are genuine, real people, and we believe that actual, loving feedback is more useful than simply listening and repeating. That is why we partner concrete take-home skills with open, active listening. Our style incorporates humor and play. We tailor every single session to your unique needs. We want to be by your side, to listen, support, and challenge you every step of the way. You are not in this alone. Together, we will discover untapped purpose, passion, clarity, and courage.
We also treat professionals who, despite career or family success, feel unfulfilled; those undergoing age, occupation and transition-related identity changes; and individuals grappling with shifting identities and relationships.
We are here to help you heal and grow. We are genuine, real people, and we believe that actual, loving feedback is more useful than simply listening and repeating. That is why we partner concrete take-home skills with open, active listening. Our style incorporates humor and play. We tailor every single session to your unique needs. We want to be by your side, to listen, support, and challenge you every step of the way. You are not in this alone. Together, we will discover untapped purpose, passion, clarity, and courage.
(818) 276-9754 View (818) 276-9754
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Find Your Center, A Therapy Collective
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
We also treat: professionals who, despite career or family success, feel unfulfilled; those undergoing age, occupation, and transition-related identity changes; others grappling social anxiety, depression, insomnia, and historical trauma.
We are here to help you heal and grow. We are genuine, real people who believe that actual, loving feedback is more useful than simply listening and repeating. That is why we partner concrete take-home skills with open, active listening. Our style incorporates humor and play. We tailor every single session to your unique needs. We want to be by your side, to listen, support, and challenge you every step of the way. You do not have do this alone. Together, we will discover untapped purpose, passion, clarity, and courage.
We also treat: professionals who, despite career or family success, feel unfulfilled; those undergoing age, occupation, and transition-related identity changes; others grappling social anxiety, depression, insomnia, and historical trauma.
We are here to help you heal and grow. We are genuine, real people who believe that actual, loving feedback is more useful than simply listening and repeating. That is why we partner concrete take-home skills with open, active listening. Our style incorporates humor and play. We tailor every single session to your unique needs. We want to be by your side, to listen, support, and challenge you every step of the way. You do not have do this alone. Together, we will discover untapped purpose, passion, clarity, and courage.
(805) 424-5986 View (805) 424-5986
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Kate M. Grogan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
I utilize a Family Systems approach with Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other therapeutic modalities as needed.
Therapy can help you resolve ongoing pain, trauma, or stress, and can also help you develop skills and strategies for managing problematic situations. It can also assist you with self-exploration and growth. Whatever brings you into therapy, you've taken the first step towards empowering yourself to make a positive change. Having the opportunity to work with someone can make a difference and it's important to find someone with the experience and connection to meet your needs. In order to feel empowered to make changes in your life, establishing an authentic, genuine relationship is crucial.
I utilize a Family Systems approach with Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other therapeutic modalities as needed.
Therapy can help you resolve ongoing pain, trauma, or stress, and can also help you develop skills and strategies for managing problematic situations. It can also assist you with self-exploration and growth. Whatever brings you into therapy, you've taken the first step towards empowering yourself to make a positive change. Having the opportunity to work with someone can make a difference and it's important to find someone with the experience and connection to meet your needs. In order to feel empowered to make changes in your life, establishing an authentic, genuine relationship is crucial.
(310) 905-3666 View (310) 905-3666
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Saba Harouni Lurie
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
It can be difficult to adjust to life stressors, break-ups, job frustrations, and family challenges.
Are you ready to try something different? Life, and the changes that come with it, can be really difficult at times, especially in this modern age. Does this sound familiar? You wake up one morning and it just feels too difficult to get yourself going. You are watching your friends go through life events while you feel like you're still trying to figure things out. You find yourself crying while driving your car, and you can't explain why. You are constantly arguing with a loved one and you just can't stop.
It can be difficult to adjust to life stressors, break-ups, job frustrations, and family challenges.
Are you ready to try something different? Life, and the changes that come with it, can be really difficult at times, especially in this modern age. Does this sound familiar? You wake up one morning and it just feels too difficult to get yourself going. You are watching your friends go through life events while you feel like you're still trying to figure things out. You find yourself crying while driving your car, and you can't explain why. You are constantly arguing with a loved one and you just can't stop.
(323) 430-9282 View (323) 430-9282
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Michelle Matthews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPA
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026  (Online Only)
NOW OFFERING TELETHERAPY TUESDAY-FRIDAY 6 PM- 8 PM! We are living in a unique political climate. Going through life transitions, and having trouble adjusting? How about ongoing fatigue and stress caring for family? Experiencing increasing worry, anxiety or depression? We all struggle sometimes. It can feel debilitating trying to keep everything to yourself and master every problem. Utilize self care and give me a call. Therapy is a safe space to process deep emotional material. So many of us spend so much time caring for everyone else. But, forget to save a little energy for ourselves, to address our own needs. It's time.
NOW OFFERING TELETHERAPY TUESDAY-FRIDAY 6 PM- 8 PM! We are living in a unique political climate. Going through life transitions, and having trouble adjusting? How about ongoing fatigue and stress caring for family? Experiencing increasing worry, anxiety or depression? We all struggle sometimes. It can feel debilitating trying to keep everything to yourself and master every problem. Utilize self care and give me a call. Therapy is a safe space to process deep emotional material. So many of us spend so much time caring for everyone else. But, forget to save a little energy for ourselves, to address our own needs. It's time.
(213) 261-8785 View (213) 261-8785
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Sarah A Goldberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
My role as a therapist is to act as a co-facilitator with my clients in order to help them to gain an understanding and expand awareness of their unique and dynamic personalities; their family history and role in it; their strengths and liabilities; patterns in thinking, feeling, and relating.
I help people who are dealing with: Job stress; heavy feelings surrounding break-ups; artists who have lost their spark and want to find it again-who are navigating between commercial pressures and the ability to have their true voices heard. Intimacy issues, trauma, and love & sex addiction issues as well as other addictive issues are a specialty. My goal is to create a supportive, non-judgmental space for you to unpack difficult feelings and to help facilitate emotional healing.
My role as a therapist is to act as a co-facilitator with my clients in order to help them to gain an understanding and expand awareness of their unique and dynamic personalities; their family history and role in it; their strengths and liabilities; patterns in thinking, feeling, and relating.
I help people who are dealing with: Job stress; heavy feelings surrounding break-ups; artists who have lost their spark and want to find it again-who are navigating between commercial pressures and the ability to have their true voices heard. Intimacy issues, trauma, and love & sex addiction issues as well as other addictive issues are a specialty. My goal is to create a supportive, non-judgmental space for you to unpack difficult feelings and to help facilitate emotional healing.
(424) 383-5009 View (424) 383-5009
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David Ibrahim
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LMFT, LAADC , E500RYT, EMDR, ISTDP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Do you wonder if you’re an addict, maybe not? I provide assessments and interventions for addiction. I’ve worked with famous actors, directors, major league athletes, scholars, scientists, studio executives, engineers, Hip Hop moguls and successful individuals. I specialize in trauma and addiction. I deal with issues such as controlled drinking, sobriety, relationship, couple's or family issues, Court, incest survivor trauma, and addiction issues. I'm also a LMFT, and Yoga and Meditation Therapist and EMDR Therapist which gives me a unique ability to help my patients integrate in their bodies emotionally and mentally.
Do you wonder if you’re an addict, maybe not? I provide assessments and interventions for addiction. I’ve worked with famous actors, directors, major league athletes, scholars, scientists, studio executives, engineers, Hip Hop moguls and successful individuals. I specialize in trauma and addiction. I deal with issues such as controlled drinking, sobriety, relationship, couple's or family issues, Court, incest survivor trauma, and addiction issues. I'm also a LMFT, and Yoga and Meditation Therapist and EMDR Therapist which gives me a unique ability to help my patients integrate in their bodies emotionally and mentally.
(323) 531-5725 View (323) 531-5725
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Miranda Kent
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Are you struggling with anxiety or stress related to love addiction or love avoidance? Do painful relational patterns keep your relationships stuck and unsatisfying? Do you feel that you are constantly striving for "better" and "more" in most aspects of your life, but often feel unworthy or not enough, even when you get what you want? These are all examples of patterns that arise when we are missed at important stages in our early development, When we were kids we had to adapt to our family system, but often these adaptations become stuck points in our adult life.
Are you struggling with anxiety or stress related to love addiction or love avoidance? Do painful relational patterns keep your relationships stuck and unsatisfying? Do you feel that you are constantly striving for "better" and "more" in most aspects of your life, but often feel unworthy or not enough, even when you get what you want? These are all examples of patterns that arise when we are missed at important stages in our early development, When we were kids we had to adapt to our family system, but often these adaptations become stuck points in our adult life.
(323) 677-4852 View (323) 677-4852
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Lori (Lo) LeChien
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Welcome to a safe and supportive space where you’re encouraged to tap into your creativity, playfulness, and self-expression! I’m a forward-thinking therapist who works with adults, children/teens, couples (poly/open/committed), and families eager to make changes. If you’re on a journey of identity and self-exploration, battle addiction or codependency, have difficulties navigating and establishing boundaries, and/or suffer with anxiety, depression or childhood/family trauma, you’re not alone. You can move beyond feeling stuck or hurt. You can break harmful patterns and build healthy, sustainable relationships.
Welcome to a safe and supportive space where you’re encouraged to tap into your creativity, playfulness, and self-expression! I’m a forward-thinking therapist who works with adults, children/teens, couples (poly/open/committed), and families eager to make changes. If you’re on a journey of identity and self-exploration, battle addiction or codependency, have difficulties navigating and establishing boundaries, and/or suffer with anxiety, depression or childhood/family trauma, you’re not alone. You can move beyond feeling stuck or hurt. You can break harmful patterns and build healthy, sustainable relationships.
(323) 402-5873 View (323) 402-5873
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Search and Create Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026  (Online Only)
My mission is to empower you to achieve your most fulfilling life. I provide client-centered & trauma-informed services to adults, adolescents, couples, families & teams. If you are struggling with sadness, worry, anger, intrusive thoughts, loneliness, chronic pain, career or work/life balance issues, or family or relational challenges, I can provide support. Our work together will be collaborative & will focus on achieving your individual goals. You will develop further awareness of your barriers & strengths, & learn & rehearse new skills toward increasing satisfaction, success, & connection with yourself and others.
My mission is to empower you to achieve your most fulfilling life. I provide client-centered & trauma-informed services to adults, adolescents, couples, families & teams. If you are struggling with sadness, worry, anger, intrusive thoughts, loneliness, chronic pain, career or work/life balance issues, or family or relational challenges, I can provide support. Our work together will be collaborative & will focus on achieving your individual goals. You will develop further awareness of your barriers & strengths, & learn & rehearse new skills toward increasing satisfaction, success, & connection with yourself and others.
(747) 269-1410 View (747) 269-1410
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Jon Schmidt
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
I also embrace the language of parts work as utilized in IFS (Internal Family Systems) and Gestalt Therapy.
Do you find yourself or your relationship stuck in the same never ending cycles? Despite your best efforts to change things, you keep getting tripped up in the same spots. You've run out of ideas, you're tired of throwing around blame, and you seem to have lost the plot. Strategies that may have served you well in the past now seem to be getting in the way. You're craving some creativity, curiosity, a fresh perspective to honor what's gotten you this far while crafting a new path forward. I want to move through this journey with you.
I also embrace the language of parts work as utilized in IFS (Internal Family Systems) and Gestalt Therapy.
Do you find yourself or your relationship stuck in the same never ending cycles? Despite your best efforts to change things, you keep getting tripped up in the same spots. You've run out of ideas, you're tired of throwing around blame, and you seem to have lost the plot. Strategies that may have served you well in the past now seem to be getting in the way. You're craving some creativity, curiosity, a fresh perspective to honor what's gotten you this far while crafting a new path forward. I want to move through this journey with you.
(310) 356-0166 View (310) 356-0166
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Lili Weckler
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFA, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026  (Online Only)
I work relationally, creatively and somatically, using tools from Somatic Experiencing and Internal Family Systems Therapy.
I specialize in working with couples and 2+ partnerships, in which one or more of the partners identifies as bi, pansexual, or experiences multi-gender attraction. I support the members of these partnerships in building fulfillment and security in their relationships, while also enjoying full expression of their identities. I help each person regulate and understand their own system, in order to have more freedom in the ways they show up with each other. I also work with individual, queer-identified adults and teenagers who want to develop pride, comfort and agency by unpacking & separating from the impacts of systemic oppression.
I work relationally, creatively and somatically, using tools from Somatic Experiencing and Internal Family Systems Therapy.
I specialize in working with couples and 2+ partnerships, in which one or more of the partners identifies as bi, pansexual, or experiences multi-gender attraction. I support the members of these partnerships in building fulfillment and security in their relationships, while also enjoying full expression of their identities. I help each person regulate and understand their own system, in order to have more freedom in the ways they show up with each other. I also work with individual, queer-identified adults and teenagers who want to develop pride, comfort and agency by unpacking & separating from the impacts of systemic oppression.
(415) 849-2991 View (415) 849-2991
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Norma Montenegro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
I know change is possible, I've seen this with countless clients and can guide you in reaching your goals. I have over 10 years experience helping individuals reach their mental health goals and improve their relationships. If you're struggling with your partner or struggling yourself, there is hope. In resolving anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma or difficult family dynamics you can get to a healthy and happy place once again. My commitment to our work is that it may be challenging, but you won't have to face it alone.
I know change is possible, I've seen this with countless clients and can guide you in reaching your goals. I have over 10 years experience helping individuals reach their mental health goals and improve their relationships. If you're struggling with your partner or struggling yourself, there is hope. In resolving anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma or difficult family dynamics you can get to a healthy and happy place once again. My commitment to our work is that it may be challenging, but you won't have to face it alone.
(347) 274-8233 View (347) 274-8233
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Chris Peters
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026  (Online Only)
I use a variety of techniques, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, traditional talk therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction to overcome challenges in the areas of trauma, relationships, anxiety, depression, identity (sexuality/gender), perfectionism, shame, and other hurdles bringing you or your relationship down.
Life's challenges sometimes leave us stuck, until we realize it is those challenges keys to our future happiness. I'm here to help you unlock that. Whether it's a sounding board, depth work, understanding what your mind and body are telling you, symptoms you are looking to address, or repeat actions you know are harmful yet keep repeating, I am here to help you along your journey.
I use a variety of techniques, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, traditional talk therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction to overcome challenges in the areas of trauma, relationships, anxiety, depression, identity (sexuality/gender), perfectionism, shame, and other hurdles bringing you or your relationship down.
Life's challenges sometimes leave us stuck, until we realize it is those challenges keys to our future happiness. I'm here to help you unlock that. Whether it's a sounding board, depth work, understanding what your mind and body are telling you, symptoms you are looking to address, or repeat actions you know are harmful yet keep repeating, I am here to help you along your journey.
(213) 376-2621 View (213) 376-2621
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Echo Park Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Hello I am Ian, a psychotherapist working in the Echo Park neighborhood of Los Angeles. We will meet in my unique and relaxed space nestled amidst the trees of Elysian Park. I practice modern therapy to treat age old problems.
Hello I am Ian, a psychotherapist working in the Echo Park neighborhood of Los Angeles. We will meet in my unique and relaxed space nestled amidst the trees of Elysian Park. I practice modern therapy to treat age old problems.
(213) 516-9497 View (213) 516-9497
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Bri Spencer
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026  (Online Only)
I specialize in anxiety, addiction, perfectionism, spiritual and religious trauma, and creative industry careers. I'm a psychodynamic, existential, and trauma-aware therapist, trained in EMDR, and I work with clients in California and New Hampshire.
I specialize in anxiety, addiction, perfectionism, spiritual and religious trauma, and creative industry careers. I'm a psychodynamic, existential, and trauma-aware therapist, trained in EMDR, and I work with clients in California and New Hampshire.
(323) 613-3271 View (323) 613-3271
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Jena Rae Foster
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Is your relationship worth fighting for? Your fights have become intense and you can feel one another pulling away. Your relationship hasn’t been working for a while now and you don’t know if that can change. Feeling good together is getting overshadowed by pain and resentment. It’s time for you both to put all your cards on the table and see if you’re able to come out on the other side, together.
Is your relationship worth fighting for? Your fights have become intense and you can feel one another pulling away. Your relationship hasn’t been working for a while now and you don’t know if that can change. Feeling good together is getting overshadowed by pain and resentment. It’s time for you both to put all your cards on the table and see if you’re able to come out on the other side, together.
(323) 716-1407 View (323) 716-1407
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Gabby Collins Eating Disorder Therapist
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW, MSW
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026  (Online Only)
Your mood’s been down and you’ve been feeling anxious all the time. The past and the future both feel daunting, but being in the present isn’t any easier. Maybe you’re drifting through life, dissociating, or fixating on food so you can feel a sense of control when everything feels hopelessly out of control. You feel stuck between oppressive social pressures, past experiences, and who you really are. Let’s get you back to you.
Your mood’s been down and you’ve been feeling anxious all the time. The past and the future both feel daunting, but being in the present isn’t any easier. Maybe you’re drifting through life, dissociating, or fixating on food so you can feel a sense of control when everything feels hopelessly out of control. You feel stuck between oppressive social pressures, past experiences, and who you really are. Let’s get you back to you.
(818) 873-2392 View (818) 873-2392

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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.