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Veronica Alzaga
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92069
When we are going through a life-challenging experience, we may feel overwhelmed, alone, misunderstood, confused, or simply unsure of what to do. However, with the right support, we be can be empowered to better handle difficult situations. Whether it is the loss of a loved one, problems in a relationship, a mental health disorder, family conflict, or any other tough personal event, know that there is hope. I use proven techniques in cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help create change toward reaching your therapy goals in a safe and confidential environment.
When we are going through a life-challenging experience, we may feel overwhelmed, alone, misunderstood, confused, or simply unsure of what to do. However, with the right support, we be can be empowered to better handle difficult situations. Whether it is the loss of a loved one, problems in a relationship, a mental health disorder, family conflict, or any other tough personal event, know that there is hope. I use proven techniques in cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help create change toward reaching your therapy goals in a safe and confidential environment.
(760) 891-4270 View (760) 891-4270
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Jamillah Pargo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078
Are you experiencing Hopelessness, Sadness, Worthlessness, Panic Attacks, Racing Thoughts, or Fear? Do you lay awake at night WORRYING about EVERYTHING? Are your worries or fears a constant cycle? Do you avoid interaction with loved ones, or maybe you don't want to be a burden to family or friends, so you begin isolating from everyone? Do you ever say, “I can’t take this anymore?” Do you feel alone in your problems? You are not alone, whether you're dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Health Crisis, Midlife Crisis, or just unsure how to move forward in life, assisting adults redefine life is my passion & purpose.
Are you experiencing Hopelessness, Sadness, Worthlessness, Panic Attacks, Racing Thoughts, or Fear? Do you lay awake at night WORRYING about EVERYTHING? Are your worries or fears a constant cycle? Do you avoid interaction with loved ones, or maybe you don't want to be a burden to family or friends, so you begin isolating from everyone? Do you ever say, “I can’t take this anymore?” Do you feel alone in your problems? You are not alone, whether you're dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Health Crisis, Midlife Crisis, or just unsure how to move forward in life, assisting adults redefine life is my passion & purpose.
(619) 736-2408 View (619) 736-2408
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Tawnee Russell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92069
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking for a therapist that has evening opening and does not just sit and nod, but rather provides you with tools and challenges negative patterns? If so, I am the therapist for you. I place an emphasis on empathy, understanding, and evidence-based techniques. I firmly believe that each person is unique and I customizes my therapeutic strategies to address each client's specific needs. Whether you're burdened by the weight of depression, grappling with the restlessness of anxiety, or navigating the complexities of family dynamics, I am here to provide you with unwavering support on your path to healing and growth.
Are you looking for a therapist that has evening opening and does not just sit and nod, but rather provides you with tools and challenges negative patterns? If so, I am the therapist for you. I place an emphasis on empathy, understanding, and evidence-based techniques. I firmly believe that each person is unique and I customizes my therapeutic strategies to address each client's specific needs. Whether you're burdened by the weight of depression, grappling with the restlessness of anxiety, or navigating the complexities of family dynamics, I am here to provide you with unwavering support on your path to healing and growth.
(760) 274-8444 View (760) 274-8444
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Lauren Harless
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
Waitlist for new clients
As a CA State Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, my goal is to provide knowledge, skills, and a listening ear when nurturing individuals to a place of health and prosperity.
I strive to create a supportive and collaborative environment where you can access your inherent strengths and learn to navigate life successfully. Whether you're feeling depressed or anxious, going through a difficult life transition, experiencing grief or simply wanting to understand yourself and the choices you make in a deeper way, therapy can help. Maybe you are stuck repeating old patterns, or seek support for a specific goal, therapy can be a tool for decreasing stress, building self-compassion, and re-discovering yourself.
As a CA State Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, my goal is to provide knowledge, skills, and a listening ear when nurturing individuals to a place of health and prosperity.
I strive to create a supportive and collaborative environment where you can access your inherent strengths and learn to navigate life successfully. Whether you're feeling depressed or anxious, going through a difficult life transition, experiencing grief or simply wanting to understand yourself and the choices you make in a deeper way, therapy can help. Maybe you are stuck repeating old patterns, or seek support for a specific goal, therapy can be a tool for decreasing stress, building self-compassion, and re-discovering yourself.
(760) 206-6468 View (760) 206-6468
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Lindsey Schmidt Counseling, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078  (Online Only)
I utilize various theoretical styles including, person-centered approaches, CBT, Family Systems, Solution-Focused Therapy, Humanistic, and Mindfulness techniques.
I am a collaborative, creative, and empathetic therapist. I believe that in order to effectively meet your goals; sessions should be personalized based on your individual needs. I believe that the key to personal growth and success is to find balance and inner happiness within ourselves. As a therapist, my role is to provide a nurturing environment allowing the opportunity for self-exploration and growth. My style is holistic as I belief that the mind, body, and emotions are all interconnected. If this approach aligns with your goals for therapy, I would love to connect with you and help you along your journey to better health.
I utilize various theoretical styles including, person-centered approaches, CBT, Family Systems, Solution-Focused Therapy, Humanistic, and Mindfulness techniques.
I am a collaborative, creative, and empathetic therapist. I believe that in order to effectively meet your goals; sessions should be personalized based on your individual needs. I believe that the key to personal growth and success is to find balance and inner happiness within ourselves. As a therapist, my role is to provide a nurturing environment allowing the opportunity for self-exploration and growth. My style is holistic as I belief that the mind, body, and emotions are all interconnected. If this approach aligns with your goals for therapy, I would love to connect with you and help you along your journey to better health.
(619) 916-4983 View (619) 916-4983
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Bryan -Telehealth Available- Vasquez
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CATCIII
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
Struggling with addiction & feel rehab isn’t an option? Want to adjust your relationship with a substance instead of being told you must quit? Leaving your family, job, school or responsibilities for an extended period of time is not always needed to get yourself healthy & on track. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I know the challenges of this lifestyle. Being caught in the cycle of addiction is hard...feelings of anxiety, guilt, & shame. You may have tried cutting back or stopping on your own, only to find yourself engaging in the same unhelpful pattern. I specialize in moderation & abstinence based approaches.
Struggling with addiction & feel rehab isn’t an option? Want to adjust your relationship with a substance instead of being told you must quit? Leaving your family, job, school or responsibilities for an extended period of time is not always needed to get yourself healthy & on track. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I know the challenges of this lifestyle. Being caught in the cycle of addiction is hard...feelings of anxiety, guilt, & shame. You may have tried cutting back or stopping on your own, only to find yourself engaging in the same unhelpful pattern. I specialize in moderation & abstinence based approaches.
(657) 300-9840 View (657) 300-9840
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Danielle Gross
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069
As a strength-based therapist, I believe that clients posses the ability to navigate through their own struggles, but may need help figuring out solutions along the way. As your therapist, I am committed to walking alongside you in your journey of wellness. By utilizing a therapeutic approach that is specifically catered to each individual client, and their unique needs, I am confident you can achieve your highest level of emotional wellness. Specialties include adolescent therapy, co-parenting therapy, couples therapy, family systems therapy, Sex Therapy, polyamorous relationships, LGBTQ+ needs.
As a strength-based therapist, I believe that clients posses the ability to navigate through their own struggles, but may need help figuring out solutions along the way. As your therapist, I am committed to walking alongside you in your journey of wellness. By utilizing a therapeutic approach that is specifically catered to each individual client, and their unique needs, I am confident you can achieve your highest level of emotional wellness. Specialties include adolescent therapy, co-parenting therapy, couples therapy, family systems therapy, Sex Therapy, polyamorous relationships, LGBTQ+ needs.
(323) 205-7088 View (323) 205-7088
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Emily Narvaez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92069
My name is Emily Narvaez, I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and work with clients via Telehealth. I work with adults, children, and adolescents specializing in anxiety, depression and trauma, using a Cognitive Behavioral and Psychodynamic approach to help make progress and ultimately reach goals. I use these two approaches to assist the client in identifying and challenging their negative cognitions, feelings, and behaviors as well as looking at behaviors in their present and past in order to explore how it has affected their life.
My name is Emily Narvaez, I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and work with clients via Telehealth. I work with adults, children, and adolescents specializing in anxiety, depression and trauma, using a Cognitive Behavioral and Psychodynamic approach to help make progress and ultimately reach goals. I use these two approaches to assist the client in identifying and challenging their negative cognitions, feelings, and behaviors as well as looking at behaviors in their present and past in order to explore how it has affected their life.
(323) 375-1928 View (323) 375-1928
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Teresa Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069
Welcome! I'm Teresa Hernandez, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I work with individual ages 13+, couples, and families in a variety of areas including addiction, anxiety, coping skills, depression, behavioral issues, anger management, family conflict, grief, life transitions, and self-esteem, amongst others.
Welcome! I'm Teresa Hernandez, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I work with individual ages 13+, couples, and families in a variety of areas including addiction, anxiety, coping skills, depression, behavioral issues, anger management, family conflict, grief, life transitions, and self-esteem, amongst others.
(619) 396-2717 View (619) 396-2717
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Behavioral Healthcare Partners
Psychologist
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069
At Behavioral Healthcare Partners, our goal is to promote behavioral health and wellness to achieve life's potential and fulfillment within the individual, family, and community. Dr. Vincent Castro and Dr. Denise Gonzales, both Licensed Psychologists, have 43 years combined experience in providing therapeutic services on concerns related to child/adolescent behavioral problems, abuse and neglect, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, coping with medical concerns, family discord, parenting, couples therapy, military/law enforcement concerns, personal growth/wellness, stress/anger management, trauma, and work/career issues. BHP services also include assessment and evaluation, short-term solution focused interventions, consultations, and psychological testing.
At Behavioral Healthcare Partners, our goal is to promote behavioral health and wellness to achieve life's potential and fulfillment within the individual, family, and community. Dr. Vincent Castro and Dr. Denise Gonzales, both Licensed Psychologists, have 43 years combined experience in providing therapeutic services on concerns related to child/adolescent behavioral problems, abuse and neglect, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, coping with medical concerns, family discord, parenting, couples therapy, military/law enforcement concerns, personal growth/wellness, stress/anger management, trauma, and work/career issues. BHP services also include assessment and evaluation, short-term solution focused interventions, consultations, and psychological testing.
(760) 684-8835 View (760) 684-8835
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Kim Kelly
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPAT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069
Are you or a family member struggling emotionally, feeling anxious, hurt, angry or depressed? Is this affecting you in one or more areas of your life? We all face challenges at times; having a supportive and caring person to help you through that journey can make all the difference. My role as a therapist is to serve as a guide to help the client identify and express their needs and wants, as well as assist the client in recognizing their strengths and ability to cope, heal and grow.
Are you or a family member struggling emotionally, feeling anxious, hurt, angry or depressed? Is this affecting you in one or more areas of your life? We all face challenges at times; having a supportive and caring person to help you through that journey can make all the difference. My role as a therapist is to serve as a guide to help the client identify and express their needs and wants, as well as assist the client in recognizing their strengths and ability to cope, heal and grow.
(760) 301-5762 View (760) 301-5762
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Sue Cates
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078
Extensive training, my own therapy and mindfulness practice, and long term marriage and family experience inform my work.
Are you anxious, depressed, feeling as though things just are not working out the way you had imagined? Maybe you and your partner are repeating the same old fights and nothing seems to change. Not sure your relationship will survive? I can help you have a different kind of connection, to yourself, and to each other. Therapy in a safe and trusting environment can help!
Extensive training, my own therapy and mindfulness practice, and long term marriage and family experience inform my work.
Are you anxious, depressed, feeling as though things just are not working out the way you had imagined? Maybe you and your partner are repeating the same old fights and nothing seems to change. Not sure your relationship will survive? I can help you have a different kind of connection, to yourself, and to each other. Therapy in a safe and trusting environment can help!
(760) 385-6083 View (760) 385-6083
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Landon Leathers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
Each family will receive a treatment plan that we will together collaborate on in order to help you and your child meet your therapeutic goals.
I'm really looking forward to working with you and your son or daughter. Since the beginning of my career, I have been working with a wide range of young people from early childhood to young adult. I work with children and adolescents with many different challenges and diagnosis such as behavioral disorders, ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, suicidal ideation, and cutting behaviors. My passion in life is helping families and helping young people navigate the challenges of life.
Each family will receive a treatment plan that we will together collaborate on in order to help you and your child meet your therapeutic goals.
I'm really looking forward to working with you and your son or daughter. Since the beginning of my career, I have been working with a wide range of young people from early childhood to young adult. I work with children and adolescents with many different challenges and diagnosis such as behavioral disorders, ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, suicidal ideation, and cutting behaviors. My passion in life is helping families and helping young people navigate the challenges of life.
(760) 456-8526 View (760) 456-8526
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Katherine Leahy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069  (Online Only)
I bring empathy, understanding, experience, and perspective to client issues in a humanistic approach which enables clients to see how they influence and are influenced by their relationships with family, friends, co-workers, community, and society.
I specialize in treating issues related to the various life cycle transitions of individuals and families, parenting and child behavioral issues, and families with mental illness by providing a systemic perspective that is non-judgmental and alerts clients to the possibility and potential of creating happier life experiences for themselves.
I bring empathy, understanding, experience, and perspective to client issues in a humanistic approach which enables clients to see how they influence and are influenced by their relationships with family, friends, co-workers, community, and society.
I specialize in treating issues related to the various life cycle transitions of individuals and families, parenting and child behavioral issues, and families with mental illness by providing a systemic perspective that is non-judgmental and alerts clients to the possibility and potential of creating happier life experiences for themselves.
(858) 223-1485 View (858) 223-1485
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Kristine Olivas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078
Are you interested in finding your life purpose? Sometimes not being on your life path may feel like you're treading water. Or perhaps, you feel depressed - a void inside that leaves you feeling hopeless and alone. If you're feeling anxious - you may be miserable with extreme panic attacks or the inability to focus on family and work. I help you learn skills to find the origins of these feelings, clear them and develop the life you dream of. This process is respectful of you and a partnership designed to assist you on your life journey.
Are you interested in finding your life purpose? Sometimes not being on your life path may feel like you're treading water. Or perhaps, you feel depressed - a void inside that leaves you feeling hopeless and alone. If you're feeling anxious - you may be miserable with extreme panic attacks or the inability to focus on family and work. I help you learn skills to find the origins of these feelings, clear them and develop the life you dream of. This process is respectful of you and a partnership designed to assist you on your life journey.
(442) 253-2731 View (442) 253-2731
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Omar De La Cruz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069
Hi! My name is Omar de la Cruz, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I have an extensive amount of experiencing working with individuals having difficulties with substance use and mental health. I have worked with children, youth, and adults experiencing difficulties in different areas, such as anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship difficulties, and trauma. My goal is to meet clients where they are at and through my expertise be able to work on the therapeutic goals that individuals have.
Hi! My name is Omar de la Cruz, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I have an extensive amount of experiencing working with individuals having difficulties with substance use and mental health. I have worked with children, youth, and adults experiencing difficulties in different areas, such as anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship difficulties, and trauma. My goal is to meet clients where they are at and through my expertise be able to work on the therapeutic goals that individuals have.
(661) 370-2857 View (661) 370-2857
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Dr. Kathryn Tull
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
Every individual, couple or family deserves unique and personalized treatment.
" I wish we could communicate better " . " Why don't they listen to me?" . " I'm sick of feeling so bad!" If this sounds familiar, help is possible. You can shift your relationship. You can experience more clarity and connection. You can regain peace. Communication, effective personal functioning, self awareness, and connection in your relationships are my specialities. Compassionate, effective and personalized guidance can ignite effective communication skills, self awareness, conflict reduction, re-establishing harmony, connection, intimacy and respect, and being able to feel and manage your feelings. I invite you to call me and get acquainted.
Every individual, couple or family deserves unique and personalized treatment.
" I wish we could communicate better " . " Why don't they listen to me?" . " I'm sick of feeling so bad!" If this sounds familiar, help is possible. You can shift your relationship. You can experience more clarity and connection. You can regain peace. Communication, effective personal functioning, self awareness, and connection in your relationships are my specialities. Compassionate, effective and personalized guidance can ignite effective communication skills, self awareness, conflict reduction, re-establishing harmony, connection, intimacy and respect, and being able to feel and manage your feelings. I invite you to call me and get acquainted.
(424) 294-8848 View (424) 294-8848
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Michael Bean
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
Nice to meet you. I'm Michael Bean, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License MFC40911 My wife and I have raised 4 awesome kids (awesome adults now) & have learned to love each other & to love life despite a lot of challenges. My passion is helping people figure out how to live happily too. My clients are mostly older adolescents and adults who are struggling with grief and loss, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and difficult and complicated relationships.
Nice to meet you. I'm Michael Bean, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License MFC40911 My wife and I have raised 4 awesome kids (awesome adults now) & have learned to love each other & to love life despite a lot of challenges. My passion is helping people figure out how to live happily too. My clients are mostly older adolescents and adults who are struggling with grief and loss, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and difficult and complicated relationships.
(619) 937-2183 View (619) 937-2183
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Alyssa Gasca
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
My name is Alyssa Gasca and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) as well as an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) based in Riverside County, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have specialized in working with children and adolescents and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, attachment, and trauma using Client Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, and Trust-Based Relational Intervention. I typically work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, attachment difficulties, and trauma.
My name is Alyssa Gasca and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) as well as an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) based in Riverside County, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have specialized in working with children and adolescents and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, attachment, and trauma using Client Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, and Trust-Based Relational Intervention. I typically work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, attachment difficulties, and trauma.
(951) 221-9682 View (951) 221-9682
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Roya Bayat-Makoui
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069
My name is Roya Bayat-Makoui and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with an MBA degree. The majority of my psychotherapy experience has been at a trauma center with clients of all ages and cultural backgrounds. I also have years of experience with the forensic population in group and individual therapy settings using eclectic approaches to address PTSD, depression, anxiety, situational stress, loss and grief, and work and family difficulties. My approach to therapy is eclectic as everyone is different and their needs vary. Depending on the age and situation of my client.
My name is Roya Bayat-Makoui and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with an MBA degree. The majority of my psychotherapy experience has been at a trauma center with clients of all ages and cultural backgrounds. I also have years of experience with the forensic population in group and individual therapy settings using eclectic approaches to address PTSD, depression, anxiety, situational stress, loss and grief, and work and family difficulties. My approach to therapy is eclectic as everyone is different and their needs vary. Depending on the age and situation of my client.
(209) 989-1629 View (209) 989-1629
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.