Therapists in Powers, Colorado Springs, CO

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Shannon Harrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, RPTS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80917
I also provide grief therapy, addressing all types of loss: loss of a family member, a pet, a dream, a career, and including loss of a loved one to suicide.
Life is hard, for individuals, children and families. I have a Ph.D. in Social Work, and serve individuals, families, and children. I have served as a therapist for 29 years, am certified as an Advanced-Child, Youth, and Family Social Worker, and am a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor. There IS hope for healing and peace for you, your child, and your family. I look forward to serving you on your journey toward healing. www.therapycoloradosprings.com
I also provide grief therapy, addressing all types of loss: loss of a family member, a pet, a dream, a career, and including loss of a loved one to suicide.
Life is hard, for individuals, children and families. I have a Ph.D. in Social Work, and serve individuals, families, and children. I have served as a therapist for 29 years, am certified as an Advanced-Child, Youth, and Family Social Worker, and am a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor. There IS hope for healing and peace for you, your child, and your family. I look forward to serving you on your journey toward healing. www.therapycoloradosprings.com
(719) 356-5847 View (719) 356-5847
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KidStuff Child and Family Counseling, PC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Waitlist for new clients
Currently a waitlist in CO Springs. Hiring Soon! KidStuff Child & Family Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids, families and adults navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. LifeStuff, HardStuff, AdultStuff: whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, our therapists will collaborate with you to create a therapeutic experience to meet your needs. Our therapists are open and welcoming while supporting clients through their healing process. If you have Medicaid health insurance, commercial insurance, or are looking for a reasonably affordable cash-pay option, we have options for in-office and telehealth services.
Currently a waitlist in CO Springs. Hiring Soon! KidStuff Child & Family Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids, families and adults navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. LifeStuff, HardStuff, AdultStuff: whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, our therapists will collaborate with you to create a therapeutic experience to meet your needs. Our therapists are open and welcoming while supporting clients through their healing process. If you have Medicaid health insurance, commercial insurance, or are looking for a reasonably affordable cash-pay option, we have options for in-office and telehealth services.
(719) 394-9821 View (719) 394-9821
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James Cardinal
Registered Psychotherapist, MS, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80917
I work successfully with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, family conflicts, trauma and grief survivors.
Asking for help can be difficulty but this is a major step you have to take towards your recovery. I believe everyone should be listened to, respected and deserve a kind/compassionate therapist like myself that can help them as they struggle at some point in their lives. Counseling is a great resource to help an individual through the crisis, and can empower you to make changes in your relationships, personal and life decisions. I will strive to create an empowering therapeutic environment to help you achieve these goals. My overall goal is to give you the skills and tools needed to become the overall best version of you! Reach out!
I work successfully with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, family conflicts, trauma and grief survivors.
Asking for help can be difficulty but this is a major step you have to take towards your recovery. I believe everyone should be listened to, respected and deserve a kind/compassionate therapist like myself that can help them as they struggle at some point in their lives. Counseling is a great resource to help an individual through the crisis, and can empower you to make changes in your relationships, personal and life decisions. I will strive to create an empowering therapeutic environment to help you achieve these goals. My overall goal is to give you the skills and tools needed to become the overall best version of you! Reach out!
(719) 215-9165 View (719) 215-9165
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Shawntel Tucker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
I am a trained mediator, nurturing parenting provider, child and family investigator and EMDR provider.
It is my goal to help you set achievable goals, to find inner strength, and to overcome daily hurdles while working towards internal improvement and serenity. I work with individuals, couples, and families, in a encouraging and supportive manner, to assist with internal and relational conflicts, as well as co- parenting matters, and divorce issues. By looking at things from a different perspective, and helping you to trust that you know what you need, I will help you to setting and achieving your goals.
I am a trained mediator, nurturing parenting provider, child and family investigator and EMDR provider.
It is my goal to help you set achievable goals, to find inner strength, and to overcome daily hurdles while working towards internal improvement and serenity. I work with individuals, couples, and families, in a encouraging and supportive manner, to assist with internal and relational conflicts, as well as co- parenting matters, and divorce issues. By looking at things from a different perspective, and helping you to trust that you know what you need, I will help you to setting and achieving your goals.
(719) 497-0714 x13 View (719) 497-0714 x13
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Lori E. Hinze
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80918  (Online Only)
I believe in helping my clients to live an empowered life. I have been a therapist for over 16 years in Colorado and 6 years in North Dakota. My clients learn how to use coping skills, process their pain, how to be assertive, and how to have boundaries to improve their quality of life. I provide therapy for individuals who need assistance with the following issues: trauma, PTSD, sexual addiction, codependency, EMDR II, family of origin, inner child, fear of intimacy, individual, Neuro-emotional technique, and abuse. Offering tele-health only.
I believe in helping my clients to live an empowered life. I have been a therapist for over 16 years in Colorado and 6 years in North Dakota. My clients learn how to use coping skills, process their pain, how to be assertive, and how to have boundaries to improve their quality of life. I provide therapy for individuals who need assistance with the following issues: trauma, PTSD, sexual addiction, codependency, EMDR II, family of origin, inner child, fear of intimacy, individual, Neuro-emotional technique, and abuse. Offering tele-health only.
(719) 355-8110 View (719) 355-8110
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KidStuff Child and Family Counseling, P.C.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
KidStuff Child & Family Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids, families and adults navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. LifeStuff, HardStuff, AdultStuff: whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, our therapists will collaborate with you to create a therapeutic experience to meet your needs. Our therapists are open and welcoming while supporting clients through their healing process. If you have Medicaid health insurance, commercial insurance, or are looking for a reasonably affordable cash-pay option, we have options for in-office and telehealth services.
KidStuff Child & Family Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids, families and adults navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. LifeStuff, HardStuff, AdultStuff: whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, our therapists will collaborate with you to create a therapeutic experience to meet your needs. Our therapists are open and welcoming while supporting clients through their healing process. If you have Medicaid health insurance, commercial insurance, or are looking for a reasonably affordable cash-pay option, we have options for in-office and telehealth services.
(719) 394-9745 View (719) 394-9745
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Catalyst for Change Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
This is why we exist, which is to help others get the most out of their relationship either it be parent/child, couples, family, or just having difficulty dealing with teenage life.
Catalyst for Change Counseling provides counseling services for Adult, Teen, and all forms of relationship counseling such as marriage, divorce, couples, and premarital. Are you struggling through a relationship, or are you having difficulty moving on? We focus not on a diagnosis but rather care for our clients, this is the #1 reason we don't accept insurance. We provide evening and weekend sessions to help those clients with tough schedules. Our office is located in center of Colorado Springs with easy access although we offer in home services for couples and families
This is why we exist, which is to help others get the most out of their relationship either it be parent/child, couples, family, or just having difficulty dealing with teenage life.
Catalyst for Change Counseling provides counseling services for Adult, Teen, and all forms of relationship counseling such as marriage, divorce, couples, and premarital. Are you struggling through a relationship, or are you having difficulty moving on? We focus not on a diagnosis but rather care for our clients, this is the #1 reason we don't accept insurance. We provide evening and weekend sessions to help those clients with tough schedules. Our office is located in center of Colorado Springs with easy access although we offer in home services for couples and families
(719) 882-1752 View (719) 882-1752
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All Inclusive Counseling, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
We offer whole-brain researched co-parenting, step-parenting and blended family support to empower parents to responsively influence children or adolescents to change undesired behaviors or attitudes.
We enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families who mindfully explore value-driven goals. We welcome you to share your strengths and primary concerns and we develop a measurable solution-focused plan to effect maximized solid change speedily. We identify what can change and what needs acceptance and how to create both. We compassionately offer skills/techniques to reduce anxiety/stress, improve sleep, mood, communication, and resiliently function. We identify triggers, images, thoughts, emotions, sensations, and experiences that cause difficulties and process them to create an optimally healthy mind.
We offer whole-brain researched co-parenting, step-parenting and blended family support to empower parents to responsively influence children or adolescents to change undesired behaviors or attitudes.
We enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families who mindfully explore value-driven goals. We welcome you to share your strengths and primary concerns and we develop a measurable solution-focused plan to effect maximized solid change speedily. We identify what can change and what needs acceptance and how to create both. We compassionately offer skills/techniques to reduce anxiety/stress, improve sleep, mood, communication, and resiliently function. We identify triggers, images, thoughts, emotions, sensations, and experiences that cause difficulties and process them to create an optimally healthy mind.
(307) 242-1472 View (307) 242-1472
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Jose Ramon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a focus on helping clients rebuild, restructure and work through tough situations. I have a strong background in the natural sciences and philsophy and incorporate this experience into my clinical work and have found this to be a very effective approach in seeing clients effectively work through and resolve issues in their lives. I primarily focus on a cognitive behavioral therapy approach as it is an applied model to use as a template that describes the internal distress with specific methods to apply and reduce severity of those stressors.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a focus on helping clients rebuild, restructure and work through tough situations. I have a strong background in the natural sciences and philsophy and incorporate this experience into my clinical work and have found this to be a very effective approach in seeing clients effectively work through and resolve issues in their lives. I primarily focus on a cognitive behavioral therapy approach as it is an applied model to use as a template that describes the internal distress with specific methods to apply and reduce severity of those stressors.
(719) 212-1845 View (719) 212-1845
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Jill Riley
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, EMDR, IFS
Verified Verified
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80922  (Online Only)
You're probably looking for a therapist--right? You could be feeling confused, anxious, or overwhelmed; even scared, angry or depressed. Possibly you have relationship or addiction issues. Maybe you have been deployed by the military, experienced a significant loss, or have chronic pain. These concerns can be caused or aggravated by trauma. Perhaps, you have been traumatized by violence, an accident, sexual assault, or witnessed a death. I have 20+ years experience counseling people with these issues as well as expertise in trauma resolution. If you have any of these concerns, call me. We will probably make a good fit.
You're probably looking for a therapist--right? You could be feeling confused, anxious, or overwhelmed; even scared, angry or depressed. Possibly you have relationship or addiction issues. Maybe you have been deployed by the military, experienced a significant loss, or have chronic pain. These concerns can be caused or aggravated by trauma. Perhaps, you have been traumatized by violence, an accident, sexual assault, or witnessed a death. I have 20+ years experience counseling people with these issues as well as expertise in trauma resolution. If you have any of these concerns, call me. We will probably make a good fit.
(719) 453-1627 View (719) 453-1627
Kaye D Schoonover
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
I treat teens and adults with trauma, mood and anxiety disorders. I have been doing therapy for over 20 years in a variety of settings such as treatment centers, hospital settings and in a private practice office. I am trained in EMDR, CBT and I work regularly with physicians on medication management. I work to thoroughly evaluate and develop a treatment plan with goals to address your concerns. I strive to create a safe place for all. You can reach me at 719-266-1891 or click on my website to view my reviews and look at appointments available.
I treat teens and adults with trauma, mood and anxiety disorders. I have been doing therapy for over 20 years in a variety of settings such as treatment centers, hospital settings and in a private practice office. I am trained in EMDR, CBT and I work regularly with physicians on medication management. I work to thoroughly evaluate and develop a treatment plan with goals to address your concerns. I strive to create a safe place for all. You can reach me at 719-266-1891 or click on my website to view my reviews and look at appointments available.
(719) 323-6530 View (719) 323-6530
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Rosanne Morin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MCC, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Life is sometimes a struggle but you are not alone. Just by reading this, you have taken the most difficult step--reaching out. Whatever your struggle--a difficult relationship, loss or change, painful memories, or you're not sure--I can help. Are you feeling sad, angry, overwhelmed, or powerless? Perhaps low self-esteem, anxiety, addiction, depression, or fear block you from moving forward. My focus is to provide a safe place to be heard, understood, and supported. We will work together to find answers, direction, and peace. My own healing journey shapes my approach with compassion, empathy, and insights--all without judgment.
Life is sometimes a struggle but you are not alone. Just by reading this, you have taken the most difficult step--reaching out. Whatever your struggle--a difficult relationship, loss or change, painful memories, or you're not sure--I can help. Are you feeling sad, angry, overwhelmed, or powerless? Perhaps low self-esteem, anxiety, addiction, depression, or fear block you from moving forward. My focus is to provide a safe place to be heard, understood, and supported. We will work together to find answers, direction, and peace. My own healing journey shapes my approach with compassion, empathy, and insights--all without judgment.
(719) 766-7662 View (719) 766-7662
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Rose Mary Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, DCC
Verified Verified
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80917
I am a patient, insightful, and encouraging therapist with 20 years of experience in a variety of therapeutic settings. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I work with clients ages 16 years old up through the adult life span. Client issues I work with range from low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, OCD, couple's counseling (communication skill building), grief & loss, stress and anger management. As a cognitive/behavioral therapist, I thoroughly enjoy working with clients who have a wide variety of issues and concerns. Additionally, I am trained in life coaching and mediation.
I am a patient, insightful, and encouraging therapist with 20 years of experience in a variety of therapeutic settings. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I work with clients ages 16 years old up through the adult life span. Client issues I work with range from low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, OCD, couple's counseling (communication skill building), grief & loss, stress and anger management. As a cognitive/behavioral therapist, I thoroughly enjoy working with clients who have a wide variety of issues and concerns. Additionally, I am trained in life coaching and mediation.
(719) 355-8476 View (719) 355-8476
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James Reehten
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHC, CAP
Verified Verified
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
I have 26 years of experience working with children, teenagers, adults, couples and families. I'm experienced with abuse/neglect, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, anger management, bipolar, Intellectual/Developmental disabilities, LGBTQ and many more mental health issues. Everyone needs someone to talk with sometime. I'm down to earth and laid back but I know what I'm doing. I'm excited to get to meet with you and see if we are a good fit.
I have 26 years of experience working with children, teenagers, adults, couples and families. I'm experienced with abuse/neglect, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, anger management, bipolar, Intellectual/Developmental disabilities, LGBTQ and many more mental health issues. Everyone needs someone to talk with sometime. I'm down to earth and laid back but I know what I'm doing. I'm excited to get to meet with you and see if we are a good fit.
(719) 419-8262 View (719) 419-8262
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Christina Sepulveda
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
I have been in the field for 20 years and would love to hear your story and work with you to find a solution to your life challenges. I work with clients that have experienced childhood trauma to include sexual abuse and witnessing domestic violence, difficult life changes, cutting, suicidal tendencies, marital issues, relationship issues and more. I also work with children that have ADHD, and behavior issues.
I have been in the field for 20 years and would love to hear your story and work with you to find a solution to your life challenges. I work with clients that have experienced childhood trauma to include sexual abuse and witnessing domestic violence, difficult life changes, cutting, suicidal tendencies, marital issues, relationship issues and more. I also work with children that have ADHD, and behavior issues.
(719) 419-9327 View (719) 419-9327
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Theresa McKeel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80918  (Online Only)
Do you feel stuck but can’t quite navigate where to go from here? Haven’t been feeling like yourself lately? Could you use some extra support while going through a challenging situation? Are you a couple in need of strengthening your communication skills or could use some guidance in resolving conflict? Perhaps you’re going through the motions in your relationship or have concerns that the marriage won’t last? Or maybe you’re about to say “I do” and would like to establish a healthy foundation? I would like to partner with you to provide support and tools to help you overcome these obstacles.
Do you feel stuck but can’t quite navigate where to go from here? Haven’t been feeling like yourself lately? Could you use some extra support while going through a challenging situation? Are you a couple in need of strengthening your communication skills or could use some guidance in resolving conflict? Perhaps you’re going through the motions in your relationship or have concerns that the marriage won’t last? Or maybe you’re about to say “I do” and would like to establish a healthy foundation? I would like to partner with you to provide support and tools to help you overcome these obstacles.
(281) 697-5659 View (281) 697-5659
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Gene' J Henderson
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LAC, MAC, SAP
Verified Verified
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80922
Gené has a remarkable sum of over 30 years of experience in the substance abuse and mental health fields. Mrs. Henderson participated, prepared, and supervised the development of drug and alcohol policies throughout the State of Colorado. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Science and a Masters Degree of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from the Emporia State University and a Masters of Art from North Central University. She is also a National Certified Addiction Counselor II (NCAC II), a State Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC), and a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). Her specialty is chemical dependency.
Gené has a remarkable sum of over 30 years of experience in the substance abuse and mental health fields. Mrs. Henderson participated, prepared, and supervised the development of drug and alcohol policies throughout the State of Colorado. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Science and a Masters Degree of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from the Emporia State University and a Masters of Art from North Central University. She is also a National Certified Addiction Counselor II (NCAC II), a State Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC), and a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). Her specialty is chemical dependency.
(719) 722-3731 View (719) 722-3731
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Colleen Rodriguez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
The desire I have for my clients is for them to thrive instead of just surviving. Starting a counseling journey is a courageous and important step towards thriving. My goal is to walk along side my clients inside a safe, trusting, and collaborative relationship. I have an integrative approach to therapy which is focused on what my client needs in order to come to a long-term place of healing. In this counseling space, you have the opportunity to process past trauma, deal with anxiety, combat depression, and handle life's day to day struggles. The space I create is accepting and void of judgement.
The desire I have for my clients is for them to thrive instead of just surviving. Starting a counseling journey is a courageous and important step towards thriving. My goal is to walk along side my clients inside a safe, trusting, and collaborative relationship. I have an integrative approach to therapy which is focused on what my client needs in order to come to a long-term place of healing. In this counseling space, you have the opportunity to process past trauma, deal with anxiety, combat depression, and handle life's day to day struggles. The space I create is accepting and void of judgement.
(719) 624-0539 View (719) 624-0539
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Tori Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80917  (Online Only)
Victoria (Tori) Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a well-rounded clinical background and 3 years of experience in mental health. She started in Arizona as a career counselor, then moved to Colorado and began working in individual therapy. Tori specialties include anxiety, depression, ADHD, military backgrounds, LGBTQ+, trauma, crisis prevention, and more. She works with kids ranging from 9-17 years old as well as adults ranging from 18-65 years old. Tori graduated with her Master of Psychology with an emphasis on Clinical and Counseling in 2018 from New Mexico Highlands University.
Victoria (Tori) Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a well-rounded clinical background and 3 years of experience in mental health. She started in Arizona as a career counselor, then moved to Colorado and began working in individual therapy. Tori specialties include anxiety, depression, ADHD, military backgrounds, LGBTQ+, trauma, crisis prevention, and more. She works with kids ranging from 9-17 years old as well as adults ranging from 18-65 years old. Tori graduated with her Master of Psychology with an emphasis on Clinical and Counseling in 2018 from New Mexico Highlands University.
(719) 624-4403 View (719) 624-4403
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Hilary B Spartz
Counselor, MA, LPC, CTRTC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Powers, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Not accepting new clients
Is what you keep doing getting you the same old results? Are you ready to make changes in your life that will lead to more satisfying and connected experiences and relationships? I am passionate about helping people evaluate their own lives and create ways to have compassionate, satisfying and whole-hearted experiences. Whether you are seeking individual therapy for yourself or your adolescent, you've made an important and often difficult first step. If you need a listening ear, a different perspective, psychoeducation or some new skills, it is my privilege to join you on your journey.
Is what you keep doing getting you the same old results? Are you ready to make changes in your life that will lead to more satisfying and connected experiences and relationships? I am passionate about helping people evaluate their own lives and create ways to have compassionate, satisfying and whole-hearted experiences. Whether you are seeking individual therapy for yourself or your adolescent, you've made an important and often difficult first step. If you need a listening ear, a different perspective, psychoeducation or some new skills, it is my privilege to join you on your journey.
(719) 225-2712 View (719) 225-2712

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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.