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Kimberly S Benson
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CAP, CCTP, QS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34236
It is my goal and priority to provide an environment that enhances growth and change within your life. I believe in assisting people in attaining resolution with their past and working towards a healthier present and future. Helping others grow through pain and attain a new healthy way of living is my personal and professional passion. I offer Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, & Couples Counseling. In addition to these treatment modalities I also provide expressive art therapy with children, adolescents and adults upon request. I facilitate Supervision for Mental Health Counselors seeking licensure in the state of Florida.
It is my goal and priority to provide an environment that enhances growth and change within your life. I believe in assisting people in attaining resolution with their past and working towards a healthier present and future. Helping others grow through pain and attain a new healthy way of living is my personal and professional passion. I offer Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, & Couples Counseling. In addition to these treatment modalities I also provide expressive art therapy with children, adolescents and adults upon request. I facilitate Supervision for Mental Health Counselors seeking licensure in the state of Florida.
(941) 564-9973 View (941) 564-9973
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Behavioral Teaching Solutions LLC
BCBA, LBA, QBA
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34236  (Online Only)
I work collaboratively with the family to create a more consistent and effective implementation.
As a licensed and certified behavioral health consultant, I'm here to support you on your journey to improved productivity and overall well-being. Living with intellectual disabilities or behavioral health issues can be challenging, but you're not alone. My compassionate approach to counseling focuses on meeting your unique needs and preferences. Together, we'll develop a personalized behavioral plan to support you in reaching your goals and improving your daily life. My ultimate goal is to empower and support you in achieving your best possible life. Let's work together in a safe and supportive space to achieve this shared goal.
I work collaboratively with the family to create a more consistent and effective implementation.
As a licensed and certified behavioral health consultant, I'm here to support you on your journey to improved productivity and overall well-being. Living with intellectual disabilities or behavioral health issues can be challenging, but you're not alone. My compassionate approach to counseling focuses on meeting your unique needs and preferences. Together, we'll develop a personalized behavioral plan to support you in reaching your goals and improving your daily life. My ultimate goal is to empower and support you in achieving your best possible life. Let's work together in a safe and supportive space to achieve this shared goal.
(941) 267-0439 View (941) 267-0439
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Spencer Thorpe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RBT
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34233
Hello, my name is Spencer Thorpe and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Registered Behavior Technician. I have received my undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Tampa, and my Master of Social Work from the University of South Florida. I have a mastery of assessment through behavioral observation as well as systems theory. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral, Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, Solutions Focused and Family Systems interventions. I rely on evidenced based techniques to maximize effectiveness of therapy. I strive to improve quality of life for my clients and families.
Hello, my name is Spencer Thorpe and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Registered Behavior Technician. I have received my undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Tampa, and my Master of Social Work from the University of South Florida. I have a mastery of assessment through behavioral observation as well as systems theory. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral, Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, Solutions Focused and Family Systems interventions. I rely on evidenced based techniques to maximize effectiveness of therapy. I strive to improve quality of life for my clients and families.
(941) 300-5495 View (941) 300-5495
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Nancy Baird
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34237
While I specialize in issues related to children and adolescents, my training has also prepared me to work with adults, both individually or in couples/family treatment. I have also provided services to the geriatric population for the past 7 years.
While I specialize in issues related to children and adolescents, my training has also prepared me to work with adults, both individually or in couples/family treatment. I have also provided services to the geriatric population for the past 7 years.
(941) 241-3371 View (941) 241-3371
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Melissa Lavin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34231
The journey of one's life can be thrown off course by unexpected changes, trauma, grief, life/family transitions, and emotional struggles. I am dedicated in creating a safe place for individuals and families to understand themselves better and explore these life challenges. Everyone needs to feel understood and accepted at some point in their lives. My goal is to recognize each person's individual needs and help create a path to a more fulfilling life. I am committed to providing holistic, inclusive, and personalized interventions that are effective in getting you back to your complete self.
The journey of one's life can be thrown off course by unexpected changes, trauma, grief, life/family transitions, and emotional struggles. I am dedicated in creating a safe place for individuals and families to understand themselves better and explore these life challenges. Everyone needs to feel understood and accepted at some point in their lives. My goal is to recognize each person's individual needs and help create a path to a more fulfilling life. I am committed to providing holistic, inclusive, and personalized interventions that are effective in getting you back to your complete self.
(941) 271-9912 View (941) 271-9912
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A.C.T. Mental Health Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34240
I specialize in working with individuals who need help with anxiety, grief, depression, marriage counseling, anger-management, trauma, family, parent/child and interpersonal relationships as well as adjustment issues.
Hi, i’m Shea. I am a client-centered therapist with an empathetic, accepting and supportive approach to life and therapy. My focus is first building a trusting relationship with clients so they can feel safe and comfortable opening up about their struggles. I apply a caring and compassionate approach to each session that encourages clients through the use of ACT(Acceptance and Commitment), Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Motivational Interviewing therapy techniques to help patients create and achieve their goals.
I specialize in working with individuals who need help with anxiety, grief, depression, marriage counseling, anger-management, trauma, family, parent/child and interpersonal relationships as well as adjustment issues.
Hi, i’m Shea. I am a client-centered therapist with an empathetic, accepting and supportive approach to life and therapy. My focus is first building a trusting relationship with clients so they can feel safe and comfortable opening up about their struggles. I apply a caring and compassionate approach to each session that encourages clients through the use of ACT(Acceptance and Commitment), Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Motivational Interviewing therapy techniques to help patients create and achieve their goals.
(941) 229-1811 View (941) 229-1811
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Tonine E Garberino
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34233
I am also certified in Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy and utilize a variety of approaches including but not limited to: cognitive behavioral therapy, solutions focused therapy, family systems theory.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with many years of experience. I have worked with adults, children and adolescents in several venues. My goal is to meet people where they are and bring them along their journey to attain their desired outcome.
I am also certified in Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy and utilize a variety of approaches including but not limited to: cognitive behavioral therapy, solutions focused therapy, family systems theory.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with many years of experience. I have worked with adults, children and adolescents in several venues. My goal is to meet people where they are and bring them along their journey to attain their desired outcome.
(941) 877-6798 View (941) 877-6798
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Taryn Darley
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34231
Welcome! I specialize in providing therapeutic support to children and adolescents as they navigate the ups and downs of growing up. My approach is all about creating a safe, nurturing, and playful environment where kids can express themselves freely and explore their thoughts and feelings. As a child therapist, I understand the unique challenges that young people face today. Whether it's coping with big emotions, navigating friendships, or dealing with family changes, I'm here to help.
Welcome! I specialize in providing therapeutic support to children and adolescents as they navigate the ups and downs of growing up. My approach is all about creating a safe, nurturing, and playful environment where kids can express themselves freely and explore their thoughts and feelings. As a child therapist, I understand the unique challenges that young people face today. Whether it's coping with big emotions, navigating friendships, or dealing with family changes, I'm here to help.
(941) 347-0846 View (941) 347-0846
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Anne K Glowacki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34237  (Online Only)
Current social interactions, family dynamics, & personality characteristics may be explored in sessions together, along with past & present life experiences.
Welcome and thank you for visiting and taking the first step to personal well-being. People seek out psychotherapy for many reasons. My focus is to help identify what is most important to you in your life that you wish to strengthen and express more fully, even if you are facing difficulties right now. What may appear as obstacles at first can merely be stepping-stones to your deepest fulfillment. I welcome the opportunity to take part of that journey with you in a confidential environment committed to sensitivity and compassion with proven strategies that motivate and encourage continued success.
Current social interactions, family dynamics, & personality characteristics may be explored in sessions together, along with past & present life experiences.
Welcome and thank you for visiting and taking the first step to personal well-being. People seek out psychotherapy for many reasons. My focus is to help identify what is most important to you in your life that you wish to strengthen and express more fully, even if you are facing difficulties right now. What may appear as obstacles at first can merely be stepping-stones to your deepest fulfillment. I welcome the opportunity to take part of that journey with you in a confidential environment committed to sensitivity and compassion with proven strategies that motivate and encourage continued success.
(941) 219-3481 View (941) 219-3481
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Reflections Counseling & Coaching
MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34240
At Reflections, we love helping people to find peace and joy again, and to experience their personal, family, and financial dreams coming true as well. We help our clients to deal with problematic thoughts and behaviors and life stress in general also. We work from a Christian framework and we "dig" only as deeply as needed to correct the problem(s). Our coaches specifically focus on meeting your goals for a promising future! In addition to our in-person work, we also offer online courses that individuals can take in the privacy of their own home!
At Reflections, we love helping people to find peace and joy again, and to experience their personal, family, and financial dreams coming true as well. We help our clients to deal with problematic thoughts and behaviors and life stress in general also. We work from a Christian framework and we "dig" only as deeply as needed to correct the problem(s). Our coaches specifically focus on meeting your goals for a promising future! In addition to our in-person work, we also offer online courses that individuals can take in the privacy of their own home!
(941) 254-2624 View (941) 254-2624
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West Coast Behavioral Therapy
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CAP, ICADC, C-PD
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34231
The purpose of therapy is for the therapist to understand the individual person or family as a whole entity that may be separate from their presenting symptoms.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Addiction Professional with offices in Sarasota and New Port Richey. My experience involves substance abuse, mood disorders, co-occurring disorders and anxiety disorders as well as guiding people to reduce stress and living a more fulfilling way of life. I attended school in Sarasota in the 1950's and early 1960's, enlisting in the United States Marine Corps from 1966 to 1970. I was in business in Sarasota until entering the mental health field in 1999 enrolling in Argosy/Sarasota In 2001 receiving a Master's in Mental Health Counseling in 2005.
The purpose of therapy is for the therapist to understand the individual person or family as a whole entity that may be separate from their presenting symptoms.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Addiction Professional with offices in Sarasota and New Port Richey. My experience involves substance abuse, mood disorders, co-occurring disorders and anxiety disorders as well as guiding people to reduce stress and living a more fulfilling way of life. I attended school in Sarasota in the 1950's and early 1960's, enlisting in the United States Marine Corps from 1966 to 1970. I was in business in Sarasota until entering the mental health field in 1999 enrolling in Argosy/Sarasota In 2001 receiving a Master's in Mental Health Counseling in 2005.
(941) 231-7880 View (941) 231-7880
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Serenity Counseling LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34236
I work with children, adolescents, families, adults and seniors through individual, family, couples and marital counseling. I work with clients who have been abused, traumatized, neglected and are struggling and attempting to cope with issues of depression, anxiety, ADHD, separation anxiety, anger management, co-dependence, adolescence, preparing and moving to college, family stressors and dynamics, parenting, divorce, co-parenting, school issues, employment issues, job loss, retirement, grief, and alienation.
I work with children, adolescents, families, adults and seniors through individual, family, couples and marital counseling. I work with clients who have been abused, traumatized, neglected and are struggling and attempting to cope with issues of depression, anxiety, ADHD, separation anxiety, anger management, co-dependence, adolescence, preparing and moving to college, family stressors and dynamics, parenting, divorce, co-parenting, school issues, employment issues, job loss, retirement, grief, and alienation.
(941) 231-5012 View (941) 231-5012
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Victoria Guenther
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34239
I offer supportive, client centered and strength based psychotherapy, and invite you to engage in authentic and intuitive exchange in our work together. If you or a family member struggle with addiction, or the depression, trauma, co-dependency, anxiety that accompany it, I can help you into a more satisfying life with mindfulness, empowering your innate strengths and coping skills. Experienced with co-occurring disorders, I can help you find the best treatment combination for you.
I offer supportive, client centered and strength based psychotherapy, and invite you to engage in authentic and intuitive exchange in our work together. If you or a family member struggle with addiction, or the depression, trauma, co-dependency, anxiety that accompany it, I can help you into a more satisfying life with mindfulness, empowering your innate strengths and coping skills. Experienced with co-occurring disorders, I can help you find the best treatment combination for you.
(469) 773-6024 View (469) 773-6024
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Belle Heneberger
Counselor, RN, MEd, LMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34239
Issues often addressed with clients include assertive communication, anxiety, depression, anger management, stress, self-esteem, parenting, couples/family conflict and child behavioral problems.
Eliminate conflict, anxiety and depression more quickly when you engage your subconscious mind in the process of positive and rapid change. Activate new ways of thinking and coping to get more of what you want in life! Learn how previous experiences have influenced your choices until now, and begin to make the changes you want immediately. My approach is caring and supportive. As you clarify your goals and move towards attaining them, you will become more aware of your own strengths and options moving forward.
Issues often addressed with clients include assertive communication, anxiety, depression, anger management, stress, self-esteem, parenting, couples/family conflict and child behavioral problems.
Eliminate conflict, anxiety and depression more quickly when you engage your subconscious mind in the process of positive and rapid change. Activate new ways of thinking and coping to get more of what you want in life! Learn how previous experiences have influenced your choices until now, and begin to make the changes you want immediately. My approach is caring and supportive. As you clarify your goals and move towards attaining them, you will become more aware of your own strengths and options moving forward.
(941) 479-0968 View (941) 479-0968
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Bruce A Robertson
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34237
Besides working with clients daily, I teach and train psychotherapists and Marriage and Family therapists.
For 36 years I have worked as a psychotherapist to help individuals, couples and families find their way to a healthy, satisfying and happy life. I create a supportive, caring and empathetic environment to help you work through the difficulties you face. We not only talk about what you are struggling with, but we will find ways to have a deeper understanding of the patterns of behavior that have gotten in the way of you finding useful and creative solutions. I provide various forms of TeleHealth Therapy with FaceTime, Zoom or Phone sessions.
Besides working with clients daily, I teach and train psychotherapists and Marriage and Family therapists.
For 36 years I have worked as a psychotherapist to help individuals, couples and families find their way to a healthy, satisfying and happy life. I create a supportive, caring and empathetic environment to help you work through the difficulties you face. We not only talk about what you are struggling with, but we will find ways to have a deeper understanding of the patterns of behavior that have gotten in the way of you finding useful and creative solutions. I provide various forms of TeleHealth Therapy with FaceTime, Zoom or Phone sessions.
(941) 809-0229 View (941) 809-0229
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Bette Rabbitt
Counselor, LMHC , LPCC
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34233
Time for a Mental Health Checkup? Life can be difficult with obstacles to overcome. Adverse experiences from childhood & adolescence affecting your current functioning? Unprocessed trauma & fear of the future and depression repressed? Relationship challenges in need of improvement? Family dynamics unhealthy! Have you invested in your Higher Self as a priority? Negative self talk? Self destructive behavior. Substance use disorders.? The Good News- You are capable of change! Use my personal & professional experience of overcoming numerous challenging & traumatic events to reach mental, emotional & behavior balance. Pick up the tools!
Time for a Mental Health Checkup? Life can be difficult with obstacles to overcome. Adverse experiences from childhood & adolescence affecting your current functioning? Unprocessed trauma & fear of the future and depression repressed? Relationship challenges in need of improvement? Family dynamics unhealthy! Have you invested in your Higher Self as a priority? Negative self talk? Self destructive behavior. Substance use disorders.? The Good News- You are capable of change! Use my personal & professional experience of overcoming numerous challenging & traumatic events to reach mental, emotional & behavior balance. Pick up the tools!
(941) 213-5279 View (941) 213-5279
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Dr. Sharon Diane Forrest
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, MBA, BA, LMFT, PCC
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34236
As a Pastoral Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, there is no judgement, only restoration using Christian principles to provide new tools to create a happier healthier you.
Are you overwhelmed by depression, guilt, anger, fear, alcoholism, drug addition, grief, or heartbreak and feel out of control of your life or relationships? My practice focuses on the individual, family, and marriage in a Christ-centered counseling setting. With a Doctorate in Education-Pastoral Counseling/ MBA in Business, I provide a unique form of therapy addressing your spiritual and professional needs collectively. I seek to assist you in re-shaping the circumstances that have temporarily gotten you off track. You may have experienced a setback but working together we can make this a SET UP for something GREAT!
As a Pastoral Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, there is no judgement, only restoration using Christian principles to provide new tools to create a happier healthier you.
Are you overwhelmed by depression, guilt, anger, fear, alcoholism, drug addition, grief, or heartbreak and feel out of control of your life or relationships? My practice focuses on the individual, family, and marriage in a Christ-centered counseling setting. With a Doctorate in Education-Pastoral Counseling/ MBA in Business, I provide a unique form of therapy addressing your spiritual and professional needs collectively. I seek to assist you in re-shaping the circumstances that have temporarily gotten you off track. You may have experienced a setback but working together we can make this a SET UP for something GREAT!
(941) 803-1243 View (941) 803-1243
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Audrey Oxenhorn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34235
Often we resent this sensitivity since it makes us feel and look differently from our family and friends but when channeled correctly it is a great source of information and creativity.
As a holistic practitioner, who is also a psychotherapist, artist, healer and grandmother, I offer children and their families practical life changing tools and knowledge to meet everyday challenges. Children and adolescents are living a completely different childhood than we did and it is helpful to get a skilled and intuitive perpsective about these shifts. Some of the tools that I offer include: Mindfulness for kids and adolescents, Tapping or Emotional Freedom Techniques, Creative Arts, Hypnotherapy and Personalized Meditations.
Often we resent this sensitivity since it makes us feel and look differently from our family and friends but when channeled correctly it is a great source of information and creativity.
As a holistic practitioner, who is also a psychotherapist, artist, healer and grandmother, I offer children and their families practical life changing tools and knowledge to meet everyday challenges. Children and adolescents are living a completely different childhood than we did and it is helpful to get a skilled and intuitive perpsective about these shifts. Some of the tools that I offer include: Mindfulness for kids and adolescents, Tapping or Emotional Freedom Techniques, Creative Arts, Hypnotherapy and Personalized Meditations.
(941) 271-0240 View (941) 271-0240
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Taylor Southland
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34233
Taylor is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern in the state of Florida and is being supervised by Lauren Mauck, LMFT,CSAT, QS. She recently graduated with her Master's in Marriage, Couple's, and Family Counseling from Regent University. Taylor is passionate about working with teenagers, young adults, and women through relational and family issues, especially when a loved one exhibits tendencies of narcissistic or borderline personality disorder. Taylor is beginning her Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) training in January 2022 to specialize in betrayal trauma and female sex and love addiction.
Taylor is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern in the state of Florida and is being supervised by Lauren Mauck, LMFT,CSAT, QS. She recently graduated with her Master's in Marriage, Couple's, and Family Counseling from Regent University. Taylor is passionate about working with teenagers, young adults, and women through relational and family issues, especially when a loved one exhibits tendencies of narcissistic or borderline personality disorder. Taylor is beginning her Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) training in January 2022 to specialize in betrayal trauma and female sex and love addiction.
(941) 347-0190 View (941) 347-0190
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Sheila D Gingerich Stiles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, SOTS
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34231
Hi, i am Sheila D Gingerich Stiles, LCSW in Sarasota, Florida. Do you feel overwhelmed with life? Are relationship and family issues causing you stress? Has divorce left you feeling alone and questioning who you are and what role you now play? Do you want to feel more connected with others, increase your communication skills and gain a sense of more control of your life? As a clinical, licensed psychotherapist with 12 years of experience working with trauma survivors, I look forward to helping you transform your life and relationships into healthy, safe and fulfilling experiences.
Hi, i am Sheila D Gingerich Stiles, LCSW in Sarasota, Florida. Do you feel overwhelmed with life? Are relationship and family issues causing you stress? Has divorce left you feeling alone and questioning who you are and what role you now play? Do you want to feel more connected with others, increase your communication skills and gain a sense of more control of your life? As a clinical, licensed psychotherapist with 12 years of experience working with trauma survivors, I look forward to helping you transform your life and relationships into healthy, safe and fulfilling experiences.
(941) 241-2952 View (941) 241-2952
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.