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Elizabeth Snelgrove Arauz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30064
I help my patients gain coping skills, psycho-education, transparency regarding legislation affecting care, family support, referrals/resources using The Gender Affirmation Mod.
I work with children to adults struggling with a range of mental health diagnoses, including, depression (with or without suicidal ideation), anxiety, ADHD, Bi-Polar Disorder, neurological disorders, gender dysphoria, etc. Together, with your commitment to treatment and a solid therapeutic relationship, we can identify your goals and utilize your personal strengths to build a realistic treatment plan to reach your goals and be your best self.
I help my patients gain coping skills, psycho-education, transparency regarding legislation affecting care, family support, referrals/resources using The Gender Affirmation Mod.
I work with children to adults struggling with a range of mental health diagnoses, including, depression (with or without suicidal ideation), anxiety, ADHD, Bi-Polar Disorder, neurological disorders, gender dysphoria, etc. Together, with your commitment to treatment and a solid therapeutic relationship, we can identify your goals and utilize your personal strengths to build a realistic treatment plan to reach your goals and be your best self.
(770) 691-5423 View (770) 691-5423
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Attento Counseling Practice
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
Our approach to therapy is dynamic and we specialize in a variety of issues including, ADHD, Anger Management, Bipolar Disorder, Coping Skills, Dual Diagnosis, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Coaching, Marital & Premarital, Men's Issues, Peer Relationships, Transgender, Trauma & PTSD, and Women's Issues.
*Request an Appointment Here https://attentocounseling.com/request-an-appointment/ *Attento Counseling is an outpatient behavioral health provider with 3 locations and over 60 licensed clinicians in the north Atlanta metro area (Marietta, Cumming, and Kennesaw). We also offer an affordable, accessible sliding-scale option for clients in need through our Mental Wellness & Emotional Learning program. Visit mwel.net for more information.
Our approach to therapy is dynamic and we specialize in a variety of issues including, ADHD, Anger Management, Bipolar Disorder, Coping Skills, Dual Diagnosis, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Coaching, Marital & Premarital, Men's Issues, Peer Relationships, Transgender, Trauma & PTSD, and Women's Issues.
*Request an Appointment Here https://attentocounseling.com/request-an-appointment/ *Attento Counseling is an outpatient behavioral health provider with 3 locations and over 60 licensed clinicians in the north Atlanta metro area (Marietta, Cumming, and Kennesaw). We also offer an affordable, accessible sliding-scale option for clients in need through our Mental Wellness & Emotional Learning program. Visit mwel.net for more information.
(404) 383-6944 View (404) 383-6944
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Kristen Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MAPC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30060
Life can present many challenges. Some can be years of trauma, some painful grief, and others are transitions, such as losing a career, lifestyle change, loss of a friend or family member or an identity crisis. While those challenges can seem daunting, there is hope for enjoyment and vitality on the other side of those circumstances. Get a bird's eye view, full of nurture and support, while being challenged to go outside of your comfort zone and to experience life without the pain. Get past your hurt and hindrances, and gain emotional freedom, healthy relationships and peace of mind.
Life can present many challenges. Some can be years of trauma, some painful grief, and others are transitions, such as losing a career, lifestyle change, loss of a friend or family member or an identity crisis. While those challenges can seem daunting, there is hope for enjoyment and vitality on the other side of those circumstances. Get a bird's eye view, full of nurture and support, while being challenged to go outside of your comfort zone and to experience life without the pain. Get past your hurt and hindrances, and gain emotional freedom, healthy relationships and peace of mind.
(404) 609-0475 View (404) 609-0475
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Susan Kerley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, NCC, BC-TMH, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30066
Please reach out if you’re wondering if working together will help you, your child, or your family.
Hi there! I am a Registered Play Therapist (and Supervisor) and Clinical Supervisor. I still love to work with clients. Ages 2 and up. All behavior has a purpose. I work with you to help discover that purpose, which is often emotional. This applies to all ages. I’m happy to talk with you more. To register as a new client and schedule appointments online, please visit my online portal at mariettacounseling.secure-client-area.com. Thank you!
Please reach out if you’re wondering if working together will help you, your child, or your family.
Hi there! I am a Registered Play Therapist (and Supervisor) and Clinical Supervisor. I still love to work with clients. Ages 2 and up. All behavior has a purpose. I work with you to help discover that purpose, which is often emotional. This applies to all ages. I’m happy to talk with you more. To register as a new client and schedule appointments online, please visit my online portal at mariettacounseling.secure-client-area.com. Thank you!
(770) 285-5760 x4 View (770) 285-5760 x4
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Darlene Nielsen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MFT, CC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062
I also do family counseling, couple's counseling, victim counseling, and work with those struggling with anger or substance abuse.
I love my job as a therapist & working with my clients! You will find a great listener in me. I will help you, your children, & or teens (English or Spanish speaking) look for solutions, teach you skills & techniques using DBT, SFBT, & other therapies. With children &/or teens, I use toys and games if needed. If you are religious, we will integrate your beliefs into the sessions. In addition to working full-time at Bethany Christian Services, I see clients virtually or in person with Road to Recovery in East Marietta (770-437-0050) & in Decatur, off of Chamblee Tucker & 285 (770-220-2885)
I also do family counseling, couple's counseling, victim counseling, and work with those struggling with anger or substance abuse.
I love my job as a therapist & working with my clients! You will find a great listener in me. I will help you, your children, & or teens (English or Spanish speaking) look for solutions, teach you skills & techniques using DBT, SFBT, & other therapies. With children &/or teens, I use toys and games if needed. If you are religious, we will integrate your beliefs into the sessions. In addition to working full-time at Bethany Christian Services, I see clients virtually or in person with Road to Recovery in East Marietta (770-437-0050) & in Decatur, off of Chamblee Tucker & 285 (770-220-2885)
(678) 335-6701 View (678) 335-6701
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Counseling Services of Atlanta
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30064
Counseling Services of Atlanta offers individual, couples, and family therapy. We offer therapy and counseling services for both adults and children of all ages including video sessions. We now have 4 male therapists and 20 female therapists! We can treat a wide variety of mental health concerns and sessions are available by phone if needed. We are centrally located to provide services for Marietta, East Cobb, West Cobb, Smyrna, Vinings, Kennesaw, Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, Dallas, Douglasville, Hiram, Acworth, Atlanta, Peachtree Corners, Lawrenceville, Alpharetta, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Duluth, and Tucker areas.
Counseling Services of Atlanta offers individual, couples, and family therapy. We offer therapy and counseling services for both adults and children of all ages including video sessions. We now have 4 male therapists and 20 female therapists! We can treat a wide variety of mental health concerns and sessions are available by phone if needed. We are centrally located to provide services for Marietta, East Cobb, West Cobb, Smyrna, Vinings, Kennesaw, Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, Dallas, Douglasville, Hiram, Acworth, Atlanta, Peachtree Corners, Lawrenceville, Alpharetta, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Duluth, and Tucker areas.
(678) 394-3719 View (678) 394-3719
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Counseling Innovations
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S, CPCS, CHT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30060
As a licensed professional counselor, my goal is to help individuals, couples, and families identify areas where change is needed to enhance growth, harmony, and balance in their lives. I take a holistic approach to therapy by incorporating a variety of therapeutic modalities into my practice including CBT, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Imago Therapy, DBT, Mindfulness Based Therapy (i.e., meditation, guided imagery, deep breathing), Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Hypnotherapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, and Animal Assisted Therapy.
As a licensed professional counselor, my goal is to help individuals, couples, and families identify areas where change is needed to enhance growth, harmony, and balance in their lives. I take a holistic approach to therapy by incorporating a variety of therapeutic modalities into my practice including CBT, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Imago Therapy, DBT, Mindfulness Based Therapy (i.e., meditation, guided imagery, deep breathing), Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Hypnotherapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, and Animal Assisted Therapy.
(678) 919-1077 View (678) 919-1077
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Randa Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
I believe that therapy is a collaborative effort and look forward to working with you, your child, and your family to reach your goals and to create positive and healthy relationships.
Hello there. My name is Randa Adams and I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for fifteen years. When I began providing therapy, I worked with children and families who had been victims of sexual abuse, rape, and/or domestic violence. I then spent several years working exclusively with adults with schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, and bi-polar disorder. I have been a consultant for the United States Air Force working with the military community and their families and have collaborated with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) providing crisis counseling for people affected by natural disasters.
I believe that therapy is a collaborative effort and look forward to working with you, your child, and your family to reach your goals and to create positive and healthy relationships.
Hello there. My name is Randa Adams and I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for fifteen years. When I began providing therapy, I worked with children and families who had been victims of sexual abuse, rape, and/or domestic violence. I then spent several years working exclusively with adults with schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, and bi-polar disorder. I have been a consultant for the United States Air Force working with the military community and their families and have collaborated with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) providing crisis counseling for people affected by natural disasters.
(678) 990-9006 View (678) 990-9006
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The Atlanta Behavioral Clinic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062
The Atlanta Behavioral Clinic specializes in working with young children and their families and caregivers, with some services beginning before 1 year old. Our approach is comprehensive. Our practice typically centers around working with clients and families to improve a child's behaviors using Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), however, we also assist with Autism evaluations, offer play therapy, TF-CBT, family counseling, parent and caregiver coaching, support groups, and other services.
The Atlanta Behavioral Clinic specializes in working with young children and their families and caregivers, with some services beginning before 1 year old. Our approach is comprehensive. Our practice typically centers around working with clients and families to improve a child's behaviors using Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), however, we also assist with Autism evaluations, offer play therapy, TF-CBT, family counseling, parent and caregiver coaching, support groups, and other services.
(678) 737-4685 View (678) 737-4685
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Chandra J Blakely
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30064
Hello! My name is Chandra Blakely. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's degree in Psychology, specializing in Professional Counseling, and a Master's Degree in Forensic Psychology. I have over 17 years of comprehensive experience providing Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Person-Centered counseling across the lifespan, from ages 3-65+. My services have primarily been focused on providing individual, couples and family counseling.
Hello! My name is Chandra Blakely. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's degree in Psychology, specializing in Professional Counseling, and a Master's Degree in Forensic Psychology. I have over 17 years of comprehensive experience providing Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Person-Centered counseling across the lifespan, from ages 3-65+. My services have primarily been focused on providing individual, couples and family counseling.
(678) 780-4250 View (678) 780-4250
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Ecclesia Savage
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30063  (Online Only)
My passion for the mental health field started with wanting to help my family members process complex trauma.
We will begin therapy by talking about the concerns that are troubling you the most. My intention is to provide attentive and empathetic care so that you feel comfortable during therapy. I check in regularly for feedback to make sure you are feeling good about our time together. I would love to connect with you and discuss your goals. Interventions and techniques may include mindfulness, motivational interviewing, play therapy, and solution-focused counseling. My style is warm and supportive, but I am ready to provide an extra push if you need it.
My passion for the mental health field started with wanting to help my family members process complex trauma.
We will begin therapy by talking about the concerns that are troubling you the most. My intention is to provide attentive and empathetic care so that you feel comfortable during therapy. I check in regularly for feedback to make sure you are feeling good about our time together. I would love to connect with you and discuss your goals. Interventions and techniques may include mindfulness, motivational interviewing, play therapy, and solution-focused counseling. My style is warm and supportive, but I am ready to provide an extra push if you need it.
(770) 824-1694 View (770) 824-1694
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Early Connections Child & Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC, CPCS, RPT-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
At Early Connections Child & Family Counseling, we are here to help lessen the weight you are feeling on your shoulders.
Sometimes we find ourselves in a challenging season. With changes at home, struggles at school, parenting pitfalls, or increased stress, we can feel uncertain and discouraged. For kids, this can look like increased anxiety, fears, depression, loneliness, and anger. And these BIG feelings can surface as BIG behaviors wreaking havoc at home. As a parent, you need support too - guidance on how to care for your family’s emotional well-being while juggling all, and I mean ALL, the things and taking care of yourself too.
At Early Connections Child & Family Counseling, we are here to help lessen the weight you are feeling on your shoulders.
Sometimes we find ourselves in a challenging season. With changes at home, struggles at school, parenting pitfalls, or increased stress, we can feel uncertain and discouraged. For kids, this can look like increased anxiety, fears, depression, loneliness, and anger. And these BIG feelings can surface as BIG behaviors wreaking havoc at home. As a parent, you need support too - guidance on how to care for your family’s emotional well-being while juggling all, and I mean ALL, the things and taking care of yourself too.
(678) 379-1535 View (678) 379-1535
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Allison Bienenfeld
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30068  (Online Only)
Has traditional talk therapy not felt like "enough"? Do you find it difficult to put words together to describe your experiences? Have you found yourself stuck in patterns, situations, or relationships that don't quite make sense but continue to play out in your life? Or you may be concerned about the functioning of an important young person in your life. If you are curious about accessing your individual wisdom and unique strengths to overcome obstacles and work towards personal, family, academic, or professional goals, I encourage you to read on.
Has traditional talk therapy not felt like "enough"? Do you find it difficult to put words together to describe your experiences? Have you found yourself stuck in patterns, situations, or relationships that don't quite make sense but continue to play out in your life? Or you may be concerned about the functioning of an important young person in your life. If you are curious about accessing your individual wisdom and unique strengths to overcome obstacles and work towards personal, family, academic, or professional goals, I encourage you to read on.
(770) 336-6798 View (770) 336-6798
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Dr. K. Jabarr Goodrum
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30068  (Online Only)
Are you overwhelmed with relationship stress, anxiety, depression or addiction? Do you need help identifying effective solutions to your relationship and personal issues? I can provide a safe space for you to gain insight into your personal needs. I'm a Doctor of Marriage & Family Therapy and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who can help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as they relate to your personal and relationship experiences. I treat couples and individuals ages 18-99 with a range of issues including relationship conflict, infidelity, work stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, trauma, and addiction.
Are you overwhelmed with relationship stress, anxiety, depression or addiction? Do you need help identifying effective solutions to your relationship and personal issues? I can provide a safe space for you to gain insight into your personal needs. I'm a Doctor of Marriage & Family Therapy and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who can help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as they relate to your personal and relationship experiences. I treat couples and individuals ages 18-99 with a range of issues including relationship conflict, infidelity, work stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, trauma, and addiction.
(770) 282-8352 View (770) 282-8352
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Amelia R Turrubiates-Huacuja
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, MFT-C
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30060
Amelia’s clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults at an individual, couples, family, and group therapy level.
Amelia’s commitment is to help people regardless ethnicity, nationality, gender or socio-economic, and cultural background. Amelia believes that a collaborative therapeutic relationship will help to overcome the problems people have when they seek for professional counseling. Amelia’s ultimately goal is to empower the clients to best ensure their success.
Amelia’s clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults at an individual, couples, family, and group therapy level.
Amelia’s commitment is to help people regardless ethnicity, nationality, gender or socio-economic, and cultural background. Amelia believes that a collaborative therapeutic relationship will help to overcome the problems people have when they seek for professional counseling. Amelia’s ultimately goal is to empower the clients to best ensure their success.
(678) 688-9856 View (678) 688-9856
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Beth-Marie Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
I'm here to walk alongside you on the journey, helping you tap into your own strengths and wisdom and find solutions that feel authentic and manageable for your family.
"My child doesn't know how to regulate their emotions." I hear this a lot. And it's true. No one is born knowing how to regulate their emotions, and most of us who are adults now were never actually taught, we just did our best to figure it out, and now we're trying to pass on the skill to small, emotionally volatile people with half-baked nervous systems. Yeah. If it feels hard, it's because it IS. And if you have a child with some extra emotional sensitivity or sensory processing differences or neurodivergence or a trauma history or big life changes, it's even harder. And now YOUR nervous system is frayed.
I'm here to walk alongside you on the journey, helping you tap into your own strengths and wisdom and find solutions that feel authentic and manageable for your family.
"My child doesn't know how to regulate their emotions." I hear this a lot. And it's true. No one is born knowing how to regulate their emotions, and most of us who are adults now were never actually taught, we just did our best to figure it out, and now we're trying to pass on the skill to small, emotionally volatile people with half-baked nervous systems. Yeah. If it feels hard, it's because it IS. And if you have a child with some extra emotional sensitivity or sensory processing differences or neurodivergence or a trauma history or big life changes, it's even harder. And now YOUR nervous system is frayed.
(770) 758-6572 View (770) 758-6572
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Raven Thornton
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30066
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed with life? Allow me to help you and your family gain better coping and communication skills. I provide services for children ages 3-18, adults, families, and groups. Multicultural counseling is my passion and I strive to create a culturally sensitive environment for all clients. I also believe in a collaborative approach with clients to establish trust and rapport in our therapeutic alliance.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed with life? Allow me to help you and your family gain better coping and communication skills. I provide services for children ages 3-18, adults, families, and groups. Multicultural counseling is my passion and I strive to create a culturally sensitive environment for all clients. I also believe in a collaborative approach with clients to establish trust and rapport in our therapeutic alliance.
(678) 252-6017 View (678) 252-6017
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Robyn Starks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
Robyn Starks is a Resident in Counseling (RIC) who has more than 7 years of experience working with children, adults, individuals, and couples who are seeking help in coping with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, life transitions, communication, coping skills and parenting issues. Her passion includes learning alongside couples while helping them build and maintain fulfilling relationships through self-awareness and continued growth. Robyn completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Kennesaw State University and received his Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Counseling from Richmont Graduate University.
Robyn Starks is a Resident in Counseling (RIC) who has more than 7 years of experience working with children, adults, individuals, and couples who are seeking help in coping with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, life transitions, communication, coping skills and parenting issues. Her passion includes learning alongside couples while helping them build and maintain fulfilling relationships through self-awareness and continued growth. Robyn completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Kennesaw State University and received his Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Counseling from Richmont Graduate University.
(678) 252-6537 View (678) 252-6537
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Emma Green
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30068
Through the use of theories such as Solution Focused, Narrative, and Family Systems Therapy to ensure she meets each of her clients exactly where they are.
Emma is a therapist who believes each client has a completely unique set of needs. Therefore, their treatment plan should be a collaborative effort, specifically and uniquely geared towards meeting each client’s needs while also reaching their goals. She aims to provide a comfortable, nonjudgmental environment where her clients feel comfortable opening up. As a firm believer in the healing power of laughter, Emma often incorporates humor as a tool for connection and healing.
Through the use of theories such as Solution Focused, Narrative, and Family Systems Therapy to ensure she meets each of her clients exactly where they are.
Emma is a therapist who believes each client has a completely unique set of needs. Therefore, their treatment plan should be a collaborative effort, specifically and uniquely geared towards meeting each client’s needs while also reaching their goals. She aims to provide a comfortable, nonjudgmental environment where her clients feel comfortable opening up. As a firm believer in the healing power of laughter, Emma often incorporates humor as a tool for connection and healing.
(678) 535-2492 View (678) 535-2492
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Angela Rozier
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30064
I incorporate evidence-based practices for anxiety, depression, PTSD, mindfulness, relationship and family conflicts to help individuals, couples and families to achieve and thrive in a healthy way.
Are you tired of feeling depressed, angry, anxious, and confused, or do you perhaps hear negative voices on an ongoing basis? Then let’s talk. We will work together to explore and process what you are going through while moving you towards becoming emotionally and mentally healthier. At The Comfy Place, we work with individuals, couples, and families to help guide and support them on their journey to living a healthier and more fulfilled life.
I incorporate evidence-based practices for anxiety, depression, PTSD, mindfulness, relationship and family conflicts to help individuals, couples and families to achieve and thrive in a healthy way.
Are you tired of feeling depressed, angry, anxious, and confused, or do you perhaps hear negative voices on an ongoing basis? Then let’s talk. We will work together to explore and process what you are going through while moving you towards becoming emotionally and mentally healthier. At The Comfy Place, we work with individuals, couples, and families to help guide and support them on their journey to living a healthier and more fulfilled life.
(321) 334-2726 View (321) 334-2726
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.