Therapists in Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX

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Cleveland Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75228  (Online Only)
Hi, this is Cleveland Robinson and I am glad that you have clicked on my profile. I work with children, teens, and busy parents to assist with the various obstacles you may face while growing and living because life can life. My practice is a telehealth company that also can provide services while your child is in school through coordination with their school point of contact if available. I look forward to helping you and your family.
Hi, this is Cleveland Robinson and I am glad that you have clicked on my profile. I work with children, teens, and busy parents to assist with the various obstacles you may face while growing and living because life can life. My practice is a telehealth company that also can provide services while your child is in school through coordination with their school point of contact if available. I look forward to helping you and your family.
(214) 949-8362 View (214) 949-8362
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Amy Kurcz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75214
I grew up in a family of educators so respect, listening, and service to others has been a value instilled from a young age.
I work with overly analytical young adults in their 20’s and 30’s by helping them understand their feelings as useful information rather than an inconvenience or something to avoid. Wherever you are in your journey of life I want to meet you there and help you process current, past, and future concerns. You are the expert of your own life and I am here to help you achieve the goals you are struggling with. You can expect respect, compassion, and an engaged therapist when working with me.
I grew up in a family of educators so respect, listening, and service to others has been a value instilled from a young age.
I work with overly analytical young adults in their 20’s and 30’s by helping them understand their feelings as useful information rather than an inconvenience or something to avoid. Wherever you are in your journey of life I want to meet you there and help you process current, past, and future concerns. You are the expert of your own life and I am here to help you achieve the goals you are struggling with. You can expect respect, compassion, and an engaged therapist when working with me.
(972) 433-5556 View (972) 433-5556
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Lee Tipton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, BSN, LPC
Verified Verified
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75238
Waitlist for new clients
In addition to being a Licenced Professional Counselor with certification in EMDR, powerful but gentle treatment for emotionally traumatic experiences, a one year post grad training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, years of training in Solution Focused Therapy and Family of Origin therapy.
In 1993 I became a licensed Professional Counselor. I have since been associated with a small group of like-minded therapists creating a people-friendly environment. My office is like a "living area" for private conversations. I enjoy helping individuals, couples and families who seek to move through seemingly intimidating, hopelessly discouraging or simply perplexing life stages. Common themes - job loss, rejection, betrayal of trust, letting go, shame, guilt and self-acceptance - even old emotional scars limiting part of one's personality are all compelling challenges. I will face them with you.
In addition to being a Licenced Professional Counselor with certification in EMDR, powerful but gentle treatment for emotionally traumatic experiences, a one year post grad training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, years of training in Solution Focused Therapy and Family of Origin therapy.
In 1993 I became a licensed Professional Counselor. I have since been associated with a small group of like-minded therapists creating a people-friendly environment. My office is like a "living area" for private conversations. I enjoy helping individuals, couples and families who seek to move through seemingly intimidating, hopelessly discouraging or simply perplexing life stages. Common themes - job loss, rejection, betrayal of trust, letting go, shame, guilt and self-acceptance - even old emotional scars limiting part of one's personality are all compelling challenges. I will face them with you.
(214) 935-3824 x101 View (214) 935-3824 x101
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Jessica Mitchell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75214
I am a licensed professional counselor with a passion for helping young people through life’s transitions. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from New York University and Master’s degree in counseling from Dallas Baptist University. My professional experience includes over 15 years in education; working with families, middle school, high school, and college students. I have worked with teens and families struggling with issues ranging from depression and anxiety to family conflict and identity issues. Having worked in the college setting, I have significant experience in career counseling and future life planning.
I am a licensed professional counselor with a passion for helping young people through life’s transitions. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from New York University and Master’s degree in counseling from Dallas Baptist University. My professional experience includes over 15 years in education; working with families, middle school, high school, and college students. I have worked with teens and families struggling with issues ranging from depression and anxiety to family conflict and identity issues. Having worked in the college setting, I have significant experience in career counseling and future life planning.
(469) 361-0115 View (469) 361-0115
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Alfred (Alfie) Wishart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75230
The path of progress comes from collaboration in an atmosphere of cooperation, education, and insight. Whether our stress is around our internal needs, people close to us, or with the state of the world, the counseling relationship is about accessing and utilizing your innate ability to learn and grow from where you are into the better life you seek. Covid-19 has disrupted nearly all our connections with friends, family, work, and community. This has brought out the unfulfilled need for connection in relationships already stressful, and has inspired people to find creative ways of strengthening connection.
The path of progress comes from collaboration in an atmosphere of cooperation, education, and insight. Whether our stress is around our internal needs, people close to us, or with the state of the world, the counseling relationship is about accessing and utilizing your innate ability to learn and grow from where you are into the better life you seek. Covid-19 has disrupted nearly all our connections with friends, family, work, and community. This has brought out the unfulfilled need for connection in relationships already stressful, and has inspired people to find creative ways of strengthening connection.
(214) 427-1049 View (214) 427-1049
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Bianca Cotton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75214
Her view is the client is an expert on their own family and an equal partner in the therapeutic relationship.
As a practicing Licensed Professional Counselor, Bianca has over 6 years of experience in both Community Mental Health and Private Practice Therapy settings. Prior to joining Transitions Therapeutic Services, she was the Director of Therapy at a Child Advocacy Center where she specialized in counseling children, adolescents, and caregivers who have encountered various forms of trauma and abuse. Bianca received her Bachelors degree from Texas A&M University and her Masters degree in counseling from Houston Baptist University.
Her view is the client is an expert on their own family and an equal partner in the therapeutic relationship.
As a practicing Licensed Professional Counselor, Bianca has over 6 years of experience in both Community Mental Health and Private Practice Therapy settings. Prior to joining Transitions Therapeutic Services, she was the Director of Therapy at a Child Advocacy Center where she specialized in counseling children, adolescents, and caregivers who have encountered various forms of trauma and abuse. Bianca received her Bachelors degree from Texas A&M University and her Masters degree in counseling from Houston Baptist University.
(469) 702-8750 View (469) 702-8750
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Gilma Juarez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75214
I am passionate about normalizing and de-stigmatizing mental health treatment for all ages and ethnicities. I believe in the importance of providing clients with a judgment-free and honest space throughout their therapeutic journey. I received my Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy from Hardin-Simmons University. I completed internships in a variety of settings, including rape crisis center, university, shelter and foster care agency.
I am passionate about normalizing and de-stigmatizing mental health treatment for all ages and ethnicities. I believe in the importance of providing clients with a judgment-free and honest space throughout their therapeutic journey. I received my Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy from Hardin-Simmons University. I completed internships in a variety of settings, including rape crisis center, university, shelter and foster care agency.
(214) 624-6313 View (214) 624-6313
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Vanessa Solis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75228
Hi there, I'm Vanessa. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor living in the state of Texas. Often reducing depression, anxiety, and stress are common goals I have assisted in attaining. Also, grief processing and improving family communication skills are needs I have addressed. For my approach I choose Reality Therapy. I also find Cognitive/Behavioral techniques useful.
Hi there, I'm Vanessa. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor living in the state of Texas. Often reducing depression, anxiety, and stress are common goals I have assisted in attaining. Also, grief processing and improving family communication skills are needs I have addressed. For my approach I choose Reality Therapy. I also find Cognitive/Behavioral techniques useful.
(915) 465-9016 View (915) 465-9016
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Monique Miles
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75214
I hold a Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) Certificate, which equips me with specialized knowledge to address complex relational dynamics.
My name is Monique Miles, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and founder of Momentum Counseling and Consulting PLLC. My mission is to provide a safe and supportive space for healing. I received my Bachelors in Psychology and Masters in Clinical Mental Health with certifications in Marriage and Family Therapy and Play Therapy. I started my career in community mental health and have been working in private practice ever since. I work with couples and individuals aged 16 and older. My goal is to empower you, or your teen, with the tools and insights you need to lead a more fulfilling and balanced life.
I hold a Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) Certificate, which equips me with specialized knowledge to address complex relational dynamics.
My name is Monique Miles, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and founder of Momentum Counseling and Consulting PLLC. My mission is to provide a safe and supportive space for healing. I received my Bachelors in Psychology and Masters in Clinical Mental Health with certifications in Marriage and Family Therapy and Play Therapy. I started my career in community mental health and have been working in private practice ever since. I work with couples and individuals aged 16 and older. My goal is to empower you, or your teen, with the tools and insights you need to lead a more fulfilling and balanced life.
(469) 809-1284 View (469) 809-1284
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Teresa R Hillenbrand
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75214
Hi, I am Teresa Hillenbrand, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience. I work with a wide range of clients including individuals, couples, and parents in several areas of treatment including depression, anxiety, and trauma. If appropriate, I use Dr. Steven Porges’ science-based discoveries in neurology which help explain the mind-body relationship, and how to move forward. I am also certified in the Safe and Sound Protocol, have counseled veterans with PTSD using the "Strong Star CPT", and utilize Internal Family Systems therapy.
Hi, I am Teresa Hillenbrand, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience. I work with a wide range of clients including individuals, couples, and parents in several areas of treatment including depression, anxiety, and trauma. If appropriate, I use Dr. Steven Porges’ science-based discoveries in neurology which help explain the mind-body relationship, and how to move forward. I am also certified in the Safe and Sound Protocol, have counseled veterans with PTSD using the "Strong Star CPT", and utilize Internal Family Systems therapy.
(830) 549-6877 View (830) 549-6877
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Dr. Crystal Robinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, Psy, D, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75226
I work with individuals, families, parents, and couples (premarital, married, divorcing and divorced, co-parenting couples). My client is the relationship and my goal is that you experience new life in your relationship. Sometimes couples get stuck in familiar ways of functioning, and with therapy, can learn to function differently in a way that can change the dynamics of the relationship. I am a structural family therapist, who incorporates CBT. I then focus on identifying the core beliefs you hold that are triggered by your current circumstances and begin to challenge those beliefs so that you
I work with individuals, families, parents, and couples (premarital, married, divorcing and divorced, co-parenting couples). My client is the relationship and my goal is that you experience new life in your relationship. Sometimes couples get stuck in familiar ways of functioning, and with therapy, can learn to function differently in a way that can change the dynamics of the relationship. I am a structural family therapist, who incorporates CBT. I then focus on identifying the core beliefs you hold that are triggered by your current circumstances and begin to challenge those beliefs so that you
(214) 972-2737 View (214) 972-2737
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A Beautiful Mind Behavioral Health, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75214  (Online Only)
I provide individual, family, and group therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Nationally Board Certified Counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I provide a confidential, nonjudgmental, and provide an environment that allows you to grow and heal from your trauma. I offer eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I am all about helping one beautiful mind at a time become better than their circumstance or happenstance. Currently seeing clients exclusively via tele-health (secure video platform).
I provide individual, family, and group therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Nationally Board Certified Counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I provide a confidential, nonjudgmental, and provide an environment that allows you to grow and heal from your trauma. I offer eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I am all about helping one beautiful mind at a time become better than their circumstance or happenstance. Currently seeing clients exclusively via tele-health (secure video platform).
(214) 699-5804 View (214) 699-5804
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Andrea Laskowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75228
I'm Andrea, a postmodern and strengths-based therapist with four years of clinical experience who sees individuals, romantic couples, and families. Some areas I have focused on in my work include Infidelity, Relationship Issues, Marital/Pre-Marital, Grief, and Men's Issues. My therapeutic approach is nondirective and client-focused, utilizing a mix of Couples Therapy, Family Systems, Gottman Method, Marital, and Solution Focused Brief (SFBT). I believe I can help you co-create solutions to various situations and problems in your life.
I'm Andrea, a postmodern and strengths-based therapist with four years of clinical experience who sees individuals, romantic couples, and families. Some areas I have focused on in my work include Infidelity, Relationship Issues, Marital/Pre-Marital, Grief, and Men's Issues. My therapeutic approach is nondirective and client-focused, utilizing a mix of Couples Therapy, Family Systems, Gottman Method, Marital, and Solution Focused Brief (SFBT). I believe I can help you co-create solutions to various situations and problems in your life.
(214) 617-1553 View (214) 617-1553
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Aquarius N Cox
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75238  (Online Only)
I have helped adolescent and adult clients with anxiety, depression, family conflict, marital issues, gender dysphoria, ADHD, substance use and more.
Taking new clients. Sliding scale fee for private pay. Accept most insurances. I am an overcomer. Let me help you to overcome as well. Your story is important and needs to be told. If you are struggling with the motivation for day-to-day life functioning, feeling overwhelmed or a little sadder than usual or perhaps you have some challenges that you need some guidance with, therapy may be best for you.
I have helped adolescent and adult clients with anxiety, depression, family conflict, marital issues, gender dysphoria, ADHD, substance use and more.
Taking new clients. Sliding scale fee for private pay. Accept most insurances. I am an overcomer. Let me help you to overcome as well. Your story is important and needs to be told. If you are struggling with the motivation for day-to-day life functioning, feeling overwhelmed or a little sadder than usual or perhaps you have some challenges that you need some guidance with, therapy may be best for you.
(904) 601-1145 View (904) 601-1145
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Richland Oaks Counseling Center
Psychologist, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75243
Richland Oaks Counseling Center (ROCC) is a non-profit clinic with offices in Richardson and McKinney. We offer a full spectrum of services including psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couple, family, and group therapy settings. ROCC also offers a range of psychological testing services including assessments of intelligence, personality, learning disorders and giftedness, ADD/ADHD, Disability and Rehabilitation Service assessments, and assessments to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of other mental health concerns.
Richland Oaks Counseling Center (ROCC) is a non-profit clinic with offices in Richardson and McKinney. We offer a full spectrum of services including psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couple, family, and group therapy settings. ROCC also offers a range of psychological testing services including assessments of intelligence, personality, learning disorders and giftedness, ADD/ADHD, Disability and Rehabilitation Service assessments, and assessments to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of other mental health concerns.
(469) 203-4044 View (469) 203-4044
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Life Solutions Counseling & Family Therapy, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75214  (Online Only)
Life Solutions Counseling and Family Therapy, PLLC customizes therapeutic services to meet the individual, couple, family, and/or groups goals. Clients can expect a welcoming environment in an effort to make real life changes. With an emphasis on systemic therapy, we take a nonpathological approach to looking at human relationships and challenges. This benefits the client (s) as they learn how to interact and change problems between themselves and others. Congratulations! Problems are not in you, they are between you and another person(s).
Life Solutions Counseling and Family Therapy, PLLC customizes therapeutic services to meet the individual, couple, family, and/or groups goals. Clients can expect a welcoming environment in an effort to make real life changes. With an emphasis on systemic therapy, we take a nonpathological approach to looking at human relationships and challenges. This benefits the client (s) as they learn how to interact and change problems between themselves and others. Congratulations! Problems are not in you, they are between you and another person(s).
(214) 571-7846 View (214) 571-7846
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Jo Ann Travis Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75243
Accepting New Clients! - Our quality of life is directly linked to the healthiness of our relationships with ourselves, spouse, family, friends and co workers. I believe human beings are born with an innate need to be in relationship with one another and, for some, experiencing safe, connected, and intimate relationships can be a challenge. The purpose of psychotherapy is to support clients in a collaborative way to help remove barriers and roadblocks that may prevent them from living the life they envision. Ultimately, every person wants to be loved, to be heard, to be understood, leading to a more satisfying and meaningful life.
Accepting New Clients! - Our quality of life is directly linked to the healthiness of our relationships with ourselves, spouse, family, friends and co workers. I believe human beings are born with an innate need to be in relationship with one another and, for some, experiencing safe, connected, and intimate relationships can be a challenge. The purpose of psychotherapy is to support clients in a collaborative way to help remove barriers and roadblocks that may prevent them from living the life they envision. Ultimately, every person wants to be loved, to be heard, to be understood, leading to a more satisfying and meaningful life.
(469) 732-3832 View (469) 732-3832
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Mikayla Bugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75243
My name is Mikayla Bugh, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Waco, Texas. It is my passion to walk alongside people in their suffering and help them find the hope and healing they need. I work with individuals 13 + who are struggling with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, family of origin issues, and trauma. I work with individuals ages 13 + who are struggling in a wide variety of areas. I have the most experience working with adolescents and young adults who are dealing with depression, anxiety, OCD, family issues, self-worth, self-harm and suicidality, and trauma.
My name is Mikayla Bugh, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Waco, Texas. It is my passion to walk alongside people in their suffering and help them find the hope and healing they need. I work with individuals 13 + who are struggling with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, family of origin issues, and trauma. I work with individuals ages 13 + who are struggling in a wide variety of areas. I have the most experience working with adolescents and young adults who are dealing with depression, anxiety, OCD, family issues, self-worth, self-harm and suicidality, and trauma.
(469) 746-3253 View (469) 746-3253
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Sherry Fancher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75238
I tailor my treatment approach to the individual, couple or family that I work with. Each person is different and has different needs in the therapeutic setting. By using a variety of evidence-based approaches, I aim to help each person recognize and utilize their strengths to more effectively cope and eventually be content with where they are in life. I am experienced in working with clients across many diverse backgrounds of religion, ethnicities, and diagnoses. I'm also confident in navigating through one's past to help them be comfortable in the present.
I tailor my treatment approach to the individual, couple or family that I work with. Each person is different and has different needs in the therapeutic setting. By using a variety of evidence-based approaches, I aim to help each person recognize and utilize their strengths to more effectively cope and eventually be content with where they are in life. I am experienced in working with clients across many diverse backgrounds of religion, ethnicities, and diagnoses. I'm also confident in navigating through one's past to help them be comfortable in the present.
(214) 427-8844 View (214) 427-8844
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DIANA M Chavez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX 75243  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I would love to help you out and have experience in the following specialities: Trauma, depression, anxiety, work, family and relationship stressors, LGBTQ, identity issues, grieving and loss, ADHD, Bi Polar, Borderline Personality and other personality disorders, cultural issues, anger, women's issues, spirituality, adolescents.
Listening, empowering & being present with my clients is what I am passionate about. I have about 7 years of counseling & clinical experience.My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents & individuals all ages including geriatrics. Some of the therapeutic modalities I have used with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, traumas or other mental health issues are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Strength Based Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Focused therapy. I don't believe in a "one size fits all" approach. I will help guide you & assist you in coming up with strategies to help conquer your life.
I would love to help you out and have experience in the following specialities: Trauma, depression, anxiety, work, family and relationship stressors, LGBTQ, identity issues, grieving and loss, ADHD, Bi Polar, Borderline Personality and other personality disorders, cultural issues, anger, women's issues, spirituality, adolescents.
Listening, empowering & being present with my clients is what I am passionate about. I have about 7 years of counseling & clinical experience.My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents & individuals all ages including geriatrics. Some of the therapeutic modalities I have used with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, traumas or other mental health issues are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Strength Based Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Focused therapy. I don't believe in a "one size fits all" approach. I will help guide you & assist you in coming up with strategies to help conquer your life.
(214) 380-2435 View (214) 380-2435

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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.