Therapists in 02745
Miriam Beth Shabazz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
New Bedford, MA 02745 (Online Only)
First I want to say you have already taken the most important step by admitting you could use help. I appreciate it can be overwhelming so I strongly encourage you to not give up too soon. I specialize in helping individuals through tough transitions. I am experienced helping people who are trying to live their life in a way that fits their goals and values.
First I want to say you have already taken the most important step by admitting you could use help. I appreciate it can be overwhelming so I strongly encourage you to not give up too soon. I specialize in helping individuals through tough transitions. I am experienced helping people who are trying to live their life in a way that fits their goals and values.
Skill Tree Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
New Bedford, MA 02745
Not accepting new clients
Full. Asking for help takes great strength and courage. Life and all its moving parts present unforeseen challenges and you do not have to face them alone. Whether you are grappling with anxiety and/or depression, struggling to make important decisions, or want to shed what no longer serves you, together we can make sense of it. It would be my honor to get to know the authentic you; alternative relationships, consensual/ethical non-monogamy, geeky hobbies, gaming, streaming, hiking, and other important aspects of your world.
Full. Asking for help takes great strength and courage. Life and all its moving parts present unforeseen challenges and you do not have to face them alone. Whether you are grappling with anxiety and/or depression, struggling to make important decisions, or want to shed what no longer serves you, together we can make sense of it. It would be my honor to get to know the authentic you; alternative relationships, consensual/ethical non-monogamy, geeky hobbies, gaming, streaming, hiking, and other important aspects of your world.
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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.