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Sabrina Ishrat - Attento Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Alpharetta, GA 30005
Has everything looked like it’s going well on the outside, but inside you feel like you’re hanging on by a thread? Do you see yourself as “the fixer” or “the caretaker” with your loved ones, but feel as though you don’t have any energy left when it comes to taking care of yourself? Does it feel selfish to take care of yourself? Reaching out is a big first step in prioritizing your needs. I am committed to supporting you with warmth and compassion every step along the way. Together we can examine ways your old narrative no longer serves you and help foster a more peaceful and purposeful way of living.
Has everything looked like it’s going well on the outside, but inside you feel like you’re hanging on by a thread? Do you see yourself as “the fixer” or “the caretaker” with your loved ones, but feel as though you don’t have any energy left when it comes to taking care of yourself? Does it feel selfish to take care of yourself? Reaching out is a big first step in prioritizing your needs. I am committed to supporting you with warmth and compassion every step along the way. Together we can examine ways your old narrative no longer serves you and help foster a more peaceful and purposeful way of living.
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Dr. Humama Khan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Johns Creek, GA 30005
Humama Khan, PhD is a Georgia state licensed psychologist who specializes in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Of all the therapists in the field of mental health, the Psychologist has the highest level of education and training available. Dr. Khan has received extensive training in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health concerns. She has familiarity with many different therapeutic approaches to help clients satisfy and maintain their goals. Dr. Khan works with a variety of ages (children, adolescents, and adults).
Humama Khan, PhD is a Georgia state licensed psychologist who specializes in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Of all the therapists in the field of mental health, the Psychologist has the highest level of education and training available. Dr. Khan has received extensive training in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health concerns. She has familiarity with many different therapeutic approaches to help clients satisfy and maintain their goals. Dr. Khan works with a variety of ages (children, adolescents, and adults).
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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.