Therapists in 60532
William Fraser Martin
Psychologist, PsyD, MPH, MSc
Verified Verified
Lisle, IL 60532
My focus as a licensed clinical health psychologist and clinical mind/body practitioner is to provide my clients with the awareness, knowledge, skills, tools and support that they need to cope more constructively with stress, experience less anxiety from fears and phobias, feel less pain, and feel more in control. Over the years, I have worked with individuals who have been diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Functional Constipation, Tension Headaches, Recurrent Abdominal Pain, and Phobias. I also work with individuals who are preparing for surgery who require additional guidance to lessen the anxiety associated with surgery and dental procedures.
My focus as a licensed clinical health psychologist and clinical mind/body practitioner is to provide my clients with the awareness, knowledge, skills, tools and support that they need to cope more constructively with stress, experience less anxiety from fears and phobias, feel less pain, and feel more in control. Over the years, I have worked with individuals who have been diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Functional Constipation, Tension Headaches, Recurrent Abdominal Pain, and Phobias. I also work with individuals who are preparing for surgery who require additional guidance to lessen the anxiety associated with surgery and dental procedures.
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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.