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Henry M Pittman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMFT-S, LPC-S, LCDC-CS, QSAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77055
I am a Multi-Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts since 1998, speaker, and author. I hold four licenses as a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Supervisor, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, & Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist. Nationally, I hold a designation as a National Credential Counselor (NCC) Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), Somatic Experience Practitioner (SEP)
I am a Multi-Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts since 1998, speaker, and author. I hold four licenses as a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Supervisor, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, & Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist. Nationally, I hold a designation as a National Credential Counselor (NCC) Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), Somatic Experience Practitioner (SEP)
(281) 214-6237 View (281) 214-6237
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Sherry Metzker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77055  (Online Only)
I'm Sherry, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I have clinical experience with a wide range of issues including anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship difficulties and life transitions. My clinical focus is women and connection. I am eclectic in my approach, combining CBT, ACT, EMDR, Ketamine-Assisted -Psychotherapy (KAP), creative arts and mind-body therapies to help guide you to your most authentic self.
I'm Sherry, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I have clinical experience with a wide range of issues including anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship difficulties and life transitions. My clinical focus is women and connection. I am eclectic in my approach, combining CBT, ACT, EMDR, Ketamine-Assisted -Psychotherapy (KAP), creative arts and mind-body therapies to help guide you to your most authentic self.
(832) 240-7403 View (832) 240-7403
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Raymond Chukwuma
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77055
I specialize in supporting individuals and families dealing with challenges like Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Depression, Relationship Issues, and Couples/Family Problems. Additionally, I have extensive experience helping those with personality disorders such as Borderline and Bipolar Disorder. My goal is to create a nonjudgmental and empathic therapeutic environment to facilitate healing and personal growth for clients navigating complex emotional challenges.
I specialize in supporting individuals and families dealing with challenges like Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Depression, Relationship Issues, and Couples/Family Problems. Additionally, I have extensive experience helping those with personality disorders such as Borderline and Bipolar Disorder. My goal is to create a nonjudgmental and empathic therapeutic environment to facilitate healing and personal growth for clients navigating complex emotional challenges.
(832) 281-5560 View (832) 281-5560
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Troy Gremillion Psychotherapist And Life Coach
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77055
Who really gets you? Not feeling heard or appreciated? Lonely? Time to be bold? Change is hard and can be scary, but we change by taking one small step. That takes courage. Asking for help is really okay. I offer a caring and safe space in which you get to explore your emotional needs, overcome limiting and perfectionistic beliefs, and create a vision for a richer and more meaningful life. My approach to therapy is collaborative, holistic, non-authoritarian and respectful, and I take into consideration your relationships, family traditions, work life, cultural and spiritual beliefs, and social and sexual identities -- in short, your STORY!
Who really gets you? Not feeling heard or appreciated? Lonely? Time to be bold? Change is hard and can be scary, but we change by taking one small step. That takes courage. Asking for help is really okay. I offer a caring and safe space in which you get to explore your emotional needs, overcome limiting and perfectionistic beliefs, and create a vision for a richer and more meaningful life. My approach to therapy is collaborative, holistic, non-authoritarian and respectful, and I take into consideration your relationships, family traditions, work life, cultural and spiritual beliefs, and social and sexual identities -- in short, your STORY!
(713) 396-1697 View (713) 396-1697
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Barrosha Boykin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77055
I support people who are facing marital, relational, or family struggles.
I work with individuals, families, and couples in need of support through difficult situations, past experiences, or hard decisions. I support my clients by shedding light on unhelpful relational patterns, self-discouraging talk and actions, and the effect of past experiences and choices. Through my experience of deliverance from mental health and relationship struggles, I can fully empathize with my clients in their situation and say there is hope! It brings me joy seeing the light growing in my client’s life each time they make a breakthrough.
I support people who are facing marital, relational, or family struggles.
I work with individuals, families, and couples in need of support through difficult situations, past experiences, or hard decisions. I support my clients by shedding light on unhelpful relational patterns, self-discouraging talk and actions, and the effect of past experiences and choices. Through my experience of deliverance from mental health and relationship struggles, I can fully empathize with my clients in their situation and say there is hope! It brings me joy seeing the light growing in my client’s life each time they make a breakthrough.
(832) 653-4042 View (832) 653-4042
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Paz Wellness PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77055
I specialize in working with younger children with behavioral issues through play therapy and additional interventions where the family can support the child's needs. I also work with adolescents, teens and young adults using a strength based approach to manage their mental health and life's complexities. Lastly, I have extensive experience working with immigrants, I am able to support families and individuals with immigration issues that impact their well-being.
I specialize in working with younger children with behavioral issues through play therapy and additional interventions where the family can support the child's needs. I also work with adolescents, teens and young adults using a strength based approach to manage their mental health and life's complexities. Lastly, I have extensive experience working with immigrants, I am able to support families and individuals with immigration issues that impact their well-being.
(346) 644-7614 View (346) 644-7614
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Samantha Gordon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77055
Hi, my name is Samantha Gordon and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. In my practice, I focus on helping others to manage issues related to relationships with themselves and others, family dynamics, body image, disordered eating, eating disorders, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and all that goes along with this. I help individuals, couples, and their families manage issues related to relationships with themselves and others, family dynamics, body image, disordered eating, eating disorders, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and all that goes along with this.
Hi, my name is Samantha Gordon and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. In my practice, I focus on helping others to manage issues related to relationships with themselves and others, family dynamics, body image, disordered eating, eating disorders, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and all that goes along with this. I help individuals, couples, and their families manage issues related to relationships with themselves and others, family dynamics, body image, disordered eating, eating disorders, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and all that goes along with this.
(346) 485-3884 View (346) 485-3884
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Lisa Dávila O'Toole
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77055  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping people navigate through difficulties that life can deliver such as: anxiety, depression, career issues or transitions, relationship issues, parenting concerns, family issues, grief, stress management, women's issues, trauma and other life transitions.
I work with individual adults via Telehealth. My clients come to me because they are suffering from anxiety, depression or relationship issues despite all they have tried before, sometimes even therapy. I believe the client-therapist relationship is essential and therefore strive to provide a therapeutic experience of acceptance and compassion to promote a space for healing, resolution and goal attainment. I work from a holistic and healing approach considering all aspects of your lifestyle. As such, you can expect to be empowered with an individual understanding of wellness and applicable tools to create a life well lived.
I am passionate about helping people navigate through difficulties that life can deliver such as: anxiety, depression, career issues or transitions, relationship issues, parenting concerns, family issues, grief, stress management, women's issues, trauma and other life transitions.
I work with individual adults via Telehealth. My clients come to me because they are suffering from anxiety, depression or relationship issues despite all they have tried before, sometimes even therapy. I believe the client-therapist relationship is essential and therefore strive to provide a therapeutic experience of acceptance and compassion to promote a space for healing, resolution and goal attainment. I work from a holistic and healing approach considering all aspects of your lifestyle. As such, you can expect to be empowered with an individual understanding of wellness and applicable tools to create a life well lived.
(713) 766-5940 View (713) 766-5940
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Memorial Relationships & Couples Center, PLLC.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSEd, LPC, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77055
We are a group of bilingual therapist, among the issues that we explore are: relations, career, personal challenges, trauma, family dynamics and sex issues; also, gender infinity issues, power and control issues, inequality, intimacy, sexual problems, conflict and self-awareness. We provide our clients with a friendly and respectful environment that facilitates exploration and the possibility of seeing challenges from a different angle or perspective, with deep respect, an interested presence, and a curious attitude about our client's viewpoint. We believe in the power of healthy relationships. Relationships can be transformed if we are ready to re-invent ourselves.
We are a group of bilingual therapist, among the issues that we explore are: relations, career, personal challenges, trauma, family dynamics and sex issues; also, gender infinity issues, power and control issues, inequality, intimacy, sexual problems, conflict and self-awareness. We provide our clients with a friendly and respectful environment that facilitates exploration and the possibility of seeing challenges from a different angle or perspective, with deep respect, an interested presence, and a curious attitude about our client's viewpoint. We believe in the power of healthy relationships. Relationships can be transformed if we are ready to re-invent ourselves.
(832) 742-1855 View (832) 742-1855
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Ossenia Jeff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77055
I take the bio-psycho-social approach towards helping you, your family, and your relationships.
Associated with Greater Houston Psychiatric Associates, PLLC. My treatment method involves helping you gain insight, take action, make changes, and accept if change is not possible. I will help manage your struggle with mental illness and will help you through the normal stressors that often accompany transitions in life. The hurt you feel after a separation. The emptiness you feel when your children leave home. The grief you feel from the loss of a loved one. The stress from the unbearable work demands. Whatever the cause, I help with the skills needed to either change the situation and/or the way you think about it.
I take the bio-psycho-social approach towards helping you, your family, and your relationships.
Associated with Greater Houston Psychiatric Associates, PLLC. My treatment method involves helping you gain insight, take action, make changes, and accept if change is not possible. I will help manage your struggle with mental illness and will help you through the normal stressors that often accompany transitions in life. The hurt you feel after a separation. The emptiness you feel when your children leave home. The grief you feel from the loss of a loved one. The stress from the unbearable work demands. Whatever the cause, I help with the skills needed to either change the situation and/or the way you think about it.
(281) 399-4150 View (281) 399-4150
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Memorial Child and Family Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd, CCTP, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77055
A child’s behavior is telling a story of what is going on inside. Many times, when our kids are reaching out for connection, they will behave in ways that create the opposite response. When a child is struggling to find positive ways to relate, our team of therapists come alongside them and their family to help them feel more understood, empowered, connected and loved. I believe in conducting therapy in partnership with families, pediatricians, teachers, and other specialists to ensure that each child receives a personalized treatment plan that is reinforced in all settings.
A child’s behavior is telling a story of what is going on inside. Many times, when our kids are reaching out for connection, they will behave in ways that create the opposite response. When a child is struggling to find positive ways to relate, our team of therapists come alongside them and their family to help them feel more understood, empowered, connected and loved. I believe in conducting therapy in partnership with families, pediatricians, teachers, and other specialists to ensure that each child receives a personalized treatment plan that is reinforced in all settings.
(281) 500-9569 View (281) 500-9569
Photo of Michael Yeager, Drug & Alcohol Counselor in 77055, TX
Michael Yeager
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, BA, LCDC, CAS, CHT, SAP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77055
I was raised in an alcoholic family and became an addict myself, and since 1973, I've been in recovery.
Are you sick and tired of your life being run by your own or someone else's Chemical and or Behavioral Addiction, Abusive Behaviour, Unresolved Grief, PTSD, Fear, Anxiety, Pain, Chronic Illness, Smoking Cessation, and/or Co-dependency? Clients are seeking to release their attachments to people and behaviors that have caused them pain and discomfort. They are open to non-traditional successful methods of recovery, like acupuncture, acupressure, anART Accelerate Rapid Therapy. Finally, those who want real closure to their life problems do well here. If interested, call me at 713-461-3279 for a live or online HIPPA compliance sessions.
I was raised in an alcoholic family and became an addict myself, and since 1973, I've been in recovery.
Are you sick and tired of your life being run by your own or someone else's Chemical and or Behavioral Addiction, Abusive Behaviour, Unresolved Grief, PTSD, Fear, Anxiety, Pain, Chronic Illness, Smoking Cessation, and/or Co-dependency? Clients are seeking to release their attachments to people and behaviors that have caused them pain and discomfort. They are open to non-traditional successful methods of recovery, like acupuncture, acupressure, anART Accelerate Rapid Therapy. Finally, those who want real closure to their life problems do well here. If interested, call me at 713-461-3279 for a live or online HIPPA compliance sessions.
(832) 937-9631 View (832) 937-9631
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Erika Simon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77055
I have a passion for working with clients of diverse ethnicity, age, and gender, my clients include children, individuals, couples and families. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, family therapy-based, culturally sensitive, and client-centered. I base my approach on the belief that the client is the expert on his or her life circumstances and that my job as a therapist, is not to dictate treatment, but to shape the process using the values, desires and needs of my clients.
I have a passion for working with clients of diverse ethnicity, age, and gender, my clients include children, individuals, couples and families. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, family therapy-based, culturally sensitive, and client-centered. I base my approach on the belief that the client is the expert on his or her life circumstances and that my job as a therapist, is not to dictate treatment, but to shape the process using the values, desires and needs of my clients.
(713) 678-0350 View (713) 678-0350
Photo of Cheryl Strain, LMFT, LPC, CIMHP | TherapyforAnyone, Marriage & Family Therapist in 77055, TX
Cheryl Strain, LMFT, LPC, CIMHP | TherapyforAnyone
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77055
Therapyforanyone.com | Cheryl Strain, LMFT, LPC, CIMHP | A Houston therapist in private practice since 2002 with over 30 years of experience. We offer in person sessions and/or virtual sessions for individuals, couples or families, in order to explore the aspects of their lives which are most important to each of them. We are dedicated toward aiding clients in realizing and developing their strengths & potential as well as addressing any areas of concern or current challenges. Houston therapist whose education and training focused strongly on the general scope of psychology and marriage & family therapy. Contact us today.
Therapyforanyone.com | Cheryl Strain, LMFT, LPC, CIMHP | A Houston therapist in private practice since 2002 with over 30 years of experience. We offer in person sessions and/or virtual sessions for individuals, couples or families, in order to explore the aspects of their lives which are most important to each of them. We are dedicated toward aiding clients in realizing and developing their strengths & potential as well as addressing any areas of concern or current challenges. Houston therapist whose education and training focused strongly on the general scope of psychology and marriage & family therapy. Contact us today.
(713) 597-3535 View (713) 597-3535
Photo of Andrea Chvatal, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77055, TX
Andrea Chvatal
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77055
Seven years of School Counseling experience gives me a unique perspective to address school behaviors and family dynamics.
Now Accepting Insurance - Aetna and United Healthcare. My number one passion is parent coaching... Every child is different and parents often need a specific skillset to parent effectively. I'm trained in trauma and resiliency counseling - many experiences can be traumatic - hurricanes, flooding, divorce, accidents, assault, chronic pain, work issues - even COVID is considered traumatic to some people. Anxiety and depression are increasing as the long-term effects of COVID are being discovered.
Seven years of School Counseling experience gives me a unique perspective to address school behaviors and family dynamics.
Now Accepting Insurance - Aetna and United Healthcare. My number one passion is parent coaching... Every child is different and parents often need a specific skillset to parent effectively. I'm trained in trauma and resiliency counseling - many experiences can be traumatic - hurricanes, flooding, divorce, accidents, assault, chronic pain, work issues - even COVID is considered traumatic to some people. Anxiety and depression are increasing as the long-term effects of COVID are being discovered.
(832) 219-9635 View (832) 219-9635
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Arwa Al-Mazrouai
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MSEd, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77055  (Online Only)
I have supported survivors of family and sexual violence, and those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions such as parenting, starting school, or shifting careers.
I believe healing and thriving are rooted in feeling safely connected. I am dedicated to creating a supportive space where you can navigate difficult emotions and gain insight into your challenges. I provide a collaborative and culturally sensitive approach that integrates evidence-based modalities, including attachment-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-informed therapy.
I have supported survivors of family and sexual violence, and those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions such as parenting, starting school, or shifting careers.
I believe healing and thriving are rooted in feeling safely connected. I am dedicated to creating a supportive space where you can navigate difficult emotions and gain insight into your challenges. I provide a collaborative and culturally sensitive approach that integrates evidence-based modalities, including attachment-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-informed therapy.
(281) 783-3575 View (281) 783-3575
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Garland Willis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77055
I am Garland Willis, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I began counseling after retiring as a school principal in 2017. I look forward to working with individuals, families, couples, and adults with Anger Management, Coping Skills, Anxiety, Family Conflict, and Relationship Issues. I firmly believe that by changing the perception of events, a person can indeed change their life.
I am Garland Willis, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I began counseling after retiring as a school principal in 2017. I look forward to working with individuals, families, couples, and adults with Anger Management, Coping Skills, Anxiety, Family Conflict, and Relationship Issues. I firmly believe that by changing the perception of events, a person can indeed change their life.
(512) 764-0757 View (512) 764-0757
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Kathryn Smyth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77055
I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS), cognitive behavioral therapy, and somatic experiencing into our work together.
As a therapist, I am a compassionate witness to your story, helping you to heal, grow and thrive. I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where you can embark on a transformative journey towards empowerment, resilience and wholeness. I hold a deep belief in the inherent resilience of the human spirit and its capacity to heal from even the most challenging experiences. Whether you're facing past traumas, anxiety, life stressors, or any other emotional difficulties, I am here to guide you towards healing and recovery using various trauma-informed modalities.
I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS), cognitive behavioral therapy, and somatic experiencing into our work together.
As a therapist, I am a compassionate witness to your story, helping you to heal, grow and thrive. I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where you can embark on a transformative journey towards empowerment, resilience and wholeness. I hold a deep belief in the inherent resilience of the human spirit and its capacity to heal from even the most challenging experiences. Whether you're facing past traumas, anxiety, life stressors, or any other emotional difficulties, I am here to guide you towards healing and recovery using various trauma-informed modalities.
(832) 838-9879 View (832) 838-9879
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Paige Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77055
I work on an individual level & with parents to foster positive relationships throughout the family.
I work alongside children, families and adults on transitions, grief, tough behaviors and big feelings. Caregivers seeking support for their child's emotional regulation or behavioral challenges, I am here to support and guide with skill and compassion. I also provide parenting support and more specifically, "SPACE" or "supportive parenting for anxious childhood emotions" for parents of children experiencing anxiety, phobias or stress related to OCD. I have worked with clients with a variety of presenting concerns including anxiety disorders, depression, personality disorders, trauma, and interpersonal issues.
I work on an individual level & with parents to foster positive relationships throughout the family.
I work alongside children, families and adults on transitions, grief, tough behaviors and big feelings. Caregivers seeking support for their child's emotional regulation or behavioral challenges, I am here to support and guide with skill and compassion. I also provide parenting support and more specifically, "SPACE" or "supportive parenting for anxious childhood emotions" for parents of children experiencing anxiety, phobias or stress related to OCD. I have worked with clients with a variety of presenting concerns including anxiety disorders, depression, personality disorders, trauma, and interpersonal issues.
(832) 400-5629 View (832) 400-5629
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Dr. Rhonda Sneed
PhD, BCCC, CART
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77055  (Online Only)
Anger Management Adolescent & Teen Counseling Divorce Recovery Domestic Violence Family Counseling Grief Counseling Pre-Marital & Marriage Counseling .
Our purpose is to educate, equip, empower, encourage, instill, inspire and influence the masses toward the LOVE of Christ and His will for their lives, by giving them the necessary tools to LIVE a productive and purpose filled life that will be pleasing to God.
Anger Management Adolescent & Teen Counseling Divorce Recovery Domestic Violence Family Counseling Grief Counseling Pre-Marital & Marriage Counseling .
Our purpose is to educate, equip, empower, encourage, instill, inspire and influence the masses toward the LOVE of Christ and His will for their lives, by giving them the necessary tools to LIVE a productive and purpose filled life that will be pleasing to God.
(346) 206-1416 View (346) 206-1416
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.