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Wilfredo R Melendez
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Coral Springs, FL 33065  (Online Only)
If anxiety, depression, trauma, your relationship with your partner or with your family is getting in the way, let me help you. My mission in my practice is to help my clients overcome any obstacles that come their way so they can achieve their personal goals. I value the dignity of each person and use compassion, empathy and respect in my treatments. I have worked with people of all ages presenting with emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues. I have also helped many move from toxic environments to independence.
If anxiety, depression, trauma, your relationship with your partner or with your family is getting in the way, let me help you. My mission in my practice is to help my clients overcome any obstacles that come their way so they can achieve their personal goals. I value the dignity of each person and use compassion, empathy and respect in my treatments. I have worked with people of all ages presenting with emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues. I have also helped many move from toxic environments to independence.
(754) 254-2858 View (754) 254-2858
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Jorge Hincapie
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC, QS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33067
Do you feel like you would like to change your life and don’t know how? Are you feeling down, lonely, unmotivated, or not knowing what to do? Do you have problems at work or with your family or friends? Life challenges can become difficult to handle when we are alone and sometimes we need someone objective who we can trust and can help us. I am a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to helping people get better and feel good about themselves and life. I work with individual clients in person and online, in English and Spanish, ages 18 and up. Call me for a free 15-minute phone consultation.
Do you feel like you would like to change your life and don’t know how? Are you feeling down, lonely, unmotivated, or not knowing what to do? Do you have problems at work or with your family or friends? Life challenges can become difficult to handle when we are alone and sometimes we need someone objective who we can trust and can help us. I am a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to helping people get better and feel good about themselves and life. I work with individual clients in person and online, in English and Spanish, ages 18 and up. Call me for a free 15-minute phone consultation.
(754) 704-6066 View (754) 704-6066
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Marianne Dubin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Coral Springs, FL 33071
I am specialized in the area of addictive relationships, co-dependency, parenting, and working with the changes in the family dynamics.
I would like to introduce myself, I am Marianne Dubin. Asking for help takes courage. I find that the most important part of my job is to hear what you need when you contact me and determine whether my skills will meet your need. Then my job is is to lead you down the path of healing. I enjoy working with women, men, couples, & families. I have worked successfully with fear/panic, anxiety/depression, grief, loss, & trauma among many others. I am licensed, work with all ages, and all types of situations since 1990. Please contact me today.
I am specialized in the area of addictive relationships, co-dependency, parenting, and working with the changes in the family dynamics.
I would like to introduce myself, I am Marianne Dubin. Asking for help takes courage. I find that the most important part of my job is to hear what you need when you contact me and determine whether my skills will meet your need. Then my job is is to lead you down the path of healing. I enjoy working with women, men, couples, & families. I have worked successfully with fear/panic, anxiety/depression, grief, loss, & trauma among many others. I am licensed, work with all ages, and all types of situations since 1990. Please contact me today.
(754) 300-1354 View (754) 300-1354
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Margie Engle
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Coral Springs, FL 33076
Home visits are provided to view the family dynamics and identify the issues to be worked on.
Are you tired of feeling stressed, anxious or depressed? Seeking support is the first step and I can help. My masters degree is in school and mental health counseling. I have 26 years experience working with children, adults and families with depression, anxiety, self-harm, eating disorders and behavioral issues. I am a certified special educator, certified school counselor and a licensed mental health counselor. My focus is identifying the antecedents to the behavior(s) that need to be shaped. I then develop a successful treatment plan that specifically meets the needs of the child and family. Free consultations available.
Home visits are provided to view the family dynamics and identify the issues to be worked on.
Are you tired of feeling stressed, anxious or depressed? Seeking support is the first step and I can help. My masters degree is in school and mental health counseling. I have 26 years experience working with children, adults and families with depression, anxiety, self-harm, eating disorders and behavioral issues. I am a certified special educator, certified school counselor and a licensed mental health counselor. My focus is identifying the antecedents to the behavior(s) that need to be shaped. I then develop a successful treatment plan that specifically meets the needs of the child and family. Free consultations available.
(954) 870-4421 View (954) 870-4421
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Josephine Laquis Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LMHC, NCC, AABC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33067
Marriage and family therapy is brief solution-focused specific, with attainable therapeutic goals designed with the "end in mind".
I come to you. I believe in doing therapy in your own setting, but if you are uncomfortable with that, we do what makes you most comfortable. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists are trained as relationship specialists who help people transform their relationships. During the therapy process, adults, children, couples, or families spend time with a skilled clinician to address concerns which may be causing distress. The seed for growth and change is perceived to be within individuals and their relationships. The therapist acts as a catalyst for the process of individual and interpersonal growth.
Marriage and family therapy is brief solution-focused specific, with attainable therapeutic goals designed with the "end in mind".
I come to you. I believe in doing therapy in your own setting, but if you are uncomfortable with that, we do what makes you most comfortable. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists are trained as relationship specialists who help people transform their relationships. During the therapy process, adults, children, couples, or families spend time with a skilled clinician to address concerns which may be causing distress. The seed for growth and change is perceived to be within individuals and their relationships. The therapist acts as a catalyst for the process of individual and interpersonal growth.
(954) 874-8454 View (954) 874-8454
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Debbie Swayman
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33075  (Online Only)
With a focus on individual strengths, I am committed to helping you and your family find solutions that "fit" for you.
I offer a caring, non-judgmental and solution-oriented environment to help my clients feel safe to explore their problems and move forward in a more positive way. I work with individuals, couples and families, specializing in families facing the challenges of divorce, co-parenting and blended family adjustments. My other areas of expertise include adolescent/teen challenges, chronic pain and illness, as well grief and loss issues. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a clinical supervisor and have been an adjunct professor at NSU. Please don't hesitate to call me with questions or to discuss your personal situation.
With a focus on individual strengths, I am committed to helping you and your family find solutions that "fit" for you.
I offer a caring, non-judgmental and solution-oriented environment to help my clients feel safe to explore their problems and move forward in a more positive way. I work with individuals, couples and families, specializing in families facing the challenges of divorce, co-parenting and blended family adjustments. My other areas of expertise include adolescent/teen challenges, chronic pain and illness, as well grief and loss issues. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a clinical supervisor and have been an adjunct professor at NSU. Please don't hesitate to call me with questions or to discuss your personal situation.
(954) 341-2555 View (954) 341-2555
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Michelle Albo- Let's Talk 4Health
Counselor, LMHC, MCAP
Verified Verified
Coral Springs, FL 33071  (Online Only)
I work with depression, mood imbalances, anxiety and social disorders, school and work related stress, relationship and family issues, trauma, grief counseling and addictions.
It's my goal to create a comfortable, safe environment , where we will work together to achieve solutions in a highly confidential and professional way. With over 30 years of experience, I offer support for trauma, mood issues, and anxiety, and depression. Trained in EMDR and with a masters certification in addiction counseling, I work with clients to set clear and achievable goals. Your well-being is my priority and I'll provide caring guidance as we navigate life's challenges together. Let's uncover your path to fulfillment, peace and healing.
I work with depression, mood imbalances, anxiety and social disorders, school and work related stress, relationship and family issues, trauma, grief counseling and addictions.
It's my goal to create a comfortable, safe environment , where we will work together to achieve solutions in a highly confidential and professional way. With over 30 years of experience, I offer support for trauma, mood issues, and anxiety, and depression. Trained in EMDR and with a masters certification in addiction counseling, I work with clients to set clear and achievable goals. Your well-being is my priority and I'll provide caring guidance as we navigate life's challenges together. Let's uncover your path to fulfillment, peace and healing.
(754) 254-6039 View (754) 254-6039
Susan Glatzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CP
Verified Verified
Coral Springs, FL 33067
Using a variety of tools (Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodrama, Family Systems, etc.
You're viewing this site, so your journey has already begun. You have taken the first step to creating a more satisfying, powerful and joyful life. I am here to walk with you on this journey as you gain insight about how the patterns of your life were established; how they continue to play out in the present and, most importantly, how to devise and implement strategies for change.
Using a variety of tools (Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodrama, Family Systems, etc.
You're viewing this site, so your journey has already begun. You have taken the first step to creating a more satisfying, powerful and joyful life. I am here to walk with you on this journey as you gain insight about how the patterns of your life were established; how they continue to play out in the present and, most importantly, how to devise and implement strategies for change.
(954) 371-1505 View (954) 371-1505
Carol Gross, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33067  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
So many factors can contribute to someone needing help, and my family therapy, holistic approach to treatment has proven effective for over 20 years.
My ideal client is someone who wants to make positive changes. They are motivated to work with the therapist to identify problems, are willing to consider new approaches, and are willing to believe that they can solve problems, enrich relationships, and improve their lives. People often come to therapy when old ways of problem solving are not working for them when faced with a current problem. I work closely with clients facing challenges including but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, Postpartum Depression, Relationships, Parenting, Medical Issues, Caregivers, as well as ADHD (school/work related).
So many factors can contribute to someone needing help, and my family therapy, holistic approach to treatment has proven effective for over 20 years.
My ideal client is someone who wants to make positive changes. They are motivated to work with the therapist to identify problems, are willing to consider new approaches, and are willing to believe that they can solve problems, enrich relationships, and improve their lives. People often come to therapy when old ways of problem solving are not working for them when faced with a current problem. I work closely with clients facing challenges including but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, Postpartum Depression, Relationships, Parenting, Medical Issues, Caregivers, as well as ADHD (school/work related).
(954) 592-0329 View (954) 592-0329
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Orly Noiman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Coral Springs, FL 33067
Hello, thank you for your interest and for taking a few minutes to read my profile. Currently, parenting has become a challenging task for parents. We are all faced with so many changes seen in the way that societies have evolved. In my practice, I focus on supporting children and adolescents with learning disabilities, ADHD, academic concerns, emotional stress, anxiety, depression, and family relationship issues and challenges. Additionally, I counsel families on a wide range of clinical issues such as parenting, grief, loss, separation, divorce, and blended family issues.
Hello, thank you for your interest and for taking a few minutes to read my profile. Currently, parenting has become a challenging task for parents. We are all faced with so many changes seen in the way that societies have evolved. In my practice, I focus on supporting children and adolescents with learning disabilities, ADHD, academic concerns, emotional stress, anxiety, depression, and family relationship issues and challenges. Additionally, I counsel families on a wide range of clinical issues such as parenting, grief, loss, separation, divorce, and blended family issues.
(754) 529-7758 View (754) 529-7758
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Regain Your Strength Therapy Services LLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33071  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, & families around issues of depression/anxiety, behavioral concerns, parenting, relationships/family issues, adjustment/transitions, and trauma.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, & families around issues of depression/anxiety, behavioral concerns, parenting, relationships/family issues, adjustment/transitions, and trauma.
(954) 329-0850 View (954) 329-0850
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Chiedza Mashava
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, RMFTI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33065
Chiedza is passionate about helping clients gain insight, develop resilience, and build paths to well-being through her use of evidence-based techniques and family therapy modalities.
Meet Chiedza, a compassionate and dedicated therapist. Chiedza's approach to therapy is characterized by empathy and a commitment to assisting individuals in exploring their needs and desires, developing the tools needed to navigate life's challenges, and discovering their authentic selves. By creating a safe and welcoming therapeutic space and offering client-centered support, Chiedza helps individuals unlock inner strengths, develop life skills, and achieve desired outcomes while fostering growth and empowerment in each and everyone of their unique journeys.
Chiedza is passionate about helping clients gain insight, develop resilience, and build paths to well-being through her use of evidence-based techniques and family therapy modalities.
Meet Chiedza, a compassionate and dedicated therapist. Chiedza's approach to therapy is characterized by empathy and a commitment to assisting individuals in exploring their needs and desires, developing the tools needed to navigate life's challenges, and discovering their authentic selves. By creating a safe and welcoming therapeutic space and offering client-centered support, Chiedza helps individuals unlock inner strengths, develop life skills, and achieve desired outcomes while fostering growth and empowerment in each and everyone of their unique journeys.
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Gloria Ayala-St Charles
Counselor, MS, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33071
I am Gloria Ayala-St.Charles, a National Certified Counselor licensed in Florida. I specialize in Multicultural, Postpartum and Family/Marital/Parenting issues. I am bilingual (Spanish) and have worked with clients of various religious, spiritual and ethnic backgrounds including Latinos, African Americans, and West Indians for 25+ years. I work with children, teens and adults. I customize my approach with each client based upon their specific problem(s), their lifestyle, their support system, their health and nutrition thus connecting mind/body/spirit. I include partners, spouses and children whenever possible.
I am Gloria Ayala-St.Charles, a National Certified Counselor licensed in Florida. I specialize in Multicultural, Postpartum and Family/Marital/Parenting issues. I am bilingual (Spanish) and have worked with clients of various religious, spiritual and ethnic backgrounds including Latinos, African Americans, and West Indians for 25+ years. I work with children, teens and adults. I customize my approach with each client based upon their specific problem(s), their lifestyle, their support system, their health and nutrition thus connecting mind/body/spirit. I include partners, spouses and children whenever possible.
(954) 234-8278 View (954) 234-8278
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Nestor St. Charles
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MPS, MS, DBA, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33071
Individual, Couples, Family: I serve any gender, sexual orientation, and, any ethnic background especially English speaking immigrants.
My mission is to help you experience the positive feelings of joy, intimacy, love, peace, and contentment. We will focus on changing thoughts and behaviors to alter those aspects of your life that are contributing to your suffering, and, I will help you implement habits that promote growth and wellness. I will also coach you to obtain relief from both current and long standing issues that get in the way of happiness and fulfillment in your relational and professional life. You can expect a safe, supportive and caring relationship, and, measurable, rapid improvement in behavioral and emotional health.
Individual, Couples, Family: I serve any gender, sexual orientation, and, any ethnic background especially English speaking immigrants.
My mission is to help you experience the positive feelings of joy, intimacy, love, peace, and contentment. We will focus on changing thoughts and behaviors to alter those aspects of your life that are contributing to your suffering, and, I will help you implement habits that promote growth and wellness. I will also coach you to obtain relief from both current and long standing issues that get in the way of happiness and fulfillment in your relational and professional life. You can expect a safe, supportive and caring relationship, and, measurable, rapid improvement in behavioral and emotional health.
(954) 440-7585 View (954) 440-7585
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Illuminating Hope
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CCTS-I
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33067  (Online Only)
I have a great deal of experience working with couples on a variety of topics: codependency, infidelity, personality disorders, communication issues and blended family issues amongst other concerns.
I take a personal, relatable approach to working with all of my clients. I sincerely care about helping my clients gain clarity and insight while progressing towards developing the skills necessary to independently problem solve in the future. I do feel that we sometimes need to look backwards and work through past issues in order to lay a better foundation for the present. I will always seek to speak the truth with grace, even though it may be difficult to hear, in order to ensure that my clients have the information they need to make the best decisions for their situation.
I have a great deal of experience working with couples on a variety of topics: codependency, infidelity, personality disorders, communication issues and blended family issues amongst other concerns.
I take a personal, relatable approach to working with all of my clients. I sincerely care about helping my clients gain clarity and insight while progressing towards developing the skills necessary to independently problem solve in the future. I do feel that we sometimes need to look backwards and work through past issues in order to lay a better foundation for the present. I will always seek to speak the truth with grace, even though it may be difficult to hear, in order to ensure that my clients have the information they need to make the best decisions for their situation.
(954) 866-2049 View (954) 866-2049
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Vecc & Associates
Counselor, LMHC, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33067
We specialize with underlying issues contributing to adjustment disorders to new changes in life situations, Depression, Anxiety Treatment, Stress Management, (such as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Phobias & Fears), Bi-Polar Disorders, Substance Abuse Treatment, Anger Management, Stress Management, Career & Employment Development, Relationship Counseling, and Family issues.
Do you want a trained psychotherapist who specializes in getting to the cause of your stress in your life? You came to the right place.... Vecc & Associates have expertise for all your mental health needs.
We specialize with underlying issues contributing to adjustment disorders to new changes in life situations, Depression, Anxiety Treatment, Stress Management, (such as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Phobias & Fears), Bi-Polar Disorders, Substance Abuse Treatment, Anger Management, Stress Management, Career & Employment Development, Relationship Counseling, and Family issues.
Do you want a trained psychotherapist who specializes in getting to the cause of your stress in your life? You came to the right place.... Vecc & Associates have expertise for all your mental health needs.
(561) 350-1599 View (561) 350-1599
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Alison Bobroski
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Coral Springs, FL 33065
Alison Flynn Bobroski is a graduate of Walden University where she received her Master's Degree. She is an Independent Contract Clinician at Genesis Counseling with locations in Coral Springs, Boca Raton, Delray Beach and virtually throughout Florida. Alison has experience working with children, teens and adults. Alison worked with a multitude of presenting issues, such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, childhood related issues, behavioral issues, family conflict, stress and other presenting symptoms. She is trained in EMDR.
Alison Flynn Bobroski is a graduate of Walden University where she received her Master's Degree. She is an Independent Contract Clinician at Genesis Counseling with locations in Coral Springs, Boca Raton, Delray Beach and virtually throughout Florida. Alison has experience working with children, teens and adults. Alison worked with a multitude of presenting issues, such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, childhood related issues, behavioral issues, family conflict, stress and other presenting symptoms. She is trained in EMDR.
(754) 704-0749 View (754) 704-0749
Deborah S. Anicama
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, Ct, H
Verified Verified
Coral Springs, FL 33067
I,Deborah Anicama,am a licensed mental health counselor / psychotherapist/ hypnotherapist, Board Certified with American Psychotherapy Association and certified with National Board for Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists. In a supportive and collaborative working relationship I apply professional, compassionate expertise to create adjustments in regulating emotions, altering thought, behavior and communication patterns which often impede self-esteem, achievement, creativity, satisfying relationships, wellness and passion. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma, post-partum depression,life-transitions, marital or relationship issues, family conflict, parenting, separation/divorce/blended family, ADD/ADHD, Asbergers, anger management, childhood disorders, chronic illness, self-esteem, body imaging disorders.
I,Deborah Anicama,am a licensed mental health counselor / psychotherapist/ hypnotherapist, Board Certified with American Psychotherapy Association and certified with National Board for Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists. In a supportive and collaborative working relationship I apply professional, compassionate expertise to create adjustments in regulating emotions, altering thought, behavior and communication patterns which often impede self-esteem, achievement, creativity, satisfying relationships, wellness and passion. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma, post-partum depression,life-transitions, marital or relationship issues, family conflict, parenting, separation/divorce/blended family, ADD/ADHD, Asbergers, anger management, childhood disorders, chronic illness, self-esteem, body imaging disorders.
(954) 283-7929 View (954) 283-7929
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Marla Berger
Counselor, LMHC, ATR, RPT-S, Eagala
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33067
Imagine that your family had fun together.
You grew up dreaming about your future family, but now those dreams feel like nightmares. You wake up every day wondering what happened to you family? Why are things so hard? You feel like everyone else has the answers but you. You worry about your children's futures, wondering if they will be successful, happy and healthy. You fast-foreword your child's life and it worries you. What if they never learn the skills to be a good employee, good partner, good person? You imagine what they would be like to have as a co-worker and don't like what you see. You worry that they will never be able to stay on-task and finish assignments.
Imagine that your family had fun together.
You grew up dreaming about your future family, but now those dreams feel like nightmares. You wake up every day wondering what happened to you family? Why are things so hard? You feel like everyone else has the answers but you. You worry about your children's futures, wondering if they will be successful, happy and healthy. You fast-foreword your child's life and it worries you. What if they never learn the skills to be a good employee, good partner, good person? You imagine what they would be like to have as a co-worker and don't like what you see. You worry that they will never be able to stay on-task and finish assignments.
(561) 948-3403 View (561) 948-3403
Photo of Eileen Giovanna Somerville, Counselor in Coral Springs, FL
Eileen Giovanna Somerville
Counselor, LMHC, MCAP
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33071  (Online Only)
Personally, I consider my niche to be marriage, couples, & family therapy.
As a licensed therapist, my purpose is to guide, motivate, and empower clients to become a better version of themselves. My work is to facilitate positive changes and to illicit inner personal growth for those whom I help. As a clinician, I assist clients in being more self aware, managing emotions, and learning how to cope with life issues. I also address clients' thought patterns and behaviors to increase insight. I use solution focused and cognitive-behavioral therapeutic techniques to achieve this. I am passionate about helping people, and am determined to ensure that my clients experience a respectful, safe, and genuinely caring environment.
Personally, I consider my niche to be marriage, couples, & family therapy.
As a licensed therapist, my purpose is to guide, motivate, and empower clients to become a better version of themselves. My work is to facilitate positive changes and to illicit inner personal growth for those whom I help. As a clinician, I assist clients in being more self aware, managing emotions, and learning how to cope with life issues. I also address clients' thought patterns and behaviors to increase insight. I use solution focused and cognitive-behavioral therapeutic techniques to achieve this. I am passionate about helping people, and am determined to ensure that my clients experience a respectful, safe, and genuinely caring environment.
(954) 231-2453 View (954) 231-2453

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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.