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Greg L Griffin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAMFC, LPC
Verified Verified
McComb, MS 39648
Much of what I have learned about people, I learned from my dad who was a pastor for 55 years. I too have been in ministry for 30+ years. I see people every day people starving for fulfillment that is lasting and not just "feel good" emotions. Many people have had no foundation in life. They have been kicked from one place to another all of their lives. This causes deep wounds that need to be healed. I seek to "help" bring that healing. I consider my calling as a counselor one of great privilege, honor, and second only to my own family.
Much of what I have learned about people, I learned from my dad who was a pastor for 55 years. I too have been in ministry for 30+ years. I see people every day people starving for fulfillment that is lasting and not just "feel good" emotions. Many people have had no foundation in life. They have been kicked from one place to another all of their lives. This causes deep wounds that need to be healed. I seek to "help" bring that healing. I consider my calling as a counselor one of great privilege, honor, and second only to my own family.
(985) 351-6534 View (985) 351-6534
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Rosalin Landrews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
McComb, MS 39648  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Feeling down, anxious, confused, embarrassed, misunderstood, overwhelmed, hurt or lonely? Do you sometimes feel that you've lost your way trying to deal with the high demands, frequent transitions and complexities of life? Do you often feel stuck or pulled in too many directions? Are you stressed to the point of being unable to organize and manage your behavior and emotions? Are these feelings taking control of your days and preventing you from functioning how you want to? Are you bombarded with questions like "what's wrong" but don't have the energy, courage nor hope to open up? Have your efforts to cope created more problems?
Feeling down, anxious, confused, embarrassed, misunderstood, overwhelmed, hurt or lonely? Do you sometimes feel that you've lost your way trying to deal with the high demands, frequent transitions and complexities of life? Do you often feel stuck or pulled in too many directions? Are you stressed to the point of being unable to organize and manage your behavior and emotions? Are these feelings taking control of your days and preventing you from functioning how you want to? Are you bombarded with questions like "what's wrong" but don't have the energy, courage nor hope to open up? Have your efforts to cope created more problems?
(769) 287-8332 View (769) 287-8332

Online Therapists

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Serenity Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Brandon, MS 39042
Waitlist for new clients
Serenity Counseling & Wellness is a private mental health practice located in the Crossgates, Brandon/Pearl area of Rankin County. At Serenity, you will find a relaxed, warm, and nonjudgmental environment. Services offered include psychological testing and assessment conducted by a licensed psychologist and psychotherapy/counseling services by our team of highly-trained and experienced therapists. We specialize in individual psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and children. We also provide family, couples therapy, and addiction counseling. Even if you have struggled with the same problems for years, it is never too late to make positive changes and to find healing. Come see us!
Serenity Counseling & Wellness is a private mental health practice located in the Crossgates, Brandon/Pearl area of Rankin County. At Serenity, you will find a relaxed, warm, and nonjudgmental environment. Services offered include psychological testing and assessment conducted by a licensed psychologist and psychotherapy/counseling services by our team of highly-trained and experienced therapists. We specialize in individual psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and children. We also provide family, couples therapy, and addiction counseling. Even if you have struggled with the same problems for years, it is never too late to make positive changes and to find healing. Come see us!
(601) 633-0340 View (601) 633-0340
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Susan Herring
Licensed Professional Counselor, Susan Herring, LPC
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39157
Combining my training in the internal family systems model and my certification as a trauma specialist, I help clients find relief and healing from a range of traumatic experiences.
You do not have to be alone when life becomes challenging or feels overwhelming. The warmth and support of a skilled therapist can be invaluable when you find yourself in a difficult place. As a therapist I strive to create an environment where my clients feel that each and every part of them is welcome to show up and will be supported and valued.
Combining my training in the internal family systems model and my certification as a trauma specialist, I help clients find relief and healing from a range of traumatic experiences.
You do not have to be alone when life becomes challenging or feels overwhelming. The warmth and support of a skilled therapist can be invaluable when you find yourself in a difficult place. As a therapist I strive to create an environment where my clients feel that each and every part of them is welcome to show up and will be supported and valued.
(769) 231-9414 View (769) 231-9414
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Aaron Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Jackson, MS 39211
You could experience happiness in your marriage and family.
As a person in a painful relationship with someone close, or with yourself, you often ask what else you can do to make things better. It seems you have tried everything and everything has failed. You feel misunderstood and exhausted. In romance, love has died or is dying. As a parent, you know your child’s potential and wonder where it has gone. In addiction, anxiety, depression, or grief, you feel stuck and live with little hope of change. It is difficult to reach out and ask for help. Will you be able to connect with and benefit from a counselor?
You could experience happiness in your marriage and family.
As a person in a painful relationship with someone close, or with yourself, you often ask what else you can do to make things better. It seems you have tried everything and everything has failed. You feel misunderstood and exhausted. In romance, love has died or is dying. As a parent, you know your child’s potential and wonder where it has gone. In addiction, anxiety, depression, or grief, you feel stuck and live with little hope of change. It is difficult to reach out and ask for help. Will you be able to connect with and benefit from a counselor?
(769) 201-1379 View (769) 201-1379
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Inspiring Growth Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Byram, MS 39272
I specialize in encouraging and teaching skills in family support, team building, mental health education and psychometric testing.
I have been a therapist for 10+ years serving across various communities in the state of Mississippi. I am very passionate about helping others learn to inspire growth within themselves. I am committed to serving individuals of all ages. I want individuals to learn and understand that everyone at one point or another in their lives needed help and with that help they can be empowered to return to healthy functioning. I also want them to know that by getting the help they need they place themselves in a position to help someone else from their growth.
I specialize in encouraging and teaching skills in family support, team building, mental health education and psychometric testing.
I have been a therapist for 10+ years serving across various communities in the state of Mississippi. I am very passionate about helping others learn to inspire growth within themselves. I am committed to serving individuals of all ages. I want individuals to learn and understand that everyone at one point or another in their lives needed help and with that help they can be empowered to return to healthy functioning. I also want them to know that by getting the help they need they place themselves in a position to help someone else from their growth.
(601) 843-2349 View (601) 843-2349
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LaShonna Fletcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Clinton, MS 39056
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor(LPC-S). I attended the Mississippi College and received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology minor in Biology. I also received my Master of Science in Marriage and Family Counseling from Mississippi College. Currently trained in EMDR and TF-CBT which is the golden standard for trauma therapy. I strive to help people achieve their full potential and purpose in life. I believe every person has unique value and I desire to help each client meet their maximum potential. My specialties include bipolar disorder, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and Immigration Evaluations.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor(LPC-S). I attended the Mississippi College and received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology minor in Biology. I also received my Master of Science in Marriage and Family Counseling from Mississippi College. Currently trained in EMDR and TF-CBT which is the golden standard for trauma therapy. I strive to help people achieve their full potential and purpose in life. I believe every person has unique value and I desire to help each client meet their maximum potential. My specialties include bipolar disorder, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and Immigration Evaluations.
(601) 265-6907 View (601) 265-6907
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Carlie Jo LeBlanc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ridgeland, MS 39157
I specialize in a wide variety of issues not limited to: addiction, family/relationship conflict, self-esteem, a range of mood disorders, and life transitions.
Accepting New Clients! Most of us need help at one time or another in our lives. Asking for help is not always easy. However, it is always important to realize our own limitations and allow ourselves to feel better. Therapy is for everyone, whether you’ve experienced trauma, want to learn skills to better your relationships, or regulate your own emotions and reactions. As your therapist, I will meet you exactly where you are without judgment. I will provide a safe and empathic place where you are able to explore and deepen your connection to yourself, as well as building and strengthening your connection with others.
I specialize in a wide variety of issues not limited to: addiction, family/relationship conflict, self-esteem, a range of mood disorders, and life transitions.
Accepting New Clients! Most of us need help at one time or another in our lives. Asking for help is not always easy. However, it is always important to realize our own limitations and allow ourselves to feel better. Therapy is for everyone, whether you’ve experienced trauma, want to learn skills to better your relationships, or regulate your own emotions and reactions. As your therapist, I will meet you exactly where you are without judgment. I will provide a safe and empathic place where you are able to explore and deepen your connection to yourself, as well as building and strengthening your connection with others.
(601) 873-6509 View (601) 873-6509
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Carter's Compassionate Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, LMHT
Verified Verified
Brandon, MS 39042
My areas of focus are family, pre-marital and marital counseling, divorce recovery, sexual addiction in women, sexual abuse, rape recovery, sex therapy, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, infertility/birth trauma, anger and stress management.
Hello my name is Aleicha Carter I am a licensed professional counselor and a minister. I am compassionate about helping others find peace and freedom from past and present pains. I provide a safe non-judgmental environment in which you can be truly heard and understood no matter what issues you are facing. Within this non-judgmental environment you can safely work to strengthen your own abilities, restore and heal your relationships. You will be able to let go of secrets, shame, and unresolved pain that is causing your life to be unproductive .
My areas of focus are family, pre-marital and marital counseling, divorce recovery, sexual addiction in women, sexual abuse, rape recovery, sex therapy, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, infertility/birth trauma, anger and stress management.
Hello my name is Aleicha Carter I am a licensed professional counselor and a minister. I am compassionate about helping others find peace and freedom from past and present pains. I provide a safe non-judgmental environment in which you can be truly heard and understood no matter what issues you are facing. Within this non-judgmental environment you can safely work to strengthen your own abilities, restore and heal your relationships. You will be able to let go of secrets, shame, and unresolved pain that is causing your life to be unproductive .
(601) 453-1870 View (601) 453-1870
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Anna Grider
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39157
I am a Blue Cross Blue Shield provider. One thing I've learned both by counseling others and being counseled is that we cannot shame ourselves into the person we want to be. I believe if we approach ourselves with curiosity, compassion, and gentleness, we will be surprised at what we will learn, what we can accomplish, and how we can heal. I also believe in the connective power of humor and storytelling within the therapeutic environment. I commonly work with clients dealing with: abuse, trust and betrayal, communication breakdowns, complicated family dynamics, grief, shame, anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
I am a Blue Cross Blue Shield provider. One thing I've learned both by counseling others and being counseled is that we cannot shame ourselves into the person we want to be. I believe if we approach ourselves with curiosity, compassion, and gentleness, we will be surprised at what we will learn, what we can accomplish, and how we can heal. I also believe in the connective power of humor and storytelling within the therapeutic environment. I commonly work with clients dealing with: abuse, trust and betrayal, communication breakdowns, complicated family dynamics, grief, shame, anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
(601) 440-2235 View (601) 440-2235
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Dr. Joshua Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Gulfport, MS 39501
Whether it’s anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, family/relationship issues, yearly mental health and wellness check-up, or you're a therapist/helper who needs one, Soul Healing Psychotherapy & Wellness is here to serve you.
NOTE: NO insurances are being accepted at this time! Are you feeling overwhelmed? Feeling stuck? Are you feeling broken and ready to start your healing journey? Help is here. It’s time to transform your mind and your life by learning emotional health and wellness principles. I am passionate about helping people live emotionally healthy, whole, and free.
Whether it’s anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, family/relationship issues, yearly mental health and wellness check-up, or you're a therapist/helper who needs one, Soul Healing Psychotherapy & Wellness is here to serve you.
NOTE: NO insurances are being accepted at this time! Are you feeling overwhelmed? Feeling stuck? Are you feeling broken and ready to start your healing journey? Help is here. It’s time to transform your mind and your life by learning emotional health and wellness principles. I am passionate about helping people live emotionally healthy, whole, and free.
(228) 231-0914 View (228) 231-0914
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Kathryn Wright
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, BC-TMH, NCC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Post-COVID many people have struggled to move forward with their personal goals or have had major life changes. Family/friend dynamics have also shifted and researchers are reporting higher rates of depression, anxiety, and anger-related issues. Now is the time to invest in yourself to become stronger and healthier moving forward! I am available in person in Vicksburg, MS and am available via telehealth in Mississippi and Louisiana.
Post-COVID many people have struggled to move forward with their personal goals or have had major life changes. Family/friend dynamics have also shifted and researchers are reporting higher rates of depression, anxiety, and anger-related issues. Now is the time to invest in yourself to become stronger and healthier moving forward! I am available in person in Vicksburg, MS and am available via telehealth in Mississippi and Louisiana.
(769) 227-3951 View (769) 227-3951
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Felicia Cameron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jackson, MS 39211
Waitlist for new clients
Accepting New Clients in Summer 2024! Sometimes you just need a hand to help you through the tough times of life. In life, everyone experiences highs and lows. At our points of life, it is when we just need someone to gives us a hand to help us through it. I am here to help you through it. Working together (you and I) as a team, I can be there you with you as you through the lows of life (loss of a job, employment problems, grief, family issues, relationship issues, trauma, and everyday life problems). I want to be there to help you through the lows and I want to be there to celebrate your highs and success as we work together.
Accepting New Clients in Summer 2024! Sometimes you just need a hand to help you through the tough times of life. In life, everyone experiences highs and lows. At our points of life, it is when we just need someone to gives us a hand to help us through it. I am here to help you through it. Working together (you and I) as a team, I can be there you with you as you through the lows of life (loss of a job, employment problems, grief, family issues, relationship issues, trauma, and everyday life problems). I want to be there to help you through the lows and I want to be there to celebrate your highs and success as we work together.
(769) 227-5245 View (769) 227-5245
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Tarea Stout
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Madison, MS 39110
Tarea Stout provides individual and family counseling, career coaching, consulting, and training.
Life can be hard! Throwing us curve balls with all types of stress – emotional, chronic illness or pain, mental and physical disabilities, educational and learning disabilities, grief, trauma, and family challenges. These stressors can often bring about depression, anxiety, and more in our lives which makes life even more difficult. As a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 25 years, Tarea Stout has helped people who have faced all types of challenges. Tarea specializes in areas where physical or medical conditions affect mental health, trauma, anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and intellectual/developmental disabilities.
Tarea Stout provides individual and family counseling, career coaching, consulting, and training.
Life can be hard! Throwing us curve balls with all types of stress – emotional, chronic illness or pain, mental and physical disabilities, educational and learning disabilities, grief, trauma, and family challenges. These stressors can often bring about depression, anxiety, and more in our lives which makes life even more difficult. As a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 25 years, Tarea Stout has helped people who have faced all types of challenges. Tarea specializes in areas where physical or medical conditions affect mental health, trauma, anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and intellectual/developmental disabilities.
(601) 844-6901 View (601) 844-6901
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Kevin W Armstrong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Ridgeland, MS 39157
Waitlist for new clients
I can also help with interventions and family intensives as needed.
Kevin Armstrong provides professional counseling to families, couples and adult individuals. Kevin received his undergraduate degree from Mississippi State University and his Masters of Arts in Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Kevin is dedicated to providing the highest standard of professional service while remaining respectful, nonjudgmental, and is well equipped to address a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, marriage and family problems, addiction, parenting difficulties, and more.
I can also help with interventions and family intensives as needed.
Kevin Armstrong provides professional counseling to families, couples and adult individuals. Kevin received his undergraduate degree from Mississippi State University and his Masters of Arts in Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Kevin is dedicated to providing the highest standard of professional service while remaining respectful, nonjudgmental, and is well equipped to address a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, marriage and family problems, addiction, parenting difficulties, and more.
(662) 246-2425 View (662) 246-2425
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Morgan Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC-S, RPT, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39157
Is your child struggling at home or school? Having anger outbursts, defiant behaviors or big emotional shifts? Need help navigating family conflict & transitions? Sometimes life can get messy & we all need help to get through the chaos! I am here to work with your child (ages 3-19) & your family to sort through the struggles that may be going on in your lives. Together we can work through these struggles with individual child sessions with prescriptive interventions & coping skills, family therapy, and/or Play Therapy, as well as parent-only sessions to make sure we are moving forward together! No problem is too big or too small!
Is your child struggling at home or school? Having anger outbursts, defiant behaviors or big emotional shifts? Need help navigating family conflict & transitions? Sometimes life can get messy & we all need help to get through the chaos! I am here to work with your child (ages 3-19) & your family to sort through the struggles that may be going on in your lives. Together we can work through these struggles with individual child sessions with prescriptive interventions & coping skills, family therapy, and/or Play Therapy, as well as parent-only sessions to make sure we are moving forward together! No problem is too big or too small!
(769) 206-8091 View (769) 206-8091
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Paula L. Hollingsworth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gulfport, MS 39503  (Online Only)
My goal as your counselor is to empower you to become the best YOU possible. Being a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for many years, I have experience assisting Individuals, Couples and Families navigate daily trials. Whether it be marriage and family crises, a traumatic experience, relationship issues, or various other mental health issues, I am committed to helping you unravel and discover the best version of yourself.
My goal as your counselor is to empower you to become the best YOU possible. Being a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for many years, I have experience assisting Individuals, Couples and Families navigate daily trials. Whether it be marriage and family crises, a traumatic experience, relationship issues, or various other mental health issues, I am committed to helping you unravel and discover the best version of yourself.
(228) 364-1976 View (228) 364-1976
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Tavia McNair Cavett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CEAP
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39157
In addition to addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, marriage and family issues, grief, addiction, job stress, and burnout, I have extensive experience and training in employee assistance programs.
We all have an intrinsic knowing – what we want for our life, what is working, what is not – but sometimes it is difficult to see, feel, and recognize it. That is where therapy can help. Consider me your guide. I will work alongside you as we chart a path to find your authentic life – your true self. With expanded awareness, it is possible to not only see but to also act on the things in your life that you want to, and can change. But it takes time and a safe space to share and be present with your vulnerabilities.
In addition to addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, marriage and family issues, grief, addiction, job stress, and burnout, I have extensive experience and training in employee assistance programs.
We all have an intrinsic knowing – what we want for our life, what is working, what is not – but sometimes it is difficult to see, feel, and recognize it. That is where therapy can help. Consider me your guide. I will work alongside you as we chart a path to find your authentic life – your true self. With expanded awareness, it is possible to not only see but to also act on the things in your life that you want to, and can change. But it takes time and a safe space to share and be present with your vulnerabilities.
(769) 207-7513 View (769) 207-7513
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L. Shirika Bevill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39157
I specialize in helping individuals with a variety of issues such as self-esteem, depression, anxiety, pre-marital counseling, marriage/couples counseling, grief, family conflict, trauma and stress management.
Asking for help can be difficult, but often necessary to make the changes we desire in our lives. When life is challenging, we all need support, understanding, respect, and compassion. Initiating therapy involves courage and hope. I will guide you every step of the way to help you reach your full potential. I will work collaboratively with you to help you resolve problems and reach your goals for personal wellbeing.
I specialize in helping individuals with a variety of issues such as self-esteem, depression, anxiety, pre-marital counseling, marriage/couples counseling, grief, family conflict, trauma and stress management.
Asking for help can be difficult, but often necessary to make the changes we desire in our lives. When life is challenging, we all need support, understanding, respect, and compassion. Initiating therapy involves courage and hope. I will guide you every step of the way to help you reach your full potential. I will work collaboratively with you to help you resolve problems and reach your goals for personal wellbeing.
(769) 207-7638 View (769) 207-7638
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Syd King
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hattiesburg, MS 39406  (Online Only)
I am trained in Internal Family Systems Therapy—a transformative therapeutic modality promoting a holistic, affirming, & non-pathologizing approach to gain harmony within.
We all crave connection with others. We thrive when we experience belonging & acceptance, both within our own souls & the hearts of others. When that connection is weakened or damaged through struggles with communication, lack of safety, or fears of rejection, we often resort to strategies aimed at self-protection. While that protection is sacred, I want to help that protector within you learn to trust your Self & follow your lead. You have within you a powerful resource of connection, compassion, & creativity. I seek to assist you in reclaiming your sacred power—your internal capacity to promote healing, resilience, & pleasure.
I am trained in Internal Family Systems Therapy—a transformative therapeutic modality promoting a holistic, affirming, & non-pathologizing approach to gain harmony within.
We all crave connection with others. We thrive when we experience belonging & acceptance, both within our own souls & the hearts of others. When that connection is weakened or damaged through struggles with communication, lack of safety, or fears of rejection, we often resort to strategies aimed at self-protection. While that protection is sacred, I want to help that protector within you learn to trust your Self & follow your lead. You have within you a powerful resource of connection, compassion, & creativity. I seek to assist you in reclaiming your sacred power—your internal capacity to promote healing, resilience, & pleasure.
(614) 407-0597 View (614) 407-0597

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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.