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Jennifer L Yarns
Counselor, MS, LIMHP, LADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68114
Her career includes work at The Discovery Center, Santa Monica House, Lutheran Family Services and Douglas County Drug Court.
Jennifer is an experienced therapist who values your individuality and confidentiality. She believes you have worth and deserve a life filled with love and understanding. Jennifer is experienced with diverse backgrounds and will provide you a safe place to discover your own pace for healing and growth. Jennifer Yarns specializes in addressing alcohol and drug issues and is knowledgeable and experienced with issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationships. She works with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues and provides services ranging from individual to group and mental health, chemical dependency and dual diagnosis.
Her career includes work at The Discovery Center, Santa Monica House, Lutheran Family Services and Douglas County Drug Court.
Jennifer is an experienced therapist who values your individuality and confidentiality. She believes you have worth and deserve a life filled with love and understanding. Jennifer is experienced with diverse backgrounds and will provide you a safe place to discover your own pace for healing and growth. Jennifer Yarns specializes in addressing alcohol and drug issues and is knowledgeable and experienced with issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationships. She works with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues and provides services ranging from individual to group and mental health, chemical dependency and dual diagnosis.
(402) 316-7933 View (402) 316-7933
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Spence Counseling Center
Counselor, LIMHP, LPC, CDGC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68137
We are Faith Based Counseling. Wherever you may be in life's journey, we are committed to helping you find strength, knowledge, and the skills to break the patterns that damage relationships and cause emotional pain. It is our mission to help hurting people find genuine healing. The therapists at Spence Counseling Center specialize in marriage and family therapy, teens, grief and loss, sexual addictions, anxiety and depression, substance abuse, and other mental health issues.
We are Faith Based Counseling. Wherever you may be in life's journey, we are committed to helping you find strength, knowledge, and the skills to break the patterns that damage relationships and cause emotional pain. It is our mission to help hurting people find genuine healing. The therapists at Spence Counseling Center specialize in marriage and family therapy, teens, grief and loss, sexual addictions, anxiety and depression, substance abuse, and other mental health issues.
(402) 281-9379 x2022 View (402) 281-9379 x2022
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Ann E Gray
Counselor, MA, LIMHP, CPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68137
With over 20 years of experience, I have helped people heal trauma, abuse, relationships, and family systems.
I provide a safe, neutral, and active role to help you identify issues and work through them in a supportive way. I like to employ a varied approach depending on client need and I tailor treatment to fit your personality and strengths. I believe that through difficult times big personal growth can occur, and that our difficulties can be taken as a call for change.
With over 20 years of experience, I have helped people heal trauma, abuse, relationships, and family systems.
I provide a safe, neutral, and active role to help you identify issues and work through them in a supportive way. I like to employ a varied approach depending on client need and I tailor treatment to fit your personality and strengths. I believe that through difficult times big personal growth can occur, and that our difficulties can be taken as a call for change.
(402) 673-6753 View (402) 673-6753
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Stacy Campbell (Davidson)
Counselor, LIMHP, LPC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68144
I enjoy working with individuals with eating disorders, self - esteem issues, trauma history, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. I also work with a lot of clients in family issues, couples counseling and enjoy clients of all ages and backgrounds.
I enjoy working with individuals with eating disorders, self - esteem issues, trauma history, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. I also work with a lot of clients in family issues, couples counseling and enjoy clients of all ages and backgrounds.
(402) 519-2788 View (402) 519-2788
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Center for Counseling & Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68114
As a therapist I enjoy working with a variety of groups. I do individual, family and couples therapy, but particularly enjoy working with teens and young women. I enjoy empowering youth while they transition through their developmental tasks and into adulthood. I enjoy working with individuals interested in overcoming obstacles and developing their true potential. I utilize a combination of psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral approaches to meet the needs of my clients. With unconditional support, we can examine ourselves and learn to move forward to meet our personal goals.
As a therapist I enjoy working with a variety of groups. I do individual, family and couples therapy, but particularly enjoy working with teens and young women. I enjoy empowering youth while they transition through their developmental tasks and into adulthood. I enjoy working with individuals interested in overcoming obstacles and developing their true potential. I utilize a combination of psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral approaches to meet the needs of my clients. With unconditional support, we can examine ourselves and learn to move forward to meet our personal goals.
(402) 786-8056 View (402) 786-8056
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Deanna Hanquist
Counselor, MS, LMHP, LPA
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68137
With 32 years experience in helping clients address and change the thoughts and behaviors that cause emotional pain, I offer an accepting, compassionate approach to help you get what you want in life, love, work, and family.
Are you searching for a way to put the joy back in your life? Just as we all want happiness, success, and meaningful relationships, we also sometimes feel broken and overwhelmed. Sometimes the events in our lives simply overshadow our ability to cope. This is when I am able to help. I help those who seek solutions to everyday life problems. I work with adults, teenagers, and families struggling with stress, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship problems, and life transitions. In addition, I specialize in working with those struggling with adoption issues (both adoptees and parents).
With 32 years experience in helping clients address and change the thoughts and behaviors that cause emotional pain, I offer an accepting, compassionate approach to help you get what you want in life, love, work, and family.
Are you searching for a way to put the joy back in your life? Just as we all want happiness, success, and meaningful relationships, we also sometimes feel broken and overwhelmed. Sometimes the events in our lives simply overshadow our ability to cope. This is when I am able to help. I help those who seek solutions to everyday life problems. I work with adults, teenagers, and families struggling with stress, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship problems, and life transitions. In addition, I specialize in working with those struggling with adoption issues (both adoptees and parents).
(402) 214-1280 View (402) 214-1280
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Aspire and Revive Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68164
Jennifer has been a therapist for 11 years, working with children, teenagers, adults, and families. She has specialized in helping clients who have experienced trauma but also works with individuals and families on a variety of other concerns such as anxiety, depression, attention problems, bipolar disorder, intellectual delays/ functioning, grief and loss, LGBTQ+, and family relationships. Jennifer's primary focus is to assist others in discovering and developing their own self worth, taking ownership for when they've lost control, and finding a way to move forward.
Jennifer has been a therapist for 11 years, working with children, teenagers, adults, and families. She has specialized in helping clients who have experienced trauma but also works with individuals and families on a variety of other concerns such as anxiety, depression, attention problems, bipolar disorder, intellectual delays/ functioning, grief and loss, LGBTQ+, and family relationships. Jennifer's primary focus is to assist others in discovering and developing their own self worth, taking ownership for when they've lost control, and finding a way to move forward.
(402) 607-8357 View (402) 607-8357
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Nicole M Obrecht
Counselor, MS, LIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68137
Waitlist for new clients
Nicole is also a Level 1 and Level 2 trained EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist as well as being IFS (Internal Family Systems) informed.
Nicole has been a therapist in the Omaha community for over 17 years. She has worked in a variety of settings including home-based services, intensive outpatient for eating disorders, school-based counseling services, and private group practice. Nicole specializes in treating depression, anxiety, perinatal mental health, eating disorders, grief, trauma, life transitions, LGBTQ+ teens and adults, and women’s issues. She enjoys working with adolescents and adults.
Nicole is also a Level 1 and Level 2 trained EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist as well as being IFS (Internal Family Systems) informed.
Nicole has been a therapist in the Omaha community for over 17 years. She has worked in a variety of settings including home-based services, intensive outpatient for eating disorders, school-based counseling services, and private group practice. Nicole specializes in treating depression, anxiety, perinatal mental health, eating disorders, grief, trauma, life transitions, LGBTQ+ teens and adults, and women’s issues. She enjoys working with adolescents and adults.
(402) 791-6997 View (402) 791-6997
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Morgan Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LIMHP, LIMFT, PLADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68137
Waitlist for new clients
I have certifications in EMDR therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and Guy Diamond Attachment-Based Family Therapy.
I am passionate about working with individuals, couples, and families. I understand that therapy is hard work, I desire to walk alongside my clients as they embark on their unique journey toward healing. I believe that all of my clients have the power to enact change in their lives and seek to encourage and challenge them as they move towards their goals. I strive to provide my clients with empathy and compassion and to create an environment where they feel safe to process their emotions and experiences. I am a firm believer in the power of hope, grace, and humor.
I have certifications in EMDR therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and Guy Diamond Attachment-Based Family Therapy.
I am passionate about working with individuals, couples, and families. I understand that therapy is hard work, I desire to walk alongside my clients as they embark on their unique journey toward healing. I believe that all of my clients have the power to enact change in their lives and seek to encourage and challenge them as they move towards their goals. I strive to provide my clients with empathy and compassion and to create an environment where they feel safe to process their emotions and experiences. I am a firm believer in the power of hope, grace, and humor.
(531) 228-4723 View (531) 228-4723
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Tracy L Grothe
Counselor, MEd, EdS, LIMHP, LPC-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68135
Together, we can handle life's curve balls such as dealing with illness, adjusting to college and/or work with a disability, overcoming job related fatigue/burnout, enhancing advocacy strategies for caregivers of disabled family members.
Sometimes life throws us a serious curve ball; whether it's coming to terms with a new medical diagnosis, adapting a disability, coping with the stress of career transition, or the loss of a significant relationship, these dilemmas can send us reeling. Any traumatic life event can leave us angry, sad, anxious, confused, isolated or just plain stuck and overwhelmed. My practical counseling philosophy supports clients with grief, trauma, relationship conflicts, financial stress, health issues, and vocational challenges presented by change, loss, new or existing disabilities.
Together, we can handle life's curve balls such as dealing with illness, adjusting to college and/or work with a disability, overcoming job related fatigue/burnout, enhancing advocacy strategies for caregivers of disabled family members.
Sometimes life throws us a serious curve ball; whether it's coming to terms with a new medical diagnosis, adapting a disability, coping with the stress of career transition, or the loss of a significant relationship, these dilemmas can send us reeling. Any traumatic life event can leave us angry, sad, anxious, confused, isolated or just plain stuck and overwhelmed. My practical counseling philosophy supports clients with grief, trauma, relationship conflicts, financial stress, health issues, and vocational challenges presented by change, loss, new or existing disabilities.
(402) 704-3519 View (402) 704-3519
Misty Warren
Counselor, MS, NCC, LIMHP, TLMHC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68135
BHIS is a great addition to the therapy process for quicker improvements and family interaction! BHIS is an IA Medicaid service.
"Life’s difficulties can be overwhelming and at times feel unmanageable. Utilizing aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques, I can assist you in learning skills to manage life’s stressors and decrease that overwhelming feeling. Together, we can navigate through the therapeutic process and find what is comfortable for you. I assist individuals to address things such as relationships, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, and behaviors. I provide therapy for ages five and up for individuals, couples, families and groups. We also offer teen, adult male and female groups.
BHIS is a great addition to the therapy process for quicker improvements and family interaction! BHIS is an IA Medicaid service.
"Life’s difficulties can be overwhelming and at times feel unmanageable. Utilizing aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques, I can assist you in learning skills to manage life’s stressors and decrease that overwhelming feeling. Together, we can navigate through the therapeutic process and find what is comfortable for you. I assist individuals to address things such as relationships, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, and behaviors. I provide therapy for ages five and up for individuals, couples, families and groups. We also offer teen, adult male and female groups.
(531) 233-1169 View (531) 233-1169
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Deanne O'Flaherty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LIMHP, LCSW
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68124
Are you struggling with relationship, family, or life transition stressors? Having difficulty managing symptoms of anxiety or depression? Sometimes life stressors and our emotions become overwhelming, and we have difficulty managing everyday tasks. It can help to have some guidance to process issues, assist with problem-solving, and learn healthier coping skills. I am a non-judgmental, supportive, and collaborative therapist that will work with you on your journey to a healthier and happier you!
Are you struggling with relationship, family, or life transition stressors? Having difficulty managing symptoms of anxiety or depression? Sometimes life stressors and our emotions become overwhelming, and we have difficulty managing everyday tasks. It can help to have some guidance to process issues, assist with problem-solving, and learn healthier coping skills. I am a non-judgmental, supportive, and collaborative therapist that will work with you on your journey to a healthier and happier you!
(402) 791-6831 View (402) 791-6831
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Sarah Genereux
Counselor, LMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68137
Expertise areas: PCIT, TF-CBT, EMDR, Developmentally Disabled, Christian Therapy, Behavioral Disorders with children; Women's issues; Child, Adolescent and Family Therapy.
Hello! I am so glad you reached out and are taking this brave step. I love working with people of all ages... Young children age 2 and older, elementary age kiddos, teenagers, and adults. I work well in the areas of trauma, attachment, foster care and adoption, behaviors, ADHD, depression, anxiety, bi-polar and many other areas of mental health. I feel everyone at one time or another would benefit from having their own counselor.
Expertise areas: PCIT, TF-CBT, EMDR, Developmentally Disabled, Christian Therapy, Behavioral Disorders with children; Women's issues; Child, Adolescent and Family Therapy.
Hello! I am so glad you reached out and are taking this brave step. I love working with people of all ages... Young children age 2 and older, elementary age kiddos, teenagers, and adults. I work well in the areas of trauma, attachment, foster care and adoption, behaviors, ADHD, depression, anxiety, bi-polar and many other areas of mental health. I feel everyone at one time or another would benefit from having their own counselor.
(402) 500-1974 View (402) 500-1974
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Tenora Bannister
Counselor, LIMHP, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68144
I am trained in both EMDR & Brainspotting and I work primarily with adolescents, adults & family systems.
Life is a journey and at times can be lonely and I am a firm believer that having an outside perspective to offer support, guidance and unconditional acceptance can be of extreme value and importance. Whether it be relationship issues, low self-esteem, challenges with communicating, struggles with work, difficulties making decisions, frustrations with teens or even with parents, divorce, eating disorders and just general life coaching, having a compassionate support can make all the difference a person needs to live a successful and HAPPY life! Call today and take the first step towards change!
I am trained in both EMDR & Brainspotting and I work primarily with adolescents, adults & family systems.
Life is a journey and at times can be lonely and I am a firm believer that having an outside perspective to offer support, guidance and unconditional acceptance can be of extreme value and importance. Whether it be relationship issues, low self-esteem, challenges with communicating, struggles with work, difficulties making decisions, frustrations with teens or even with parents, divorce, eating disorders and just general life coaching, having a compassionate support can make all the difference a person needs to live a successful and HAPPY life! Call today and take the first step towards change!
(402) 795-1636 View (402) 795-1636
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Julia Dreamer
Counselor, MA, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68144
The feelings that may be the underlying cause of your distress, anger, overeating, lack of assertiveness, dysfunctional family patterns, parenting issues, etc.
At some point in your life you may find yourself feeling unproductive, unsatisfied, stressed out, or even stuck in pattern's of self-destructive feelings and behaviors. Would you like to find yourself feeling more clear, hopeful, decisive and energetic? Would you like to learn mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance?
The feelings that may be the underlying cause of your distress, anger, overeating, lack of assertiveness, dysfunctional family patterns, parenting issues, etc.
At some point in your life you may find yourself feeling unproductive, unsatisfied, stressed out, or even stuck in pattern's of self-destructive feelings and behaviors. Would you like to find yourself feeling more clear, hopeful, decisive and energetic? Would you like to learn mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance?
(402) 764-9711 View (402) 764-9711
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Melisa Barnes
Counselor, MA, LMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68154
I have worked with clients of all ages for 15+ years. Being able to trust and be open and honest with your therapist is the most important factor in choosing a counselor and maintaining a therapuetic, helpful relationship. My strengths are building open, relationships with my clients while working together towards achieving goals. Life is all about growth and change, which isn't always easy or comfortable. My commitment as a therapist is to provide a compassionate environment that offers unconditional acceptance and support where an individual, couple, or family can make positive changes while developing lifelong effective coping skills.
I have worked with clients of all ages for 15+ years. Being able to trust and be open and honest with your therapist is the most important factor in choosing a counselor and maintaining a therapuetic, helpful relationship. My strengths are building open, relationships with my clients while working together towards achieving goals. Life is all about growth and change, which isn't always easy or comfortable. My commitment as a therapist is to provide a compassionate environment that offers unconditional acceptance and support where an individual, couple, or family can make positive changes while developing lifelong effective coping skills.
(402) 509-8666 View (402) 509-8666
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Alex Ruh
Counselor, LIMHP, LCMHC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68154  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I offer help to individuals who may have problems such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relational, family problems, and more.
Taking time to listen and hear your struggles is the core of what I do. Learning new skills to help overcome these struggles is what you and I will do together. I strongly believe the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors in therapy, therefore I will work with you at whatever pace necessary, so you feel safe and comfortable sharing your most vulnerable experiences. Processing and uncovering issues that connect our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can be challenging; you don't have to do it alone.
I offer help to individuals who may have problems such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relational, family problems, and more.
Taking time to listen and hear your struggles is the core of what I do. Learning new skills to help overcome these struggles is what you and I will do together. I strongly believe the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors in therapy, therefore I will work with you at whatever pace necessary, so you feel safe and comfortable sharing your most vulnerable experiences. Processing and uncovering issues that connect our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can be challenging; you don't have to do it alone.
(402) 971-6241 View (402) 971-6241
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Kristine R. Pratt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LIMHP, CMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68101
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist. I started in the addiction field and treated substance abuse, eating disorders, and problematic sexual behaviors. I have 17 years experience and have worked with many individuals, couples, families. I can help you with anything from marital issues to individual concerns like depression and anxiety. I have also worked with clients who have experienced trauma in their life from physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. I love the process of getting to assist people in becoming their best self and watching healing and growth.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist. I started in the addiction field and treated substance abuse, eating disorders, and problematic sexual behaviors. I have 17 years experience and have worked with many individuals, couples, families. I can help you with anything from marital issues to individual concerns like depression and anxiety. I have also worked with clients who have experienced trauma in their life from physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. I love the process of getting to assist people in becoming their best self and watching healing and growth.
(402) 395-8889 View (402) 395-8889
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Angela D McClain
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LCAC, LIMHP, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68101
Adept in individual, couples, family therapy.
Welcome. So glad you stopped by :) Feeling challenged, depressive, anxious, or unsupported? If so, I'd feel privileged to walk alongside you in your journey of self-discovery & healing. I'm extremely passionate about working w/ my clients & believe my passion shines through, creating an effective, empathetic therapeutic relationship. I am highly skilled in anxiety, mood, personality, anxiety, addiction disorders, PTSD, and relationship challenges. Too often, we don't place our well-being as a priority, but we SHOULD, because it WILL make a difference in your life. My focus is ALWAYS on YOU b/c YOU are who matters the most!!! :)
Adept in individual, couples, family therapy.
Welcome. So glad you stopped by :) Feeling challenged, depressive, anxious, or unsupported? If so, I'd feel privileged to walk alongside you in your journey of self-discovery & healing. I'm extremely passionate about working w/ my clients & believe my passion shines through, creating an effective, empathetic therapeutic relationship. I am highly skilled in anxiety, mood, personality, anxiety, addiction disorders, PTSD, and relationship challenges. Too often, we don't place our well-being as a priority, but we SHOULD, because it WILL make a difference in your life. My focus is ALWAYS on YOU b/c YOU are who matters the most!!! :)
(785) 337-4586 View (785) 337-4586
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Brooke Bartak-Jensen
Counselor, LIMHP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68114
*daytime openings only* Many of my clients have experienced life circumstances that have taken a toll on their emotional and physical well-being. I have extensive experience with adult survivors of sexual, physical, and emotional abuse as well as domestic violence. I am trained and utilize Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), both of which are highly effective for treating trauma. If you are struggling with getting past your past, I would be honored to work with you.
*daytime openings only* Many of my clients have experienced life circumstances that have taken a toll on their emotional and physical well-being. I have extensive experience with adult survivors of sexual, physical, and emotional abuse as well as domestic violence. I am trained and utilize Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), both of which are highly effective for treating trauma. If you are struggling with getting past your past, I would be honored to work with you.
(402) 575-9548 View (402) 575-9548

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.