Therapists in Garment District, New York, NY

Photo of Dr. Michael Scott Fiorini in Garment District, New York, NY
Dr. Michael Scott Fiorini
PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10018
I have over 9 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults of all ages in individual, family, couples, and group psychotherapy. Clients see me for a wide range of issues. I have worked with challenges regarding identity development, relationships, trauma, depression/anxiety, addictions, suicidality, self-harm, anger management, compulsive behaviors, autism, and ADHD among many other things. I've also worked extensively in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, BIPOC, and those dealing with systemic inequities and challenges.
I have over 9 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults of all ages in individual, family, couples, and group psychotherapy. Clients see me for a wide range of issues. I have worked with challenges regarding identity development, relationships, trauma, depression/anxiety, addictions, suicidality, self-harm, anger management, compulsive behaviors, autism, and ADHD among many other things. I've also worked extensively in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, BIPOC, and those dealing with systemic inequities and challenges.
(646) 681-7536 View (646) 681-7536
Photo of Bari Wartell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Garment District, New York, NY
Bari Wartell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
In her spare time, Bari enjoys music, art, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.
Bari Wartell is a licensed clinical social worker. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or concentration issues? Have you experienced trauma in your past that is impacting your current relationships and ability to remain calm? If so, Bari can work with you to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and highlight your strengths to help you meet your goals. Bari’s goal is to help patients develop healthier, adaptive coping mechanisms. When working with Bari, patients can expect a warm, trusting, authentic relationship in a nonjudgmental environment. She challenges and supports her patients in coming to transformative resolutions.
In her spare time, Bari enjoys music, art, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.
Bari Wartell is a licensed clinical social worker. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or concentration issues? Have you experienced trauma in your past that is impacting your current relationships and ability to remain calm? If so, Bari can work with you to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and highlight your strengths to help you meet your goals. Bari’s goal is to help patients develop healthier, adaptive coping mechanisms. When working with Bari, patients can expect a warm, trusting, authentic relationship in a nonjudgmental environment. She challenges and supports her patients in coming to transformative resolutions.
(646) 381-2838 View (646) 381-2838
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Holly Friedlander
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MFT-LP
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10018
I am trained in Marriage and Family Therapy, meaning I see individual clients, couples, and families through a systems lens.
It is my belief and the foundation of my practice that humans have an innate propensity towards growth. Inevitably though, we come across obstacles and difficult situations blocking us from reaching our full potential. It is my goal as a therapist to help clients identify these roadblocks through careful exploration of the self, and overcome them in order to reach our full potential. We have no “rule book” for life, but therapy provides a safe space to explore our inner and outer worlds, and learn evidence based tools to grow and live a fulfilling life.
I am trained in Marriage and Family Therapy, meaning I see individual clients, couples, and families through a systems lens.
It is my belief and the foundation of my practice that humans have an innate propensity towards growth. Inevitably though, we come across obstacles and difficult situations blocking us from reaching our full potential. It is my goal as a therapist to help clients identify these roadblocks through careful exploration of the self, and overcome them in order to reach our full potential. We have no “rule book” for life, but therapy provides a safe space to explore our inner and outer worlds, and learn evidence based tools to grow and live a fulfilling life.
(646) 904-4695 View (646) 904-4695
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Natasha Kumar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10012  (Online Only)
Hello! I am a licensed psychotherapist clinically trained in New York City. I have completed post graduate training at St. John’s University, obtaining national certification in Trauma Focused- CBT and CBT+ (anxiety, depression, behavior). Additionally, I have completed the Child and Family Therapy certification program at New York University and am certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT).
Hello! I am a licensed psychotherapist clinically trained in New York City. I have completed post graduate training at St. John’s University, obtaining national certification in Trauma Focused- CBT and CBT+ (anxiety, depression, behavior). Additionally, I have completed the Child and Family Therapy certification program at New York University and am certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT).
(646) 820-5022 View (646) 820-5022
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Alana Barlia
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MA, EdM
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10001
I work with individuals and couples who may be struggling with relationship issues, relationship trauma, and family of origin struggles.
Hi! I am an NYC-based therapist providing warm, inviting, and effective therapy for adults and couples. My clients find solace and relief through our work together by learning deeply about themselves, addressing the root cause of their distress, and moving through their difficult emotions. I believe that if you invest in yourself & your relationships today - you have the capacity to change your entire life. Remember, you deserve to live a life that brings you joy, satisfaction, and a sense of purpose.
I work with individuals and couples who may be struggling with relationship issues, relationship trauma, and family of origin struggles.
Hi! I am an NYC-based therapist providing warm, inviting, and effective therapy for adults and couples. My clients find solace and relief through our work together by learning deeply about themselves, addressing the root cause of their distress, and moving through their difficult emotions. I believe that if you invest in yourself & your relationships today - you have the capacity to change your entire life. Remember, you deserve to live a life that brings you joy, satisfaction, and a sense of purpose.
(914) 326-2804 View (914) 326-2804
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Charlene Chan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Are you struggling in your relationship with family, a partner, or friends? Are you feeling down or have low self-esteem? Have you recently experienced a crisis, a death, or a major change? Or are you, as a couple, finding yourselves in the same pattern of arguments, looking for relief? When faced with these challenges, some of the healing power comes from being able to voice it in a safe space with the support and compassion of a therapist. I'll work with you to explore what you're going through in a warm, non-judgmental way. Because we are each built differently, I apply an eclectic approach to cater to each person's needs.
Are you struggling in your relationship with family, a partner, or friends? Are you feeling down or have low self-esteem? Have you recently experienced a crisis, a death, or a major change? Or are you, as a couple, finding yourselves in the same pattern of arguments, looking for relief? When faced with these challenges, some of the healing power comes from being able to voice it in a safe space with the support and compassion of a therapist. I'll work with you to explore what you're going through in a warm, non-judgmental way. Because we are each built differently, I apply an eclectic approach to cater to each person's needs.
(347) 836-5784 View (347) 836-5784
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Lora Grieco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10123  (Online Only)
I approach therapy from a trauma-lens and specialize in depression, anxiety, family systems, relationship dynamics, self-esteem, and life transitions.
My goal is to help guide you through challenging life transitions with empathy and compassion. Past events in our lives are part of our story, but they are not the entire story and they do not define us. My practice focuses on honoring the life that has shaped you, and empowering you to use those formative incidents to understand and grow into your authentic self. Therapy is a journey that we can take together, navigating the challenges in a collaborative way.
I approach therapy from a trauma-lens and specialize in depression, anxiety, family systems, relationship dynamics, self-esteem, and life transitions.
My goal is to help guide you through challenging life transitions with empathy and compassion. Past events in our lives are part of our story, but they are not the entire story and they do not define us. My practice focuses on honoring the life that has shaped you, and empowering you to use those formative incidents to understand and grow into your authentic self. Therapy is a journey that we can take together, navigating the challenges in a collaborative way.
(929) 345-1827 View (929) 345-1827
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Heather Garber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CCATP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
I work with individuals who find themselves stuck, or struggling with work, relationships, family, loss, and identity issues. Are you feeling anxious or depressed due to recent challenges in your life? Have you been struggling with self-confidence, purpose or direction in in our current times? Do you find yourself dealing with the difficulties of being part of a marginalized and/or stigmatized community? Starting therapy can be overwhelming and intimidating. However, it can also be the beginning of a self-exploration and discovery that leads to a more fulfilling, purposeful and balanced life.
I work with individuals who find themselves stuck, or struggling with work, relationships, family, loss, and identity issues. Are you feeling anxious or depressed due to recent challenges in your life? Have you been struggling with self-confidence, purpose or direction in in our current times? Do you find yourself dealing with the difficulties of being part of a marginalized and/or stigmatized community? Starting therapy can be overwhelming and intimidating. However, it can also be the beginning of a self-exploration and discovery that leads to a more fulfilling, purposeful and balanced life.
(914) 999-6636 View (914) 999-6636
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Angela Ryu
Art Therapist, MA, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
As a Creative Arts Psychotherapist, it is my passion to work with individuals and families, helping them to achieve their goals in their journey of recovery from various mental, emotional and behavioral issues. Currently working in an Outpatient mental health clinic, I provide individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults and families, experiencing symptoms such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, ODD, stress, anger management, trauma and other emotional and relationship issues related to complex family dynamic.
As a Creative Arts Psychotherapist, it is my passion to work with individuals and families, helping them to achieve their goals in their journey of recovery from various mental, emotional and behavioral issues. Currently working in an Outpatient mental health clinic, I provide individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults and families, experiencing symptoms such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, ODD, stress, anger management, trauma and other emotional and relationship issues related to complex family dynamic.
(914) 252-3943 View (914) 252-3943
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Di Liu
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10018
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist in New York and New Jersey. I provide psychotherapy to adults and children in both English and Mandarin Chinese (普通话). I offer individual and family/couple psychotherapy with a focus on depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and intense emotional states, such as fear, anger, hopelessness, and shame. I work with people who have survived trauma and other deep emotional wounds, as well as those going through life transitions, such as becoming a parent, entering a new job or relationship, break ups, or the complexities of adjusting to life in a new culture and society.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist in New York and New Jersey. I provide psychotherapy to adults and children in both English and Mandarin Chinese (普通话). I offer individual and family/couple psychotherapy with a focus on depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and intense emotional states, such as fear, anger, hopelessness, and shame. I work with people who have survived trauma and other deep emotional wounds, as well as those going through life transitions, such as becoming a parent, entering a new job or relationship, break ups, or the complexities of adjusting to life in a new culture and society.
(646) 916-5379 View (646) 916-5379
Photo of Devon Leigh Roller, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Garment District, New York, NY
Devon Leigh Roller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
My purpose as a therapist is to inspire individuals to discover their own true power by identifying patterns which may be holding them back from who they truly are. I believe my role as a therapist is to guide people toward finding their own inner power and strength, listen to their own inner knowing and find their own healing. Therapeutic modalities I utilize include depth work, internal family systems (parts work/inner child work) and family of origin, positive psychology, self-efficacy and self-empowerment perspective also known as feminist theory. Above all, I utilize a spiritual and holistic approach.
My purpose as a therapist is to inspire individuals to discover their own true power by identifying patterns which may be holding them back from who they truly are. I believe my role as a therapist is to guide people toward finding their own inner power and strength, listen to their own inner knowing and find their own healing. Therapeutic modalities I utilize include depth work, internal family systems (parts work/inner child work) and family of origin, positive psychology, self-efficacy and self-empowerment perspective also known as feminist theory. Above all, I utilize a spiritual and holistic approach.
(332) 455-1658 View (332) 455-1658
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Susan Fournier
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
I work best with clients who are willing to explore their thoughts and feelings within the safety of an open and accepting therapeutic relationship, and who are willing to work together as a team to effect change in their lives. I have worked with persons of diverse backgrounds and I value all aspects of a person's identity - particularly aspects that have been marginalized in your family and community, and/or by society-at-large.
I work best with clients who are willing to explore their thoughts and feelings within the safety of an open and accepting therapeutic relationship, and who are willing to work together as a team to effect change in their lives. I have worked with persons of diverse backgrounds and I value all aspects of a person's identity - particularly aspects that have been marginalized in your family and community, and/or by society-at-large.
(646) 921-4390 View (646) 921-4390
Photo of Michael J Brayman, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Garment District, New York, NY
Michael J Brayman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
I offer an additional range of services for mental health and substance use via tele-health such as 1:1, couples, and family therapy.
You are brave because you are here, reading and thinking how things can be better. It is a big step to acknowledge when something is amiss, that the hurt you feel is real and undeniable–your shadow for many years. I know that somehow, despite your honest efforts, the same mistakes can unfold–the change you strive for can slip away. Beginning therapy means facing the world with an ally. I will believe in you, and together we will tear down the barriers that have prevented you from living the life you were meant to live.
I offer an additional range of services for mental health and substance use via tele-health such as 1:1, couples, and family therapy.
You are brave because you are here, reading and thinking how things can be better. It is a big step to acknowledge when something is amiss, that the hurt you feel is real and undeniable–your shadow for many years. I know that somehow, despite your honest efforts, the same mistakes can unfold–the change you strive for can slip away. Beginning therapy means facing the world with an ally. I will believe in you, and together we will tear down the barriers that have prevented you from living the life you were meant to live.
(347) 252-9729 View (347) 252-9729
Photo of Intuitive Healing Psychotherapy Practice, Counselor in Garment District, New York, NY
Intuitive Healing Psychotherapy Practice
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10001
Welcome! Therapy at Intuitive Healing is a space away from the chaos to explore your life with openness and curiosity, rather than self-judgment or an aim to analyze. Our therapy style is centered around trust, curiosity, and creativity - think warm and collaborative, rather than cold and analytical. We know that living in NYC isn't always easy, and at times it may be hard to connect. Effective therapy can make a lifelong impact, and we’d love to help guide you through the process. We specialize in therapy for trauma, family-of-origin, life transitions, LGBTQ, codependency, addiction/recovery, cultural identity, & gender identity.
Welcome! Therapy at Intuitive Healing is a space away from the chaos to explore your life with openness and curiosity, rather than self-judgment or an aim to analyze. Our therapy style is centered around trust, curiosity, and creativity - think warm and collaborative, rather than cold and analytical. We know that living in NYC isn't always easy, and at times it may be hard to connect. Effective therapy can make a lifelong impact, and we’d love to help guide you through the process. We specialize in therapy for trauma, family-of-origin, life transitions, LGBTQ, codependency, addiction/recovery, cultural identity, & gender identity.
(929) 203-4783 View (929) 203-4783
Photo of Dani Saliani, Counselor in Garment District, New York, NY
Dani Saliani
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10018
I work with the idea of your inner child in the context of your family and environment growing up, leading to this point in your life.
Authenticity is the core value of my approach to therapy. I am a born and raised New Yorker who understands firsthand being skeptical of the work in therapy, especially when leaning outside of your comfort zone. If you're reading this, you may be in a place where you're ready to do just that... It may be that all of your past experiences are a weight that you carry around everywhere. The more troublesome of these experiences could create barriers to having fulfilling relationships with others and can make it hard to be with yourself.
I work with the idea of your inner child in the context of your family and environment growing up, leading to this point in your life.
Authenticity is the core value of my approach to therapy. I am a born and raised New Yorker who understands firsthand being skeptical of the work in therapy, especially when leaning outside of your comfort zone. If you're reading this, you may be in a place where you're ready to do just that... It may be that all of your past experiences are a weight that you carry around everywhere. The more troublesome of these experiences could create barriers to having fulfilling relationships with others and can make it hard to be with yourself.
(929) 930-5468 View (929) 930-5468
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Vivid World Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
Do you feel like you've achieved some success in your education or career yet still find yourself struggling with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, intimate relationships, cultural identity, substance use, or wanting to connect with your innermost desires? These things can often make people feel empty, lost, or unfulfilled. Therapists at Vivid World Psychology are dedicated to providing quality services to each individual, family, and couple that comes to our practice and helping them effectively resolve their problems, so they can build a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Do you feel like you've achieved some success in your education or career yet still find yourself struggling with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, intimate relationships, cultural identity, substance use, or wanting to connect with your innermost desires? These things can often make people feel empty, lost, or unfulfilled. Therapists at Vivid World Psychology are dedicated to providing quality services to each individual, family, and couple that comes to our practice and helping them effectively resolve their problems, so they can build a meaningful and fulfilling life.
(347) 308-6340 View (347) 308-6340
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Abigale Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10003  (Online Only)
Sometimes we can't stop the world from crashing down on us. Life can be difficult. We could use a little help. Let me help you. Are you stuck in an ineffective communication loop with your partner? Are you fighting against intergenerational trauma, making you feel overwhelmed with parenting? Do you have a hard time setting boundaries with family and friends because you don't want to "be mean"? Whether it's a life transition, struggling with anxiety or depression, or just needing that outside support, I am here to be what you need. Let's do this.
Sometimes we can't stop the world from crashing down on us. Life can be difficult. We could use a little help. Let me help you. Are you stuck in an ineffective communication loop with your partner? Are you fighting against intergenerational trauma, making you feel overwhelmed with parenting? Do you have a hard time setting boundaries with family and friends because you don't want to "be mean"? Whether it's a life transition, struggling with anxiety or depression, or just needing that outside support, I am here to be what you need. Let's do this.
(646) 832-2787 View (646) 832-2787
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Carol Pauls
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10001
I have over 20 years of experience providing individual, family, couples, and group therapy for multicultural clients in diverse clinical settings.
Whether you are looking to therapy for help in overcoming difficult challenges and symptoms in your life or simply for self-exploration, therapy can be life changing. I am a hands-on active therapist who is not afraid to roll up my sleeves and get to work. I will seek to give you real, concrete takeaways in order to help jumpstart meaningful change. Whether it is focusing on painful feelings, relationships, difficult life transitions, creative blocks, stress, or healing from challenging life experiences, my goal is to help you discover the obstacles that block positive growth while building on your strengths.
I have over 20 years of experience providing individual, family, couples, and group therapy for multicultural clients in diverse clinical settings.
Whether you are looking to therapy for help in overcoming difficult challenges and symptoms in your life or simply for self-exploration, therapy can be life changing. I am a hands-on active therapist who is not afraid to roll up my sleeves and get to work. I will seek to give you real, concrete takeaways in order to help jumpstart meaningful change. Whether it is focusing on painful feelings, relationships, difficult life transitions, creative blocks, stress, or healing from challenging life experiences, my goal is to help you discover the obstacles that block positive growth while building on your strengths.
(347) 535-5831 View (347) 535-5831
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Lindsey C Pratt
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10001
Other specializations include spirituality, therapy with men, codependency, and family-of-origin issues.
Welcome! My passion areas are helping couples break old patterns and communicate more effectively, and supporting individuals in healing childhood or sexual trauma, addictions, or unhelpful relationship patterns. If you feel stuck and need accountability, a loving challenge, and support from an experienced therapist, I am here to help. My style is direct, with honest feedback and accountability to move you forward. I am also psychodynamically trained to help you understand how the past informs the present and show you patterns in your life that may have been present with you for many years, but that aren't necessarily serving you.
Other specializations include spirituality, therapy with men, codependency, and family-of-origin issues.
Welcome! My passion areas are helping couples break old patterns and communicate more effectively, and supporting individuals in healing childhood or sexual trauma, addictions, or unhelpful relationship patterns. If you feel stuck and need accountability, a loving challenge, and support from an experienced therapist, I am here to help. My style is direct, with honest feedback and accountability to move you forward. I am also psychodynamically trained to help you understand how the past informs the present and show you patterns in your life that may have been present with you for many years, but that aren't necessarily serving you.
(929) 481-3415 View (929) 481-3415
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Gabrielle Mass
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10123
Making the decision to seek out therapy is a courageous and transformational step toward positive change. I believe that therapy is for all, and that anyone can achieve recovery to restore emotional health and balance in their lives. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, family dynamics and self-esteem. I also help clients grappling with disordered eating, such as restricting food, compensatory behaviors and body acceptance. My style is trauma-informed, affirming and compassionate, and I try to make therapy a safe space to build new skills and strategies to achieve the fulfilling life you deserve.
Making the decision to seek out therapy is a courageous and transformational step toward positive change. I believe that therapy is for all, and that anyone can achieve recovery to restore emotional health and balance in their lives. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, family dynamics and self-esteem. I also help clients grappling with disordered eating, such as restricting food, compensatory behaviors and body acceptance. My style is trauma-informed, affirming and compassionate, and I try to make therapy a safe space to build new skills and strategies to achieve the fulfilling life you deserve.
(347) 835-4996 View (347) 835-4996

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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.