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Melissa Silva
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
I believe in the power of collaboration and view counseling as a partnership, where we work together to explore your concerns, uncover underlying patterns, and develop practical strategies to foster meaningful change. I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating life transitions, experiencing relationship issues, managing stress and anxiety, coping with trauma, and seeking personal development. Whether you're facing challenges in your career, relationships, or overall well-being, I am here to support you in cultivating greater self-awareness, resilience, and fulfillment.
I believe in the power of collaboration and view counseling as a partnership, where we work together to explore your concerns, uncover underlying patterns, and develop practical strategies to foster meaningful change. I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating life transitions, experiencing relationship issues, managing stress and anxiety, coping with trauma, and seeking personal development. Whether you're facing challenges in your career, relationships, or overall well-being, I am here to support you in cultivating greater self-awareness, resilience, and fulfillment.
(979) 406-7758 View (979) 406-7758

Online Therapists

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Mary Webb-Tafoya, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LPCC, NCC, CMS-CHt
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78732  (Online Only)
Texas, Arizona, and Washington licensed in working with crisis, trauma intervention, prevention, grief, bereavement, clinical hypnotherapy, disease, illness, and chronic pain, sexual assault and abuse, domestic violence, physical abuse, combat trauma, reintegration issues, GLBT issues, sexual dysfunction, marriage, family, stress and anger management.
Currently only accepting clients for Teletherapy. The individual who seeks to improve their quality of life would greatly benefit from having me as their counselor. Each session is goal-oriented and an educational process towards insight and awareness which can greatly improve a client's perspective of themselves; the world; and themselves in the world. I believe in short term, brief solution focused therapy to maximize time and therapeutic interventions. I strive to form a therapeutic alliance with my clients and act as a guide and mentor through all of life's challenges. For more information, go to marywebbtafoyapllc.com
Texas, Arizona, and Washington licensed in working with crisis, trauma intervention, prevention, grief, bereavement, clinical hypnotherapy, disease, illness, and chronic pain, sexual assault and abuse, domestic violence, physical abuse, combat trauma, reintegration issues, GLBT issues, sexual dysfunction, marriage, family, stress and anger management.
Currently only accepting clients for Teletherapy. The individual who seeks to improve their quality of life would greatly benefit from having me as their counselor. Each session is goal-oriented and an educational process towards insight and awareness which can greatly improve a client's perspective of themselves; the world; and themselves in the world. I believe in short term, brief solution focused therapy to maximize time and therapeutic interventions. I strive to form a therapeutic alliance with my clients and act as a guide and mentor through all of life's challenges. For more information, go to marywebbtafoyapllc.com
(915) 228-2153 View (915) 228-2153
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Discovery Counseling Austin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78705
The path forward. That's how we think of therapy at Discovery Counseling. We're here to help you navigate the highs and lows. The challenges and triumphs. That means the hard stuff and the big transitions. The persistent issues and the seemingly small stuff too. Experience tells us that you've got all the skills and smarts you need to thrive. So we'll help you find your path and we'll follow it alongside you. Whether you're searching for mental health, career aspirations, family healing or nutrition counseling, we're here to help tap into your inner wisdom and set out on the next phase of your journey.
The path forward. That's how we think of therapy at Discovery Counseling. We're here to help you navigate the highs and lows. The challenges and triumphs. That means the hard stuff and the big transitions. The persistent issues and the seemingly small stuff too. Experience tells us that you've got all the skills and smarts you need to thrive. So we'll help you find your path and we'll follow it alongside you. Whether you're searching for mental health, career aspirations, family healing or nutrition counseling, we're here to help tap into your inner wisdom and set out on the next phase of your journey.
(512) 942-0720 View (512) 942-0720
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Nathan P Juenke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Katy, TX 77450
If you are seeking innovative strategies to help yourself, your relationship, or your family, I might be what you're looking for.
When seeking professional therapy services, you owe it to yourself to make an informed decision. At Stone Creek Psychotherapy, I assist individuals, couples, and families in creating strategies for positive change. While I've completed advanced training in various therapeutic techniques, I know that no single approach works every time for everyone. I provide experiences where together we can understand the issues at hand and what is needed in your specific situation for change to occur. In addition to discussion and exploration of issues contributing to your struggles, we may use assessments and interest surveys to increase understanding and awareness.
If you are seeking innovative strategies to help yourself, your relationship, or your family, I might be what you're looking for.
When seeking professional therapy services, you owe it to yourself to make an informed decision. At Stone Creek Psychotherapy, I assist individuals, couples, and families in creating strategies for positive change. While I've completed advanced training in various therapeutic techniques, I know that no single approach works every time for everyone. I provide experiences where together we can understand the issues at hand and what is needed in your specific situation for change to occur. In addition to discussion and exploration of issues contributing to your struggles, we may use assessments and interest surveys to increase understanding and awareness.
(281) 764-6524 View (281) 764-6524
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Sommers Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Spring, TX 77380
Yo, I call myself the Bro Therapist, the Bro Whisperer if you will because I know and speak typical Bro language. The typical Bro I work with the best is the guy who never became comfortable experiencing or expressing his emotions and developed several unhealthy short-term remedies to deal with them which worked fine until they no longer worked, usually in the form of their relationship with their significant other and/or children. If your goal is to learn how to find peace in stillness and to better connect with your family, I may be the right fit for you.
Yo, I call myself the Bro Therapist, the Bro Whisperer if you will because I know and speak typical Bro language. The typical Bro I work with the best is the guy who never became comfortable experiencing or expressing his emotions and developed several unhealthy short-term remedies to deal with them which worked fine until they no longer worked, usually in the form of their relationship with their significant other and/or children. If your goal is to learn how to find peace in stillness and to better connect with your family, I may be the right fit for you.
(936) 755-1307 View (936) 755-1307
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Dr. Andrew Buerger
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701
Integrative treatment focusing on personal, family and work relationships, job stressors, depression and anxiety, addictive behaviors, fitness, nutrition and health. I utilize various treatment techniques including cognitive, mindfulness and focused psychotherapies to increase positive thoughts, mood, health and awareness. Confidential, comprehensive and affordable. Call/e-mail for a phone consultation. Private pay sliding scale fees and United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield insurances. drbatx.com
Integrative treatment focusing on personal, family and work relationships, job stressors, depression and anxiety, addictive behaviors, fitness, nutrition and health. I utilize various treatment techniques including cognitive, mindfulness and focused psychotherapies to increase positive thoughts, mood, health and awareness. Confidential, comprehensive and affordable. Call/e-mail for a phone consultation. Private pay sliding scale fees and United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield insurances. drbatx.com
(512) 399-2415 View (512) 399-2415
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Linh-Ly Vinh
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77024
I work with people who are struggling with anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, as well as the BIPOC community struggling with identity issues, trauma and family conflict specifically in the Asian American community.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with the expectations and pressures of life? Do you feel lost or riddled with overthinking, which causes you to be unproductive and emotionally vulnerable? I understand when life feels routinely intrusive, it is hard to know what to do next: contact me. I offer you a safe space to be heard, validated, encouraged, and challenged.
I work with people who are struggling with anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, as well as the BIPOC community struggling with identity issues, trauma and family conflict specifically in the Asian American community.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with the expectations and pressures of life? Do you feel lost or riddled with overthinking, which causes you to be unproductive and emotionally vulnerable? I understand when life feels routinely intrusive, it is hard to know what to do next: contact me. I offer you a safe space to be heard, validated, encouraged, and challenged.
(832) 240-2541 View (832) 240-2541
Photo of Jan Ford Mustin Ph.d., Psychologist in Brazos County, TX
Jan Ford Mustin Ph.d.
Psychologist, PhD, LPC-S, LMFT, LCDC, BCN
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
We all have times when life's challenges require us to look for hidden solutions and opportunities. It is a privilege to provide effective assistance and encouragement during those times. Blending traditional, positive, client-centered psychotherapy with leading-edge neuroscience, I offer a mind-body approach and a wide variety of therapy options. From individual, couples and family therapy to sports psychology, EMDR and EEG Neurofeedback, you can select the treatment experience right for you. Please call today for a free phone consultation and visit our web site, www.PeakInstitute.com.
We all have times when life's challenges require us to look for hidden solutions and opportunities. It is a privilege to provide effective assistance and encouragement during those times. Blending traditional, positive, client-centered psychotherapy with leading-edge neuroscience, I offer a mind-body approach and a wide variety of therapy options. From individual, couples and family therapy to sports psychology, EMDR and EEG Neurofeedback, you can select the treatment experience right for you. Please call today for a free phone consultation and visit our web site, www.PeakInstitute.com.
(512) 489-6214 View (512) 489-6214
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Austin Hudson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78704
So, whether you are a single adult, a couple, a family, or a single teen, I am always cognizant that what you likely need the most is a non-judgmental, warm, and listening ear.
As a therapist specializing in teens, I've found the most impactful thing I can be is a non-judgmental, encouraging, and authentic voice. Teens need validation and a warm and caring adult who will work to understand the difficulties they experience. In my time providing these services, I've realized that we never grow out of needing these qualities. In other words, my work with teens has guided me to approach my work with adults in a more holistic and compassionate fashion.
So, whether you are a single adult, a couple, a family, or a single teen, I am always cognizant that what you likely need the most is a non-judgmental, warm, and listening ear.
As a therapist specializing in teens, I've found the most impactful thing I can be is a non-judgmental, encouraging, and authentic voice. Teens need validation and a warm and caring adult who will work to understand the difficulties they experience. In my time providing these services, I've realized that we never grow out of needing these qualities. In other words, my work with teens has guided me to approach my work with adults in a more holistic and compassionate fashion.
(512) 559-8879 View (512) 559-8879
Photo of Dr. David Pulley in Brazos County, TX
Dr. David Pulley
PsyD
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77479
Dr. David Pulley "Dr. Dave" earned his bachelor's in psychology from Howard University in DC and obtained both his Master's and Doctorate from Chestnut Hill College in PA. His Doctorate degree is in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy and a specialization in the subject of Soul Mates. As a result, he is known as an expert on soul mates and a pioneer of some of the clinically based models and theories on the subject. Dr. Pulley has created a team of clinical consultants (Tender Loving Care Clinical Consultations) who provide psychologically based consultative support for their client base.
Dr. David Pulley "Dr. Dave" earned his bachelor's in psychology from Howard University in DC and obtained both his Master's and Doctorate from Chestnut Hill College in PA. His Doctorate degree is in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy and a specialization in the subject of Soul Mates. As a result, he is known as an expert on soul mates and a pioneer of some of the clinically based models and theories on the subject. Dr. Pulley has created a team of clinical consultants (Tender Loving Care Clinical Consultations) who provide psychologically based consultative support for their client base.
(281) 519-2038 View (281) 519-2038
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Richard Honey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMFT-S, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cedar Park, TX 78613
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor, a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, a National Certified Counselor and an EMDR-IA Approved Consultant . I work with families, couples and individuals needing support with stressors, relationships, adolescent transitions and other issues that may be affecting the quality of life. My work focuses on understanding the issues and creating constructive changes in a safe and supportive environment. The process is a collaboration, and it is both challenging and highly rewarding.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor, a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, a National Certified Counselor and an EMDR-IA Approved Consultant . I work with families, couples and individuals needing support with stressors, relationships, adolescent transitions and other issues that may be affecting the quality of life. My work focuses on understanding the issues and creating constructive changes in a safe and supportive environment. The process is a collaboration, and it is both challenging and highly rewarding.
(512) 960-2020 View (512) 960-2020
Photo of Elise Manning in Brazos County, TX
Elise Manning
MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belton, TX 76513
I have experience working in both low and high acuity levels of mental health care doing individual, family and group counseling.
My name is Elise Manning and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate. I know life happens in ways that are not always kind to us. As a result, I hope to help you better understand how you show up as you move through whatever is happening in life while also finding new ways of doing so. My style takes a humanistic approach and utilizes a variety of different techniques to help you spark change.
I have experience working in both low and high acuity levels of mental health care doing individual, family and group counseling.
My name is Elise Manning and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate. I know life happens in ways that are not always kind to us. As a result, I hope to help you better understand how you show up as you move through whatever is happening in life while also finding new ways of doing so. My style takes a humanistic approach and utilizes a variety of different techniques to help you spark change.
(254) 269-7365 View (254) 269-7365
Photo of Donna K Sullivan, Licensed Professional Counselor in Brazos County, TX
Donna K Sullivan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
Life can sometimes be complicated. Workplace stress, relationship challenges, financial difficulty and complicated family issues can become overwhelming, especially when you feel fatiqued, anxious, depressed, confused or alone. You may even begin to lose hope for the possibility of ever getting what you want and living a happy, productive life. A counselor can help you identify the root of the problems and develop steps toward their resolution. There is no reason to struggle through another day alone. Reach out for the support you need and we will work together to move you towards living the life you want to live.
Life can sometimes be complicated. Workplace stress, relationship challenges, financial difficulty and complicated family issues can become overwhelming, especially when you feel fatiqued, anxious, depressed, confused or alone. You may even begin to lose hope for the possibility of ever getting what you want and living a happy, productive life. A counselor can help you identify the root of the problems and develop steps toward their resolution. There is no reason to struggle through another day alone. Reach out for the support you need and we will work together to move you towards living the life you want to live.
(281) 524-4233 View (281) 524-4233
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Thomas Brackendorff - Shire Family Counseling
LPC Associate, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77027
At Shire Family Counseling, we would be honored to listen as you speak about your own journey, and to help you find the path that you want to take in life.
CaLm DoWn: Has anyone ever told you this before? I know, it really gets under my skin, too. Do I really need therapy? What's the point of sitting on a couch and talking with a stranger about my problems? I'm way too busy to be speaking with this guy for an hour anyway - - All of us have difficult moments in our lives that lead us to seek out therapy. Sadness can feel like it will never end. Anger is felt in our head, but we may feel judged by others for expressing it. If only there was a button we could press that would make us feel happiness. Though that magic button may not exist, we can work to create a new path together.
At Shire Family Counseling, we would be honored to listen as you speak about your own journey, and to help you find the path that you want to take in life.
CaLm DoWn: Has anyone ever told you this before? I know, it really gets under my skin, too. Do I really need therapy? What's the point of sitting on a couch and talking with a stranger about my problems? I'm way too busy to be speaking with this guy for an hour anyway - - All of us have difficult moments in our lives that lead us to seek out therapy. Sadness can feel like it will never end. Anger is felt in our head, but we may feel judged by others for expressing it. If only there was a button we could press that would make us feel happiness. Though that magic button may not exist, we can work to create a new path together.
(713) 843-7149 View (713) 843-7149
Photo of Joseph Scott Anenberg, Licensed Professional Counselor in Brazos County, TX
Joseph Scott Anenberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77098
*LPC SUPERVISION AVAILABLE. Therapy for individuals, couples and families. I work with clients who are trying to grow healthier relationships. People who choose my practice work on the relationships they have with marriage, divorce and family, the future, the world of work, anxiety or depression, food, spirit and community.
*LPC SUPERVISION AVAILABLE. Therapy for individuals, couples and families. I work with clients who are trying to grow healthier relationships. People who choose my practice work on the relationships they have with marriage, divorce and family, the future, the world of work, anxiety or depression, food, spirit and community.
(281) 668-7803 View (281) 668-7803
Photo of Robyn Hicks, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Brazos County, TX
Robyn Hicks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Waco, TX 76710
Services available include individual, family, and marriage counseling.
Let me help you find your way through life's problems. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of counseling experience, I provide comprehensive assessments and counseling services for older youth and adults facing problems at school, at work, or in their personal lives. I have extensive experience treating a broad array of wellness issues, with particular specialties in the areas of Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Marital Conflict, Sexuality, Depression, and Anxiety. Visit my website to submit a new client request form.
Services available include individual, family, and marriage counseling.
Let me help you find your way through life's problems. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of counseling experience, I provide comprehensive assessments and counseling services for older youth and adults facing problems at school, at work, or in their personal lives. I have extensive experience treating a broad array of wellness issues, with particular specialties in the areas of Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Marital Conflict, Sexuality, Depression, and Anxiety. Visit my website to submit a new client request form.
(254) 304-9309 View (254) 304-9309
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Tonya M Boyd
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77007  (Online Only)
I come from a diverse family and am a LBGTQ+ allied therapist and an active social justice, BLM, and equality advocate.
We all deserve to feel at home and safe in our bodies and minds, and it’s my passion to help others find this place. Are you in need of affordable and flexible counseling? Do you feel stressed, overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated with life? Are you seeking support, guidance, and understanding? Do you feel you have little support, and no one to talk to or listen? Are you seeking self-empowerment? Are you seeking to overcome life’s challenges and reach your personal goals? You came to the right profile. Here at Ellie Mental Heath, we accept self-pay and insurance. Hit me up to schedule your appointment.
I come from a diverse family and am a LBGTQ+ allied therapist and an active social justice, BLM, and equality advocate.
We all deserve to feel at home and safe in our bodies and minds, and it’s my passion to help others find this place. Are you in need of affordable and flexible counseling? Do you feel stressed, overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated with life? Are you seeking support, guidance, and understanding? Do you feel you have little support, and no one to talk to or listen? Are you seeking self-empowerment? Are you seeking to overcome life’s challenges and reach your personal goals? You came to the right profile. Here at Ellie Mental Heath, we accept self-pay and insurance. Hit me up to schedule your appointment.
(210) 417-4809 View (210) 417-4809
Photo of Mary Gillock, Licensed Professional Counselor in Brazos County, TX
Mary Gillock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-A, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
Round Rock, TX 78665
As a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate under supervision of Toby Collins and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate under supervision of Carla Noto-Vencill, Mary specializes in emotional and physical abuse from family, interpersonal, and romantic relationships - and how it presents in one's personality or behavior.
Mary works with individuals and couples to address attachment and emotional enmeshment, performance anxiety, moral injury and religious trauma, personality dynamics, and systems that cause people to feel stuck in life and relationships. Using an eclectic, psychodynamic approach to postmodern and constructivist theories, clients can expect to find meaning in problem solving and strengthen interpersonal relationships outside of therapy. In doing so, Mary integrates humor and everyday language in evidence-based therapies to educate clients along the way.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate under supervision of Toby Collins and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate under supervision of Carla Noto-Vencill, Mary specializes in emotional and physical abuse from family, interpersonal, and romantic relationships - and how it presents in one's personality or behavior.
Mary works with individuals and couples to address attachment and emotional enmeshment, performance anxiety, moral injury and religious trauma, personality dynamics, and systems that cause people to feel stuck in life and relationships. Using an eclectic, psychodynamic approach to postmodern and constructivist theories, clients can expect to find meaning in problem solving and strengthen interpersonal relationships outside of therapy. In doing so, Mary integrates humor and everyday language in evidence-based therapies to educate clients along the way.
(737) 637-5137 View (737) 637-5137
Photo of Dr. Teandra Vashon Gordon, Marriage & Family Therapist in Brazos County, TX
Dr. Teandra Vashon Gordon
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
Pearland, TX 77581  (Online Only)
Helping you to cope with life's challenges, heal from painful experiences, enjoy healthy relationships, and be all that God created you to be is my passion. I have been providing individual, family, and couples therapy since 2008. I value people and helping them heal, forgive, experience healthy relationships and live purpose filled lives.
Helping you to cope with life's challenges, heal from painful experiences, enjoy healthy relationships, and be all that God created you to be is my passion. I have been providing individual, family, and couples therapy since 2008. I value people and helping them heal, forgive, experience healthy relationships and live purpose filled lives.
(832) 906-7257 View (832) 906-7257
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Dr. Kinnari Birla
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Pearland, TX 77584  (Online Only)
We are accepting clients for individual, couples, family, children and adolescents.
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you, as stated by Dr. Maya Angelou, resonates deeply with our mission at Elvive Psychological Services. Founded by Dr. Birla, our practice is dedicated to empowering individuals to have a voice. Our therapists act as catalysts in your journey, offering a safe and supportive environment to foster psychological flexibility amidst life's trials. Committed to inclusivity, we serve a diverse population with various emotional and behavioral challenges. Our clinical approaches are rooted in evidence-based and culturally sensitive care, customized to meet needs of each client.
We are accepting clients for individual, couples, family, children and adolescents.
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you, as stated by Dr. Maya Angelou, resonates deeply with our mission at Elvive Psychological Services. Founded by Dr. Birla, our practice is dedicated to empowering individuals to have a voice. Our therapists act as catalysts in your journey, offering a safe and supportive environment to foster psychological flexibility amidst life's trials. Committed to inclusivity, we serve a diverse population with various emotional and behavioral challenges. Our clinical approaches are rooted in evidence-based and culturally sensitive care, customized to meet needs of each client.
(281) 949-6371 View (281) 949-6371

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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.