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Mee-Gaik Lim Ph.d
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, LMFT-S, AAMFT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New Braunfels, TX 78132
Specialize in Being a Therapist to Therapists: I seek to help therapists work on their family-of-origin issues.
The counseling relationship is based on creating an accepting, respectful, warm, collaborative working environment to guide you to create and re-write healthy scripts in your personal journey. The key is to construct opportunities for you to gain insights into personal patterns and simultaneously strengthen connections in relationships. Efforts will focus on helping you explore your strengths and successes and explore effective ways to enhance personal growth and relationship satisfaction.
Specialize in Being a Therapist to Therapists: I seek to help therapists work on their family-of-origin issues.
The counseling relationship is based on creating an accepting, respectful, warm, collaborative working environment to guide you to create and re-write healthy scripts in your personal journey. The key is to construct opportunities for you to gain insights into personal patterns and simultaneously strengthen connections in relationships. Efforts will focus on helping you explore your strengths and successes and explore effective ways to enhance personal growth and relationship satisfaction.
(830) 708-6762 View (830) 708-6762
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Respark Therapy & Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S, CST, AASECT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78756
She's a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S), and a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Supervisor (LMFT-S) & AASECT Certified Sex Therapist.
Need an expert? Struggling with your relationships or sexuality? I'm an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Relationship Specialist. Maybe you have difficulties communicating about relationships or sex. Lacking desire or skills in your relationship can be frustrating but there is hope. Respark Therapy has 8 therapists with flexible schedules and fees. All therapists are highly trained, confident professionals. Discussing intimacy is sometimes scary, especially if don't have the language to talk about it. Together we can work toward gaining confidence, rebuilding trust, and learning new techniques to light the fire.
She's a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S), and a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Supervisor (LMFT-S) & AASECT Certified Sex Therapist.
Need an expert? Struggling with your relationships or sexuality? I'm an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Relationship Specialist. Maybe you have difficulties communicating about relationships or sex. Lacking desire or skills in your relationship can be frustrating but there is hope. Respark Therapy has 8 therapists with flexible schedules and fees. All therapists are highly trained, confident professionals. Discussing intimacy is sometimes scary, especially if don't have the language to talk about it. Together we can work toward gaining confidence, rebuilding trust, and learning new techniques to light the fire.
(512) 960-1682 View (512) 960-1682
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Yesenia Vasquez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, C-DBT, CTMH
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78247  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a bilingual/multicultural counselor with experience working with individuals with mood disorders, relationship and interpersonal difficulties, women’s issues, codependency, and family of origin dynamics and issues. I have also worked with individuals struggling with life transitions that bring bouts of anxiety and depression. I have over ten years of experience working with individuals navigating the journey of grief, PTSD/trauma, and those who experience suicidal ideation, self-harm and difficulties with coping.
I am a bilingual/multicultural counselor with experience working with individuals with mood disorders, relationship and interpersonal difficulties, women’s issues, codependency, and family of origin dynamics and issues. I have also worked with individuals struggling with life transitions that bring bouts of anxiety and depression. I have over ten years of experience working with individuals navigating the journey of grief, PTSD/trauma, and those who experience suicidal ideation, self-harm and difficulties with coping.
(956) 253-1460 View (956) 253-1460
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Abby Endashaw
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731  (Online Only)
LPC Associate serving individuals and couples in the state of Texas. Most frequently I work with adults, teens, and couples experiencing life transitions, internal conflict, and relational conflict on their journeys toward connection and wholeness. For some this might look like finding coping skills to grow through feelings of depression and anxiety; for others, it can look like processing the impact of family dynamics on your current relationships with yourself and others. Folks experiencing challenges at the intersections of race, religion, sexuality, and culture are all welcome!
LPC Associate serving individuals and couples in the state of Texas. Most frequently I work with adults, teens, and couples experiencing life transitions, internal conflict, and relational conflict on their journeys toward connection and wholeness. For some this might look like finding coping skills to grow through feelings of depression and anxiety; for others, it can look like processing the impact of family dynamics on your current relationships with yourself and others. Folks experiencing challenges at the intersections of race, religion, sexuality, and culture are all welcome!
(817) 670-5011 View (817) 670-5011
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Stormy Lee Zamora
LPC Intern, MEd, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701
As a Queer Hispanic Female, I have a passion as a therapist to support fellow LGBTQIA+ clients with things unique to our experience and lives such as coming out, working through relationships with straight friends and family, developing meaningful, healthy sexual connections with our partners, and general healing with compassion. This is what I love most about this work! I have experience working with adults and couples encompassing a wide variety of topics.
As a Queer Hispanic Female, I have a passion as a therapist to support fellow LGBTQIA+ clients with things unique to our experience and lives such as coming out, working through relationships with straight friends and family, developing meaningful, healthy sexual connections with our partners, and general healing with compassion. This is what I love most about this work! I have experience working with adults and couples encompassing a wide variety of topics.
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Claudia Y Ocampo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Georgetown, TX 78628
Feeling overwhelmed or lonely? Let's embark on a journey towards peace and harmony. Together, we'll untangle your trauma, enrich your relationships and improve your quality of life. We'll use creative methods to enhance your mental health. You'll love experiencing healing through connection. My expertise lies in using creative & expressive techniques to significantly improve your mental health, daily life, communication, relationships and family dynamics. Experience a unique counseling style, distinct from traditional talk therapy. Visit www.evergreenjourneycounseling.com. Your best life starts now!
Feeling overwhelmed or lonely? Let's embark on a journey towards peace and harmony. Together, we'll untangle your trauma, enrich your relationships and improve your quality of life. We'll use creative methods to enhance your mental health. You'll love experiencing healing through connection. My expertise lies in using creative & expressive techniques to significantly improve your mental health, daily life, communication, relationships and family dynamics. Experience a unique counseling style, distinct from traditional talk therapy. Visit www.evergreenjourneycounseling.com. Your best life starts now!
(512) 229-9389 View (512) 229-9389
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Tonya M Boyd
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, LPC
Verified Verified
New Braunfels, TX 78132  (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
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Charlene Mesa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78253  (Online Only)
I believe in helping rebuild relationships within families and helping each family member be the best version of themselves.
I truly believe that everyone can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives. Seeking out treatment is a big step and it's important to find the right Therapist to help you. I offer treatment based on your needs and help create a positive mindset for those motivated for change.
I believe in helping rebuild relationships within families and helping each family member be the best version of themselves.
I truly believe that everyone can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives. Seeking out treatment is a big step and it's important to find the right Therapist to help you. I offer treatment based on your needs and help create a positive mindset for those motivated for change.
(210) 741-9019 View (210) 741-9019
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Audriana Sarmiento
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Round Rock, TX 78681
With a focus on the LGBTQ+ community, mood disorders and trauma, I have experience as a therapist in dual-diagnosis outpatient programs and inpatient hospitalization, offering individual, group, and family counseling to adults, children, and teens.
My ideal client is someone who is a teen or adult and is struggling with a mood disorder, identity discovery, and relationship issues. Their needs lie in guidance on psychoeducation, building boundaries within themselves and with others, processing any trauma-related problems, and navigating relationships. Their goals would be to manage their mood disorder to where it is not interfering with life, confidence in themselves when setting boundaries and knowing who they are, and becoming more comfortable with discussing difficult thoughts and emotions.
With a focus on the LGBTQ+ community, mood disorders and trauma, I have experience as a therapist in dual-diagnosis outpatient programs and inpatient hospitalization, offering individual, group, and family counseling to adults, children, and teens.
My ideal client is someone who is a teen or adult and is struggling with a mood disorder, identity discovery, and relationship issues. Their needs lie in guidance on psychoeducation, building boundaries within themselves and with others, processing any trauma-related problems, and navigating relationships. Their goals would be to manage their mood disorder to where it is not interfering with life, confidence in themselves when setting boundaries and knowing who they are, and becoming more comfortable with discussing difficult thoughts and emotions.
(737) 352-4037 View (737) 352-4037
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Jean Nirmala Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bastrop, TX 78602  (Online Only)
I incorporate parts of Internal Family Systems, Attachment Theory, Trauma Centered Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
I will put you, the client, your life goals first and help you reach them. We will work together as a team, identifying your goals and using the modalities that I have trained in. I will help you learn tools relevant to your grow. These tools have helped me on my own growth journey as well as the clients that I have worked with. I believe in the value of connecting to the body as a way of healing developmental trauma. This trauma could be manifesting in different ways, physically, mentally, emotionally or a combination of all. My work is grounded in psychological theory, evidence-based practices and incorporates mindfulness.
I incorporate parts of Internal Family Systems, Attachment Theory, Trauma Centered Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
I will put you, the client, your life goals first and help you reach them. We will work together as a team, identifying your goals and using the modalities that I have trained in. I will help you learn tools relevant to your grow. These tools have helped me on my own growth journey as well as the clients that I have worked with. I believe in the value of connecting to the body as a way of healing developmental trauma. This trauma could be manifesting in different ways, physically, mentally, emotionally or a combination of all. My work is grounded in psychological theory, evidence-based practices and incorporates mindfulness.
(512) 543-4169 View (512) 543-4169
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Insight Counseling & Therapy Solutions, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78750
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas and New Mexico, offering a personable approach to psychotherapy for Couples & Individuals. I have experience working with all types of mental health disorders in various settings (individual, group, couples, family). My focus is on personal wellness for the individual and the family system. My goal is to work on the issues at hand using the most up to date research proven methods. I am passionate about empowering clients to find their voice & gain insight in a supportive & non-judgmental environment.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas and New Mexico, offering a personable approach to psychotherapy for Couples & Individuals. I have experience working with all types of mental health disorders in various settings (individual, group, couples, family). My focus is on personal wellness for the individual and the family system. My goal is to work on the issues at hand using the most up to date research proven methods. I am passionate about empowering clients to find their voice & gain insight in a supportive & non-judgmental environment.
(512) 271-4761 View (512) 271-4761
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Shima Patrick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759  (Online Only)
Firstly, I want to commend you for seeking therapeutic services! Whether you're looking to address depression, anxiety, trauma, stressors at work, relationship issues, family conflict, or life transitions you're taking an important step in the right direction. I have experience in working with adults with all of these presenting concerns, and know that you don't need to walk this path alone! I enjoy working with adults from all different cultural backgrounds, and I am an LGBTQ+ ally!
Firstly, I want to commend you for seeking therapeutic services! Whether you're looking to address depression, anxiety, trauma, stressors at work, relationship issues, family conflict, or life transitions you're taking an important step in the right direction. I have experience in working with adults with all of these presenting concerns, and know that you don't need to walk this path alone! I enjoy working with adults from all different cultural backgrounds, and I am an LGBTQ+ ally!
(737) 232-6142 View (737) 232-6142
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Janet Wang
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701
Your relationship with yourself and others cause you to suffer in ways that your friends can't fully comprehend. Feelings of failure, insecurity, anxiety and depression have left you feeling like a stranger in your own life. You question yourself, wondering if you've done something wrong... whether there's something you should be doing differently. Friends and family are trying to be helpful with their advice, but it often leaves you feeling worse. Some days you have hope and others you feel you are in true despair. You are desperate to make sense of it all, and you don't know where to turn.
Your relationship with yourself and others cause you to suffer in ways that your friends can't fully comprehend. Feelings of failure, insecurity, anxiety and depression have left you feeling like a stranger in your own life. You question yourself, wondering if you've done something wrong... whether there's something you should be doing differently. Friends and family are trying to be helpful with their advice, but it often leaves you feeling worse. Some days you have hope and others you feel you are in true despair. You are desperate to make sense of it all, and you don't know where to turn.
(512) 212-7377 View (512) 212-7377
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Summer Hough
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759  (Online Only)
I have 7 years of experience working with adults, teens, tweens, and families. I specialize in counseling members of the LGBTQIA+ community, folks with trauma and I enjoy doing parts work/IFS. If you're experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, family struggles or a general feeling of being stuck; I can help you work towards meeting goals, relief from negative symptoms or unhelpful behaviors. I aim to create an environment of understanding and humor, in order to offer helpful tools and knowledge about how our brains and bodies work, so you can work them to your advantage. I hope we can work together to give you some relief!
I have 7 years of experience working with adults, teens, tweens, and families. I specialize in counseling members of the LGBTQIA+ community, folks with trauma and I enjoy doing parts work/IFS. If you're experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, family struggles or a general feeling of being stuck; I can help you work towards meeting goals, relief from negative symptoms or unhelpful behaviors. I aim to create an environment of understanding and humor, in order to offer helpful tools and knowledge about how our brains and bodies work, so you can work them to your advantage. I hope we can work together to give you some relief!
(512) 399-3801 View (512) 399-3801
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Counselors of Texas
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Round Rock, TX 78681
Our licensed professionals including clinical social workers, licensed professional counselors (LPC) and licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT) have over 150 combined years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
Counselors Of Texas/Side by Side Wellness Center is one of the largest private counseling groups in Central Texas with offices located in Austin Killeen and Round Rock. Our services include individual therapy, marital and family counseling, group therapy, psychological and educational testing, Christian counseling, educational assessments, chemical dependency counseling, vocational counseling and play therapy. We work with children, adolescents and adults.
Our licensed professionals including clinical social workers, licensed professional counselors (LPC) and licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT) have over 150 combined years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
Counselors Of Texas/Side by Side Wellness Center is one of the largest private counseling groups in Central Texas with offices located in Austin Killeen and Round Rock. Our services include individual therapy, marital and family counseling, group therapy, psychological and educational testing, Christian counseling, educational assessments, chemical dependency counseling, vocational counseling and play therapy. We work with children, adolescents and adults.
(737) 204-3398 View (737) 204-3398
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DIANA M Chavez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78748  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I would love to help you out and have experience in the following specialities: Trauma, depression, anxiety, work, family and relationship stressors, LGBTQ, identity issues, grieving and loss, ADHD, Bi Polar, Borderline Personality and other personality disorders, cultural issues, anger, women's issues, spirituality, adolescents.
Listening, empowering & being present with my clients is what I am passionate about. I have about 7 years of counseling & clinical experience.My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents & individuals all ages including geriatrics. Some of the therapeutic modalities I have used with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, traumas or other mental health issues are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Strength Based Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Focused therapy. I don't believe in a "one size fits all" approach. I will help guide you & assist you in coming up with strategies to help conquer your life.
I would love to help you out and have experience in the following specialities: Trauma, depression, anxiety, work, family and relationship stressors, LGBTQ, identity issues, grieving and loss, ADHD, Bi Polar, Borderline Personality and other personality disorders, cultural issues, anger, women's issues, spirituality, adolescents.
Listening, empowering & being present with my clients is what I am passionate about. I have about 7 years of counseling & clinical experience.My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents & individuals all ages including geriatrics. Some of the therapeutic modalities I have used with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, traumas or other mental health issues are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Strength Based Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Focused therapy. I don't believe in a "one size fits all" approach. I will help guide you & assist you in coming up with strategies to help conquer your life.
(214) 380-2435 View (214) 380-2435
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Erin Nicole Ingram
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ingram, TX 78025
Together we can work on self-esteem, self sabotaging thoughts, insecurities, anger, family conflict, life transitions, anxiety and depression.
Life can be hard. Whether it is transitioning from one phase of life to another or financial and work stressors there is always something that we have to learn to cope with and it can be very easy to start feeling overwhelmed and stuck. I believe every experience in life has a purpose. Nothing happens by chance. Failure, conflict or ending a relationship isn't meant to break us but to provide valuable lessons for us to learn, grow, gain insight, become stronger and live happier. I can support and guide you in your search for inner strength needed to regain your sense of control, purpose and joy.
Together we can work on self-esteem, self sabotaging thoughts, insecurities, anger, family conflict, life transitions, anxiety and depression.
Life can be hard. Whether it is transitioning from one phase of life to another or financial and work stressors there is always something that we have to learn to cope with and it can be very easy to start feeling overwhelmed and stuck. I believe every experience in life has a purpose. Nothing happens by chance. Failure, conflict or ending a relationship isn't meant to break us but to provide valuable lessons for us to learn, grow, gain insight, become stronger and live happier. I can support and guide you in your search for inner strength needed to regain your sense of control, purpose and joy.
(214) 753-8311 View (214) 753-8311
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Jeffrey N. McDaniel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Rio Frio, TX 78879
As a therapist working for over twenty-five years with Family Counseling Service, Charlie's Place Recovery Center, multiple Employee Assistance Programs, and in private practice, I have assisted many employees of the City of Corpus Christi, CCISD, the RTA, Christus Spohn Health Care Systems, and many national EAP Programs. I worked for over 15 years in the Nueces County Juvenile Justice Center, am a Designated Mental Health Provider for multiple State Licensing Boards, and as a Critical Incident Stress De-Briefer. My experience has taught me that there are life situations that people go through which can benefit from counseling.
As a therapist working for over twenty-five years with Family Counseling Service, Charlie's Place Recovery Center, multiple Employee Assistance Programs, and in private practice, I have assisted many employees of the City of Corpus Christi, CCISD, the RTA, Christus Spohn Health Care Systems, and many national EAP Programs. I worked for over 15 years in the Nueces County Juvenile Justice Center, am a Designated Mental Health Provider for multiple State Licensing Boards, and as a Critical Incident Stress De-Briefer. My experience has taught me that there are life situations that people go through which can benefit from counseling.
(361) 867-3039 View (361) 867-3039
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Nicole Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759  (Online Only)
I have a genuine and enduring love for people. I understand that seeking therapy may sometimes feel intimidating, but I endeavor to create a safe, supportive space for people to explore opportunities for growth and change in their lives. I believe in helping people to find their voice, while empowering them to see the strengths that they already have inside.
I have a genuine and enduring love for people. I understand that seeking therapy may sometimes feel intimidating, but I endeavor to create a safe, supportive space for people to explore opportunities for growth and change in their lives. I believe in helping people to find their voice, while empowering them to see the strengths that they already have inside.
(254) 274-0483 View (254) 274-0483
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Elevation Psychology PLLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78257
Practicing as a psychologist is more than a profession to me. It is my vocation and my purpose in life to promote the Elevation of the Human Experience for each of my patients. I believe Human Beings can find true happiness despite the cards they were dealt in life and the influences that have kept them from being their best self. As your therapist, my goal is to help you discover the way to experience this process of Elevation in your life.
Practicing as a psychologist is more than a profession to me. It is my vocation and my purpose in life to promote the Elevation of the Human Experience for each of my patients. I believe Human Beings can find true happiness despite the cards they were dealt in life and the influences that have kept them from being their best self. As your therapist, my goal is to help you discover the way to experience this process of Elevation in your life.
(210) 791-6596 View (210) 791-6596

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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.