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Thrive! with Dr. Ivi PLLC
Psychologist, MFA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76109
Feeling slightly off or disconnected? Feeling blocked and unable to move forward in life? Sometimes speaking to someone outside of your immediate circle of family and friends can help alleviate these and many other symptoms. Dr. Acuna is a licensed clinical psychologist who has helped many clients overcome various seemingly insurmountable challenges to help them move towards the life they envisioned for themselves. For many people challenges may come about in the midst of transition (graduation, career shift, relocation, grief) and support is much needed. Dr Acuna can help you maneuver through these changes.
Feeling slightly off or disconnected? Feeling blocked and unable to move forward in life? Sometimes speaking to someone outside of your immediate circle of family and friends can help alleviate these and many other symptoms. Dr. Acuna is a licensed clinical psychologist who has helped many clients overcome various seemingly insurmountable challenges to help them move towards the life they envisioned for themselves. For many people challenges may come about in the midst of transition (graduation, career shift, relocation, grief) and support is much needed. Dr Acuna can help you maneuver through these changes.
(817) 440-3363 View (817) 440-3363
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Enrichment Counseling Solutions, P.C.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CDWF, CPDT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waco, TX 76710
I value the role spirituality plays in self-evaluation, change, growth, healing, relationships & success. I practice from a family systems perspective, helping people discover hindrances holding them back from living a life they love. Counseling is a powerful support resource, especially when wresting with the challenges & the unexpected that life has a way of throwing at you from past to present. I hope you'll consider letting me support you in healing & designing & creating a life you can love living. Ask me about incorporating yoga & art into counseling. Additionally, I offer an empowering Women's Sexuality service.
I value the role spirituality plays in self-evaluation, change, growth, healing, relationships & success. I practice from a family systems perspective, helping people discover hindrances holding them back from living a life they love. Counseling is a powerful support resource, especially when wresting with the challenges & the unexpected that life has a way of throwing at you from past to present. I hope you'll consider letting me support you in healing & designing & creating a life you can love living. Ask me about incorporating yoga & art into counseling. Additionally, I offer an empowering Women's Sexuality service.
(254) 870-1094 View (254) 870-1094
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CHART Counseling Services, Candace Thurman, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Your happy mask won’t cover up your unresolved trauma, family issues, stress, mental health and/or substance abuse issues.
If you are exploring therapy options for you and/or your loved one, then I guess it is safe to say that you are at the point where you feel you’ve tried and tried to fix the same issues only to gain limited to no success. Our goal at CHART Counseling Services is Creating Hope And Restoring Trust. I specialize in helping individuals; young and old, families, and couples gain the necessary tools/skills to be an effective communicator, become assertive, set boundaries, increase confidence and self-esteem, and more importantly become overall mentally fit to face day to day life challenges.
Your happy mask won’t cover up your unresolved trauma, family issues, stress, mental health and/or substance abuse issues.
If you are exploring therapy options for you and/or your loved one, then I guess it is safe to say that you are at the point where you feel you’ve tried and tried to fix the same issues only to gain limited to no success. Our goal at CHART Counseling Services is Creating Hope And Restoring Trust. I specialize in helping individuals; young and old, families, and couples gain the necessary tools/skills to be an effective communicator, become assertive, set boundaries, increase confidence and self-esteem, and more importantly become overall mentally fit to face day to day life challenges.
(469) 425-2342 View (469) 425-2342
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Anna Pavlisova
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093
Life and families can get a bit messy. Navigating the path of family life is undoubtedly one of the most challenging yet rewarding journeys. Hi! I am Anna Pavlisova, and I am a graduate student intern completing my practicum at Abilene Christian University to satisfy the requirement to obtain my master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. As I start my journey as a marriage and family therapy graduate student intern under the supervision of Dr. Kristina Dingus Keuhlen, Ph.D., LMFT-S (202859), I strive to foster a safe and non-judgmental space, tailoring my client-focused approach to meet each client unique needs.
Life and families can get a bit messy. Navigating the path of family life is undoubtedly one of the most challenging yet rewarding journeys. Hi! I am Anna Pavlisova, and I am a graduate student intern completing my practicum at Abilene Christian University to satisfy the requirement to obtain my master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. As I start my journey as a marriage and family therapy graduate student intern under the supervision of Dr. Kristina Dingus Keuhlen, Ph.D., LMFT-S (202859), I strive to foster a safe and non-judgmental space, tailoring my client-focused approach to meet each client unique needs.
(972) 779-9685 View (972) 779-9685
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Meyer Counseling Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Contact us for an appointment today for you, a family member or friends.
Is your child or teenager struggling in school or at home and you are not sure where to begin looking for help? Are you wondering if your child may be suffering with ADHD, an addiction, a learning disability, anxiety, depression or stress from divorce or dealing with life/school situations? At Meyer Counseling Center, we are proud to offer you improved services through our affiliation with the Amen Clinics, the world leader in neuropsychiatry. As part of this association, we have access to specialized assessments and resources to help patients struggling with brain-related conditions and mental health issues.
Contact us for an appointment today for you, a family member or friends.
Is your child or teenager struggling in school or at home and you are not sure where to begin looking for help? Are you wondering if your child may be suffering with ADHD, an addiction, a learning disability, anxiety, depression or stress from divorce or dealing with life/school situations? At Meyer Counseling Center, we are proud to offer you improved services through our affiliation with the Amen Clinics, the world leader in neuropsychiatry. As part of this association, we have access to specialized assessments and resources to help patients struggling with brain-related conditions and mental health issues.
(817) 381-1548 View (817) 381-1548
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Patrick Edward Gilliland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MALMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75034
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I see couples miscommunicate or not communicate at all, misunderstand, misinterpret, and come to false conclusions.
Hello and thank you for stopping by. I help couples, families, and individuals improve communication, resolve conflict, and build skills to handle anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and more. Couples often find themselves struggling with communication and conflict resolution. I help repair and rebuild the connection between partners, teaching evidence based skills on how to state needs, set healthy boundaries, and bring harmony back into the relationship. I work virtually with clients from both GA and TX. In-office appointments are now available in Frisco, TX at the address listed in my profile.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I see couples miscommunicate or not communicate at all, misunderstand, misinterpret, and come to false conclusions.
Hello and thank you for stopping by. I help couples, families, and individuals improve communication, resolve conflict, and build skills to handle anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and more. Couples often find themselves struggling with communication and conflict resolution. I help repair and rebuild the connection between partners, teaching evidence based skills on how to state needs, set healthy boundaries, and bring harmony back into the relationship. I work virtually with clients from both GA and TX. In-office appointments are now available in Frisco, TX at the address listed in my profile.
(770) 212-2093 View (770) 212-2093
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Kathleen L Nadelson
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colleyville, TX 76034
My previous experience includes facilitating weekly therapeutic groups to children who have experienced and/or witnessed family violence, and provided children with crisis intervention, safety planning, child play therapy, and Rogerian therapy to treat a multitude of childhood issues, anxiety disorders, and abuse issues.
EMDR Trained and a Certified Irlen Screener, I have worked in the mental health field since 2006. I earned my Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the Texas School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, and a Bachelor's Degree from Saint Edward's University. I am a credentialed health service psychologist with the National Register of Health Service Psychologists and also the founder and owner of Psychological Services of North Texas.
My previous experience includes facilitating weekly therapeutic groups to children who have experienced and/or witnessed family violence, and provided children with crisis intervention, safety planning, child play therapy, and Rogerian therapy to treat a multitude of childhood issues, anxiety disorders, and abuse issues.
EMDR Trained and a Certified Irlen Screener, I have worked in the mental health field since 2006. I earned my Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the Texas School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, and a Bachelor's Degree from Saint Edward's University. I am a credentialed health service psychologist with the National Register of Health Service Psychologists and also the founder and owner of Psychological Services of North Texas.
(817) 646-7922 View (817) 646-7922
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Mona Ghosheh -Online Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75002  (Online Only)
You were brought up to talk a certain way, live a certain way, look a certain way and love a certain way. But deep down, you don't believe much of that anymore. So, you hide. You don't want to be a disappointment to your friends & family. The constant pushing down of your beliefs, thoughts, and feelings is killing you and getting harder and harder to keep from spilling onto every part of your life. I help millennials dig out from under the mess. To accept & celebrate all aspects of their identities and to improve their relationships both in and out.
You were brought up to talk a certain way, live a certain way, look a certain way and love a certain way. But deep down, you don't believe much of that anymore. So, you hide. You don't want to be a disappointment to your friends & family. The constant pushing down of your beliefs, thoughts, and feelings is killing you and getting harder and harder to keep from spilling onto every part of your life. I help millennials dig out from under the mess. To accept & celebrate all aspects of their identities and to improve their relationships both in and out.
(512) 710-1031 View (512) 710-1031
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Divine Interventions
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CIP, CATC
Verified Verified
Desoto, TX 75115
My team is committed to doing whatever it takes to restore your family by providing uniquely tailored recovery solutions.
Kathy is a nationally certified drug and alcohol interventionist. She is a board registered Interventionist, and a Certified drug and alcohol counselor. She has been working in the field of addiction recovery for over 20 years. Her hands-on experience with SUD has given her the clinical comprehension of what to expect and how to assist you and your loved one through the transition into recovery. Kathy recognizes that substance use disorder is a debilitating disease that attacks an individual and families on all Ievels: physically, emotionally & spiritually. Her goal is to restore hope with care, honesty, and professionalism.
My team is committed to doing whatever it takes to restore your family by providing uniquely tailored recovery solutions.
Kathy is a nationally certified drug and alcohol interventionist. She is a board registered Interventionist, and a Certified drug and alcohol counselor. She has been working in the field of addiction recovery for over 20 years. Her hands-on experience with SUD has given her the clinical comprehension of what to expect and how to assist you and your loved one through the transition into recovery. Kathy recognizes that substance use disorder is a debilitating disease that attacks an individual and families on all Ievels: physically, emotionally & spiritually. Her goal is to restore hope with care, honesty, and professionalism.
(866) 688-2415 View (866) 688-2415
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Yilda Sanchez
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75229
My goal is to help you maneuver through the many challenges in life such as relationships, family, work, and more.
Do you wish tough moments in life came with a warning label? As your therapist, I will walk alongside you on the journey called healing. It may seem out of reach, unknown, and scary but together we will reach the light at the end of the tunnel. ¡Hola me alegro que estes aqui! My name is Yilda Sanchez and I was born and raised in Jersey. I personally like to refer to myself as “The Latina Healer.” I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by Mindi Ervin, LPC-S. I moved to Dallas with my husband and my goldendoodle named Koda in the summer of 2022.
My goal is to help you maneuver through the many challenges in life such as relationships, family, work, and more.
Do you wish tough moments in life came with a warning label? As your therapist, I will walk alongside you on the journey called healing. It may seem out of reach, unknown, and scary but together we will reach the light at the end of the tunnel. ¡Hola me alegro que estes aqui! My name is Yilda Sanchez and I was born and raised in Jersey. I personally like to refer to myself as “The Latina Healer.” I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by Mindi Ervin, LPC-S. I moved to Dallas with my husband and my goldendoodle named Koda in the summer of 2022.
(469) 617-2298 View (469) 617-2298
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Catherine Klingler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC, C-DBT, CCTP-I
Verified Verified
Belton, TX 76513
I work with anxiety, depression, personality disorders, childhood sexual trauma, military trauma, relationship issues, self-harming behaviors, and increase family communication in a judgement free environment.
I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic alliance and provide a stong client centered approach and meet clients where they are in life. I use a combination of CBT, DBT, and Trauma Informed approach that fosters healing, growth, and change from within.
I work with anxiety, depression, personality disorders, childhood sexual trauma, military trauma, relationship issues, self-harming behaviors, and increase family communication in a judgement free environment.
I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic alliance and provide a stong client centered approach and meet clients where they are in life. I use a combination of CBT, DBT, and Trauma Informed approach that fosters healing, growth, and change from within.
(254) 252-3633 View (254) 252-3633
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Logan Williamson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75220  (Online Only)
You are looking for someone with the 3 E's. Education, Experience, and Empathy. We all want to become a better version of ourselves, and desire to walk that journey with someone who is best prepared. Over the last 18 years I have helped individuals and families with a wide range of issues, and have developed specialties in ADHD, Anxiety management, Depression and Autism. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Family Systems theory, while adding an understanding of neuropsychological functioning to help my clients. These methods have been clinically proven and are evidence based treatments.
You are looking for someone with the 3 E's. Education, Experience, and Empathy. We all want to become a better version of ourselves, and desire to walk that journey with someone who is best prepared. Over the last 18 years I have helped individuals and families with a wide range of issues, and have developed specialties in ADHD, Anxiety management, Depression and Autism. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Family Systems theory, while adding an understanding of neuropsychological functioning to help my clients. These methods have been clinically proven and are evidence based treatments.
(214) 761-8317 View (214) 761-8317
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N. Juliana Dewitt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Greenville, TX 75402  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 11 years of professional experience. My specialties include trauma and abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault, family conflicts, stress and anxiety, depression, identity development, multicultural concerns, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 11 years of professional experience. My specialties include trauma and abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault, family conflicts, stress and anxiety, depression, identity development, multicultural concerns, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes.
(903) 347-5799 View (903) 347-5799
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Samantha Sample
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230
Welcome. My name is Samatha and I specialize in areas often related to interpersonal trauma such as post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, and issues of social inequity. Interpersonal trauma can include anything from childhood trauma that occurs in the family of origin, to ongoing discrimination in everyday life. Often times, trauma interferes with our ability to trust others and the world around us. This makes it very difficult to feel safe and secure in our own skin. It can be challenging to engage in the present moment and feel fulfilled, and it can compromise our health in many ways.
Welcome. My name is Samatha and I specialize in areas often related to interpersonal trauma such as post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, and issues of social inequity. Interpersonal trauma can include anything from childhood trauma that occurs in the family of origin, to ongoing discrimination in everyday life. Often times, trauma interferes with our ability to trust others and the world around us. This makes it very difficult to feel safe and secure in our own skin. It can be challenging to engage in the present moment and feel fulfilled, and it can compromise our health in many ways.
(972) 316-9889 View (972) 316-9889
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Counseling with Trish PLLC
LPC-Associate, MA, MBA, EMDR tr
Verified Verified
Aledo, TX 76008
Life can be really chaotic, unfair, overwhelming, and/or conflicting. Relationships with our significant other, children, extended family, and even friends can get difficult and hard to maintain how you want. You can end up feeling pretty lonely, or you might feel lost not knowing which direction to turn is the best. Sometimes it feels like there is so much that has happened it's hard to know what it is that is causing all the feelings. There is hope to move from the extremes and create a happy balance - to live from our calling, strengths, hopes, and dreams again.
Life can be really chaotic, unfair, overwhelming, and/or conflicting. Relationships with our significant other, children, extended family, and even friends can get difficult and hard to maintain how you want. You can end up feeling pretty lonely, or you might feel lost not knowing which direction to turn is the best. Sometimes it feels like there is so much that has happened it's hard to know what it is that is causing all the feelings. There is hope to move from the extremes and create a happy balance - to live from our calling, strengths, hopes, and dreams again.
(682) 204-9836 View (682) 204-9836
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Sandhya Nair
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76244  (Online Only)
Therapy is a process of self exploration, acceptance, healing and recognition of ones own strengths and goals. I strongly believe that we have tremendous potential and through commitment to ourselves we all can build a life we dream about, where there is peace and fulfillment. My professional training in clinical social work, experience working with a diverse population and constant need to learn about best practices has shaped my understanding of a variety of personal and societal issues. My Client focus is Veterans, Couples, Families dealing with PTSD/Trauma/Family Issues/Marital Issues/Grief/Loss and Mens Issues.
Therapy is a process of self exploration, acceptance, healing and recognition of ones own strengths and goals. I strongly believe that we have tremendous potential and through commitment to ourselves we all can build a life we dream about, where there is peace and fulfillment. My professional training in clinical social work, experience working with a diverse population and constant need to learn about best practices has shaped my understanding of a variety of personal and societal issues. My Client focus is Veterans, Couples, Families dealing with PTSD/Trauma/Family Issues/Marital Issues/Grief/Loss and Mens Issues.
(512) 402-3895 View (512) 402-3895
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Christopher Jones
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv, MPA
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
My family and marriage are important to me.
My primary specialty is romantic conflict. Many persons I counsel are either "stuck" or at an impasse. They just cannot seem to resolve their conflict. They often see their issues worsen despite efforts. I address the root causes, matters that often go unaddressed. These root issues are often why couples continue to fight. These matters are so strong that they can take the best of romances and turn them into near hatred and disgust. My secondary specialty is emotional management, including with children. I primarily address regret, fear, anger, and anxiety, helping you understand and manage emotions that hold you back.
My family and marriage are important to me.
My primary specialty is romantic conflict. Many persons I counsel are either "stuck" or at an impasse. They just cannot seem to resolve their conflict. They often see their issues worsen despite efforts. I address the root causes, matters that often go unaddressed. These root issues are often why couples continue to fight. These matters are so strong that they can take the best of romances and turn them into near hatred and disgust. My secondary specialty is emotional management, including with children. I primarily address regret, fear, anger, and anxiety, helping you understand and manage emotions that hold you back.
(469) 840-1927 View (469) 840-1927
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Alfred (Alfie) Wishart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230
The path of progress comes from collaboration in an atmosphere of cooperation, education, and insight. Whether our stress is around our internal needs, people close to us, or with the state of the world, the counseling relationship is about accessing and utilizing your innate ability to learn and grow from where you are into the better life you seek. Covid-19 has disrupted nearly all our connections with friends, family, work, and community. This has brought out the unfulfilled need for connection in relationships already stressful, and has inspired people to find creative ways of strengthening connection.
The path of progress comes from collaboration in an atmosphere of cooperation, education, and insight. Whether our stress is around our internal needs, people close to us, or with the state of the world, the counseling relationship is about accessing and utilizing your innate ability to learn and grow from where you are into the better life you seek. Covid-19 has disrupted nearly all our connections with friends, family, work, and community. This has brought out the unfulfilled need for connection in relationships already stressful, and has inspired people to find creative ways of strengthening connection.
(214) 427-1049 View (214) 427-1049
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Ann Wilder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76132  (Online Only)
My therapeutic approaches include a wholistic use of mindfulness, solution oriented brief therapy, motivational interviewing, family systems model, trauma informed care, Level II EMDR, cognitive behavioral, and person-centered therapy.
Adulting is tough! Managing multiple stressors in the modern world post-COVID is a challenge many individuals and families are struggling with. Seeking mental health support while meeting the challenges of everyday life can help restore a sense of confidence and hope. My name is Dr. Ann Wilder and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in the field of mental health for over 25 years. I will work collaboratively with you to help find the best solution to meet your personal therapy goals. I enjoy working together with individuals, couples and families to determine the most effective way to impact change.
My therapeutic approaches include a wholistic use of mindfulness, solution oriented brief therapy, motivational interviewing, family systems model, trauma informed care, Level II EMDR, cognitive behavioral, and person-centered therapy.
Adulting is tough! Managing multiple stressors in the modern world post-COVID is a challenge many individuals and families are struggling with. Seeking mental health support while meeting the challenges of everyday life can help restore a sense of confidence and hope. My name is Dr. Ann Wilder and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in the field of mental health for over 25 years. I will work collaboratively with you to help find the best solution to meet your personal therapy goals. I enjoy working together with individuals, couples and families to determine the most effective way to impact change.
(412) 419-3898 View (412) 419-3898
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Pathway to Empathy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75254  (Online Only)
You may have a goal of living a meaningful life in all its richness and seeking help with interpersonal or mental health symptom related concerns? Depression, anxiety, history of trauma? Are you, your family or relations journeying through life transitions or in need of support related to medical-health concerns? There are times in life when it feels like you are barely keeping your head above water. Not a fun feeling! More importantly, I work with compassion, empathy, and am non-judgmental, while creating a safe space for you to explore and understand.
You may have a goal of living a meaningful life in all its richness and seeking help with interpersonal or mental health symptom related concerns? Depression, anxiety, history of trauma? Are you, your family or relations journeying through life transitions or in need of support related to medical-health concerns? There are times in life when it feels like you are barely keeping your head above water. Not a fun feeling! More importantly, I work with compassion, empathy, and am non-judgmental, while creating a safe space for you to explore and understand.
(713) 497-1285 View (713) 497-1285

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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.