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Photo of Rhonda D Dyer, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Karnes County, TX
Rhonda D Dyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Canyon Lake, TX 78133  (Online Only)
When you need help with life's challenges, whether it be parenting, relationships, children's behavior problems or issues holding you back from you or your family's full potential, please give me a call. I can help you learn how to cope with life's challenges and the feelings and behaviors that accompany them. Together, I can help you understand the issues and offer ideas to balance your life and restore relationships effected by your challenges. I can offer insight and ideas for resiliency for you and your family.
When you need help with life's challenges, whether it be parenting, relationships, children's behavior problems or issues holding you back from you or your family's full potential, please give me a call. I can help you learn how to cope with life's challenges and the feelings and behaviors that accompany them. Together, I can help you understand the issues and offer ideas to balance your life and restore relationships effected by your challenges. I can offer insight and ideas for resiliency for you and your family.
(512) 572-4281 View (512) 572-4281
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Heights Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, LPA, CST, LMFT
Verified Verified
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
Our belief is to establish a therapeutic relationship for each client to feel comfortable & heard, in a caring & judgment-free manner. We are a boutique counseling practice located in the Houston Heights. We understand the importance of being able to treat the entire family. Whether it is giving support and guidance for a parent, teen counseling for a struggling adolescent, or play therapy, we believe in a systems approach to unify the family, build communication, & provide peace and harmony in the home.
Our belief is to establish a therapeutic relationship for each client to feel comfortable & heard, in a caring & judgment-free manner. We are a boutique counseling practice located in the Houston Heights. We understand the importance of being able to treat the entire family. Whether it is giving support and guidance for a parent, teen counseling for a struggling adolescent, or play therapy, we believe in a systems approach to unify the family, build communication, & provide peace and harmony in the home.
(210) 750-3148 View (210) 750-3148
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Lisa Dreher
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
I incorporate experiential approaches such as AEDP and Internal Family Systems with both couples and individuals.
Are you looking to feel more joy, connection and authenticity in your life? Have you struggled to connect with your sense of agency, power and efficacy? Serving individuals and couples who seek to establish healthier relationship dynamics with themselves and others is a true gift. My passion for this work is rooted in my genuine appreciation and respect for anyone who embarks on the journey of self discovery. In addition to my work with individuals and couples, I offer consultations with parents & caregivers looking to increase harmony and decrease difficult behaviors in their homes with their children.
I incorporate experiential approaches such as AEDP and Internal Family Systems with both couples and individuals.
Are you looking to feel more joy, connection and authenticity in your life? Have you struggled to connect with your sense of agency, power and efficacy? Serving individuals and couples who seek to establish healthier relationship dynamics with themselves and others is a true gift. My passion for this work is rooted in my genuine appreciation and respect for anyone who embarks on the journey of self discovery. In addition to my work with individuals and couples, I offer consultations with parents & caregivers looking to increase harmony and decrease difficult behaviors in their homes with their children.
(512) 881-8574 View (512) 881-8574
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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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Edwardo S. Rodriguez Jr.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78744  (Online Only)
I’ve been trained in Neuropsychological trauma through the lens of the Neuro-sequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT) as well as TF-CBT, CBT, EMDR, experiential therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experience, and humanistic psychotherapy.
Do you often find yourself minimizing or ignoring feelings like anxiety or sadness because they’re too difficult to deal with? Or telling yourself you shouldn’t complain because you have good things in your life? Do you find yourself checked out? Avoiding people, events, and conversations? Feeling our emotions can be overwhelming and, without help, can lead us to get stuck in fight, flight, or freeze. To better understand your past and what brought you here, we’ll reflect on the role stress has played in your life. You’ll be equipped with the necessary coping skills to be present and enjoy your life. Let’s begin–I’m here with you.
I’ve been trained in Neuropsychological trauma through the lens of the Neuro-sequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT) as well as TF-CBT, CBT, EMDR, experiential therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experience, and humanistic psychotherapy.
Do you often find yourself minimizing or ignoring feelings like anxiety or sadness because they’re too difficult to deal with? Or telling yourself you shouldn’t complain because you have good things in your life? Do you find yourself checked out? Avoiding people, events, and conversations? Feeling our emotions can be overwhelming and, without help, can lead us to get stuck in fight, flight, or freeze. To better understand your past and what brought you here, we’ll reflect on the role stress has played in your life. You’ll be equipped with the necessary coping skills to be present and enjoy your life. Let’s begin–I’m here with you.
(737) 373-4066 View (737) 373-4066
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Bethany Jordyn McWilliams
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731  (Online Only)
I currently offer individual and family sessions.
We all live in a world that can cause us to feel isolated, disillusioned, and even hopeless at times due to harmful societal constructs, personal relationship issues, life transitions, and countless other challenges. As a therapist it is my goal to meet my clients wherever they are at to facilitate the creation of new narratives in their life which bring them hope, resilience, and empowerment. I believe we all have the ability to deconstruct and reconstruct the stories that shape our lives in a way that brings us clarity and peace.
I currently offer individual and family sessions.
We all live in a world that can cause us to feel isolated, disillusioned, and even hopeless at times due to harmful societal constructs, personal relationship issues, life transitions, and countless other challenges. As a therapist it is my goal to meet my clients wherever they are at to facilitate the creation of new narratives in their life which bring them hope, resilience, and empowerment. I believe we all have the ability to deconstruct and reconstruct the stories that shape our lives in a way that brings us clarity and peace.
(512) 661-7258 View (512) 661-7258
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Better Functioning
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, B S, MSW, LCSW, EMDR-II
Verified Verified
Lakeway, TX 78738  (Online Only)
...., communication practice to enhance relationships with self and family and others. Transitions (work, divorce, substance abuse/recovery and grief/loss), toward independence and engagement with respect and optimism....., Robert Fuschini, MSW, LCSW, is a practicing psychotherapist in the Phoenix metropolitan area. With over 25 years of experience, Robert has worked with diverse populations including veterans, individuals, families, couples, persons in substance abuse recovery and autistic individuals and their families; addressing issues of transitioning, depression, grief, and anxiety.
...., communication practice to enhance relationships with self and family and others. Transitions (work, divorce, substance abuse/recovery and grief/loss), toward independence and engagement with respect and optimism....., Robert Fuschini, MSW, LCSW, is a practicing psychotherapist in the Phoenix metropolitan area. With over 25 years of experience, Robert has worked with diverse populations including veterans, individuals, families, couples, persons in substance abuse recovery and autistic individuals and their families; addressing issues of transitioning, depression, grief, and anxiety.
(602) 975-3923 View (602) 975-3923
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Nancy Recalde
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78249
I offer individual, couples and family sessions from a behavioral and relational approach.
I believe that we are created with potential for balance and harmony, however, life is not always easy, we may struggle at times to reach this balance. When we get "stuck" or face difficult challenges, we must first identify which areas of life need adjusting or strengthening, and then, we set out to make the necessary changes. Whether it is physical, emotional, spiritual or mental unbalance, we can positively impact our lives by starting to work in one area, and, since they are all connected, the rest will follow. The mind-body connection is undeniable, research and science favor an integrated approach to behavioral health.
I offer individual, couples and family sessions from a behavioral and relational approach.
I believe that we are created with potential for balance and harmony, however, life is not always easy, we may struggle at times to reach this balance. When we get "stuck" or face difficult challenges, we must first identify which areas of life need adjusting or strengthening, and then, we set out to make the necessary changes. Whether it is physical, emotional, spiritual or mental unbalance, we can positively impact our lives by starting to work in one area, and, since they are all connected, the rest will follow. The mind-body connection is undeniable, research and science favor an integrated approach to behavioral health.
(833) 721-1255 View (833) 721-1255
Photo of Jamie Mershon, Licensed Professional Counselor in Karnes County, TX
Jamie Mershon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Castle Hills, TX 78213
Are you In search of a caring professional who is equipped and experienced? Whether you're an adult, family, teen or child---the time for change is now. My 15 years of experience with working in the schools has given me an invaluable insight as to how our younger years, shape and mold us in our later years. Regardless of where you are struggling; past, present and/or future, there is hope. By getting to the root of the problem, we aren’t just treating the symptoms but instead, you will be finding freedom from issues/feelings/situations that seem to be surfacing or returning.
Are you In search of a caring professional who is equipped and experienced? Whether you're an adult, family, teen or child---the time for change is now. My 15 years of experience with working in the schools has given me an invaluable insight as to how our younger years, shape and mold us in our later years. Regardless of where you are struggling; past, present and/or future, there is hope. By getting to the root of the problem, we aren’t just treating the symptoms but instead, you will be finding freedom from issues/feelings/situations that seem to be surfacing or returning.
(210) 801-9076 View (210) 801-9076
Photo of Gloria Gitlin, Licensed Professional Counselor in Karnes County, TX
Gloria Gitlin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78744
Hello, I am Gloria Gitlin, a licensed professional counselor with forty-two years of clinical experience. I have experience working with Individuals, Couples, Families, and Minors who are facing Behavioral Issues, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Self Esteem, Spirituality, Anxiety, and many more. I use a mix of ACT, Adlerian, Christian Counseling, Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, CPT, Compassion Focused, Couples Therapy, Culturally Sensitive, EFT, Family Systems, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Interpersonal, Jungian, MBCT, Intervention, and many more. I believe I could help others in distress and give peace in their situations.
Hello, I am Gloria Gitlin, a licensed professional counselor with forty-two years of clinical experience. I have experience working with Individuals, Couples, Families, and Minors who are facing Behavioral Issues, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Self Esteem, Spirituality, Anxiety, and many more. I use a mix of ACT, Adlerian, Christian Counseling, Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, CPT, Compassion Focused, Couples Therapy, Culturally Sensitive, EFT, Family Systems, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Interpersonal, Jungian, MBCT, Intervention, and many more. I believe I could help others in distress and give peace in their situations.
(430) 213-4241 View (430) 213-4241
Photo of Simon G. Niblock, Marriage & Family Therapist in Karnes County, TX
Simon G. Niblock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78704
My professional career as a licensed family and relational therapist is entirely focused on the field of men’s mental and emotional health and wellness – helping deliver personalized, effective and enduring practices that enhance relationships and individual life pursuits.
Men have never lost the desire to explore. This desire frequently leads men to seek alternative ways to navigate the spinning world around them, including their own potential. Chances are, if you’re exploring this website, you’re feeling a disconnect between the life you envision and what you’re actually experiencing. And you’ve realized this disconnect shows up in the form of emotional distress, up and down relationships, and/or doubt about where your life is taking you. Maybe it's time to consider a new road map.
My professional career as a licensed family and relational therapist is entirely focused on the field of men’s mental and emotional health and wellness – helping deliver personalized, effective and enduring practices that enhance relationships and individual life pursuits.
Men have never lost the desire to explore. This desire frequently leads men to seek alternative ways to navigate the spinning world around them, including their own potential. Chances are, if you’re exploring this website, you’re feeling a disconnect between the life you envision and what you’re actually experiencing. And you’ve realized this disconnect shows up in the form of emotional distress, up and down relationships, and/or doubt about where your life is taking you. Maybe it's time to consider a new road map.
(512) 470-6976 View (512) 470-6976
Photo of Jessica Chavarria, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in Karnes County, TX
Jessica Chavarria
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78748  (Online Only)
Life can be difficult sometimes for teens, adults, and parents. Childhood trauma, breaking generational cycles, or sudden life events can make us feel alone and unable to face our fears. This emotional pain can bring symptoms of depression and anxiety, cause a change in behavior and sleep or cause family conflict. You may ask yourself why did this happen to me? Or will I ever feel like myself? It all can feel overwhelming! As your therapist, I will walk with you as you process these changes to heal, grow, and empower yourself.
Life can be difficult sometimes for teens, adults, and parents. Childhood trauma, breaking generational cycles, or sudden life events can make us feel alone and unable to face our fears. This emotional pain can bring symptoms of depression and anxiety, cause a change in behavior and sleep or cause family conflict. You may ask yourself why did this happen to me? Or will I ever feel like myself? It all can feel overwhelming! As your therapist, I will walk with you as you process these changes to heal, grow, and empower yourself.
(512) 489-9681 View (512) 489-9681
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Zachary Mortus
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78232
Have you felt overwhelmed by your child's anxiety, ADHD, behavioral issues or big feelings? Do you feel like you have tried everything and can't find the solution? You don't have to continue to feel exhausted, frustrated, and discouraged. I specialize in working with children and families to identify the best way to solve problems and learn new coping skills. My training in play therapy and problem teen behaviors will help you have a family that is connected, peaceful, and thriving again. Together we will work to help your child gain new skills, express emotions, and connect again. You are not alone and I will help you get there!
Have you felt overwhelmed by your child's anxiety, ADHD, behavioral issues or big feelings? Do you feel like you have tried everything and can't find the solution? You don't have to continue to feel exhausted, frustrated, and discouraged. I specialize in working with children and families to identify the best way to solve problems and learn new coping skills. My training in play therapy and problem teen behaviors will help you have a family that is connected, peaceful, and thriving again. Together we will work to help your child gain new skills, express emotions, and connect again. You are not alone and I will help you get there!
(830) 581-0819 View (830) 581-0819
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Kristin Sharp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78756
I specialize in working with teens and young adults around the issues of trauma, adoption, substance use, depression, self-harm, family conflict, and life transitions. I know these time periods in life are especially challenging, and no problem is too big or too small for therapy. I am here as a resource to handle the extreme life events, or if you simply need to process. If you are feeling like you don't know what could possibly make life more manageable or how to stop behaviors that are no longer helpful, I can be of help. Teens and young adults are my passion, and I have seen I am able to deeply connect with them.
I specialize in working with teens and young adults around the issues of trauma, adoption, substance use, depression, self-harm, family conflict, and life transitions. I know these time periods in life are especially challenging, and no problem is too big or too small for therapy. I am here as a resource to handle the extreme life events, or if you simply need to process. If you are feeling like you don't know what could possibly make life more manageable or how to stop behaviors that are no longer helpful, I can be of help. Teens and young adults are my passion, and I have seen I am able to deeply connect with them.
(512) 886-9758 View (512) 886-9758
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Theodore A Carlos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
Feeling stuck, angry, depressed, or confused? Are you fed up, with yourself, your partner, or family members? Are you struggling financially? Are looking for a different career or starting one? Are your struggling with school or college? Do you have feelings and thoughts that you do not understand, and don't feel comfortable talking to friends or family about them? These are common experiences for many people in our complicated society. Sometimes people "act out", fall into addictions, just shut down, or make bad decisions. They want change, but are not sure how. That's when counseling and analysis can really help.
Feeling stuck, angry, depressed, or confused? Are you fed up, with yourself, your partner, or family members? Are you struggling financially? Are looking for a different career or starting one? Are your struggling with school or college? Do you have feelings and thoughts that you do not understand, and don't feel comfortable talking to friends or family about them? These are common experiences for many people in our complicated society. Sometimes people "act out", fall into addictions, just shut down, or make bad decisions. They want change, but are not sure how. That's when counseling and analysis can really help.
(512) 883-5015 View (512) 883-5015
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Jessica Kilpatrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701
Waitlist for new clients
Are you worried about your child's mental health or overall well-being? Has your child recently gone through something difficult and you feel they may need some extra support? I would love to help you navigate these challenges. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor who specializes in working with children, teens, and families. I believe that healthy connections and safe relationships can create healing opportunities. I would be honored to help your family understand anxiety, face relationship difficulties, or navigate uncertain and challenging situations.
Are you worried about your child's mental health or overall well-being? Has your child recently gone through something difficult and you feel they may need some extra support? I would love to help you navigate these challenges. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor who specializes in working with children, teens, and families. I believe that healthy connections and safe relationships can create healing opportunities. I would be honored to help your family understand anxiety, face relationship difficulties, or navigate uncertain and challenging situations.
(512) 980-9575 View (512) 980-9575
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Distinctive Counseling and Consulting, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi, I am Jinnelle V. Powell, the Owner and Founder of Distinctive Counseling and Consulting. Our Distinctive Counselors are highly skilled and ready to help you navigate life's challenges. Our team of counselors assists clients address a wide variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, family conflict, marital problems, career changes, parenting, and issues relevant to young children and adolescents. We provide treatment tailored to the needs of the client and rooted in evidence based practices.
Hi, I am Jinnelle V. Powell, the Owner and Founder of Distinctive Counseling and Consulting. Our Distinctive Counselors are highly skilled and ready to help you navigate life's challenges. Our team of counselors assists clients address a wide variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, family conflict, marital problems, career changes, parenting, and issues relevant to young children and adolescents. We provide treatment tailored to the needs of the client and rooted in evidence based practices.
(361) 203-8294 View (361) 203-8294
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Sound Mind Austin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78745  (Online Only)
We are committed to creating a safe and confidential environment that respects diverse backgrounds, family forms and experiences.
Our experience in mental health runs decades deep. The primary clinical focus of Sound Mind Austin integrates issues related to peak performance, trauma, healing, gender violence, positive masculinity, and a drive to bridge the muse of music and mental health. We are trauma-informed licensed clinical psychotherapists and utilize techniques to deepen somatic comfort and strengthen mindfulness. These practices, alongside advanced applications in EMDR, clinical hypnosis, and mindfulness based psychotherapy, hold the power to strengthen progress, grow comfort, and heal trauma.
We are committed to creating a safe and confidential environment that respects diverse backgrounds, family forms and experiences.
Our experience in mental health runs decades deep. The primary clinical focus of Sound Mind Austin integrates issues related to peak performance, trauma, healing, gender violence, positive masculinity, and a drive to bridge the muse of music and mental health. We are trauma-informed licensed clinical psychotherapists and utilize techniques to deepen somatic comfort and strengthen mindfulness. These practices, alongside advanced applications in EMDR, clinical hypnosis, and mindfulness based psychotherapy, hold the power to strengthen progress, grow comfort, and heal trauma.
(512) 991-5173 View (512) 991-5173
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Monica Pinzon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78209
Kiddos, teens, and young adults are my jam. I understand family conflict, struggles with social interactions, anxiety, depression, and all the things that these age groups have to face, especially in a world that doesn't seem to be kind and understanding of their obstacles and needs, almost dismissing their experiences as undeserving of being taken seriously. These youth are seeking to find their place in the world and feel confident and worthy of moving through life with the love and respect they deserve. They're eager to learn more about themselves and make sense of the world around them and becoming self empowered in the process.
Kiddos, teens, and young adults are my jam. I understand family conflict, struggles with social interactions, anxiety, depression, and all the things that these age groups have to face, especially in a world that doesn't seem to be kind and understanding of their obstacles and needs, almost dismissing their experiences as undeserving of being taken seriously. These youth are seeking to find their place in the world and feel confident and worthy of moving through life with the love and respect they deserve. They're eager to learn more about themselves and make sense of the world around them and becoming self empowered in the process.
(210) 405-2191 View (210) 405-2191
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LoveCare Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
We believe we all need someone to talk with throughout our lives, a safe place and safe person we can open up with in ways that we may not be able to with our family and friends. Our passion is to provide a safe haven, with confidentiality and a true listening ear to help bring healing and restoration to hurting people and families. We are dedicated to working alongside you through emotional, mental, physical and/or spiritual issues as well as promote life change and growth. (Please view our slideshow to see all of our counselors and view our facility to get more acquainted with us.)
We believe we all need someone to talk with throughout our lives, a safe place and safe person we can open up with in ways that we may not be able to with our family and friends. Our passion is to provide a safe haven, with confidentiality and a true listening ear to help bring healing and restoration to hurting people and families. We are dedicated to working alongside you through emotional, mental, physical and/or spiritual issues as well as promote life change and growth. (Please view our slideshow to see all of our counselors and view our facility to get more acquainted with us.)
(361) 446-6460 View (361) 446-6460

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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.