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Andrew N Friedman
Psychologist, PhD
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3 Endorsed
Lubbock, TX 79416
Do you feel like you have no power in your life? Do you take responsibility for things out of your control? You don't have to do this alone. I want to help. I work with people from all walks of life on concerns ranging from adjustment and self-discovery to severe trauma and depression and everything in between. I use support, insight, and perspective to empower you to make positive changes in your life. Whether it is helping you to find new ways to cope with old pain, gain awareness of and alter destructive patterns, or getting a new perspective, I can help. You deserve happiness.
Do you feel like you have no power in your life? Do you take responsibility for things out of your control? You don't have to do this alone. I want to help. I work with people from all walks of life on concerns ranging from adjustment and self-discovery to severe trauma and depression and everything in between. I use support, insight, and perspective to empower you to make positive changes in your life. Whether it is helping you to find new ways to cope with old pain, gain awareness of and alter destructive patterns, or getting a new perspective, I can help. You deserve happiness.
(806) 589-5992 View (806) 589-5992
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Leaning Red Oak, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyDc, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lubbock, TX 79413
Currently accepting new patients in our Lubbock office and will be offering video/online therapy in 2019 for Texas residents. My goal is to help you uncover your potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. Together, we will find your strengths and create the structure that allows you to function at your best. If you are looking for extra support and guidance through challenging situations, or ready to move in a new direction, I will work with you to help you achieve your goals.
Currently accepting new patients in our Lubbock office and will be offering video/online therapy in 2019 for Texas residents. My goal is to help you uncover your potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. Together, we will find your strengths and create the structure that allows you to function at your best. If you are looking for extra support and guidance through challenging situations, or ready to move in a new direction, I will work with you to help you achieve your goals.
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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.