Family Therapy in Moore, TX

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John Michael Murray
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MS, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Moore, TX 78057
I am licensed both as a Professional Counselor and in Marriage and Family Therapy.
You are one-of-a-kind. And so, beginning with our first meeting, I will be sure that I clearly understand you and your unique needs. Then, as your therapist, I will work to help you establish and achieve the goals that are immportant to you. Effective psychotherapy supports the emotional healing that leads to wellbeing. My approach includes what I call "relational reflective listening and speaking". It's a process that developes and nurtures the deep respect I have for my patients. In our conversations you and I together will discover new possibilities, new hope that heals the heart.
I am licensed both as a Professional Counselor and in Marriage and Family Therapy.
You are one-of-a-kind. And so, beginning with our first meeting, I will be sure that I clearly understand you and your unique needs. Then, as your therapist, I will work to help you establish and achieve the goals that are immportant to you. Effective psychotherapy supports the emotional healing that leads to wellbeing. My approach includes what I call "relational reflective listening and speaking". It's a process that developes and nurtures the deep respect I have for my patients. In our conversations you and I together will discover new possibilities, new hope that heals the heart.
(832) 463-5602 View (832) 463-5602

More Therapists Nearby

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TKR Counseling Services PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Devine, TX 78016
Ready to reach out and learn how you can rebuild a healthy relationship with your child and break the generational patterns that keep your family captive? The sand tray can become a safe space to express thoughts, fears, and hopes.
You are a loving caregiver, dedicated to your child. But lately, you have found yourself amid an emotional tempest, questioning your abilities and feeling like a parenting failure. Your child’s behavior has become increasingly challenging. Tantrums erupt at the most unexpected times, drawing judgmental glances from strangers and leaving you feeling embarrassed and ashamed. You often wonder how such a tiny human could evoke such intense guilt and self-doubt within you.
Ready to reach out and learn how you can rebuild a healthy relationship with your child and break the generational patterns that keep your family captive? The sand tray can become a safe space to express thoughts, fears, and hopes.
You are a loving caregiver, dedicated to your child. But lately, you have found yourself amid an emotional tempest, questioning your abilities and feeling like a parenting failure. Your child’s behavior has become increasingly challenging. Tantrums erupt at the most unexpected times, drawing judgmental glances from strangers and leaving you feeling embarrassed and ashamed. You often wonder how such a tiny human could evoke such intense guilt and self-doubt within you.
(830) 483-8531 View (830) 483-8531
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Lorraine Emery Ortiz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
Devine, TX 78016
Waitlist for new clients
Counseling provides a means to healing. I specialize in treating clients who are at least 6 years old through adults. Children may face difficulties with anger management, bullying, physical aggression; difficulties in school, with peers or family members; and defiance. Issues for others may include but not limited to building coping skills for parenting, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, divorce/separation, teen pregnancy, domestic violence, physical/sexual abuse; sexual assault, P.T.S.D., relationship issues, communication skills, and conflict resolution. I work with youth and adults individually, as couples, and/or families.
Counseling provides a means to healing. I specialize in treating clients who are at least 6 years old through adults. Children may face difficulties with anger management, bullying, physical aggression; difficulties in school, with peers or family members; and defiance. Issues for others may include but not limited to building coping skills for parenting, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, divorce/separation, teen pregnancy, domestic violence, physical/sexual abuse; sexual assault, P.T.S.D., relationship issues, communication skills, and conflict resolution. I work with youth and adults individually, as couples, and/or families.
(210) 801-9891 View (210) 801-9891

Online Therapists

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Belinda Arriaga
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78230
Waitlist for new clients
I am a bi-iterate and bicultural psychotherapist that specializes on problems that affect the individual/couple/family when generations within the household have contrasting cultural understandings. When working with individuals, couples, and families, I explore cultural differences and values to find the strengths and the coping tools. I have also worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have experience in many areas, including trauma, depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, multigenerational family conflict, couples counseling, life transitions, chronic pain, and grief.
I am a bi-iterate and bicultural psychotherapist that specializes on problems that affect the individual/couple/family when generations within the household have contrasting cultural understandings. When working with individuals, couples, and families, I explore cultural differences and values to find the strengths and the coping tools. I have also worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have experience in many areas, including trauma, depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, multigenerational family conflict, couples counseling, life transitions, chronic pain, and grief.
(210) 941-4395 View (210) 941-4395
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Joshua W Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beeville, TX 78102
What if I told you… You can enjoy family time without being prepared for what could happen. You can make it across town without honking your horn. You can communicate with your spouse and children without feelings of frustration.
What if I told you… You can enjoy family time without being prepared for what could happen. You can make it across town without honking your horn. You can communicate with your spouse and children without feelings of frustration.
(361) 541-6279 View (361) 541-6279
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Lauren Esquivel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Spring Branch, TX 78070
In my free time, you can find me hanging out with my precious family and dogs.
I love getting to know and helping kids find their way in the world. Face it, sometimes we all need a bit more "staff" or "tribe" in our corner to navigate hard times. I believe this can be especially true for kids and teens.
In my free time, you can find me hanging out with my precious family and dogs.
I love getting to know and helping kids find their way in the world. Face it, sometimes we all need a bit more "staff" or "tribe" in our corner to navigate hard times. I believe this can be especially true for kids and teens.
(830) 521-5257 View (830) 521-5257
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Eric Joseph Houin Jr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78251
Eric treats a myriad of concerns including but not limited to: loss of independence, men's issues, PTSD, depression, anxiety, blended-family issues, and more.
Eric Houin, Jr. is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Texas Board Approved Supervisor, and psychotherapist who is currently Texas licensed as an LCSW and has completed his Masters of Social Work degree from Louisiana State University located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Eric has over 20 years of clinical counseling experience and has worked in an outpatient therapy settings with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. During his time as a behavioral health therapist Eric has helped: families, couples, adults, men, women, children, and adolescents.
Eric treats a myriad of concerns including but not limited to: loss of independence, men's issues, PTSD, depression, anxiety, blended-family issues, and more.
Eric Houin, Jr. is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Texas Board Approved Supervisor, and psychotherapist who is currently Texas licensed as an LCSW and has completed his Masters of Social Work degree from Louisiana State University located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Eric has over 20 years of clinical counseling experience and has worked in an outpatient therapy settings with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. During his time as a behavioral health therapist Eric has helped: families, couples, adults, men, women, children, and adolescents.
(210) 899-6362 View (210) 899-6362
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Ann Bogus
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
Hello! I've been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 4 years and I am here to make the process as stress free as possible. I have experience working with families, couples, adults, minors, veterans, and military families. I use a trauma-informed, attachment-based approach and utilize CBT, DBT, and Person-Centered techniques and Solution Focused strategies to help with difficulties such as depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, grief and loss, interpersonal challenges, communication struggles, life satisfaction and family obstacles. We will work collaboratively to develop a treatment plan that represents your goals for therapy.
Hello! I've been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 4 years and I am here to make the process as stress free as possible. I have experience working with families, couples, adults, minors, veterans, and military families. I use a trauma-informed, attachment-based approach and utilize CBT, DBT, and Person-Centered techniques and Solution Focused strategies to help with difficulties such as depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, grief and loss, interpersonal challenges, communication struggles, life satisfaction and family obstacles. We will work collaboratively to develop a treatment plan that represents your goals for therapy.
(830) 302-3757 View (830) 302-3757
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Carrie N Dilley
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78258
In my practice, I emphasize the importance of every individual knowing that they have been understood. I am passionate about helping others know themselves better and I meet my clients wherever they are regardless of age, area of struggle, or disability. My specializations are: Neurodevelopmental Delays including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Issues, Behavioral Challenges, Impulse Control Issues, Learning Disabilities, and Regulation and Sensory Processing Disorders. I provide individual, family and group therapy, parent coaching, neuropsychological assessment, and school consultations.
In my practice, I emphasize the importance of every individual knowing that they have been understood. I am passionate about helping others know themselves better and I meet my clients wherever they are regardless of age, area of struggle, or disability. My specializations are: Neurodevelopmental Delays including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Issues, Behavioral Challenges, Impulse Control Issues, Learning Disabilities, and Regulation and Sensory Processing Disorders. I provide individual, family and group therapy, parent coaching, neuropsychological assessment, and school consultations.
(626) 539-2001 x2 View (626) 539-2001 x2
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Franny Haag Morar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78230
I have experience working with trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment to change, family issues, eating disorders, and substance abuse.
Offering Video Sessions for Texas and in person sessions for Califonia. We are usually afraid of our feelings. We try to avoid them, mask them, hide them. We live in a world that tells us to be happy. We try, but we can't, the feelings catch up with us. So we feel even worse. We feel lost, afraid, and guilty for feeling our feelings. In my practice, I provide a safe environment where you can start exploring your feelings, accept them, and work through them. I will help you get in touch with your inner/true self, accepting yourself for who you are, moving away from shame, guilt and fear, and starting the process of change.
I have experience working with trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment to change, family issues, eating disorders, and substance abuse.
Offering Video Sessions for Texas and in person sessions for Califonia. We are usually afraid of our feelings. We try to avoid them, mask them, hide them. We live in a world that tells us to be happy. We try, but we can't, the feelings catch up with us. So we feel even worse. We feel lost, afraid, and guilty for feeling our feelings. In my practice, I provide a safe environment where you can start exploring your feelings, accept them, and work through them. I will help you get in touch with your inner/true self, accepting yourself for who you are, moving away from shame, guilt and fear, and starting the process of change.
(323) 370-4863 View (323) 370-4863
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Trinity Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78230
If you are looking for an easy to access location surrounded by beautiful trees and flowers for individual, group, family or couples therapy, I am here to serve you. I offer appointments inside or outside. Appointments can be relaxed sitting down or include movement if you are interested. I enjoy working with people of all ages. I specialize in working with people on boundaries, goal-setting, assertiveness, communication skills, changing thoughts and behaviors. I provide support when you are in crisis, need help with parenting and work with you to reduce symptoms that affect your everyday life.
If you are looking for an easy to access location surrounded by beautiful trees and flowers for individual, group, family or couples therapy, I am here to serve you. I offer appointments inside or outside. Appointments can be relaxed sitting down or include movement if you are interested. I enjoy working with people of all ages. I specialize in working with people on boundaries, goal-setting, assertiveness, communication skills, changing thoughts and behaviors. I provide support when you are in crisis, need help with parenting and work with you to reduce symptoms that affect your everyday life.
(726) 227-5106 View (726) 227-5106
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Tina Sustaeta
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78230
My ideal client is someone that is willing to look at the big picture of life and is open to collaborating with me leverging my expertise as well as, with my help, learning to use their own instinct. When it comes to children my approach is to collaborate with parents to best identify what coping tools and skillset are needed. When appropriate I follow a family systems approach and incorporate working with multiple family members at once, such as in family conflict or sibling rivalry.
My ideal client is someone that is willing to look at the big picture of life and is open to collaborating with me leverging my expertise as well as, with my help, learning to use their own instinct. When it comes to children my approach is to collaborate with parents to best identify what coping tools and skillset are needed. When appropriate I follow a family systems approach and incorporate working with multiple family members at once, such as in family conflict or sibling rivalry.
(210) 880-2487 View (210) 880-2487
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Dr. Hannah Korkow-Moradi
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buda, TX 78610
I address relationship issues, parental conflict, family issues, and those who want to make clear and thoughtful long-term changes.
I have availability for LMFT-Associate supervision! I am a relational therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families address and achieve self-set goals. I offer perspective and support for those seeking sustainable and stable change. My only personal goal for my clients are to be healthy individuals in healthy relationships.
I address relationship issues, parental conflict, family issues, and those who want to make clear and thoughtful long-term changes.
I have availability for LMFT-Associate supervision! I am a relational therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families address and achieve self-set goals. I offer perspective and support for those seeking sustainable and stable change. My only personal goal for my clients are to be healthy individuals in healthy relationships.
(512) 942-0548 View (512) 942-0548
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Nichole Sieracki
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Floresville, TX 78114
I offer the following psychological services: individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, marital therapy, behavior therapy, and comprehensive psychological evaluations.
Searching for a mental health provider with compassion and experience? I have 15 years of experience treating mental illness in individuals within the inpatient and outpatient settings. Psychiatric symptoms I have treated include depressions, anxieties, mania, psychoses, traumas, grief, chronic physical illnesses and pain, those related to head injuries, behavior disturbances, and problems in relationships. My treatment approaches include supportive therapy, solution-focused therapy, existential therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, trauma-focused therapy, grief therapy, brief strategic family therapy, and psychoeducation.
I offer the following psychological services: individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, marital therapy, behavior therapy, and comprehensive psychological evaluations.
Searching for a mental health provider with compassion and experience? I have 15 years of experience treating mental illness in individuals within the inpatient and outpatient settings. Psychiatric symptoms I have treated include depressions, anxieties, mania, psychoses, traumas, grief, chronic physical illnesses and pain, those related to head injuries, behavior disturbances, and problems in relationships. My treatment approaches include supportive therapy, solution-focused therapy, existential therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, trauma-focused therapy, grief therapy, brief strategic family therapy, and psychoeducation.
(830) 498-0931 View (830) 498-0931
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Jennifer Russell Baker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCATP, CCTP
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78216  (Online Only)
I have helped clients build skills to cope with trauma and abuse, stress and anxiety, depression, family issues, gender identity, and self-esteem through the use of research based theories such as CBT and SFBT along with mindfulness and trauma-informed techniques.
I am a licensed professional counselor with certifications in trauma and anxiety. I take a holistic approach to mental health and work with clients to discover what they need in order to feel better about themselves and lead a more fulfilling life. My role as a therapist is to guide you on your mental health journey and teach you strategies and techniques that you can utilize in your daily life and beyond therapy.
I have helped clients build skills to cope with trauma and abuse, stress and anxiety, depression, family issues, gender identity, and self-esteem through the use of research based theories such as CBT and SFBT along with mindfulness and trauma-informed techniques.
I am a licensed professional counselor with certifications in trauma and anxiety. I take a holistic approach to mental health and work with clients to discover what they need in order to feel better about themselves and lead a more fulfilling life. My role as a therapist is to guide you on your mental health journey and teach you strategies and techniques that you can utilize in your daily life and beyond therapy.
(210) 942-5075 View (210) 942-5075
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Impact Counseling and Consulting Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78230
I am an African American Cognitive and Behavioral Therapist and previously Licensed K-12 School Counselor. I am the CEO of Impact Counseling and Consulting Services. Currently, I provide traditional and virtual counseling options in the Grand Rapids Michigan and San Antonio Texas areas. I treat behavioral issues , anxiety, PTSD, while providing individual, family/group counseling sessions in the comfort and convenience of your own home, office, or wherever WIFI is available.
I am an African American Cognitive and Behavioral Therapist and previously Licensed K-12 School Counselor. I am the CEO of Impact Counseling and Consulting Services. Currently, I provide traditional and virtual counseling options in the Grand Rapids Michigan and San Antonio Texas areas. I treat behavioral issues , anxiety, PTSD, while providing individual, family/group counseling sessions in the comfort and convenience of your own home, office, or wherever WIFI is available.
(616) 557-6058 View (616) 557-6058
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Teresa Bethany
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78209  (Online Only)
For the past 10 years, I have worked with at-risk populations from addiction/substance recovery to family violence and sexual assault survivors ranging in ages from adolescents to adults.
Your present circumstances do not determine where you go...they merely determine where you start. — Nido Qubein. Hello! I'm glad you are here. I believe in meeting my clients where they are, providing a safe space to process and learn, and helping them overcome obstacles preventing personal growth. Working through a cognitive-behavioral lens, we will work towards identifying patterns of thoughts and behaviors that do not align with goals for yourself and your relationships.
For the past 10 years, I have worked with at-risk populations from addiction/substance recovery to family violence and sexual assault survivors ranging in ages from adolescents to adults.
Your present circumstances do not determine where you go...they merely determine where you start. — Nido Qubein. Hello! I'm glad you are here. I believe in meeting my clients where they are, providing a safe space to process and learn, and helping them overcome obstacles preventing personal growth. Working through a cognitive-behavioral lens, we will work towards identifying patterns of thoughts and behaviors that do not align with goals for yourself and your relationships.
(210) 972-5852 View (210) 972-5852
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Richard John Rathbun
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78248  (Online Only)
I would describe my practice as helping people work through life issues in ways that promote relational, emotional and spiritual growth. My clinical areas of interest include spirituality, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. I also specialize in working with men's issues. I apply a Christian/faith-based approach to counseling and am trained in both theology and professional counseling. I am an ordained minister and pastoral counselor. I don't impose my beliefs on clients, and respect all faith/spiritual traditions as valuable resources for healing. Areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, childhood abuse, personality disorders, faith crisis, marriage, family, adolescent, and relationship issues.
I would describe my practice as helping people work through life issues in ways that promote relational, emotional and spiritual growth. My clinical areas of interest include spirituality, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. I also specialize in working with men's issues. I apply a Christian/faith-based approach to counseling and am trained in both theology and professional counseling. I am an ordained minister and pastoral counselor. I don't impose my beliefs on clients, and respect all faith/spiritual traditions as valuable resources for healing. Areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, childhood abuse, personality disorders, faith crisis, marriage, family, adolescent, and relationship issues.
(512) 430-4529 View (512) 430-4529
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Dr. Albie @ TX Clinical Psychology Center
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78205
Affordable (50$-99$ cost model) Dr. Albie is licensed Clinical Psychologist with 10 years of experience working with people experiencing challenges with depression, stress, burnout, trauma or a family situation, the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, social anxiety, or fears. I work with a team of psychologists, testing specialists and a psychiatrist who treat children and adults with issues ranging from anxiety to dealing with changes in life. At Clinical Psychology Center, we have experienced, licensed psychotherapists, psychologists and social workers available to work with you.
Affordable (50$-99$ cost model) Dr. Albie is licensed Clinical Psychologist with 10 years of experience working with people experiencing challenges with depression, stress, burnout, trauma or a family situation, the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, social anxiety, or fears. I work with a team of psychologists, testing specialists and a psychiatrist who treat children and adults with issues ranging from anxiety to dealing with changes in life. At Clinical Psychology Center, we have experienced, licensed psychotherapists, psychologists and social workers available to work with you.
(832) 551-3134 View (832) 551-3134
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Stephen D Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
New Braunfels, TX 78132  (Online Only)
I offer individual, teen, couples, and family therapy, as well as premarital counseling.
Our mental and physical states are interconnected. I approach counseling from a holistic standpoint, integrating mindfulness into evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT). Together, we will utilize your strengths, along with a variety of therapeutic tools to help you identify roadblocks, overcome challenges, and live life to the fullest. Expect unwavering support, empathy, and guidance on your path to healing and personal transformation. Your mental and emotional well-being are my top priority, and I am here to accompany you every step of the way.
I offer individual, teen, couples, and family therapy, as well as premarital counseling.
Our mental and physical states are interconnected. I approach counseling from a holistic standpoint, integrating mindfulness into evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT). Together, we will utilize your strengths, along with a variety of therapeutic tools to help you identify roadblocks, overcome challenges, and live life to the fullest. Expect unwavering support, empathy, and guidance on your path to healing and personal transformation. Your mental and emotional well-being are my top priority, and I am here to accompany you every step of the way.
(830) 590-1517 View (830) 590-1517
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.