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Photo of Jennifer Doyle, Licensed Professional Counselor in Palacios, TX
Jennifer Doyle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77070
I have worked with adults, children, teens, and families for over 20 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I was originally licensed in Oklahoma in 2004 and became licensed in Texas when I moved here in 2013. At that time, I started my private practice. I see clients of all ages for individual and family counseling at the Grant Rd. location. I am only accepting adolescent clients (ages 12 and older) and adults at this time in the Woodlands location. I provide both mental health and substance use counseling (as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor).
I have worked with adults, children, teens, and families for over 20 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I was originally licensed in Oklahoma in 2004 and became licensed in Texas when I moved here in 2013. At that time, I started my private practice. I see clients of all ages for individual and family counseling at the Grant Rd. location. I am only accepting adolescent clients (ages 12 and older) and adults at this time in the Woodlands location. I provide both mental health and substance use counseling (as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor).
(832) 639-1161 View (832) 639-1161
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Lyn Bjorgo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77089
I consider myself an eclectic therapist drawing largely from Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Person-Centered Theory, and Family Systems Theory.
My name is Lyn Bjorgo. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Texas working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults presenting with a variety of concerns. Life change adjustment issues, eating disorders, and depression are the issues I treat most often. My personality and therapeutic style tend to be effective with a variety of clients. These include clients in their late teens embarking on their next stage of life as well as those in early and middle adulthood navigating life changes, coping with day-to-day stressors and depression.
I consider myself an eclectic therapist drawing largely from Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Person-Centered Theory, and Family Systems Theory.
My name is Lyn Bjorgo. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Texas working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults presenting with a variety of concerns. Life change adjustment issues, eating disorders, and depression are the issues I treat most often. My personality and therapeutic style tend to be effective with a variety of clients. These include clients in their late teens embarking on their next stage of life as well as those in early and middle adulthood navigating life changes, coping with day-to-day stressors and depression.
(281) 937-8256 View (281) 937-8256
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Friendswood Counseling Center, LLC
Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Friendswood, TX 77546
Services provided include individual and family therapy.
We are so glad today you have taken that important first step in reaching out for support to bridge the gap between where you currently are to where you want to be in your life. There are numerous reasons people seek out counseling services and we appreciate you considering us for your counseling needs. We would be honored to have the opportunity to work with you in achieving your goals. Daytime & evening appts available. For more information, please visit our website at www.friendswoodcc.com
Services provided include individual and family therapy.
We are so glad today you have taken that important first step in reaching out for support to bridge the gap between where you currently are to where you want to be in your life. There are numerous reasons people seek out counseling services and we appreciate you considering us for your counseling needs. We would be honored to have the opportunity to work with you in achieving your goals. Daytime & evening appts available. For more information, please visit our website at www.friendswoodcc.com
(281) 524-3057 View (281) 524-3057
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Julie Stryker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77006
You're an adult woman who's doing it all while feeling disconnected and unsure of what you really want. You feel confused by your dissatisfaction with your primary relationships or your career - because you have a great family, good job, good supports, etc. And, no one really wants to hear about it, often calling you ridiculous instead. You probably find yourself wondering, "What's wrong with me?" or "Why can't I get this right?" If you're looking for unbiased support from someone outside your family and community, I'm here to tell you you're not ridiculous AND I want to hear all about it!
You're an adult woman who's doing it all while feeling disconnected and unsure of what you really want. You feel confused by your dissatisfaction with your primary relationships or your career - because you have a great family, good job, good supports, etc. And, no one really wants to hear about it, often calling you ridiculous instead. You probably find yourself wondering, "What's wrong with me?" or "Why can't I get this right?" If you're looking for unbiased support from someone outside your family and community, I'm here to tell you you're not ridiculous AND I want to hear all about it!
(346) 214-1635 View (346) 214-1635
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Aysha Hussaini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77584
My clinical experience includes working with adolescents and adults providing individual, family, and group therapy.
Whatever your reasons for finding a therapist, I am glad that you have taken this step. As a client-centered therapist, I believe that you are a unique individual, and will make it my goal to help you live your best life. It is not my job to tell you what to do but to provide a safe, comfortable space in which we will work together to navigate your journey. We will use evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Strengths-based techniques to work on your goals.
My clinical experience includes working with adolescents and adults providing individual, family, and group therapy.
Whatever your reasons for finding a therapist, I am glad that you have taken this step. As a client-centered therapist, I believe that you are a unique individual, and will make it my goal to help you live your best life. It is not my job to tell you what to do but to provide a safe, comfortable space in which we will work together to navigate your journey. We will use evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Strengths-based techniques to work on your goals.
(281) 559-7264 View (281) 559-7264
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The Family Relationship Center, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058
You don't have to face your issues alone. We specialize in helping individuals and couples achieve healthier relationships. We are here to help you talk through your personal, private issues in a safe, accepting, supportive, comfortable, and collaborative environment. Our goal is to help clients understand their emotions and to identify patterns of communication that can lead to core issues or problems within their relationships. We assist each client and/or family in developing new strategies to achieve clarification and honesty within themselves.
You don't have to face your issues alone. We specialize in helping individuals and couples achieve healthier relationships. We are here to help you talk through your personal, private issues in a safe, accepting, supportive, comfortable, and collaborative environment. Our goal is to help clients understand their emotions and to identify patterns of communication that can lead to core issues or problems within their relationships. We assist each client and/or family in developing new strategies to achieve clarification and honesty within themselves.
(281) 746-6394 View (281) 746-6394
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Tonya M Boyd
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77007  (Online Only)
I come from a diverse family and am a LBGTQ+ allied therapist and an active social justice, BLM, and equality advocate.
We all deserve to feel at home and safe in our bodies and minds, and it’s my passion to help others find this place. Are you in need of affordable and flexible counseling? Do you feel stressed, overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated with life? Are you seeking support, guidance, and understanding? Do you feel you have little support, and no one to talk to or listen? Are you seeking self-empowerment? Are you seeking to overcome life’s challenges and reach your personal goals? You came to the right profile. Here at Ellie Mental Heath, we accept self-pay and insurance. Hit me up to schedule your appointment.
I come from a diverse family and am a LBGTQ+ allied therapist and an active social justice, BLM, and equality advocate.
We all deserve to feel at home and safe in our bodies and minds, and it’s my passion to help others find this place. Are you in need of affordable and flexible counseling? Do you feel stressed, overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated with life? Are you seeking support, guidance, and understanding? Do you feel you have little support, and no one to talk to or listen? Are you seeking self-empowerment? Are you seeking to overcome life’s challenges and reach your personal goals? You came to the right profile. Here at Ellie Mental Heath, we accept self-pay and insurance. Hit me up to schedule your appointment.
(210) 417-4809 View (210) 417-4809
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Cinco Ranch Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77433  (Online Only)
CINCO RANCH FAMILY COUNSELING offers a wide range of counseling services including therapy for adults (including couples), pre-teens and teens. I have personally worked extensively with adolescents in residential settings and through CPS as well as Residential Treatment. I have extended my private practice to incorporate the entire family. Couples and Adolescents experience a high rate of success at Cinco Ranch FC ! WE WILL OFFER TELETHERAPY SERVICES IN 2021 !! PLEASE CALL 713-397-2778 TO SCHEDULE.
CINCO RANCH FAMILY COUNSELING offers a wide range of counseling services including therapy for adults (including couples), pre-teens and teens. I have personally worked extensively with adolescents in residential settings and through CPS as well as Residential Treatment. I have extended my private practice to incorporate the entire family. Couples and Adolescents experience a high rate of success at Cinco Ranch FC ! WE WILL OFFER TELETHERAPY SERVICES IN 2021 !! PLEASE CALL 713-397-2778 TO SCHEDULE.
(713) 397-2778 View (713) 397-2778
Photo of Nathan P Juenke, Licensed Professional Counselor in Palacios, TX
Nathan P Juenke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Katy, TX 77450
If you are seeking innovative strategies to help yourself, your relationship, or your family, I might be what you're looking for.
When seeking professional therapy services, you owe it to yourself to make an informed decision. At Stone Creek Psychotherapy, I assist individuals, couples, and families in creating strategies for positive change. While I've completed advanced training in various therapeutic techniques, I know that no single approach works every time for everyone. I provide experiences where together we can understand the issues at hand and what is needed in your specific situation for change to occur. In addition to discussion and exploration of issues contributing to your struggles, we may use assessments and interest surveys to increase understanding and awareness.
If you are seeking innovative strategies to help yourself, your relationship, or your family, I might be what you're looking for.
When seeking professional therapy services, you owe it to yourself to make an informed decision. At Stone Creek Psychotherapy, I assist individuals, couples, and families in creating strategies for positive change. While I've completed advanced training in various therapeutic techniques, I know that no single approach works every time for everyone. I provide experiences where together we can understand the issues at hand and what is needed in your specific situation for change to occur. In addition to discussion and exploration of issues contributing to your struggles, we may use assessments and interest surveys to increase understanding and awareness.
(281) 764-6524 View (281) 764-6524
Photo of Amelia Johnson, Licensed Professional Counselor in Palacios, TX
Amelia Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, ADHD-, CCSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77429
Do you feel like you've been trying on your own to improve or you simply do not even know where to start? Maybe you feel that it would help to talk with someone that is not part of your friends/family circles? It can feel overwhelming when your problems seem too big to figure out on your own. In counseling, you have a space to freely and openly discuss difficult topics and sort out and process all of life's difficult issues and come out feeling empowered and at peace.
Do you feel like you've been trying on your own to improve or you simply do not even know where to start? Maybe you feel that it would help to talk with someone that is not part of your friends/family circles? It can feel overwhelming when your problems seem too big to figure out on your own. In counseling, you have a space to freely and openly discuss difficult topics and sort out and process all of life's difficult issues and come out feeling empowered and at peace.
(281) 746-6373 View (281) 746-6373
Photo of Sara Luanne Alexander, Licensed Professional Counselor in Palacios, TX
Sara Luanne Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77479  (Online Only)
I consider my therapeutic approach eclectic, incorporating many empirically supported schools of thought into my therapeutic relationships. I believe in offering flexibility and balance to an individual’s needs and allow my clients to guide my intuition in how to best support their personal healing journey. I offer include individual therapy for adolescents and adults, marriage/couple’s therapy, family therapy, parent coaching and advocacy support, educational in-service hours (CPEs), and other public speaking engagements.
I consider my therapeutic approach eclectic, incorporating many empirically supported schools of thought into my therapeutic relationships. I believe in offering flexibility and balance to an individual’s needs and allow my clients to guide my intuition in how to best support their personal healing journey. I offer include individual therapy for adolescents and adults, marriage/couple’s therapy, family therapy, parent coaching and advocacy support, educational in-service hours (CPEs), and other public speaking engagements.
(346) 788-1508 View (346) 788-1508
Photo of Sarah Epstein-Santana, Licensed Professional Counselor- Associate in Palacios, TX
Sarah Epstein-Santana
Licensed Professional Counselor- Associate, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77024
I can help people best who are ready to face their challenges and improve their lives. Some people are tuned into optimism, but they find it difficult with their current situations and that's where we both can thrive, to help you improve your well-being and overall satisfaction with life. Coming out of therapy, you will find understanding, guidance, and coping strategies to overcome your challenges. I work with children, teenagers, and adults with anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, school related concerns, infertility issues, family conflict, women's issues, life transitions, and a variety of other concerns.
I can help people best who are ready to face their challenges and improve their lives. Some people are tuned into optimism, but they find it difficult with their current situations and that's where we both can thrive, to help you improve your well-being and overall satisfaction with life. Coming out of therapy, you will find understanding, guidance, and coping strategies to overcome your challenges. I work with children, teenagers, and adults with anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, school related concerns, infertility issues, family conflict, women's issues, life transitions, and a variety of other concerns.
(713) 804-7167 x1 View (713) 804-7167 x1
Photo of Dr. Nevine Sultan, Licensed Professional Counselor in Palacios, TX
Dr. Nevine Sultan
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, NBCCH, RYT
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77006
I provide individual, couples, and family therapy, premarital counseling, and self-care immersions.
I believe in every human's capacity for healing and growth. I work from a holistic (body-mind-spirit) framework focused on helping you drop unnecessary baggage and enhancing your awareness of present-moment needs. This allows you to respond to your environment in creative, resilience-informed ways, and to embrace your highest potential. Together, we unravel your innate emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual wisdom, so you may live consciously and fully, without being bound by the past. I specialize in relationship concerns, mood and anxiety disturbances, grief, and trauma, including trauma related to unresolved childhood issues and damaging relationships.
I provide individual, couples, and family therapy, premarital counseling, and self-care immersions.
I believe in every human's capacity for healing and growth. I work from a holistic (body-mind-spirit) framework focused on helping you drop unnecessary baggage and enhancing your awareness of present-moment needs. This allows you to respond to your environment in creative, resilience-informed ways, and to embrace your highest potential. Together, we unravel your innate emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual wisdom, so you may live consciously and fully, without being bound by the past. I specialize in relationship concerns, mood and anxiety disturbances, grief, and trauma, including trauma related to unresolved childhood issues and damaging relationships.
(281) 519-7398 View (281) 519-7398
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Dr. Kinnari Birla
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Pearland, TX 77584  (Online Only)
We are accepting clients for individual, couples, family, children and adolescents.
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you, as stated by Dr. Maya Angelou, resonates deeply with our mission at Elvive Psychological Services. Founded by Dr. Birla, our practice is dedicated to empowering individuals to have a voice. Our therapists act as catalysts in your journey, offering a safe and supportive environment to foster psychological flexibility amidst life's trials. Committed to inclusivity, we serve a diverse population with various emotional and behavioral challenges. Our clinical approaches are rooted in evidence-based and culturally sensitive care, customized to meet needs of each client.
We are accepting clients for individual, couples, family, children and adolescents.
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you, as stated by Dr. Maya Angelou, resonates deeply with our mission at Elvive Psychological Services. Founded by Dr. Birla, our practice is dedicated to empowering individuals to have a voice. Our therapists act as catalysts in your journey, offering a safe and supportive environment to foster psychological flexibility amidst life's trials. Committed to inclusivity, we serve a diverse population with various emotional and behavioral challenges. Our clinical approaches are rooted in evidence-based and culturally sensitive care, customized to meet needs of each client.
(281) 949-6371 View (281) 949-6371
Photo of Tricia Miller, Licensed Professional Counselor in Palacios, TX
Tricia Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, M, Ed, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
In addition, I often work with clients who face relationship concerns, life transitions, anxiety/depression, postpartum depression/anxiety, family conflict, work issues, health issues, and trauma.
Are you seeking a big change in your life? Is there something or someone that is preventing you from experiencing happiness or joy in your life? Therapy can be an empowering, therapeutic, and enriching experience that can CHANGE.YOUR.LIFE. I help clients navigate the most difficult hardships in their life, offer a positive perspective, and support clients in life-changing events/transition times. For every client that walks through my door, I help ease emotional burdens and provide a safe and special sanctuary for clients to be themselves free of judgement.
In addition, I often work with clients who face relationship concerns, life transitions, anxiety/depression, postpartum depression/anxiety, family conflict, work issues, health issues, and trauma.
Are you seeking a big change in your life? Is there something or someone that is preventing you from experiencing happiness or joy in your life? Therapy can be an empowering, therapeutic, and enriching experience that can CHANGE.YOUR.LIFE. I help clients navigate the most difficult hardships in their life, offer a positive perspective, and support clients in life-changing events/transition times. For every client that walks through my door, I help ease emotional burdens and provide a safe and special sanctuary for clients to be themselves free of judgement.
(713) 999-4654 View (713) 999-4654
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Innovative Alternatives, Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058
IA has specialties of Family Reconciliation and Intervention Mediation, Elder Care Mediation, as well as Divorce & Custody Mediation.
Innovative Alternatives, Inc. has a mission of serving our community through mediation, counseling and training since 1989. We find solutions to life's most difficult people problems! Our agency serves clients from 4 y/o to elderly, and every issue except active substance abuse and active psychosis. Upon 30 days sobriety or 30 days stabilization on psychotropic medications, IA can see these clients as well. IA clients include these cultural specialties: 1) Spanish-speaking, 2) Clients seeking Christian-based services on request and definition of what this means to them, 3) Children in play therapy, and 4) the elderly.
IA has specialties of Family Reconciliation and Intervention Mediation, Elder Care Mediation, as well as Divorce & Custody Mediation.
Innovative Alternatives, Inc. has a mission of serving our community through mediation, counseling and training since 1989. We find solutions to life's most difficult people problems! Our agency serves clients from 4 y/o to elderly, and every issue except active substance abuse and active psychosis. Upon 30 days sobriety or 30 days stabilization on psychotropic medications, IA can see these clients as well. IA clients include these cultural specialties: 1) Spanish-speaking, 2) Clients seeking Christian-based services on request and definition of what this means to them, 3) Children in play therapy, and 4) the elderly.
(281) 609-7690 View (281) 609-7690
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John Michael Murray
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MS, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Lake Jackson, TX 77566
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
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Mike Harrison
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77006
As an interactive, solution-focused psychotherapist, my approach is to provide support and practical feedback to address life challenges and long-standing issues. I offer a personalized approach tailored to each client's needs to help attain the personal growth they strive to attain. I have worked with clients learning to manage feelings of depression, anxiety and dealing with problems of relationship difficulties. I have counseled individuals overcoming substance abuse and sexual addiction issues. Additionally I have worked extensively with GLBTQ adolescents and adults in individual, couples and family psychotherapy.
As an interactive, solution-focused psychotherapist, my approach is to provide support and practical feedback to address life challenges and long-standing issues. I offer a personalized approach tailored to each client's needs to help attain the personal growth they strive to attain. I have worked with clients learning to manage feelings of depression, anxiety and dealing with problems of relationship difficulties. I have counseled individuals overcoming substance abuse and sexual addiction issues. Additionally I have worked extensively with GLBTQ adolescents and adults in individual, couples and family psychotherapy.
(346) 550-9272 View (346) 550-9272
Photo of Donna K Sullivan, Licensed Professional Counselor in Palacios, TX
Donna K Sullivan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
Life can sometimes be complicated. Workplace stress, relationship challenges, financial difficulty and complicated family issues can become overwhelming, especially when you feel fatiqued, anxious, depressed, confused or alone. You may even begin to lose hope for the possibility of ever getting what you want and living a happy, productive life. A counselor can help you identify the root of the problems and develop steps toward their resolution. There is no reason to struggle through another day alone. Reach out for the support you need and we will work together to move you towards living the life you want to live.
Life can sometimes be complicated. Workplace stress, relationship challenges, financial difficulty and complicated family issues can become overwhelming, especially when you feel fatiqued, anxious, depressed, confused or alone. You may even begin to lose hope for the possibility of ever getting what you want and living a happy, productive life. A counselor can help you identify the root of the problems and develop steps toward their resolution. There is no reason to struggle through another day alone. Reach out for the support you need and we will work together to move you towards living the life you want to live.
(281) 524-4233 View (281) 524-4233
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Debbie Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77084  (Online Only)
Do you wonder how you can take control of your own emotions and reactions? Let me help you achieve emotional balance in your life. I have counseling experience working with clients struggling with divorce, communication problems, depression, grief, parenting issues, and anxiety. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, and families. I also enjoy working with clients with eating disorders and adolescents that self-harm. I'm a therapist at Hope & Harmony Therapy, where I facilitate individual, family & couples counseling; as well as counseling groups.
Do you wonder how you can take control of your own emotions and reactions? Let me help you achieve emotional balance in your life. I have counseling experience working with clients struggling with divorce, communication problems, depression, grief, parenting issues, and anxiety. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, and families. I also enjoy working with clients with eating disorders and adolescents that self-harm. I'm a therapist at Hope & Harmony Therapy, where I facilitate individual, family & couples counseling; as well as counseling groups.
(281) 628-2450 View (281) 628-2450
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.