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Lori J Runge
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056
Hello! I am Dr. Lori Runge and I am curious… Can you remember the last time you felt at peace with yourself and the world around you!? What would it be like to stop answering to the inner critic that plays in your head 24/7? Did you know that you have 12,000 to 60,000 thoughts race through your mind daily, and 95% of those thoughts are the same thought! Once you have the awareness of your thoughts you have the FREEDOM to choose, to acknowledge, accept or disregard those thoughts. Our thoughts can be pleasant, unpleasant or neutral, once you no longer label thoughts as good or bad, the mind no longer has control YOU do!
Hello! I am Dr. Lori Runge and I am curious… Can you remember the last time you felt at peace with yourself and the world around you!? What would it be like to stop answering to the inner critic that plays in your head 24/7? Did you know that you have 12,000 to 60,000 thoughts race through your mind daily, and 95% of those thoughts are the same thought! Once you have the awareness of your thoughts you have the FREEDOM to choose, to acknowledge, accept or disregard those thoughts. Our thoughts can be pleasant, unpleasant or neutral, once you no longer label thoughts as good or bad, the mind no longer has control YOU do!
(605) 534-8536 View (605) 534-8536

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Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carrollton, TX 75010
Therapy areas include: Anxiety, Coping Skills, Stress, Depression, Marital Conflict, Grief/Loss, Eating Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Dissociation, Family Conflict, Interpersonal Issues, Trauma, Addiction, Child and Teen Counseling, Adult Counseling, Couples Counseling, Clergy Counseling and more.
As you take this step towards achieving wellness, we are honored to walk with you on your personal journey while providing a safe place, healing, hope, restoration, and quality of care. Specifically, Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas are dedicated to providing quality professional care by specializing in prevention, treatment and diagnosis of emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues.CAACOT provides evidence-based counseling and psychiatric services to children, adolescents, adults and couples.
Therapy areas include: Anxiety, Coping Skills, Stress, Depression, Marital Conflict, Grief/Loss, Eating Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Dissociation, Family Conflict, Interpersonal Issues, Trauma, Addiction, Child and Teen Counseling, Adult Counseling, Couples Counseling, Clergy Counseling and more.
As you take this step towards achieving wellness, we are honored to walk with you on your personal journey while providing a safe place, healing, hope, restoration, and quality of care. Specifically, Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas are dedicated to providing quality professional care by specializing in prevention, treatment and diagnosis of emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues.CAACOT provides evidence-based counseling and psychiatric services to children, adolescents, adults and couples.
(214) 974-4214 View (214) 974-4214
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Michele Smiley Greer
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, LPC-S, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75033
She has additional experience and training in family systems, trauma, and EMDR.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a systems trained therapist, Dr. Greer's goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, she will assist you in unearthing long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Dr. Greer's counseling utilizes interactive, experiential , and cognitive behavioral techniques. Dr. Greer believes therapy is collaboration between the client and therapist.
She has additional experience and training in family systems, trauma, and EMDR.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a systems trained therapist, Dr. Greer's goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, she will assist you in unearthing long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Dr. Greer's counseling utilizes interactive, experiential , and cognitive behavioral techniques. Dr. Greer believes therapy is collaboration between the client and therapist.
(972) 460-9342 View (972) 460-9342
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Prosper Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75034
We are here for you, your child, your relationship/marriage, and your family when you are struggling.
Welcome to Prosper Counseling - Where the pieces of life come together! We are a group practice meeting the needs of all ages. If you are looking for help for yourself, your child, your teen, your relationship/marriage, or your family, you have come to the right place. Are you struggling to see life more clearly and move in a better direction? Do you wish you had more parenting tools, discipline techniques, or a better relationship with your child? Is your marriage or relationship struggling? Are you feeling anxious, sad, or lonely? Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety, depression, or difficulties with peers? We can help.
We are here for you, your child, your relationship/marriage, and your family when you are struggling.
Welcome to Prosper Counseling - Where the pieces of life come together! We are a group practice meeting the needs of all ages. If you are looking for help for yourself, your child, your teen, your relationship/marriage, or your family, you have come to the right place. Are you struggling to see life more clearly and move in a better direction? Do you wish you had more parenting tools, discipline techniques, or a better relationship with your child? Is your marriage or relationship struggling? Are you feeling anxious, sad, or lonely? Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety, depression, or difficulties with peers? We can help.
(214) 206-4374 View (214) 206-4374
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Counseling Center of North Texas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75075
***Now offering telehealth services*** Counseling Center of North Texas has multiple therapists with the education, experience, and desire to help you or a loved one with whatever obstacles you may face including conflict with family, relationships, school, and/or work, depression, anxiety, ADHD and other mental health disorders, grief/trauma, stressful life events, adoptions, domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, and self-harm/other unhealthy coping skills. Christian counseling is available. We see children 3 and up, adolescents, adults, and seniors for individual, marital, family, and group counseling.
***Now offering telehealth services*** Counseling Center of North Texas has multiple therapists with the education, experience, and desire to help you or a loved one with whatever obstacles you may face including conflict with family, relationships, school, and/or work, depression, anxiety, ADHD and other mental health disorders, grief/trauma, stressful life events, adoptions, domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, and self-harm/other unhealthy coping skills. Christian counseling is available. We see children 3 and up, adolescents, adults, and seniors for individual, marital, family, and group counseling.
(469) 275-4107 View (469) 275-4107
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Think Tank Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
20 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093
Now accepting new clients! Here at Think Tank Counseling, we understand that mental health needs are as unique as you are. Whether you are struggling with an ongoing issue or a recent hardship; there is help. We offer accessible, affordable therapy services, nutritional coaching, and psychological testing according to each individual's needs and circumstances.Think Tank Counseling is a family owned business that believes collaboration is the key to successful outcomes in treatment. We are not just here to listen but to work hand in hand with you to reach your goals. You have as much to offer in your own healing as we do.
Now accepting new clients! Here at Think Tank Counseling, we understand that mental health needs are as unique as you are. Whether you are struggling with an ongoing issue or a recent hardship; there is help. We offer accessible, affordable therapy services, nutritional coaching, and psychological testing according to each individual's needs and circumstances.Think Tank Counseling is a family owned business that believes collaboration is the key to successful outcomes in treatment. We are not just here to listen but to work hand in hand with you to reach your goals. You have as much to offer in your own healing as we do.
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Ellen Chernoff Simon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MEd, LPC, BCB, CA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75252
Internal Family Systems & hypnotherapy can help you access your inner wisdom and support the body's natural ability to heal.
If you feel anxious or depressed about a problem or habit you want to change worsened by stress such as weight issues, relationship concerns or addictions, then hypnotherapy & neurofeedback together can help you regain a sense of peace & enhanced well being. I also practice IFS & bio- neurofeedback. I believe in a mind body approach to help reduce stress from physical conditions such as pain, illness, sleep and digestive disorders. It is my intention to empower every person to experience their innate wisdom & inner guidance. I am certified in Ketamine assisted therapy which takes place in my office. Contact me if you are interested.
Internal Family Systems & hypnotherapy can help you access your inner wisdom and support the body's natural ability to heal.
If you feel anxious or depressed about a problem or habit you want to change worsened by stress such as weight issues, relationship concerns or addictions, then hypnotherapy & neurofeedback together can help you regain a sense of peace & enhanced well being. I also practice IFS & bio- neurofeedback. I believe in a mind body approach to help reduce stress from physical conditions such as pain, illness, sleep and digestive disorders. It is my intention to empower every person to experience their innate wisdom & inner guidance. I am certified in Ketamine assisted therapy which takes place in my office. Contact me if you are interested.
(972) 891-9696 View (972) 891-9696
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Yas Farrokh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Carrollton, TX 75010
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and counselor supervisor with over 14 years of clinical experience. I work with adult individuals, adolescents, children, couples and families, using a variety of therapeutic techniques. I have vast experience working with issues related to trauma, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, anger management, mood disorders, anxiety, employment and work place problems, and grief.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and counselor supervisor with over 14 years of clinical experience. I work with adult individuals, adolescents, children, couples and families, using a variety of therapeutic techniques. I have vast experience working with issues related to trauma, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, anger management, mood disorders, anxiety, employment and work place problems, and grief.
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Dr. Cindy Ruelas-Tafolla
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, ICF-WC, CCM
Verified Verified
Frisco, TX 75033  (Online Only)
My mission is to create a safe and nurturing space allowing our clients to process their stories, navigate difficult life challenges, and help them transition from a place of trauma to a new place of healing and transformation. I strive to provide counseling and coaching services with passion and purpose to empower clients in making lifelong changes to reach their full potential and optimal wellness of mind, body, and spirit.
My mission is to create a safe and nurturing space allowing our clients to process their stories, navigate difficult life challenges, and help them transition from a place of trauma to a new place of healing and transformation. I strive to provide counseling and coaching services with passion and purpose to empower clients in making lifelong changes to reach their full potential and optimal wellness of mind, body, and spirit.
(972) 521-4097 View (972) 521-4097
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Kelbi Jade Callaway
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, EMDR-t
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75034
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that looking holistically at clients' lives can enhance the therapeutic experience and broaden opportunities for healing. I explore creative and innovative ways to incorporate client's passions into the counseling process. My goal is always to make sure my client's leave my office more aware and hopefully more confident that their lives are evolving toward more helpful and connected ways of living. I challenge my clients to examine their habits, lifestyle, and consistency of positive self regard.
I believe that looking holistically at clients' lives can enhance the therapeutic experience and broaden opportunities for healing. I explore creative and innovative ways to incorporate client's passions into the counseling process. My goal is always to make sure my client's leave my office more aware and hopefully more confident that their lives are evolving toward more helpful and connected ways of living. I challenge my clients to examine their habits, lifestyle, and consistency of positive self regard.
(972) 947-9760 View (972) 947-9760
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Samuel H Reyna
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Carrollton, TX 75010
Life is filled with adversity and our response to challenges matters. You may have noticed you are not quite yourself lately. Feeling differently or acting differently are clues that it is time for change. I understand where you are and I want to help. Let us work together to refocus your life and get you moving in the direction you want. I work with clients to build insight into their issues, think differently, and develop new ways of dealing with their issues.
Life is filled with adversity and our response to challenges matters. You may have noticed you are not quite yourself lately. Feeling differently or acting differently are clues that it is time for change. I understand where you are and I want to help. Let us work together to refocus your life and get you moving in the direction you want. I work with clients to build insight into their issues, think differently, and develop new ways of dealing with their issues.
(469) 336-2186 View (469) 336-2186
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LaDetra Woodson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Lewisville, TX 75057  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to find purpose in your career? Do you find obtaining your goals to be a challenge? Wanting clarity and a clear vision to fulfillment? Is it difficult to build and establish healthy relationships? I inspire my clients to pursue the life they imagine by setting healthy personal goals. I have a passion for helping others reach their full potential. As your therapist, I will meet you where you are and help you navigate where you want to be so that you are living your life to the fullest.
Are you struggling to find purpose in your career? Do you find obtaining your goals to be a challenge? Wanting clarity and a clear vision to fulfillment? Is it difficult to build and establish healthy relationships? I inspire my clients to pursue the life they imagine by setting healthy personal goals. I have a passion for helping others reach their full potential. As your therapist, I will meet you where you are and help you navigate where you want to be so that you are living your life to the fullest.
(972) 885-3944 View (972) 885-3944
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Mindful Path Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Lewisville, TX 75067
Welcome! We are accepting new clients for individual and couples therapy. We can help you become more resilient in the face of stress, anxiety & depression. We now offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy- reach out for more info. We're a holistic psychotherapy center of encouraging, expert therapists that help you achieve your goals for mind, body & spiritual wellness. We walk alongside you on your path to healing in a collaborative, empowered way. We help teens, adults, couples, & families learn to recharge, increase resiliency, and heal the past for a brighter future.
Welcome! We are accepting new clients for individual and couples therapy. We can help you become more resilient in the face of stress, anxiety & depression. We now offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy- reach out for more info. We're a holistic psychotherapy center of encouraging, expert therapists that help you achieve your goals for mind, body & spiritual wellness. We walk alongside you on your path to healing in a collaborative, empowered way. We help teens, adults, couples, & families learn to recharge, increase resiliency, and heal the past for a brighter future.
(214) 239-9166 View (214) 239-9166
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Alexandria Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75034
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed about life? Are you feeling stuck and wanting a change or to make a transition in your personal life or in your career? Looking to work on bettering the relationships in your life? Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship conflict you are not alone. My goal is to help you process your concerns, decide on goals you want to achieve and develop a realistic plan for potential change. I am passionate about creating healthy individuals, couples, and families as well as empowering parents and caregivers.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed about life? Are you feeling stuck and wanting a change or to make a transition in your personal life or in your career? Looking to work on bettering the relationships in your life? Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship conflict you are not alone. My goal is to help you process your concerns, decide on goals you want to achieve and develop a realistic plan for potential change. I am passionate about creating healthy individuals, couples, and families as well as empowering parents and caregivers.
(469) 382-4043 View (469) 382-4043
Photo of Shannon Carl, Licensed Professional Counselor in The Colony, TX
Shannon Carl
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75025
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults (21+) whose presenting concerns are most often related to anxiety, depression, grief, spirituality, "religious deconstruction," "purity culture," "religious reconstruction," sexuality, and relationships. My guiding therapeutic modalities are attachment-focused and trauma-informed (advanced training in Somatic Experiencing). I am also trained in ACT, Emotionally Focused Therapy (and EFIT), and the Gottman Method for couples. My practice is open to people of every religious tradition and people with no religious affiliation. I welcome married and unmarried couples into couple therapy.
I work with adults (21+) whose presenting concerns are most often related to anxiety, depression, grief, spirituality, "religious deconstruction," "purity culture," "religious reconstruction," sexuality, and relationships. My guiding therapeutic modalities are attachment-focused and trauma-informed (advanced training in Somatic Experiencing). I am also trained in ACT, Emotionally Focused Therapy (and EFIT), and the Gottman Method for couples. My practice is open to people of every religious tradition and people with no religious affiliation. I welcome married and unmarried couples into couple therapy.
(254) 328-1116 View (254) 328-1116
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Dr. Thomas C. Johnson
Psychological Associate, PsyD, LPA
Verified Verified
Frisco, TX 75034
I have a breadth of training and experience in working with individuals from diverse populations, and providing psychological services across the lifespan. My approach is to form relationships based on trust, respect and in a safe environment, facilitating growth in your overall well-being. I have a deep compassion for helping those individuals who want to improve their quality of life so that they may lead a life that matters. I received my doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the Texas School of Professional Psychology, and am a Licensed Psychological Associate in the state of Texas.
I have a breadth of training and experience in working with individuals from diverse populations, and providing psychological services across the lifespan. My approach is to form relationships based on trust, respect and in a safe environment, facilitating growth in your overall well-being. I have a deep compassion for helping those individuals who want to improve their quality of life so that they may lead a life that matters. I received my doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the Texas School of Professional Psychology, and am a Licensed Psychological Associate in the state of Texas.
(817) 697-2480 View (817) 697-2480
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Deanna Kasten, M. A, LPC, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75024
Are you having trouble communicating effectively in your relationships? Do you wish you had the words to say what you want? Are you fearful of offending others if you say what you think?You can become more authentic and therefore happier if you learn effective ways to communicate. I work with couples who want to improve their relationship, as well as with individual issues, such as anxiety, depression, and lack of goals and energy. Change for the better can happen sooner than you may think. I am a seasoned therapist with many years of experience. I help clients find the words to express what they want to say clearly and peacefully.
Are you having trouble communicating effectively in your relationships? Do you wish you had the words to say what you want? Are you fearful of offending others if you say what you think?You can become more authentic and therefore happier if you learn effective ways to communicate. I work with couples who want to improve their relationship, as well as with individual issues, such as anxiety, depression, and lack of goals and energy. Change for the better can happen sooner than you may think. I am a seasoned therapist with many years of experience. I help clients find the words to express what they want to say clearly and peacefully.
(972) 441-7798 View (972) 441-7798
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Dr. Chris Bedard
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75034  (Online Only)
I strive to help clients receive healing, become transformed, and learn to thrive in the life God intended for them. I specialize in working with couples at any stage or place in life. It is my desire to help create safe and secure connections that are both healing and transformative. This starts by having a safe and secure place to talk. I am sensitive to the needs of my clients and tailor my therapy to use both my experience and training to address client goals. My unique approach integrates faith-based beliefs with proven clinical practice. (Not currently taking Insurance Clients)
I strive to help clients receive healing, become transformed, and learn to thrive in the life God intended for them. I specialize in working with couples at any stage or place in life. It is my desire to help create safe and secure connections that are both healing and transformative. This starts by having a safe and secure place to talk. I am sensitive to the needs of my clients and tailor my therapy to use both my experience and training to address client goals. My unique approach integrates faith-based beliefs with proven clinical practice. (Not currently taking Insurance Clients)
(817) 945-6930 View (817) 945-6930
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Dan Kirkland MS, LPC-S Telehealth
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75025  (Online Only)
Let's work together to move your life to the place you want it to be. Everyone gets stuck. We can get the ball rolling toward a better life! You can schedule your telehealth session easily by clicking the Schedule Now button on my website. Just pick it and click it! Or, you can call my number and leave a message if that is better for you, and I will return your call. As Level Three trained Gottman Relationship Therapist I will teach you the skills the Gottman Institute says will transform your relationship!
Let's work together to move your life to the place you want it to be. Everyone gets stuck. We can get the ball rolling toward a better life! You can schedule your telehealth session easily by clicking the Schedule Now button on my website. Just pick it and click it! Or, you can call my number and leave a message if that is better for you, and I will return your call. As Level Three trained Gottman Relationship Therapist I will teach you the skills the Gottman Institute says will transform your relationship!
(972) 349-0246 View (972) 349-0246
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Mayra Iniguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75034
If you are struggling with addictions, PTSD, depression, anxiety and relationship issues, you have come to the right place. Emotions are a natural part of life, but sometimes we struggle feeling stuck with painful emotions causing life and our circumstances to feel unmanageable. It can feel as though we are giving our best but have yet to see the desired outcome, and our emotions can get the best of us. My ultimate goal is to treat and heal the underlying root causes, thus providing an opportunity to break free from the chains of the harmful or negative past behaviors and thought processes.
If you are struggling with addictions, PTSD, depression, anxiety and relationship issues, you have come to the right place. Emotions are a natural part of life, but sometimes we struggle feeling stuck with painful emotions causing life and our circumstances to feel unmanageable. It can feel as though we are giving our best but have yet to see the desired outcome, and our emotions can get the best of us. My ultimate goal is to treat and heal the underlying root causes, thus providing an opportunity to break free from the chains of the harmful or negative past behaviors and thought processes.
(714) 451-7166 View (714) 451-7166

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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.