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Solutions Psychotherapy
Verified Verified
Cape Charles, VA 23310
Accepting new patients (ages 6 yrs-65 yrs) for Medication Management and limited therapy with online, virtual, or in person appointments available. So if you are a new patient or need a change from your current provider, we're here for you. Our staff will provide a safe space to explore your needs, questions and beliefs in a nonjudgmental environment, while working toward positive solutions for the future. As a small group of experienced mental health professionals, we offer a variety of research-based, therapeutic approaches and medication management, in a comfortable setting without the "big office" feel.
Accepting new patients (ages 6 yrs-65 yrs) for Medication Management and limited therapy with online, virtual, or in person appointments available. So if you are a new patient or need a change from your current provider, we're here for you. Our staff will provide a safe space to explore your needs, questions and beliefs in a nonjudgmental environment, while working toward positive solutions for the future. As a small group of experienced mental health professionals, we offer a variety of research-based, therapeutic approaches and medication management, in a comfortable setting without the "big office" feel.
(757) 379-8897 View (757) 379-8897
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Life Domains and Eudaimonia Tessellation Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, LMFT, LSATP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cape Charles, VA 23310  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
The first step towards figuring out what is wrong is getting in touch with your life domains—exploring different aspects of life we experience through living well and covering all the surfaces. As an innovative therapist, I can help you work through these tough times in the comfort of your personal space. I have experience working with adults and couples. As a professional mental health care provider, I am familiar with animal-assisted therapies. I can help you get a certification for your pet or locate a program or animal that is right for you.
The first step towards figuring out what is wrong is getting in touch with your life domains—exploring different aspects of life we experience through living well and covering all the surfaces. As an innovative therapist, I can help you work through these tough times in the comfort of your personal space. I have experience working with adults and couples. As a professional mental health care provider, I am familiar with animal-assisted therapies. I can help you get a certification for your pet or locate a program or animal that is right for you.
(757) 330-1780 View (757) 330-1780

Online Therapists

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Carolyn Ethridge Harrington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSOTP
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23223
Carolyn strives to being an effective blend of experiences, empowerment, education, encouragement, and support to maximize outcomes and provide genuine healing and wholeness to individuals, marriages, couples, and families. Carolyn’s approach to counseling is centered on the therapeutic alliance. She incorporates CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, Family Therapy Techniques with a variety of therapeutic orientations to help individuals/families/couples meet their goals. Carolyn is totally committed to the individuals that she serves and believes that there is great value and importance in human connections.
Carolyn strives to being an effective blend of experiences, empowerment, education, encouragement, and support to maximize outcomes and provide genuine healing and wholeness to individuals, marriages, couples, and families. Carolyn’s approach to counseling is centered on the therapeutic alliance. She incorporates CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, Family Therapy Techniques with a variety of therapeutic orientations to help individuals/families/couples meet their goals. Carolyn is totally committed to the individuals that she serves and believes that there is great value and importance in human connections.
(804) 294-4370 View (804) 294-4370
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Balance Life Coaching
Counselor, MS, CFI, PC, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Yorktown, VA 23692
Conflict is inevitable.... we have all battled and faced success and loss with loved ones, friends, family, school, employers, opposing teams and life! Life is all about challenge management, personal approach and flexibility. In a supportive & understanding environment we will unravel your stories and talk about your experiences. I support making tough decisions and taking personal ownership. While not easy, I advocate for taking brave steps toward positive growth and self-empowerment. The goal of peer-mentored life coaching is self-development and actualization through peer-support; freeing you from conflict and guilt.
Conflict is inevitable.... we have all battled and faced success and loss with loved ones, friends, family, school, employers, opposing teams and life! Life is all about challenge management, personal approach and flexibility. In a supportive & understanding environment we will unravel your stories and talk about your experiences. I support making tough decisions and taking personal ownership. While not easy, I advocate for taking brave steps toward positive growth and self-empowerment. The goal of peer-mentored life coaching is self-development and actualization through peer-support; freeing you from conflict and guilt.
(757) 941-4104 View (757) 941-4104
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Jessica Eddins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPRS, CSAC
Verified Verified
Chesapeake, VA 23320  (Online Only)
I am a Professional Counselor licensed in Virginia. I am also a LSATP, CSAC, and RPRS with years of experience working with clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, addiction, OCD, and family problems. I’ve also guided people on how to reach goals, make important life decisions, and helped them achieve their goals for a greater purpose for their lives. My counseling style is person centered, collaborative, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). To contact Jessica Eddins at Recovery Journal please email, call, or simply go to recoveryjournalllc.com
I am a Professional Counselor licensed in Virginia. I am also a LSATP, CSAC, and RPRS with years of experience working with clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, addiction, OCD, and family problems. I’ve also guided people on how to reach goals, make important life decisions, and helped them achieve their goals for a greater purpose for their lives. My counseling style is person centered, collaborative, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). To contact Jessica Eddins at Recovery Journal please email, call, or simply go to recoveryjournalllc.com
(757) 260-4982 View (757) 260-4982
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Dawn Atkinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Hi there, I'm Dawn! I have been a Licensed Clinical Social worker for over 25 years and have been working as a Behavioral Health Clinician providing individual, couples, and family therapy since then. I focus in areas such as anxiety, coping skills, depression, stress, life transitions, and self esteem, amongst others. I have extensive knowledge and experience in providing trauma focused therapeutic work, and work towards my client's treatment goals while building on my client's strengths and abilities.
Hi there, I'm Dawn! I have been a Licensed Clinical Social worker for over 25 years and have been working as a Behavioral Health Clinician providing individual, couples, and family therapy since then. I focus in areas such as anxiety, coping skills, depression, stress, life transitions, and self esteem, amongst others. I have extensive knowledge and experience in providing trauma focused therapeutic work, and work towards my client's treatment goals while building on my client's strengths and abilities.
(757) 781-0580 View (757) 781-0580
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Lowery Coaching & Consulting Services, LLC
QMHP-A, QMHP-C , CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23232
The mission of Lowery Coaching & Consulting Services, LLC is to cultivate and create a coaching atmosphere that will help individuals identify the desires of their lives without continual contemplation. As your professional life coach, I desire to help you bridge the gap between your reality and the visionary plan you have for your life. I specialize in clinical, spiritual, and holistic life coaching. I am committed to serving diverse populations of adolescents and adults across all genders, races, ethnicities, and socioeconomic statuses. Offering personal, parenting/family, confidence, transitional, and Christian coaching.
The mission of Lowery Coaching & Consulting Services, LLC is to cultivate and create a coaching atmosphere that will help individuals identify the desires of their lives without continual contemplation. As your professional life coach, I desire to help you bridge the gap between your reality and the visionary plan you have for your life. I specialize in clinical, spiritual, and holistic life coaching. I am committed to serving diverse populations of adolescents and adults across all genders, races, ethnicities, and socioeconomic statuses. Offering personal, parenting/family, confidence, transitional, and Christian coaching.
(804) 207-7513 View (804) 207-7513
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Spectrum Psychological and Neurotherapy, PC
Psychologist, EdD
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Services include: Neurofeedback, Court/ Forensic Evaluations, Assessment /diagnosis, Behavioral and cognitive therapies(CBT), Individual, couples /family therapy.
We are an outpatient mental health clinic that serves children, adolescents and adults experiencing challenges. We provide innovative individualized, evidence-based interventions to address an array of life's diverse challenges, so that each individual can reach his or her full potential. All of us encounter problems in living at some point in our lives. Sometimes, those problems interfere with our ability to function at home, work, or school or in other important areas of life.
Services include: Neurofeedback, Court/ Forensic Evaluations, Assessment /diagnosis, Behavioral and cognitive therapies(CBT), Individual, couples /family therapy.
We are an outpatient mental health clinic that serves children, adolescents and adults experiencing challenges. We provide innovative individualized, evidence-based interventions to address an array of life's diverse challenges, so that each individual can reach his or her full potential. All of us encounter problems in living at some point in our lives. Sometimes, those problems interfere with our ability to function at home, work, or school or in other important areas of life.
(757) 239-2850 View (757) 239-2850
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Ie Wellness Center | Dr. Aimee Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23188
I help address the root causes of behavioral disorders and mental health issues, whether stress in the home, work related stressors, physical, relational, etc. I use an array of psychotherapy modalities including child centered play therapy (sand, art, dance, music), cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, family counseling as well as industrial organizational psychology modalities for work related stressors. The goal is to decrease the behavioral disorders and / or mental health symptoms to restore optimal functioning in the home and work environment.
I help address the root causes of behavioral disorders and mental health issues, whether stress in the home, work related stressors, physical, relational, etc. I use an array of psychotherapy modalities including child centered play therapy (sand, art, dance, music), cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, family counseling as well as industrial organizational psychology modalities for work related stressors. The goal is to decrease the behavioral disorders and / or mental health symptoms to restore optimal functioning in the home and work environment.
(757) 794-4893 View (757) 794-4893
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Cara Ruth Weed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
My therapeutic approach is eclectic and weaves together trauma, attachment, psychodynamic, cognitive, and family systems models.
As a trauma therapist (EMDR) and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, (CSAT), I focus on both individual work and repairing broken relationships related to the impact of addiction and trauma. I have studied extensively with Pia Mellody since 1999, honing the skills necessary to work on trauma, codependency, love addiction and developmental immaturity. This groundbreaking work assists people who are either in recovery, have relationship issues or who just want to enhance the quality of their lives.
My therapeutic approach is eclectic and weaves together trauma, attachment, psychodynamic, cognitive, and family systems models.
As a trauma therapist (EMDR) and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, (CSAT), I focus on both individual work and repairing broken relationships related to the impact of addiction and trauma. I have studied extensively with Pia Mellody since 1999, honing the skills necessary to work on trauma, codependency, love addiction and developmental immaturity. This groundbreaking work assists people who are either in recovery, have relationship issues or who just want to enhance the quality of their lives.
(757) 324-3574 View (757) 324-3574
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Renee Stamps
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
During our sessions, we will focus on any issues that have been difficult for you, your family, or significant other to navigate; allowing you a supportive space to process and appropriately cope in a world where you may be expected to allow others feelings, wants or needs to take precedence over your own.
Hello! Are you having a difficult time in life right now? Are your relationships struggling, are you struggling to maintain overall? I can help you overcome this and more, by providing therapy to suit your needs. My approach to therapy is a collaborative one, where I will work with you as an individual, family, or couple to reach your personal or relationship goals. Culturally speaking, as a Black American, I am most sensitive to the issues that are specific to Black people; particularly focusing on how to build stronger families in the Black community and how to cope with the stressors of our daily life experiences.
During our sessions, we will focus on any issues that have been difficult for you, your family, or significant other to navigate; allowing you a supportive space to process and appropriately cope in a world where you may be expected to allow others feelings, wants or needs to take precedence over your own.
Hello! Are you having a difficult time in life right now? Are your relationships struggling, are you struggling to maintain overall? I can help you overcome this and more, by providing therapy to suit your needs. My approach to therapy is a collaborative one, where I will work with you as an individual, family, or couple to reach your personal or relationship goals. Culturally speaking, as a Black American, I am most sensitive to the issues that are specific to Black people; particularly focusing on how to build stronger families in the Black community and how to cope with the stressors of our daily life experiences.
(757) 693-9624 View (757) 693-9624
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Emily Simonian
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, Author
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23225  (Online Only)
Whether you’re looking to improve your relationships, emotional wellbeing, or find help for specific life challenges, therapy is a great place to start. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have direct training and experience working with family and relationship issues, as well as working with individuals.
Whether you’re looking to improve your relationships, emotional wellbeing, or find help for specific life challenges, therapy is a great place to start. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have direct training and experience working with family and relationship issues, as well as working with individuals.
(571) 322-8023 View (571) 322-8023
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Comprehensive Life Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
We can relate to the challenges you go through to find your passions, while trying to balance life, work, family, health, relationships, and finances.
Hi There! If you are reading this then you are in the right place. Comprehensive Life Solutions seeks to address the needs of pre-teens thru adults in discovering who they are and what they need to flourish. We seek to provide services to help you reach goals that align with your values and not compromise them. We aim to help you improve your confidence and self esteem, while living your best life. Please check website to see Clinician profiles: www.clsolutions4life.com
We can relate to the challenges you go through to find your passions, while trying to balance life, work, family, health, relationships, and finances.
Hi There! If you are reading this then you are in the right place. Comprehensive Life Solutions seeks to address the needs of pre-teens thru adults in discovering who they are and what they need to flourish. We seek to provide services to help you reach goals that align with your values and not compromise them. We aim to help you improve your confidence and self esteem, while living your best life. Please check website to see Clinician profiles: www.clsolutions4life.com
(757) 239-3266 View (757) 239-3266
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Sadie F Sheafe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, ABSDip, BCD
Verified Verified
Newport News, VA 23608
Board Certified Sex Therapist, Marriage-Family Counselor; Chairman, Mental Health Board, City of Portsmouth; elected, State Board of Directors for NASW; Chairman of the Department of Veterans Affairs Social Work Professional Standards Board.
I am Licensed Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst, Board Certified Clinical Sexologist, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Diplomate, Board of Clinical Sexology. I have been a therapist for over 30 years. My team of Psychiatrists,Psychologists & clinicians service over 500 clients monthly. This team approach affords you an opportunity to capitalize on the 150 years of therapeutic expertise of the entire staff. Their specialties include: Marriage/Couple/divorce, Work Related Stress, Depression, Addictions, Gay/Lesbian/Gender Issues, Sex counseling & therapy, Anger Management, PTSD, Juveniles & Adolescent, Physical -Emotional-Verbal Abuse, Grief, Attention functioning & learning disorders
Board Certified Sex Therapist, Marriage-Family Counselor; Chairman, Mental Health Board, City of Portsmouth; elected, State Board of Directors for NASW; Chairman of the Department of Veterans Affairs Social Work Professional Standards Board.
I am Licensed Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst, Board Certified Clinical Sexologist, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Diplomate, Board of Clinical Sexology. I have been a therapist for over 30 years. My team of Psychiatrists,Psychologists & clinicians service over 500 clients monthly. This team approach affords you an opportunity to capitalize on the 150 years of therapeutic expertise of the entire staff. Their specialties include: Marriage/Couple/divorce, Work Related Stress, Depression, Addictions, Gay/Lesbian/Gender Issues, Sex counseling & therapy, Anger Management, PTSD, Juveniles & Adolescent, Physical -Emotional-Verbal Abuse, Grief, Attention functioning & learning disorders
(888) 657-2343 View (888) 657-2343
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Courtney Spence
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport News, VA 23606
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I provide individual and family counseling to adolescents and adults to address depression, anxiety, life changes, anger, mood disorders, and relationship problems. I have experience working with Intensive In-Home Services, Life Skill Coaching, and Crisis Intervention and Stabilization services with both private agencies and the Community Service Board. I believe that everyone has the ability to change or expand their character with the right tools and strategies to excel in life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I provide individual and family counseling to adolescents and adults to address depression, anxiety, life changes, anger, mood disorders, and relationship problems. I have experience working with Intensive In-Home Services, Life Skill Coaching, and Crisis Intervention and Stabilization services with both private agencies and the Community Service Board. I believe that everyone has the ability to change or expand their character with the right tools and strategies to excel in life.
(757) 859-0169 View (757) 859-0169
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Ashley Bream
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
What I want to specialize in is substance abuse and family therapy.
I am currently an intern working towards obtaining my LPC license. I am currently working at PIL Professional counseling under a supervisor that has many different certifications. My life and training lend me toward working with those experiencing depressed mood, anxiety, grief, disability, trauma, substance abuse, bipolar and/or excessive stress.
What I want to specialize in is substance abuse and family therapy.
I am currently an intern working towards obtaining my LPC license. I am currently working at PIL Professional counseling under a supervisor that has many different certifications. My life and training lend me toward working with those experiencing depressed mood, anxiety, grief, disability, trauma, substance abuse, bipolar and/or excessive stress.
(757) 997-2074 View (757) 997-2074
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Adina Silvestri
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229
Hi, I'm Dr. Adina Silvestri, the founder at Life Cycles Counseling. I offer a variety of counseling services to help you achieve balance and authenticity. Services include Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Couples Counseling, and Group Counseling. My practice style is spontaneous, creative and designed to fit your needs - which may be different each session. I have 20 years of experience helping individuals, children and families with a variety of needs, but I specialize in treating women with substance abuse issues. Please visit my website at www.adinasilvestri.com for more information.
Hi, I'm Dr. Adina Silvestri, the founder at Life Cycles Counseling. I offer a variety of counseling services to help you achieve balance and authenticity. Services include Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Couples Counseling, and Group Counseling. My practice style is spontaneous, creative and designed to fit your needs - which may be different each session. I have 20 years of experience helping individuals, children and families with a variety of needs, but I specialize in treating women with substance abuse issues. Please visit my website at www.adinasilvestri.com for more information.
(804) 621-7126 View (804) 621-7126
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Ocean Counseling and Family Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Norfolk, VA 23508
Susan Truland, LCSW, ACSW brings over 20 years experience working with clients in the areas of emotional health & well-being, marital/family conflict resolution, effective parenting, & addiction/codependency treatment.
A HEALTHY MIND, A HEALTHY YOU! We all have the power to choose our own destiny when we choose to view ourselves in a positive relationship with the world around us. You have probably been searching for change in your life for some time now, reaching a point where you feel overwhelmed in managing your physical or emotional health, interpersonal relationships, work, school or financial stressors. Change takes hard work, patience, and a conscious commitment. Don't give up! You will see, there is hope and together we will discover a path to A HEALTHY MIND, A HEALTHY YOU!
Susan Truland, LCSW, ACSW brings over 20 years experience working with clients in the areas of emotional health & well-being, marital/family conflict resolution, effective parenting, & addiction/codependency treatment.
A HEALTHY MIND, A HEALTHY YOU! We all have the power to choose our own destiny when we choose to view ourselves in a positive relationship with the world around us. You have probably been searching for change in your life for some time now, reaching a point where you feel overwhelmed in managing your physical or emotional health, interpersonal relationships, work, school or financial stressors. Change takes hard work, patience, and a conscious commitment. Don't give up! You will see, there is hope and together we will discover a path to A HEALTHY MIND, A HEALTHY YOU!
(609) 642-4274 View (609) 642-4274
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Rhonda L Yancey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23452  (Online Only)
I provide individual, family, and group counseling services.
I provide a nonjudgmental and compassionate atmosphere, in which you can safely explore and work feelings, thoughts, images, and beliefs that maybe keeping you from moving forward in life. I believe that for therapy to be effective, both you and I must be actively involved in developing treatment goals and assessing progress. Efforts to change self-perception, emotions and behaviors require work both in session and out of session. Therapy is a process in which you, the client gain insight, and tools that will facilitate continued growth and development after the counseling has ended.
I provide individual, family, and group counseling services.
I provide a nonjudgmental and compassionate atmosphere, in which you can safely explore and work feelings, thoughts, images, and beliefs that maybe keeping you from moving forward in life. I believe that for therapy to be effective, both you and I must be actively involved in developing treatment goals and assessing progress. Efforts to change self-perception, emotions and behaviors require work both in session and out of session. Therapy is a process in which you, the client gain insight, and tools that will facilitate continued growth and development after the counseling has ended.
(757) 703-4983 View (757) 703-4983
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Cameron & Company, Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, VA 23707
I call upon my over 30 years experience in areas Child Welfare; Medical/Hospital Social Work; Navy, Army, Marine and Air Force, Individual and Family Life Issues.
I work with families, individuals, couples, groups around the following issues: Stage of Life Adjustments; Depression; Anxiety; Elder Care Management; Military Family Life; Active Duty Issues;PTSD;Traumatic Brain Issues;Employee Assistance;Child and Family Issues; Family Conflicts;Adolescent Adjustments as well as Veteran and Retirement Concerns.
I call upon my over 30 years experience in areas Child Welfare; Medical/Hospital Social Work; Navy, Army, Marine and Air Force, Individual and Family Life Issues.
I work with families, individuals, couples, groups around the following issues: Stage of Life Adjustments; Depression; Anxiety; Elder Care Management; Military Family Life; Active Duty Issues;PTSD;Traumatic Brain Issues;Employee Assistance;Child and Family Issues; Family Conflicts;Adolescent Adjustments as well as Veteran and Retirement Concerns.
(757) 353-4117 x1 View (757) 353-4117 x1

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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.