Therapists in Prince George County, VA

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Kessler Psychological, LLC
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norfolk, VA 23510
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that everyone is capable of improving their life circumstances with guided work, and that all should be free from suffering. I evaluate and treat life satisfaction and interpersonal problems, as well as diagnosable mental illnesses. I offer individual, couple, family, and group psychotherapy. I am empathetic, warm, and non-judgmental with appropriate professional boundaries, and use a variety of perspectives and techniques to help clients meet their goals. I do not discriminate on any basis. Dr. Kohn and I are working off a waitlist at this time.
I believe that everyone is capable of improving their life circumstances with guided work, and that all should be free from suffering. I evaluate and treat life satisfaction and interpersonal problems, as well as diagnosable mental illnesses. I offer individual, couple, family, and group psychotherapy. I am empathetic, warm, and non-judgmental with appropriate professional boundaries, and use a variety of perspectives and techniques to help clients meet their goals. I do not discriminate on any basis. Dr. Kohn and I are working off a waitlist at this time.
(757) 622-1060 View (757) 622-1060
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Neda Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chesapeake, VA 23320  (Online Only)
Every person has worth, purpose and the skills they need to overcome the barriers in their life. I believe individuals have great capacity for resiliency, strength, hope and courage. Are you having difficulty seeing these characteristics in yourself? Does life have you feeling upside down? With 20 years of experience, I assist children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families to heal from symptoms of depression, trauma, addiction, substance use, family conflict, relationship discord, parenting, anxiety, low self-esteem, life transitions, grief and loss, and severe mental illness. Today is the right time for a better you.
Every person has worth, purpose and the skills they need to overcome the barriers in their life. I believe individuals have great capacity for resiliency, strength, hope and courage. Are you having difficulty seeing these characteristics in yourself? Does life have you feeling upside down? With 20 years of experience, I assist children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families to heal from symptoms of depression, trauma, addiction, substance use, family conflict, relationship discord, parenting, anxiety, low self-esteem, life transitions, grief and loss, and severe mental illness. Today is the right time for a better you.
(757) 992-9682 View (757) 992-9682
Virginia Support Services, PC
LPC
Verified Verified
Chester, VA 23831
Services will be built around your preferences, choices, values, strengths, and natural support systems of family and community.
Virginia Support Services is a State Licensed Mental Health Skill-Building Service program that provides behavioral and mental health training and support services to individuals with mental, behavioral, or emotional impairments in major life activities by supporting an individual's level of functioning and promoting his/her autonomy. We service individuals age 16 and up with a mental health diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder-recurrent, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia or other psychotic disorder, a history of higher level of psychiatric care such as hospitalization, residential treatment or ICT/PACT, prescribed Rx therapy.
Services will be built around your preferences, choices, values, strengths, and natural support systems of family and community.
Virginia Support Services is a State Licensed Mental Health Skill-Building Service program that provides behavioral and mental health training and support services to individuals with mental, behavioral, or emotional impairments in major life activities by supporting an individual's level of functioning and promoting his/her autonomy. We service individuals age 16 and up with a mental health diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder-recurrent, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia or other psychotic disorder, a history of higher level of psychiatric care such as hospitalization, residential treatment or ICT/PACT, prescribed Rx therapy.
(804) 348-0326 View (804) 348-0326
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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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Douglas Muller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LMFT, CSAC
Verified Verified
Newport News, VA 23608
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), a licensed professional counselor (LPC), a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) and a certified substance abuse counselor (CSAC). I earned an MA in Social Work, MA in Correctional Counseling and a Ph.D. in Urban Services/Counseling. I provide therapy in a number of areas: serious mentally ill, marriage & family, drug/alcohol, adult Attention Deficit Disorder & family therapy. I also work with the LGBTQIA community.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), a licensed professional counselor (LPC), a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) and a certified substance abuse counselor (CSAC). I earned an MA in Social Work, MA in Correctional Counseling and a Ph.D. in Urban Services/Counseling. I provide therapy in a number of areas: serious mentally ill, marriage & family, drug/alcohol, adult Attention Deficit Disorder & family therapy. I also work with the LGBTQIA community.
(757) 926-0286 View (757) 926-0286
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Kimbely Williams
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSW, CSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Specialize in Individual, Family and Group therapy for adults and teens.
Are you experiencing feelings of hopelessness, shame and guilt? Struggling with anxiety and depressive symptoms associated with life's circumstances? Do you want a new start and need support without being judged by your past? Having an innate passion for people, I believe that your best self develops after experiencing life's challenges. I will meet you where you are, and from a Christian perspective if requested, will provide you with the tools necessary to find your purpose from the power within you.
Specialize in Individual, Family and Group therapy for adults and teens.
Are you experiencing feelings of hopelessness, shame and guilt? Struggling with anxiety and depressive symptoms associated with life's circumstances? Do you want a new start and need support without being judged by your past? Having an innate passion for people, I believe that your best self develops after experiencing life's challenges. I will meet you where you are, and from a Christian perspective if requested, will provide you with the tools necessary to find your purpose from the power within you.
(804) 977-0113 View (804) 977-0113
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April Stone
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you motivated to see change? Are you tired of the past ruling your life? Do want to stop barely making it? Relationships unfulfilling? Need a answer/diagnosis for what you experience? My clinical work integrates psychology, theology, and spirituality. I consider my counseling to be a ministry first. However, treatments will also include empirically based techniques and skill-building. I am a Level 1 and Level 2 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I also work with Trauma Focused Couples Counseling, Grief Therapy, and Dysfunctional family issues. I serve both Georgia and Virginia via video/phone sessions only.
Are you motivated to see change? Are you tired of the past ruling your life? Do want to stop barely making it? Relationships unfulfilling? Need a answer/diagnosis for what you experience? My clinical work integrates psychology, theology, and spirituality. I consider my counseling to be a ministry first. However, treatments will also include empirically based techniques and skill-building. I am a Level 1 and Level 2 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I also work with Trauma Focused Couples Counseling, Grief Therapy, and Dysfunctional family issues. I serve both Georgia and Virginia via video/phone sessions only.
(757) 330-8271 View (757) 330-8271
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Joy Sprenkle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chesapeake, VA 23320
I have previously worked as an in home therapist, foster care worker, and the majority of my experience has been the past 11 years as an outpatient therapist for a private practice. I have experience working with women, men, children, adolescents, family, and marital therapy.
I have previously worked as an in home therapist, foster care worker, and the majority of my experience has been the past 11 years as an outpatient therapist for a private practice. I have experience working with women, men, children, adolescents, family, and marital therapy.
(757) 210-6036 View (757) 210-6036
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Nora Vassar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chesterfield, VA 23838  (Online Only)
I approach psychotherapy holistically, integrating models such as Family Systems Theory and Trauma Theory.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia currently providing video psychotherapy sessions. My patients are older teens and adults who are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship and family issues, poor self image and academic and professional stressors. I earned my Master's Degree in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University, where I focused on the impact substance abuse and mental health challenges have on the individual across the life span.
I approach psychotherapy holistically, integrating models such as Family Systems Theory and Trauma Theory.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia currently providing video psychotherapy sessions. My patients are older teens and adults who are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship and family issues, poor self image and academic and professional stressors. I earned my Master's Degree in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University, where I focused on the impact substance abuse and mental health challenges have on the individual across the life span.
(804) 570-2663 View (804) 570-2663
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Jennie Polizzi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC&NCC, Phd Can, MS, Cert, BS, AS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbridge, VA 22192  (Online Only)
I have thorough knowledge and interest in Trauma, Multicultural, developmental, family.
No matter who you are, life is always changing, filled with challenges, transitions, doubts, and sometimes successes. This is the human experience, and you do not have to go it alone. Counseling is an available resource to help hone your natural talents and skills to find vision, motivation, meaning, and resolve through your choices and experiences. With the support of a professional counselor there are no dead-end scenarios. I thoroughly believe in meeting clients where they are at, treating individuals with dignity and respect no matter who they are or where they come from, celebrating differences and individuality.
I have thorough knowledge and interest in Trauma, Multicultural, developmental, family.
No matter who you are, life is always changing, filled with challenges, transitions, doubts, and sometimes successes. This is the human experience, and you do not have to go it alone. Counseling is an available resource to help hone your natural talents and skills to find vision, motivation, meaning, and resolve through your choices and experiences. With the support of a professional counselor there are no dead-end scenarios. I thoroughly believe in meeting clients where they are at, treating individuals with dignity and respect no matter who they are or where they come from, celebrating differences and individuality.
(571) 322-8610 View (571) 322-8610
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Dr. Darlise Baron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-QS, CAP, CHT, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23232
Greetings! My name is Dr. Darlise Baron, I am the CEO of Baron Counseling Services LLC. I have been in the field of Social Work for over 23 years. I earned my doctorate degree in Sexology, Licensed clinical social worker, Certified Addiction Professional and a certified Hypnotherapist. In addition, I specialize in hypnosis, anger management, substance abuse, domestic violence, parenting, family issues, relationship concerns, grief counseling and struggles with everyday living. I provide services to Children, Adults, Families, Couples, Veterans, First Responders, LGBTQ+, and Celebrities.
Greetings! My name is Dr. Darlise Baron, I am the CEO of Baron Counseling Services LLC. I have been in the field of Social Work for over 23 years. I earned my doctorate degree in Sexology, Licensed clinical social worker, Certified Addiction Professional and a certified Hypnotherapist. In addition, I specialize in hypnosis, anger management, substance abuse, domestic violence, parenting, family issues, relationship concerns, grief counseling and struggles with everyday living. I provide services to Children, Adults, Families, Couples, Veterans, First Responders, LGBTQ+, and Celebrities.
(786) 574-3468 View (786) 574-3468
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Alliance Family Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Alliance Family Counseling Group, LLC goal is to provide individuals with a healthier perspective about life, the resources and support to make decisions and behavioral changes.
My professional experience includes the provision of clinical services in both residential (milieu) therapy and outpatient practice clinical specialties include Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Borderline Personality, Schizoaffective Disorder, PTSD, Attachment, Anger Management and Grief and loss, etc. I have expertise in trauma recovery, specifically healing from childhood physical, emotional and sexual abuse. I accept and work with patients of all age ranges and work with clients who are over the age of 65.
Alliance Family Counseling Group, LLC goal is to provide individuals with a healthier perspective about life, the resources and support to make decisions and behavioral changes.
My professional experience includes the provision of clinical services in both residential (milieu) therapy and outpatient practice clinical specialties include Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Borderline Personality, Schizoaffective Disorder, PTSD, Attachment, Anger Management and Grief and loss, etc. I have expertise in trauma recovery, specifically healing from childhood physical, emotional and sexual abuse. I accept and work with patients of all age ranges and work with clients who are over the age of 65.
(804) 207-7220 View (804) 207-7220
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Patricia A Profit
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, VA 22193
Specializing in counseling to females (adolescents-adults), marriage and family therapy. I find it rewarding helping others learn to develop and maintain healthy relationships, overcome negative thoughts, become spiritually mature and effectively manage their lives. My approach to counseling is to build a therapeutic counseling relationship that provides support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. My commitment is to provide a safe place of trust and to walk alongside my clients through the struggles they are currently facing and teach them more adaptive ways to manage their lives.
Specializing in counseling to females (adolescents-adults), marriage and family therapy. I find it rewarding helping others learn to develop and maintain healthy relationships, overcome negative thoughts, become spiritually mature and effectively manage their lives. My approach to counseling is to build a therapeutic counseling relationship that provides support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. My commitment is to provide a safe place of trust and to walk alongside my clients through the struggles they are currently facing and teach them more adaptive ways to manage their lives.
(703) 972-6668 View (703) 972-6668
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Kimbely Williams
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSW, CSAC
Verified Verified
Glen Allen, VA 23060
Specializing in Individual, Family and Group therapy for adults and teens.
Are you experiencing feelings of hopelessness, shame and guilt? Struggling with anxiety and depressive symptoms associated with life's circumstances? Do you want a new start and need support without being judged by your past? Having an innate passion for people, I believe that your best self develops after experiencing life's challenges. I will meet you where you are, and from a Christian perspective if requested, will provide you with the tools necessary to find your purpose from the power within you.
Specializing in Individual, Family and Group therapy for adults and teens.
Are you experiencing feelings of hopelessness, shame and guilt? Struggling with anxiety and depressive symptoms associated with life's circumstances? Do you want a new start and need support without being judged by your past? Having an innate passion for people, I believe that your best self develops after experiencing life's challenges. I will meet you where you are, and from a Christian perspective if requested, will provide you with the tools necessary to find your purpose from the power within you.
(804) 944-8730 View (804) 944-8730
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Tyrone Obaseki
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
Mobile services include individual, family, couple's counseling, & relapse prevention planning.
Welcome to Transformative Counseling & Wellness Solutions! We believe in renewing the mind and dealing with the total person! Healing starts with being transparent, and opening up about your life’s journey to your therapist, who responds with compassion, empathy, and wisdom. Our therapeutic relationship can be the building block and the catalyst towards your new life! We provide affordable counseling, traditional & wellness services. If you want to journey beyond life's obstacles, don't hesitate to call. Together we will navigate your path towards freedom, success, and happiness.
Mobile services include individual, family, couple's counseling, & relapse prevention planning.
Welcome to Transformative Counseling & Wellness Solutions! We believe in renewing the mind and dealing with the total person! Healing starts with being transparent, and opening up about your life’s journey to your therapist, who responds with compassion, empathy, and wisdom. Our therapeutic relationship can be the building block and the catalyst towards your new life! We provide affordable counseling, traditional & wellness services. If you want to journey beyond life's obstacles, don't hesitate to call. Together we will navigate your path towards freedom, success, and happiness.
(757) 982-2542 View (757) 982-2542
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Melody Morales Almodovar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hampton, VA 23669
She is trained in cognitive behavioral, Immigration Evaluation, relational family, trauma-focused, grief counseling, EMI, and Brainspotting.
Melody Morales is a psychotherapist in practice in the Hampton Roads area. Melody is a certified grief therapist, couples counselor, and trauma therapist. Melody specializes in treatment of individuals, couples and families and provides Immigration Evaluation. Whether your stress is related to work, school, relationships, parenting, or other life transitions, she will work with you to nurture your existing strengths and help you build coping skills that lead to positive life changes.
She is trained in cognitive behavioral, Immigration Evaluation, relational family, trauma-focused, grief counseling, EMI, and Brainspotting.
Melody Morales is a psychotherapist in practice in the Hampton Roads area. Melody is a certified grief therapist, couples counselor, and trauma therapist. Melody specializes in treatment of individuals, couples and families and provides Immigration Evaluation. Whether your stress is related to work, school, relationships, parenting, or other life transitions, she will work with you to nurture your existing strengths and help you build coping skills that lead to positive life changes.
(833) 902-0679 View (833) 902-0679
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Jo Kornegay Downey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Midlothian, VA 23112  (Online Only)
My experience includes working with couples, families, and individuals on relationship issues, family conflict, depression, anxiety, abuse, addiction, and women’s issues. We will work together to identify and work on issues you bring to our sessions. My approach to counseling operates from a strength base approach to help you identify your strengths within yourself and develop self-awareness that will aid you to meet your goals through your active involvement as well as efforts to change your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Sometimes change will be easy and swift, but often it will be slow and deliberate.
My experience includes working with couples, families, and individuals on relationship issues, family conflict, depression, anxiety, abuse, addiction, and women’s issues. We will work together to identify and work on issues you bring to our sessions. My approach to counseling operates from a strength base approach to help you identify your strengths within yourself and develop self-awareness that will aid you to meet your goals through your active involvement as well as efforts to change your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Sometimes change will be easy and swift, but often it will be slow and deliberate.
(804) 331-1145 View (804) 331-1145
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Naglaa B. Moussa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Stafford, VA 22554  (Online Only)
My areas of expertise consist of trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, suicidal ideation, codependency, addictions, divorce, relationship issues, family conflict, marital problems, parenting, spirituality, coping skills, Christian counseling, intellectual disability, and acculturation.
Embracing the uniqueness of each individual, my therapeutic approach is centered on tailored, supportive, and collaborative methods. Together, we will work to integrate profound insights and self-awareness into your behavioral patterns, fostering processed and healthy emotional reactions. In therapy, my aim is to guide you through challenging life experiences that may seem persistent. You'll gain control over your choices, heal from the past, and develop coping strategies, empowering you to overcome obstacles and reach your full potential.
My areas of expertise consist of trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, suicidal ideation, codependency, addictions, divorce, relationship issues, family conflict, marital problems, parenting, spirituality, coping skills, Christian counseling, intellectual disability, and acculturation.
Embracing the uniqueness of each individual, my therapeutic approach is centered on tailored, supportive, and collaborative methods. Together, we will work to integrate profound insights and self-awareness into your behavioral patterns, fostering processed and healthy emotional reactions. In therapy, my aim is to guide you through challenging life experiences that may seem persistent. You'll gain control over your choices, heal from the past, and develop coping strategies, empowering you to overcome obstacles and reach your full potential.
(703) 972-1797 View (703) 972-1797
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Take Time for You, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CRC, LPC
Verified Verified
I have 20 years of experience working with children and adolescents in multiple domains. Some domains would include schools, homes, summer camps, after school programs, childcares, churches, and group homes. My passion is working with children and their families to reconnect and build healthy interpersonal relationships. Although my passion is working with children and adolescents, I also enjoy working with single adults, as well as couples. My motto is “It takes a village” and working together as a team to achieve reasonable and practical goals will build a healthier and stronger you/family.
I have 20 years of experience working with children and adolescents in multiple domains. Some domains would include schools, homes, summer camps, after school programs, childcares, churches, and group homes. My passion is working with children and their families to reconnect and build healthy interpersonal relationships. Although my passion is working with children and adolescents, I also enjoy working with single adults, as well as couples. My motto is “It takes a village” and working together as a team to achieve reasonable and practical goals will build a healthier and stronger you/family.
(804) 375-4350 View (804) 375-4350
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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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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.