Family Therapy in Bremerton, WA

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Lily Gibson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA, MHP
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98310
Lily is a family systems therapist and has received training in and practices utilizing the following modalities; Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy.
Lily works with adults, couples, and adolescents starting at 12 years of age. She is able to support clients in the following areas; depression, anxiety, managing family and life transitions, relationship challenges, parenting, building healthy coping skills, and processing traumatic events. Lily also offers pre-marital counseling for couples.
Lily is a family systems therapist and has received training in and practices utilizing the following modalities; Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy.
Lily works with adults, couples, and adolescents starting at 12 years of age. She is able to support clients in the following areas; depression, anxiety, managing family and life transitions, relationship challenges, parenting, building healthy coping skills, and processing traumatic events. Lily also offers pre-marital counseling for couples.
(360) 732-8614 View (360) 732-8614
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James McCormack
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCht, Rht
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bremerton, WA 98337
I am a Marriage & Family Therapist and registered hypnotherapist who works with couples, families, and individuals.
Couples/Families: Close relationships can be difficult. Top issues that bring couples into counseling include: Money, In-Laws, Parenting, Housework, Sex, and Emotional Intimacy. Relational issues left untreated often cause couples to live in "quiet desperation" or all-out warfare. Couple and familial relationships don't have to be a series of endless arguments or giving up and feeling alone. With awareness, skills, and practice relationships can change for the better. I would be honored to help in this journey so that you and your loved ones can recover the joy, fun, and deep connection that first drew you together.
I am a Marriage & Family Therapist and registered hypnotherapist who works with couples, families, and individuals.
Couples/Families: Close relationships can be difficult. Top issues that bring couples into counseling include: Money, In-Laws, Parenting, Housework, Sex, and Emotional Intimacy. Relational issues left untreated often cause couples to live in "quiet desperation" or all-out warfare. Couple and familial relationships don't have to be a series of endless arguments or giving up and feeling alone. With awareness, skills, and practice relationships can change for the better. I would be honored to help in this journey so that you and your loved ones can recover the joy, fun, and deep connection that first drew you together.
(360) 813-6594 View (360) 813-6594
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Susan Viola Reimers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, JD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bremerton, WA 98337
I use a practical, evidence-based, solution-focused approach to therapy, utilizing modalities in the cognitive-behavioral family of therapeutic intervention (CBT, DBT, ACT).
While I am comfortable working on a wide variety of mental health issues with diverse clientelle, the majority of my clients have belonged to the LGBT and Disabled communities. I use a solution-focused, shame-free approach to therapy, helping my clients develop the skills and insights necessary to navigate their unique challenges.
I use a practical, evidence-based, solution-focused approach to therapy, utilizing modalities in the cognitive-behavioral family of therapeutic intervention (CBT, DBT, ACT).
While I am comfortable working on a wide variety of mental health issues with diverse clientelle, the majority of my clients have belonged to the LGBT and Disabled communities. I use a solution-focused, shame-free approach to therapy, helping my clients develop the skills and insights necessary to navigate their unique challenges.
(385) 243-7571 x801809 View (385) 243-7571 x801809
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Rachel Seifert - Olympic Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, C-CBT, C-DBT, CMHS
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98310  (Online Only)
Hello! I am Rachel, an individual and family therapist and licensed independent clinical social worker. I work with teens and adults, offering both individual and family therapy. I specialize in working with clients who have anxiety, panic attacks, ADHD, autism, and depression. I also support clients experiencing phobias, OCD, grief/loss, and trauma. I partner with clients seeking to strengthen their stress/coping skills, relationships, communication skills, boundaries/self-care, and esteem/self-acceptance. I welcome LGBTQ+ identifying clients. I have taught meditation for 30 years, for those who would like to learn in-session.
Hello! I am Rachel, an individual and family therapist and licensed independent clinical social worker. I work with teens and adults, offering both individual and family therapy. I specialize in working with clients who have anxiety, panic attacks, ADHD, autism, and depression. I also support clients experiencing phobias, OCD, grief/loss, and trauma. I partner with clients seeking to strengthen their stress/coping skills, relationships, communication skills, boundaries/self-care, and esteem/self-acceptance. I welcome LGBTQ+ identifying clients. I have taught meditation for 30 years, for those who would like to learn in-session.
(360) 813-6500 View (360) 813-6500
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Crissy Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bremerton, WA 98311
I am trained in a variety of Mindfulness-based therapies and family-based treatment for adolescents with eating disorders.
Connection is critical to our well-being, as are the experiences of feeling seen, understood and valued for who we truly are. My role is to help create an environment in which you experience these things, from which I can offer individualized therapy based on your specific problems and goals.
I am trained in a variety of Mindfulness-based therapies and family-based treatment for adolescents with eating disorders.
Connection is critical to our well-being, as are the experiences of feeling seen, understood and valued for who we truly are. My role is to help create an environment in which you experience these things, from which I can offer individualized therapy based on your specific problems and goals.
(206) 981-5930 View (206) 981-5930
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Samantha Supit
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98310
My style in therapy is informed by mindfulness somatic based approaches, as well as parts work (Internal Family Systems), sprinkled with spiritual/metaphysical perspectives if that resonates with you.
We can see our symptoms as the language our soul is using to communicate where we are ready and needing to heal, integrate, and find balance. And we all have experienced trauma in one form or another that has led towards protective but misaligned habits and negative ways of relating to ourselves and the world. I enjoy creating a supportive space where I help you to unlearn what no longer serves you, reconnect with your most authentic self, and rediscover love and safety within your body. (Strictly offering TeleHealth/zoom therapy as I have moved out of state)
My style in therapy is informed by mindfulness somatic based approaches, as well as parts work (Internal Family Systems), sprinkled with spiritual/metaphysical perspectives if that resonates with you.
We can see our symptoms as the language our soul is using to communicate where we are ready and needing to heal, integrate, and find balance. And we all have experienced trauma in one form or another that has led towards protective but misaligned habits and negative ways of relating to ourselves and the world. I enjoy creating a supportive space where I help you to unlearn what no longer serves you, reconnect with your most authentic self, and rediscover love and safety within your body. (Strictly offering TeleHealth/zoom therapy as I have moved out of state)
(206) 202-4297 View (206) 202-4297
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Kristine Clay
Mental Health Counselor, PsyD, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98311
Waitlist for new clients
Counseling to help navigate life's storms for families, children and adults. I work with clients post divorce both in co-parent counseling and reunification. Parent/co-parent coaching, counseling, and support to parents, children, and teens in family transitions. I enjoy working to restore relationships through Reunification Therapy for parent and child. I also provide Counseling for those with depression, anxiety, trauma, and other life stressors, family conflict, improve self concept and decision-making. We will reduce symptoms and increase joy and peace.
Counseling to help navigate life's storms for families, children and adults. I work with clients post divorce both in co-parent counseling and reunification. Parent/co-parent coaching, counseling, and support to parents, children, and teens in family transitions. I enjoy working to restore relationships through Reunification Therapy for parent and child. I also provide Counseling for those with depression, anxiety, trauma, and other life stressors, family conflict, improve self concept and decision-making. We will reduce symptoms and increase joy and peace.
(360) 531-7458 View (360) 531-7458
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Charles Gross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bremerton, WA 98337
When it comes down to it, mental health counseling is all about the connection to your family, friends and colleagues.
Hey there, I can’t wait to hear from you! Teenagers and young adults face unique challenges as they navigate their transformation from childhood to adulthood. Hopelessness is a common feeling that many face, however, I’m here to share with you that there IS hope. Fear of rejection, your self-esteem, difficulty communicating, and sometimes past trauma all contribute to your wellness outcomes. Learning to express your needs, set boundaries, and process feelings can benefit your mental health and future relationships. As you begin to heal, you’ll likely find benefits in many other areas of your life.
When it comes down to it, mental health counseling is all about the connection to your family, friends and colleagues.
Hey there, I can’t wait to hear from you! Teenagers and young adults face unique challenges as they navigate their transformation from childhood to adulthood. Hopelessness is a common feeling that many face, however, I’m here to share with you that there IS hope. Fear of rejection, your self-esteem, difficulty communicating, and sometimes past trauma all contribute to your wellness outcomes. Learning to express your needs, set boundaries, and process feelings can benefit your mental health and future relationships. As you begin to heal, you’ll likely find benefits in many other areas of your life.
(360) 685-7149 View (360) 685-7149
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Beyond the Couch Psychotherapy
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98311
Congratulations for getting this far in your quest to enrich your life! Calling me (or any therapist) can be another challenging step. I offer a FREE 30-minute session to help you find the best person to assist you. My Therapeutic Approach revolves around you and your goals. My training supports our collaboration for your success attaining the life you want and deserve drawing on Family Systems Theory, Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM), EMDR, Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), Voice Dialogue, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Neuro-Linguistic Processing (NLP), and Motivational Interviewing (MI), all within a holistic approach.
Congratulations for getting this far in your quest to enrich your life! Calling me (or any therapist) can be another challenging step. I offer a FREE 30-minute session to help you find the best person to assist you. My Therapeutic Approach revolves around you and your goals. My training supports our collaboration for your success attaining the life you want and deserve drawing on Family Systems Theory, Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM), EMDR, Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), Voice Dialogue, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Neuro-Linguistic Processing (NLP), and Motivational Interviewing (MI), all within a holistic approach.
(206) 350-9746 View (206) 350-9746
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Bre-Ann Dunlap
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98311  (Online Only)
The primary focus of my work is with: Teens and adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Families, in supporting them to address intergenerational trauma and navigating challenges impacting the family unit. And couples, uncovering and addressing challenges that are negatively impacting their relationship.
The primary focus of my work is with: Teens and adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Families, in supporting them to address intergenerational trauma and navigating challenges impacting the family unit. And couples, uncovering and addressing challenges that are negatively impacting their relationship.
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Peninsula Psychological Center, Inc., P.S.
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98310
Life presents many challenges. Our 23 licensed clinical psychologists, social workers, marriage & family therapists and mental health counselors at Peninsula Psychological Center, Inc., P.S. are ready to assist you. We work with people from age 3-90, with experienced therapists in our multispecialty center, helping our clients and their families to clarify their specific concerns and to achieve their goals in therapy. We often help people with depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, panic, grief, insomnia & relationship problems. Individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, and psychological assessment services are available.
Life presents many challenges. Our 23 licensed clinical psychologists, social workers, marriage & family therapists and mental health counselors at Peninsula Psychological Center, Inc., P.S. are ready to assist you. We work with people from age 3-90, with experienced therapists in our multispecialty center, helping our clients and their families to clarify their specific concerns and to achieve their goals in therapy. We often help people with depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, panic, grief, insomnia & relationship problems. Individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, and psychological assessment services are available.
(360) 200-5865 View (360) 200-5865
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Mark Lins
Counselor, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98310
Mark’s first love has always been in practice with family and individual counseling. After managing, he decided to enter into private practice, currently with the Mindful Therapy Group. Mark provides individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy services to people with a variety of mental and emotional difficulties including depression, anxiety, attention deficit, multiple personality, anti-social and other personality issues. Mark has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults from different backgrounds, cultures, and unique circumstances.
Mark’s first love has always been in practice with family and individual counseling. After managing, he decided to enter into private practice, currently with the Mindful Therapy Group. Mark provides individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy services to people with a variety of mental and emotional difficulties including depression, anxiety, attention deficit, multiple personality, anti-social and other personality issues. Mark has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults from different backgrounds, cultures, and unique circumstances.
(206) 594-3515 View (206) 594-3515
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Robynn Frey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98311
I have worked for many years with a variety of needs including Crisis Family Intervention and Family Preservation.
Life can be hard! Having someone who listens and cares during a difficult time can make all the difference. My commitment to you is to build a strong relationship while offering the tools needed to meet your individual or family goals. I offer a client-centered, solution-focused approach to help guide you and support your needs. With strategies and approaches appropriate for all ages, I offer a non judgmental and safe environment, to help you/or your family achieve your goals. It would be an honor to be a support on your way to a healthy and rewarding journey!
I have worked for many years with a variety of needs including Crisis Family Intervention and Family Preservation.
Life can be hard! Having someone who listens and cares during a difficult time can make all the difference. My commitment to you is to build a strong relationship while offering the tools needed to meet your individual or family goals. I offer a client-centered, solution-focused approach to help guide you and support your needs. With strategies and approaches appropriate for all ages, I offer a non judgmental and safe environment, to help you/or your family achieve your goals. It would be an honor to be a support on your way to a healthy and rewarding journey!
(360) 526-8377 View (360) 526-8377
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Leanne M Perez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98310
Are you looking for someone who can help you understand the challenges you are facing in your life? Do you want someone who truly listens to you? Artistic Affirmations Counseling offers a unique combination of looking at family relations and implementing creative modalities to help you reach self enlightenment. I have worked extensively with children, adolescents, adults, families and the LGBTQ community. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with professional training in art therapy. I combine many theoretical approaches to fit your needs to maximize your journey towards a greater insight into your own well-being.
Are you looking for someone who can help you understand the challenges you are facing in your life? Do you want someone who truly listens to you? Artistic Affirmations Counseling offers a unique combination of looking at family relations and implementing creative modalities to help you reach self enlightenment. I have worked extensively with children, adolescents, adults, families and the LGBTQ community. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with professional training in art therapy. I combine many theoretical approaches to fit your needs to maximize your journey towards a greater insight into your own well-being.
(253) 218-4848 View (253) 218-4848
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Christine Havens
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98310  (Online Only)
For 28 years, I've worked with clients to support healing around trauma, marriage/partnering, sexuality, grief, depression/anxiety, addictions. Using Somatic Experiencing, family of origin, meditation/movement work, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and Internal Family Systems, I work with clients to help them develop a deeper sense of self, to face life's inevitable challenges with clarity and resources. Clients can repair their marriages/partnerships. Emphasized is the capacity to stay emotionally present, to attune, differentiate, have healthy boundaries, practice dual awareness and have clarity about attachment issues.
For 28 years, I've worked with clients to support healing around trauma, marriage/partnering, sexuality, grief, depression/anxiety, addictions. Using Somatic Experiencing, family of origin, meditation/movement work, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and Internal Family Systems, I work with clients to help them develop a deeper sense of self, to face life's inevitable challenges with clarity and resources. Clients can repair their marriages/partnerships. Emphasized is the capacity to stay emotionally present, to attune, differentiate, have healthy boundaries, practice dual awareness and have clarity about attachment issues.
(206) 759-7147 View (206) 759-7147
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Victoria Tierney
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98310
Hello! During this uncertain time, I am taking new patients by phone and via Telemental Health video conferencing. You can explore the challenges affecting your daily life. I honor diversity and support you in determining your personal goals. Your needs are addressed in the safety of personal phone, video, or face-to-face sessions (when we can). We plan your treatment together by addressing your needs: anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, among other mental health challenges- along with family and/or relationship complications. I work with adults, teens, couples, parents, families. I look forward to meeting you.
Hello! During this uncertain time, I am taking new patients by phone and via Telemental Health video conferencing. You can explore the challenges affecting your daily life. I honor diversity and support you in determining your personal goals. Your needs are addressed in the safety of personal phone, video, or face-to-face sessions (when we can). We plan your treatment together by addressing your needs: anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, among other mental health challenges- along with family and/or relationship complications. I work with adults, teens, couples, parents, families. I look forward to meeting you.
(360) 523-7363 View (360) 523-7363
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Diane Heald Spengler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98310
If you are a woman in transition, or are feeling disheartened, depressed or stuck, I will give you assistance in identifying and uncovering your strengths, and recovering your joy of life! Or, if you are a member of a couple or family having difficulties, I will offer support and teach communication skills, which can deepen and enhance those relationships closest to you. It is often difficult to identify our stuck places and painful patterns. I have found that talking things through with someone with sound professional training and experience can offer new perspectives and life possibilities, allowing change to happen!
If you are a woman in transition, or are feeling disheartened, depressed or stuck, I will give you assistance in identifying and uncovering your strengths, and recovering your joy of life! Or, if you are a member of a couple or family having difficulties, I will offer support and teach communication skills, which can deepen and enhance those relationships closest to you. It is often difficult to identify our stuck places and painful patterns. I have found that talking things through with someone with sound professional training and experience can offer new perspectives and life possibilities, allowing change to happen!
(206) 823-3856 View (206) 823-3856
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Walter Jason Garre
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98310
Waitlist for new clients
Clients primarily request services with me to work on communication between partners and other members of their family systems. I am contracted to work in the capacity as an LMHC with Summit Health Management in Gig Harbor. Please contact (253) 858-7056 to schedule an intake. I am currently accepting new clients and will work with you in person or via telehealth at the Summit Health Management office in Gig Harbor, WA. In addition, I also utilize games such as Dungeons and Dragons with families, kids and teens, to roleplay therapeutic scenarios out in a safe environment (I also run a weekly social skills teen group on Thursdays).
Clients primarily request services with me to work on communication between partners and other members of their family systems. I am contracted to work in the capacity as an LMHC with Summit Health Management in Gig Harbor. Please contact (253) 858-7056 to schedule an intake. I am currently accepting new clients and will work with you in person or via telehealth at the Summit Health Management office in Gig Harbor, WA. In addition, I also utilize games such as Dungeons and Dragons with families, kids and teens, to roleplay therapeutic scenarios out in a safe environment (I also run a weekly social skills teen group on Thursdays).
(253) 265-4049 View (253) 265-4049
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Jessica Wambold-Ernst
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98310
I’m a licensed psychotherapist with over 17 years experience working with humans of all ages in group and individual settings. I specialize in traumatic bereavement, grief , trauma , ADHD and anxiety. I have a family systems, and emotionally focused way of looking at things but I utilize many modalities. I try to incorporate compassion, nature, and energy psychology into my practice. I encourage my clients to trust their intuition and help guide you to find your true authentic self while encouraging self care. Finding balance in ones life can take help. Please contact me with any questions or inquiries to see if we’d be a good fit.
I’m a licensed psychotherapist with over 17 years experience working with humans of all ages in group and individual settings. I specialize in traumatic bereavement, grief , trauma , ADHD and anxiety. I have a family systems, and emotionally focused way of looking at things but I utilize many modalities. I try to incorporate compassion, nature, and energy psychology into my practice. I encourage my clients to trust their intuition and help guide you to find your true authentic self while encouraging self care. Finding balance in ones life can take help. Please contact me with any questions or inquiries to see if we’d be a good fit.
(206) 385-3844 View (206) 385-3844
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Maribel Aheran
Counselor, EdD, LCP, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98312
Working on improving your mental health and addressing aspects of your life that affect your level of functioning at work, school, family, and relationships, is a big step, but is also a step further to becoming the best version of yourself! "I will be honored to be part of your emotional growth!" Call.
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Maribel Aheran Ed.D, LMHC-QS, NCC, MCAP is a bilingual (English & Spanish) licensed clinical mental health counselor with over 12 years of experience treating children, adolescents, college students, and adults. She completed a bachelor's degree in education from Caribbean University, a master's degree in English for speakers of other languages from Turabo University, a master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University, and a doctorate degree in education from Edgewood College.
Working on improving your mental health and addressing aspects of your life that affect your level of functioning at work, school, family, and relationships, is a big step, but is also a step further to becoming the best version of yourself! "I will be honored to be part of your emotional growth!" Call.
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Maribel Aheran Ed.D, LMHC-QS, NCC, MCAP is a bilingual (English & Spanish) licensed clinical mental health counselor with over 12 years of experience treating children, adolescents, college students, and adults. She completed a bachelor's degree in education from Caribbean University, a master's degree in English for speakers of other languages from Turabo University, a master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University, and a doctorate degree in education from Edgewood College.
(360) 968-6435 View (360) 968-6435

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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.