Family Therapy in Marina, San Diego, CA

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Tara Olivia D'Mello Kamath
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Marina, San Diego, CA 92101
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults and families utilizing evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT), Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, Emotion-Focused therapy and Narrative Therapy.
I believe we all come into this life with trauma, whether it was inherited from ancestors or past generations or personally experienced in our lives, big or little T, none of us are exempt. This trauma tends to subconsciously inform our lives through our conditioned beliefs, patterns and behaviors. We all have a purpose, big or small and we all have the ability to heal our past traumas and live a conscious, fulfilled and purposeful life. My purpose is to help, guide and support others along their own healing journeys.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults and families utilizing evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT), Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, Emotion-Focused therapy and Narrative Therapy.
I believe we all come into this life with trauma, whether it was inherited from ancestors or past generations or personally experienced in our lives, big or little T, none of us are exempt. This trauma tends to subconsciously inform our lives through our conditioned beliefs, patterns and behaviors. We all have a purpose, big or small and we all have the ability to heal our past traumas and live a conscious, fulfilled and purposeful life. My purpose is to help, guide and support others along their own healing journeys.
(619) 639-9465 View (619) 639-9465
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Mártir Therapy – Helping Families, Couples, Adults
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, AAMFT, 98858
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marina, San Diego, CA 92101
Are you or your family having a difficult time? Have you been affected by sexual assault or community- level violence? Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unable to move forward in your life or your relationships? Anxiety, marital problems, family conflict, relationship difficulties, depression, and other emotional challenges can be the result of abuse or violence that you or your family experienced. In therapy, we will build towards empowerment, meaning, and identity so that you can achieve your goals. You can function better at work and at home. Contact me via phone, text, or email. I am looking forward to helping!
Are you or your family having a difficult time? Have you been affected by sexual assault or community- level violence? Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unable to move forward in your life or your relationships? Anxiety, marital problems, family conflict, relationship difficulties, depression, and other emotional challenges can be the result of abuse or violence that you or your family experienced. In therapy, we will build towards empowerment, meaning, and identity so that you can achieve your goals. You can function better at work and at home. Contact me via phone, text, or email. I am looking forward to helping!
(858) 751-4392 View (858) 751-4392
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Drug Rehabs Carlsbad | Drug Rehabs San Diego
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC l
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marina, San Diego, CA 92101
Inpatient drug rehabs Carlsbad and drug rehabs San Diego for inpatient substance abuse medical care accepting most insurances like TRICARE. This inpatient drug rehabs San Diego alcohol addiction treatment centers with alcohol and drug detox centers in Escondido, California. HGR drug rehabs has a full continuum of care. We are evidence based and connect our clients to 12-step teachings. Credentialed and experience therapists provide individual and group counseling. The drug rehabs Carlsbad protocol includes family engagement in the process. If you are looking for inpatient drug rehabs California or in Escondido, CA give us a call.
Inpatient drug rehabs Carlsbad and drug rehabs San Diego for inpatient substance abuse medical care accepting most insurances like TRICARE. This inpatient drug rehabs San Diego alcohol addiction treatment centers with alcohol and drug detox centers in Escondido, California. HGR drug rehabs has a full continuum of care. We are evidence based and connect our clients to 12-step teachings. Credentialed and experience therapists provide individual and group counseling. The drug rehabs Carlsbad protocol includes family engagement in the process. If you are looking for inpatient drug rehabs California or in Escondido, CA give us a call.
(442) 245-8034 View (442) 245-8034
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Teresa Peterson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Marina, San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
Many of my client's present challenges (anxiety, compulsions, isolation, harmful relationship dynamics, etc.) were adaptive at one time but are no longer working for them in the present. I work with adults struggling with obsessive compulsive disorder, disordered eating/body image issues, anxiety/depression, relationship issues, grief, and trauma. I'm here to collaborate with you on your path to developing necessary insights and skills to live a life that is aligned with your needs, hopes, and values.
Many of my client's present challenges (anxiety, compulsions, isolation, harmful relationship dynamics, etc.) were adaptive at one time but are no longer working for them in the present. I work with adults struggling with obsessive compulsive disorder, disordered eating/body image issues, anxiety/depression, relationship issues, grief, and trauma. I'm here to collaborate with you on your path to developing necessary insights and skills to live a life that is aligned with your needs, hopes, and values.
(858) 365-9111 View (858) 365-9111
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Stacie Papineau
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LPCC, SEP
Verified Verified
Marina, San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
Is your inner critic getting you down or in the way? That's exhausting and can get in the way of feeling like you can't be yourself or fully understood in your relationships. Struggling with intimacy, sexual dysfunction or relationship concerns? Sex and intimacy can be difficult to discuss and can result in patterns of pressure and rejection. Are you looking to improve your sex life or another sexual issue? Individual or couple's therapy are both options to discuss sexuality and relationship issues.
Is your inner critic getting you down or in the way? That's exhausting and can get in the way of feeling like you can't be yourself or fully understood in your relationships. Struggling with intimacy, sexual dysfunction or relationship concerns? Sex and intimacy can be difficult to discuss and can result in patterns of pressure and rejection. Are you looking to improve your sex life or another sexual issue? Individual or couple's therapy are both options to discuss sexuality and relationship issues.
(619) 329-8147 View (619) 329-8147
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Emily Walton
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Marina, San Diego, CA 92101
Welcome to Whole Integration Therapy! I'm Emily Walton, and I am a Licensed Clinicial Professional Counselor (LPCC). I work from a Relational approach to understand how your past is impacting your present. Working together, we can try new ways of relating in a safe and confidential space. While it is beneficial to work beyond the past, we must first know what we are working with. Once known, we move into targeted skills that focus on boundary development, interpersonal skills, communication, challenging unhelpful thoughts, self esteem/self concept/self identity, secure attachment within the therapeutic relationship.
Welcome to Whole Integration Therapy! I'm Emily Walton, and I am a Licensed Clinicial Professional Counselor (LPCC). I work from a Relational approach to understand how your past is impacting your present. Working together, we can try new ways of relating in a safe and confidential space. While it is beneficial to work beyond the past, we must first know what we are working with. Once known, we move into targeted skills that focus on boundary development, interpersonal skills, communication, challenging unhelpful thoughts, self esteem/self concept/self identity, secure attachment within the therapeutic relationship.
(619) 314-8621 View (619) 314-8621
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Stacy Kim Johnston
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Marina, San Diego, CA 92101
I work well with people who are seeking improvement on the following issues: relationship issues whether it be husband-wife, cohabitants, mother-daughter/son, father-son/daughter, co-parenting, or divorce mediation. I also have experience with substance abuse issues and dual diagnosis as well as co-dependency. Self-esteem is often a struggle with many teens and young women and this is another area of expertise. Anger issues are commonly found in men and this too is an area in which I can offer professional help. I welcome you to contact me to see if we are a good fit.
I work well with people who are seeking improvement on the following issues: relationship issues whether it be husband-wife, cohabitants, mother-daughter/son, father-son/daughter, co-parenting, or divorce mediation. I also have experience with substance abuse issues and dual diagnosis as well as co-dependency. Self-esteem is often a struggle with many teens and young women and this is another area of expertise. Anger issues are commonly found in men and this too is an area in which I can offer professional help. I welcome you to contact me to see if we are a good fit.
(619) 778-7215 View (619) 778-7215
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Anna Senger
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
Marina, San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm so glad you're here! I fully believe it's okay not to be okay and I'm here to support you through any challenges you might be experiencing. I'm here to discuss anything that's on your mind in session (without judgment!) and will help you explore new perspectives you may not have considered. Please reach out to schedule a free phone consult to see if we'd be a good fit. I can't wait to meet you and support you on your journey.
Hi, I'm so glad you're here! I fully believe it's okay not to be okay and I'm here to support you through any challenges you might be experiencing. I'm here to discuss anything that's on your mind in session (without judgment!) and will help you explore new perspectives you may not have considered. Please reach out to schedule a free phone consult to see if we'd be a good fit. I can't wait to meet you and support you on your journey.
(619) 485-6315 View (619) 485-6315
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Elijah Monsivais
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marina, San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
I like to provided a relaxed atmosphere where we can explore your life story, find your strengths, direction and start helping you to heal. I have had the opportunity to work with people of all ages from older adults to teens and children as small as 3 years old with variety of experiences from life changes, anxiety/ depression, families, behavior issues, lgbtq issues, careers, biploar, schizoaffective, psychosis and more.
I like to provided a relaxed atmosphere where we can explore your life story, find your strengths, direction and start helping you to heal. I have had the opportunity to work with people of all ages from older adults to teens and children as small as 3 years old with variety of experiences from life changes, anxiety/ depression, families, behavior issues, lgbtq issues, careers, biploar, schizoaffective, psychosis and more.
(210) 672-1151 View (210) 672-1151
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Gerald B. Chambers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Marina, San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
Relationships are as important to us as food and water. They can strengthen us, like a vitamin, or weaken us, like the flu. You are only as good in relationships as the relationships you have been in. As your therapist, I can assist you in many ways. I can help you learn more about yourself, increase both self-compassion and compassion for others, and heal past trauma. Together, we can explore how to feel more connected to yourself, your values, and people you care about.
Relationships are as important to us as food and water. They can strengthen us, like a vitamin, or weaken us, like the flu. You are only as good in relationships as the relationships you have been in. As your therapist, I can assist you in many ways. I can help you learn more about yourself, increase both self-compassion and compassion for others, and heal past trauma. Together, we can explore how to feel more connected to yourself, your values, and people you care about.
(510) 756-4880 View (510) 756-4880
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Rachel Gersten
LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marina, San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
If you're looking to live your best life and need a safe place to work through life's challenges, I can help! I support people with anxiety, self esteem struggles, interpersonal or relationship issues, life transitions, career difficulties, managing stress, feeling "stuck", health concerns, and/or depression. I also work with all types of partnerships and commitments (romantic or otherwise) on a range of concerns. Therapy doesn't have to wait for a crisis. It can just be a space to process daily events. Being a person is hard sometimes!
If you're looking to live your best life and need a safe place to work through life's challenges, I can help! I support people with anxiety, self esteem struggles, interpersonal or relationship issues, life transitions, career difficulties, managing stress, feeling "stuck", health concerns, and/or depression. I also work with all types of partnerships and commitments (romantic or otherwise) on a range of concerns. Therapy doesn't have to wait for a crisis. It can just be a space to process daily events. Being a person is hard sometimes!
(646) 492-8642 View (646) 492-8642
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Dr. Sadaf @ Mental Wealth Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Marina, San Diego, CA 92101
Here is the thing... Life is REALLY hard. The truth is that our mental health was never intended to maintain itself. It is not a self-tuning machine. How can we expect our complex mental and emotional systems to stay in tip-top shape without attention or care? Not possible. As long as we are living and breathing humans on this earth, preservation of mental and emotional health will be as detrimental to our survival as our physical health. I believe therapy is for anyone who wants to heal or improve those mental and emotional systems. If you want to live, love, think, and feel better... this is where it starts.
Here is the thing... Life is REALLY hard. The truth is that our mental health was never intended to maintain itself. It is not a self-tuning machine. How can we expect our complex mental and emotional systems to stay in tip-top shape without attention or care? Not possible. As long as we are living and breathing humans on this earth, preservation of mental and emotional health will be as detrimental to our survival as our physical health. I believe therapy is for anyone who wants to heal or improve those mental and emotional systems. If you want to live, love, think, and feel better... this is where it starts.
(949) 570-4584 View (949) 570-4584
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HGR Inpatient Drug Rehabs San Diego near Escondido
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC ll
Verified Verified
Marina, San Diego, CA 92101
Inpatient drug rehabs San Diego and drug rehabs Escondido, California helps individuals suffering from drug and alcohol abuse. Our Inpatient, outpatient, IOP drug and addiction treatment centers in San Diego accept most health insurances. Finding the best drug rehabs in San Diego can be difficult. We services many of the surrounding areas in California. If you or a loved suffer from addiction issues long-term recovery is possible. Most addiction comes with co-occurring disorders. Left untreated drastically increases the chances for relapse. We provide relapse prevention techniques. Call our drug and alcohol addiction centers.
Inpatient drug rehabs San Diego and drug rehabs Escondido, California helps individuals suffering from drug and alcohol abuse. Our Inpatient, outpatient, IOP drug and addiction treatment centers in San Diego accept most health insurances. Finding the best drug rehabs in San Diego can be difficult. We services many of the surrounding areas in California. If you or a loved suffer from addiction issues long-term recovery is possible. Most addiction comes with co-occurring disorders. Left untreated drastically increases the chances for relapse. We provide relapse prevention techniques. Call our drug and alcohol addiction centers.
(619) 383-1983 View (619) 383-1983

Online Therapists

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Eran Montiel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92110
My goal is to assist you in working through issues that negatively affect you in your daily life. I have experience working with relationship and family issues, sexual addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse/addiction, lack of motivation, and suicidal thoughts. I work with teens and adults in individual, couples, family, and groups.
My goal is to assist you in working through issues that negatively affect you in your daily life. I have experience working with relationship and family issues, sexual addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse/addiction, lack of motivation, and suicidal thoughts. I work with teens and adults in individual, couples, family, and groups.
(760) 981-0860 View (760) 981-0860
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New Life Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
New Life Counseling Center is a progressive and inclusive Christian counseling center in Mission Valley offering individual, couples, family and premarital counseling. Our therapists consist of both licensed Psychologists and Marriage & Family Therapists in addition to qualified Marriage & Family Therapist interns. Some of our therapists also have degrees from seminaries and some are ordained pastors. In addition to Christian counseling, we also see clients who have no religious or spiritual affiliation. We try and make NLCC a resource where anyone can seek support and find solutions to the issues they want addressed in a safe, comfortable and warm environment.
New Life Counseling Center is a progressive and inclusive Christian counseling center in Mission Valley offering individual, couples, family and premarital counseling. Our therapists consist of both licensed Psychologists and Marriage & Family Therapists in addition to qualified Marriage & Family Therapist interns. Some of our therapists also have degrees from seminaries and some are ordained pastors. In addition to Christian counseling, we also see clients who have no religious or spiritual affiliation. We try and make NLCC a resource where anyone can seek support and find solutions to the issues they want addressed in a safe, comfortable and warm environment.
(619) 432-6720 View (619) 432-6720
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Center For Educational Therapy
Counselor, MA, ETP
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
I am also an Educational Therapist working in various schools and clinics. I work with children, adolescents, and parents and all the professionals that orbit their lives. School Anxiety is a particular area of interest. The colleagues I work with support the multi-diciplinary approach to treating the whole child. Professionals I work with have specialties not limited to speech, language, vision, psychiatry, family counseling, parenting, neurodevelopment, teaching, play and more. As an Educational Therapist I offer children and adults with learning disabilities and other learning challenges a wide range of intensive, individualized interventions designed to remediate learning problems.
I am also an Educational Therapist working in various schools and clinics. I work with children, adolescents, and parents and all the professionals that orbit their lives. School Anxiety is a particular area of interest. The colleagues I work with support the multi-diciplinary approach to treating the whole child. Professionals I work with have specialties not limited to speech, language, vision, psychiatry, family counseling, parenting, neurodevelopment, teaching, play and more. As an Educational Therapist I offer children and adults with learning disabilities and other learning challenges a wide range of intensive, individualized interventions designed to remediate learning problems.
(442) 233-3215 View (442) 233-3215
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GameChanger Therapy and Consulting
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92119  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Kim Swain. I strive to be a culturally competent person and clinician. I believe the first step to making progress in therapy, is making sure that we develop a collaborative approach. I gear treatment toward emphasizing your strengths and solutions, beginning with assessing readiness and motivation. My therapy approach is rooted in Family Systems, Narrative and Structural therapies with various interventions to ensure care is tailored to you. To foster a greater self-awareness, self-esteem, growth, independence and the development of new skills that can be practiced between therapy sessions, as well as lifelong.
Hello, my name is Kim Swain. I strive to be a culturally competent person and clinician. I believe the first step to making progress in therapy, is making sure that we develop a collaborative approach. I gear treatment toward emphasizing your strengths and solutions, beginning with assessing readiness and motivation. My therapy approach is rooted in Family Systems, Narrative and Structural therapies with various interventions to ensure care is tailored to you. To foster a greater self-awareness, self-esteem, growth, independence and the development of new skills that can be practiced between therapy sessions, as well as lifelong.
(619) 759-7454 View (619) 759-7454
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John Brandeis Boesky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92116
My specialties include individual psychotherapy, marriage and family therapy, NLP, IFS ( Internal Family Systems), Hypnotherapy, Sports Performance Coaching, and Group Therapy.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Master NLP Practitioner, IFS Practitioner, Dharma Life Coach, and Sports Psychology Consultant, I LOVE my profession; my work is my passion! I feel deeply fulfilled when my support and guidance empowers my clients to achieve their goals and desired outcomes. I offer my clients my engaged presence, insights, intuition, knowledge, transformative tools and techniques, and resources to generate lots of momentum as they endeavor to grow and live their best lives. So if you’re seeking out a seasoned guide with a warm lantern to walk beside you on your heroic journey, please give me a call!!
My specialties include individual psychotherapy, marriage and family therapy, NLP, IFS ( Internal Family Systems), Hypnotherapy, Sports Performance Coaching, and Group Therapy.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Master NLP Practitioner, IFS Practitioner, Dharma Life Coach, and Sports Psychology Consultant, I LOVE my profession; my work is my passion! I feel deeply fulfilled when my support and guidance empowers my clients to achieve their goals and desired outcomes. I offer my clients my engaged presence, insights, intuition, knowledge, transformative tools and techniques, and resources to generate lots of momentum as they endeavor to grow and live their best lives. So if you’re seeking out a seasoned guide with a warm lantern to walk beside you on your heroic journey, please give me a call!!
(619) 378-4512 View (619) 378-4512
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Jennifer Kuchler
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92111
My areas of focus are trauma, anxiety, grief, behavioral issues, anger management, social skills, self-esteem, family dynamics, personal growth, high-stress environments, adoption, and medical patient/caregiver support.
My goal in sessions is for clients to feel self-aware, empowered, and grounded in who they are to better connect with the person they want to become. This therapeutic approach can help address anxiety symptoms, lack of identity, pressured performance, depression, and lack of communication skills. I, Jennifer Kuchler LMFT 138153, am committed to creating an environment for clients to feel safe and comfortable to open up about difficult topics.
My areas of focus are trauma, anxiety, grief, behavioral issues, anger management, social skills, self-esteem, family dynamics, personal growth, high-stress environments, adoption, and medical patient/caregiver support.
My goal in sessions is for clients to feel self-aware, empowered, and grounded in who they are to better connect with the person they want to become. This therapeutic approach can help address anxiety symptoms, lack of identity, pressured performance, depression, and lack of communication skills. I, Jennifer Kuchler LMFT 138153, am committed to creating an environment for clients to feel safe and comfortable to open up about difficult topics.
(714) 463-1894 View (714) 463-1894
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Tess Owens
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103
Qualified to provide individual and family therapy. I have gained an in-depth understanding and passion for relational and family systems, trauma-informed care and experiential interventions. I am an empathic and insightful therapist with a talent for empowering clients towards positive growth. I have a successful history of achievement in academic, training and work experiences. Trained in assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and providing psychotherapy to adults & adolescents with a wide variety of presenting problems including, depression, anxiety, trauma, dual diagnosis, self esteem, identity, relapse and addiction.
Qualified to provide individual and family therapy. I have gained an in-depth understanding and passion for relational and family systems, trauma-informed care and experiential interventions. I am an empathic and insightful therapist with a talent for empowering clients towards positive growth. I have a successful history of achievement in academic, training and work experiences. Trained in assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and providing psychotherapy to adults & adolescents with a wide variety of presenting problems including, depression, anxiety, trauma, dual diagnosis, self esteem, identity, relapse and addiction.
(619) 431-4106 View (619) 431-4106

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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.