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Sophie Halma
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66206
We all experience challenges in life that leave us with baggage, causing us to question why we are a certain way. Maybe you are ready to address the issues that are holding you back in relationships or at work. In my therapeutic relationships, I provide compassion, support and a bit of humor so clients can feel comfortable being exactly who they are and grow to authentically thrive. My clinical approach utilizes interventions from ACT and Internal Family Systems. I also use techniques from the Gottman Method for couples with tangible tools to strengthen relationships, manage conflict, and cultivate shared dreams.
We all experience challenges in life that leave us with baggage, causing us to question why we are a certain way. Maybe you are ready to address the issues that are holding you back in relationships or at work. In my therapeutic relationships, I provide compassion, support and a bit of humor so clients can feel comfortable being exactly who they are and grow to authentically thrive. My clinical approach utilizes interventions from ACT and Internal Family Systems. I also use techniques from the Gottman Method for couples with tangible tools to strengthen relationships, manage conflict, and cultivate shared dreams.
(913) 372-3746 View (913) 372-3746
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Amy Elizabeth Schmidt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66207
I can help with marital/couple's issues, family disruption, adjustment disorders and individual needs such as depression and anxiety.
I believe emotional balance and connection are the keys to healing and wellbeing. Sometimes, we can feel stuck or lost and I'm here to provide a supportive space to work through life's difficulties. Seeing a therapist does not mean you are broken, it means that you value living a life where you can flourish.
I can help with marital/couple's issues, family disruption, adjustment disorders and individual needs such as depression and anxiety.
I believe emotional balance and connection are the keys to healing and wellbeing. Sometimes, we can feel stuck or lost and I'm here to provide a supportive space to work through life's difficulties. Seeing a therapist does not mean you are broken, it means that you value living a life where you can flourish.
(913) 444-6868 View (913) 444-6868
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Valerie Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66212
Struggling with life stressors or feeling overwhelmed with your child's behavioral/emotional concerns? I specialize in helping children and adults dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD or other behavioral or emotional concerns as well as family therapy, parenting guidance and couples counseling. My role as a therapist is to be a guide in assisting you with determining natural resources and further educate other strategies to help you with the change you want in your life. I have worked in a variety of mental health settings in the past 25 years and in outpatient/private practice for the past 13 years.
Struggling with life stressors or feeling overwhelmed with your child's behavioral/emotional concerns? I specialize in helping children and adults dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD or other behavioral or emotional concerns as well as family therapy, parenting guidance and couples counseling. My role as a therapist is to be a guide in assisting you with determining natural resources and further educate other strategies to help you with the change you want in your life. I have worked in a variety of mental health settings in the past 25 years and in outpatient/private practice for the past 13 years.
(913) 800-4487 View (913) 800-4487
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London Orr-Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT, LMAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66212
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* London is experienced in working with families, couples, and individuals. She is a Marriage and Family Therapist who primarily works with both individuals and couples. London has worked in the mental health field since 2017 providing compassionate care to clients in diverse environments such as adolescent psychiatric facilities, community mental health centers, residential and outpatient substance abuse treatment facilities, and private practice. London has a compassionate approach and works to create a space where all her clients feel safe to grow and challenge themselves.
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* London is experienced in working with families, couples, and individuals. She is a Marriage and Family Therapist who primarily works with both individuals and couples. London has worked in the mental health field since 2017 providing compassionate care to clients in diverse environments such as adolescent psychiatric facilities, community mental health centers, residential and outpatient substance abuse treatment facilities, and private practice. London has a compassionate approach and works to create a space where all her clients feel safe to grow and challenge themselves.
(913) 349-6230 View (913) 349-6230
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Mary A Vanderman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66210
I assist clients in working through a variety of challenges, including: Parenting, family, and relationship issues; Marital distress, infidelity, and relationship dissatisfaction; Building friendships and social connections; Anxiety, phobia, obsessive-compulsive, post-traumatic stress and depressive disorders; Grief and loss; Chronic pain, and Insomnia.
*** I am currently offering teletherapy sessions via an easy to use, secure video-chat interface *** Most insurance plans cover teletherapy the same as in-person! *** I believe in a holistic counseling approach that includes treating the mind, body, and spirit. My approach is to work with clients to foster healthy relationships and overcome the barriers that exist to creating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Over the course of my career, I am honored to have helped thousands of clients overcome emotional, relational, and behavioral difficulties and make positive and lasting life changes.
I assist clients in working through a variety of challenges, including: Parenting, family, and relationship issues; Marital distress, infidelity, and relationship dissatisfaction; Building friendships and social connections; Anxiety, phobia, obsessive-compulsive, post-traumatic stress and depressive disorders; Grief and loss; Chronic pain, and Insomnia.
*** I am currently offering teletherapy sessions via an easy to use, secure video-chat interface *** Most insurance plans cover teletherapy the same as in-person! *** I believe in a holistic counseling approach that includes treating the mind, body, and spirit. My approach is to work with clients to foster healthy relationships and overcome the barriers that exist to creating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Over the course of my career, I am honored to have helped thousands of clients overcome emotional, relational, and behavioral difficulties and make positive and lasting life changes.
(913) 220-2450 View (913) 220-2450
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DeAnn Fleming
Counselor, MS, LCPC, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66210
I also see couples using Emotion Focused Therapy and principles of Internal Family Systems.
Are you feeling stuck? Has stress, depression, or anxiety, taken over your life? Are you struggling in your relationships, at work, or feeling negative towards yourself? Have you tried other therapists and struggled to find a good fit? I have special training with mood disorders, personality disorder diagnoses and anxiety. I can also help with management of shock trauma and/or childhood trauma including trauma bonding, sexual assault, addiction and pervasive feelings of self hate. Lets connect! I am here to help. Lets connect!
I also see couples using Emotion Focused Therapy and principles of Internal Family Systems.
Are you feeling stuck? Has stress, depression, or anxiety, taken over your life? Are you struggling in your relationships, at work, or feeling negative towards yourself? Have you tried other therapists and struggled to find a good fit? I have special training with mood disorders, personality disorder diagnoses and anxiety. I can also help with management of shock trauma and/or childhood trauma including trauma bonding, sexual assault, addiction and pervasive feelings of self hate. Lets connect! I am here to help. Lets connect!
(913) 423-2917 View (913) 423-2917
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Kallie Gettinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66221
Each child and family comes with their own unique life events.
As the owner of KMG Play Therapy, LLC I provide individual play-based services for children and families who have anger issues, school related challenges, social-emotional concerns, want to strengthen the parent-child relationship or have experienced trauma. I have spent the last 10 years specializing in early childhood (2-10 years old) techniques utilizing non-directive and directive play therapy techniques. I enjoy working with parents and caregivers, using Child Parent Relationship Therapy techniques and Theraplay techniques to strengthen and enrich the parent-child relationship.
Each child and family comes with their own unique life events.
As the owner of KMG Play Therapy, LLC I provide individual play-based services for children and families who have anger issues, school related challenges, social-emotional concerns, want to strengthen the parent-child relationship or have experienced trauma. I have spent the last 10 years specializing in early childhood (2-10 years old) techniques utilizing non-directive and directive play therapy techniques. I enjoy working with parents and caregivers, using Child Parent Relationship Therapy techniques and Theraplay techniques to strengthen and enrich the parent-child relationship.
(913) 675-2815 View (913) 675-2815
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The Well Counseling Center
Counselor, LCPC, RPT-S, LPC-S, NCC, TBRI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66209
Sascha is a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor and Family Therapist.
The Well Counseling Center is a professional mental health care practice serving the area with office, and/or Telehealth. We sincerely believe there is hope, no matter their situation. With an integrated approach, using psychological proven techniques and skills from a Christian foundation, we draw from a variety of methodologies to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. We tailor our skills and therapeutic interventions to meet our individual clients’ needs with love and understanding. Sascha is a advanced clinical supervising specialist for teen, child, marital, and online therapy.
Sascha is a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor and Family Therapist.
The Well Counseling Center is a professional mental health care practice serving the area with office, and/or Telehealth. We sincerely believe there is hope, no matter their situation. With an integrated approach, using psychological proven techniques and skills from a Christian foundation, we draw from a variety of methodologies to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. We tailor our skills and therapeutic interventions to meet our individual clients’ needs with love and understanding. Sascha is a advanced clinical supervising specialist for teen, child, marital, and online therapy.
(913) 285-8149 View (913) 285-8149
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Katie Holtz Valencia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, LCAC
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66210
I have years of experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, family conflict, addiction, and co-occurring disorders.
The journey towards healing can feel overwhelming or impossible, but with support and guidance, desired change and growth can be achieved. I believe an important part of therapy is creating a safe and open environment. I strive to build a strong trusting relationship so you are able to learn, grow, and be vulnerable in order to start the healing process.
I have years of experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, family conflict, addiction, and co-occurring disorders.
The journey towards healing can feel overwhelming or impossible, but with support and guidance, desired change and growth can be achieved. I believe an important part of therapy is creating a safe and open environment. I strive to build a strong trusting relationship so you are able to learn, grow, and be vulnerable in order to start the healing process.
(620) 603-0393 View (620) 603-0393
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Cindy Brennan
Counselor, LCPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66210
As a business owner and mom of 3, I understand the constant demands of life that can often leave us feeling overwhelmed. I work within the whole family system so whether you are a parent looking for support for your child or teen, a family in need of connection, or an adult looking for guidance, I am here to help. I have been a therapist for 14 years and love what I do! As a seasoned therapist, it is my passion to work with those who are struggling to keep up in this face paced world. I am knowledgeable about the continual new brain research that highlights the importance of creating a regulated nervous system.
As a business owner and mom of 3, I understand the constant demands of life that can often leave us feeling overwhelmed. I work within the whole family system so whether you are a parent looking for support for your child or teen, a family in need of connection, or an adult looking for guidance, I am here to help. I have been a therapist for 14 years and love what I do! As a seasoned therapist, it is my passion to work with those who are struggling to keep up in this face paced world. I am knowledgeable about the continual new brain research that highlights the importance of creating a regulated nervous system.
(913) 884-3227 View (913) 884-3227
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Jill Thorne
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66204
Through the years, most clients report benefitting from the work and refer their friends and family.
It is tough to pick a therapist. If you are looking for a focus on goals from a compassionate perspective, keep reading! I try to make therapy enjoyable as you discover how to function and feel your best. With kindness, I will challenge you. You will experience a consistent presence and professional, warm hearted boundaries. I focus on overall wellness, including health behaviors and utilizing spiritual/religious resources.
Through the years, most clients report benefitting from the work and refer their friends and family.
It is tough to pick a therapist. If you are looking for a focus on goals from a compassionate perspective, keep reading! I try to make therapy enjoyable as you discover how to function and feel your best. With kindness, I will challenge you. You will experience a consistent presence and professional, warm hearted boundaries. I focus on overall wellness, including health behaviors and utilizing spiritual/religious resources.
(913) 318-3402 View (913) 318-3402
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Bridget Jenner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66210
In addition to individual, couples and family therapy, I also provide child custody evaluations, parenting assessments and other court requested evaluations.
People go through hard times but you don't have to do it alone. Times of transition in your life or your loved one's lives can be challenging and can wreak havoc on you, your plans for your life and your family. With years of clinical experience devoted to helping families and individuals during times of change, as well as a slew of personal experience in the same, I am here to help you navigate the rough waters. We can come up with new solutions for you and/or your family. It doesn't have to be so hard!!
In addition to individual, couples and family therapy, I also provide child custody evaluations, parenting assessments and other court requested evaluations.
People go through hard times but you don't have to do it alone. Times of transition in your life or your loved one's lives can be challenging and can wreak havoc on you, your plans for your life and your family. With years of clinical experience devoted to helping families and individuals during times of change, as well as a slew of personal experience in the same, I am here to help you navigate the rough waters. We can come up with new solutions for you and/or your family. It doesn't have to be so hard!!
(913) 594-3504 View (913) 594-3504
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Mind Works LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66212
As a licensed professional counselor specializing in dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and mindfulness, I have had the honor of helping both adults and children navigate various concerns including depression, anxiety, anger management, self-esteem concerns, conflicts with family and peers, couples issues, personality disorders, trauma (PTSD), and grief.
We are all unique, multidimensional puzzle pieces trying to find where we fit. As such, we all have countless ways to define ourselves. However you choose to define yourself, I am here to help you throughout your journey. I know what it means to find everyday to be an uphill struggle, as my own journey had me move from my home in South Korea and endeavor to adapt to a new life in Kansas City. I have experienced the friction of adjusting to a new environment and the feeling of not belonging. I have also discovered for myself how to thrive in such an environment, and would like to help you learn how to thrive in your own environment.
As a licensed professional counselor specializing in dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and mindfulness, I have had the honor of helping both adults and children navigate various concerns including depression, anxiety, anger management, self-esteem concerns, conflicts with family and peers, couples issues, personality disorders, trauma (PTSD), and grief.
We are all unique, multidimensional puzzle pieces trying to find where we fit. As such, we all have countless ways to define ourselves. However you choose to define yourself, I am here to help you throughout your journey. I know what it means to find everyday to be an uphill struggle, as my own journey had me move from my home in South Korea and endeavor to adapt to a new life in Kansas City. I have experienced the friction of adjusting to a new environment and the feeling of not belonging. I have also discovered for myself how to thrive in such an environment, and would like to help you learn how to thrive in your own environment.
(913) 359-4306 View (913) 359-4306
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Julie Livingston
Counselor, MS, LCPC, RPT-S, CCHMC
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66211
I am also experienced in working with children, adolescents and parents engaged in high-conflict divorces and custody disputes and am able to provide play therapy, individual or family therapy or co-parenting therapy.
I have over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families in mental health and counseling settings. I am passionate about providing a therapeutic environment that is engaging, validating and focused on positive change. I utilize a variety of approaches to help individuals and families cope with challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting issues, adoption and attachment, ADHD, autism, loss and grief, trauma, school challenges and behavioral issues.
I am also experienced in working with children, adolescents and parents engaged in high-conflict divorces and custody disputes and am able to provide play therapy, individual or family therapy or co-parenting therapy.
I have over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families in mental health and counseling settings. I am passionate about providing a therapeutic environment that is engaging, validating and focused on positive change. I utilize a variety of approaches to help individuals and families cope with challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting issues, adoption and attachment, ADHD, autism, loss and grief, trauma, school challenges and behavioral issues.
(913) 225-8582 View (913) 225-8582
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Melinda King
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66210
I specialize in working with couples who are struggling with various relationship issues and I provide premarital, marital, and family counseling for couples and families.
We all go through times in which we may need to reach out and ask for support in working through the struggles and challenges brought on by life. I believe every person is unique with individual needs. My desire is to create a safe environment for my clients and to partner with each in an effort to work towards a happier and healthier life.
I specialize in working with couples who are struggling with various relationship issues and I provide premarital, marital, and family counseling for couples and families.
We all go through times in which we may need to reach out and ask for support in working through the struggles and challenges brought on by life. I believe every person is unique with individual needs. My desire is to create a safe environment for my clients and to partner with each in an effort to work towards a happier and healthier life.
(913) 358-5075 View (913) 358-5075
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Anna Koehler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66202
I do offer EMDR therapy and have a background working with couples counseling, family therapy, teenagers, as well as eating disorders.
My approach to counseling is to create a safe environment where we can join together in working through what you are struggling with. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling with a variety of personal and relational problems, and seek to restore hope, meaning, and connection. My hope is that through counseling you will feel more known and connected to yourself and to others.
I do offer EMDR therapy and have a background working with couples counseling, family therapy, teenagers, as well as eating disorders.
My approach to counseling is to create a safe environment where we can join together in working through what you are struggling with. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling with a variety of personal and relational problems, and seek to restore hope, meaning, and connection. My hope is that through counseling you will feel more known and connected to yourself and to others.
(913) 347-5780 View (913) 347-5780
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Kristen N. Herman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66202
Welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist that works exclusively with individuals and couples. I enjoy helping each client identify the core struggle, expand awareness, heal relationship issues, and discover new ways of connecting to your inner self and others. I strongly believe each client has the creativity and power within to self-generate and grow. I am here to help support and encourage you on this journey.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist that works exclusively with individuals and couples. I enjoy helping each client identify the core struggle, expand awareness, heal relationship issues, and discover new ways of connecting to your inner self and others. I strongly believe each client has the creativity and power within to self-generate and grow. I am here to help support and encourage you on this journey.
(620) 506-4754 View (620) 506-4754
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Jaimee Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66204
My clients benefit from a powerful combination of evidence-based technique and a nurturing presence to heal past wounds, process lingering effects of trauma, loss or abuse and can restore healthy relationships and experience a sense of wholeness. I am devoted to serving others through connection and warmth with non judgmental guidance. Through commitment to genuine acceptance and perceptive insight, I help identify the impact of life issues and a variety of mental health concerns. As a passionate and professional Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples and families. My approach emphasizes repair, rediscovery of choice and hope.
My clients benefit from a powerful combination of evidence-based technique and a nurturing presence to heal past wounds, process lingering effects of trauma, loss or abuse and can restore healthy relationships and experience a sense of wholeness. I am devoted to serving others through connection and warmth with non judgmental guidance. Through commitment to genuine acceptance and perceptive insight, I help identify the impact of life issues and a variety of mental health concerns. As a passionate and professional Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples and families. My approach emphasizes repair, rediscovery of choice and hope.
(913) 423-8141 View (913) 423-8141
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Casey Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66210
Those forms of therapy include but are not limited to Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Family Systems.
When the relationships in our lives don't seem to be functioning well, we can be left feeling anxious, depressed, unsatisfied, and lost. I provide a safe environment for you to process and discover the cycles that may be occurring in your relationships, and how you can make changes for more fulfilling ones. My counseling background includes working with adults who are dealing with marital/relationship conflict, parenting/co-parenting issues, divorce, sexuality, anxiety and depression. Also as a parent of a child on the Autism Spectrum, I am here to support other parents navigating the world of parenting a child on the spectrum.
Those forms of therapy include but are not limited to Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Family Systems.
When the relationships in our lives don't seem to be functioning well, we can be left feeling anxious, depressed, unsatisfied, and lost. I provide a safe environment for you to process and discover the cycles that may be occurring in your relationships, and how you can make changes for more fulfilling ones. My counseling background includes working with adults who are dealing with marital/relationship conflict, parenting/co-parenting issues, divorce, sexuality, anxiety and depression. Also as a parent of a child on the Autism Spectrum, I am here to support other parents navigating the world of parenting a child on the spectrum.
(913) 270-2879 View (913) 270-2879
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Heather Bedell
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66210
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, family conflict, or just not feeling like yourself anymore? Do negative emotions or memories seem to make unexpected appearances at the worst times? If these are things you are struggling with, I can help. I provide a safe and comfortable environment for you to work through difficult emotions. I can help you or your adolescent find ways to improve the important relationships in your life, including how you feel about yourself.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, family conflict, or just not feeling like yourself anymore? Do negative emotions or memories seem to make unexpected appearances at the worst times? If these are things you are struggling with, I can help. I provide a safe and comfortable environment for you to work through difficult emotions. I can help you or your adolescent find ways to improve the important relationships in your life, including how you feel about yourself.
(913) 543-4466 View (913) 543-4466

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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.