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Patricia Mai Michlik
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Houston, TX 77018  (Online Only)
Hello! I love collaborating with my clients to achieve their personal goals & develop creative strategies to cope with life's stressors. I have been an LPC for over 13 years, & worked with seniors, adults, teens, & children from any location in TX via teletherapy (video/phone) who struggle with depression, anxiety, life transitions, spirituality, relationship issues, stress/anger management, coping skills, family conflict, marital/premarital issues, cultural/ethnic issues, self-esteem, academic challenges, LGBTQ, Autism/ADHD, Emotional Disturbance & much more. Some therapeutic modalities I utilize include:
Hello! I love collaborating with my clients to achieve their personal goals & develop creative strategies to cope with life's stressors. I have been an LPC for over 13 years, & worked with seniors, adults, teens, & children from any location in TX via teletherapy (video/phone) who struggle with depression, anxiety, life transitions, spirituality, relationship issues, stress/anger management, coping skills, family conflict, marital/premarital issues, cultural/ethnic issues, self-esteem, academic challenges, LGBTQ, Autism/ADHD, Emotional Disturbance & much more. Some therapeutic modalities I utilize include:
(832) 772-2507 View (832) 772-2507
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Rosalia Vazquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Houston, TX 77077  (Online Only)
I understand living with vision loss, hearing impair, terminal illnesses, addictions, family conflicts, marital problems, and trauma.
Are you looking for a Spanish and English speaking psychotherapist ? Are you questioning: "Is counseling right for me?'' Are you looking for supervisor ? Maybe you are struggling with a difficult marriage, depression, grief, trauma, addiction or emotional pain. It is time to get help! Through self-awareness, and caring counseling, you might be able to find the peace that you deserve. Take a first step, call me Si quieres mejorar tu vida, llamame. Estoy aqqui para ayudrte a encontrar paz y tranquilidad.
I understand living with vision loss, hearing impair, terminal illnesses, addictions, family conflicts, marital problems, and trauma.
Are you looking for a Spanish and English speaking psychotherapist ? Are you questioning: "Is counseling right for me?'' Are you looking for supervisor ? Maybe you are struggling with a difficult marriage, depression, grief, trauma, addiction or emotional pain. It is time to get help! Through self-awareness, and caring counseling, you might be able to find the peace that you deserve. Take a first step, call me Si quieres mejorar tu vida, llamame. Estoy aqqui para ayudrte a encontrar paz y tranquilidad.
(713) 999-4441 View (713) 999-4441
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Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic
Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Downtown, Houston, TX 77002
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides comprehensive psychological evaluations and therapy to kids, teenagers, adults, and seniors. We provide trauma informed individual, couples, family, and group sessions including yoga, mindfulness sessions, and art therapy. We are trauma specialists in informed therapy. Our practice provides individual and group therapy services to survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and violent crimes. Our licensed and skilled team of therapists is devoted to providing quality services and our social justice team is committed to seeing you grow in the community.
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides comprehensive psychological evaluations and therapy to kids, teenagers, adults, and seniors. We provide trauma informed individual, couples, family, and group sessions including yoga, mindfulness sessions, and art therapy. We are trauma specialists in informed therapy. Our practice provides individual and group therapy services to survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and violent crimes. Our licensed and skilled team of therapists is devoted to providing quality services and our social justice team is committed to seeing you grow in the community.
(713) 820-6598 View (713) 820-6598
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Rebacca Chia
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Downtown, Houston, TX 77010  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate with a specialty in family systems.
I’ve enjoyed providing therapy to individuals, partners, and families across the lifespan. I will compassionately collaborate with you to explore beliefs and behaviors, sources of pain and resilience, and develop new ways of being so you can live in clarity and connection—with yourself and with others. Your background and context is important to me, and I hope to provide a therapeutic experience where all the parts of you can be known and supported.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate with a specialty in family systems.
I’ve enjoyed providing therapy to individuals, partners, and families across the lifespan. I will compassionately collaborate with you to explore beliefs and behaviors, sources of pain and resilience, and develop new ways of being so you can live in clarity and connection—with yourself and with others. Your background and context is important to me, and I hope to provide a therapeutic experience where all the parts of you can be known and supported.
(281) 369-9305 View (281) 369-9305
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Eykiena Crowley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Houston, TX 77002  (Online Only)
I specialize in anxiety, self-esteem, trauma,relationship issues,family conflicts, motivation, and coping with life changes.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress? Does anxiety leave you exhausted, consumed by worries about your relationships, your future or how others perceive you? Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task, but I'm here to offer you the support and guidance you need. I'm Eykiena "Keena" Crowley, and my mission is to help you reclaim your life from debilitating anxiety and self-doubt. I understand what it's like to feel stuck, frustrated, confused, rejected and alone. You deserve to work with someone you feel genuinely connected to and confident can truly make a difference in your life.
I specialize in anxiety, self-esteem, trauma,relationship issues,family conflicts, motivation, and coping with life changes.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress? Does anxiety leave you exhausted, consumed by worries about your relationships, your future or how others perceive you? Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task, but I'm here to offer you the support and guidance you need. I'm Eykiena "Keena" Crowley, and my mission is to help you reclaim your life from debilitating anxiety and self-doubt. I understand what it's like to feel stuck, frustrated, confused, rejected and alone. You deserve to work with someone you feel genuinely connected to and confident can truly make a difference in your life.
(832) 895-7458 View (832) 895-7458
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Halimah Adarra Hargett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Houston, TX 77002  (Online Only)
I use narrative therapy to address anger in women, conflict in family relationships, codependency, sexuality and setting boundaries.
We are all supposed to drink enough water, get enough sleep, exercise, save money, make money, work hard while having work/life balance, be a great spouse/parent/sibling/child, travel more...the list is endless. We are taught to engage life at a grueling and intense pace that is becoming increasingly difficult in the backdrop of a tumultuous world in crisis. I don't view mental health in a vacuum; sometimes depression and anxiety are appropriate and healthy responses to stressful and unprecedented life events. I teach solution-oriented skills to address feelings, to move through life in a healthy way that honors your humanity.
I use narrative therapy to address anger in women, conflict in family relationships, codependency, sexuality and setting boundaries.
We are all supposed to drink enough water, get enough sleep, exercise, save money, make money, work hard while having work/life balance, be a great spouse/parent/sibling/child, travel more...the list is endless. We are taught to engage life at a grueling and intense pace that is becoming increasingly difficult in the backdrop of a tumultuous world in crisis. I don't view mental health in a vacuum; sometimes depression and anxiety are appropriate and healthy responses to stressful and unprecedented life events. I teach solution-oriented skills to address feelings, to move through life in a healthy way that honors your humanity.
(346) 608-9725 x1001 View (346) 608-9725 x1001
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Tina Rix
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
Downtown, Houston, TX 77002  (Online Only)
Hello, I'm a Nigerian American, Sr. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas with 18 years of professional work experience. I treat music industry professionals and everyday people, who are survivors of Narcissistic Abuse, and other types of emotional and psychological abuse. I also treat clients with partners, siblings, work colleagues, and community leaders who exhibit many characteristics of narcissistic, borderline, histrionic, or antisocial (aka psychopathy) personality disorder traits. Other areas of treatment are listed on our website. I'm also a Therapist for Major Music Artists' World Tours & for the film industry.
Hello, I'm a Nigerian American, Sr. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas with 18 years of professional work experience. I treat music industry professionals and everyday people, who are survivors of Narcissistic Abuse, and other types of emotional and psychological abuse. I also treat clients with partners, siblings, work colleagues, and community leaders who exhibit many characteristics of narcissistic, borderline, histrionic, or antisocial (aka psychopathy) personality disorder traits. Other areas of treatment are listed on our website. I'm also a Therapist for Major Music Artists' World Tours & for the film industry.
(832) 281-6662 View (832) 281-6662
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Varissa Owens
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Houston, TX 77002  (Online Only)
Whether you’re an individual, a couple or a family looking for help - my therapy sessions are designed to strengthen your confidence, and assist you in the healing process.
Your well-being is my ultimate concern.
Whether you’re an individual, a couple or a family looking for help - my therapy sessions are designed to strengthen your confidence, and assist you in the healing process.
Your well-being is my ultimate concern.
(713) 352-7738 View (713) 352-7738
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Barbara J. Washington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CART
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Houston, TX 77272  (Online Only)
I have successfully taught children as early as those in Program Head Start, before becoming a Texas Teacher & School Counselor, and ultimately a LPC-Supervisor . As a child advocate who tries to understand the needs of the child in hopes of helping with mental or emotional turmoil. One may say or think that I specialize in treating children? This would be false, because I can't recall a situation where I could help the child without helping the parents, and even the whole family. Family history and dynamics plays a "Huge" role in your child's development and behaviors.
I have successfully taught children as early as those in Program Head Start, before becoming a Texas Teacher & School Counselor, and ultimately a LPC-Supervisor . As a child advocate who tries to understand the needs of the child in hopes of helping with mental or emotional turmoil. One may say or think that I specialize in treating children? This would be false, because I can't recall a situation where I could help the child without helping the parents, and even the whole family. Family history and dynamics plays a "Huge" role in your child's development and behaviors.
(713) 772-9085 View (713) 772-9085
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Caroline Sweatt-Eldredge
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Downtown, Houston, TX 77270  (Online Only)
I work with many concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief & loss, premarital & couples counseling, & family conflict.
As an experienced licensed professional counselor, I believe everyone possesses the valuable strengths and experiences needed to heal from within. At Memorial Heights Counseling, I will provide you with the compassionate support and insight needed to discover your personal solutions and heal past wounds. Together, we will work toward developing a stronger sense of self-worth, making sense of your history, improving your relationships, and meeting your specific therapeutic goals. I specialize in helping my clients have healthy and satisfying relationships with their families, friends, and romantic partners.
I work with many concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief & loss, premarital & couples counseling, & family conflict.
As an experienced licensed professional counselor, I believe everyone possesses the valuable strengths and experiences needed to heal from within. At Memorial Heights Counseling, I will provide you with the compassionate support and insight needed to discover your personal solutions and heal past wounds. Together, we will work toward developing a stronger sense of self-worth, making sense of your history, improving your relationships, and meeting your specific therapeutic goals. I specialize in helping my clients have healthy and satisfying relationships with their families, friends, and romantic partners.
(713) 909-7772 View (713) 909-7772
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Jacqueline Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCDC, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Houston, TX 77002  (Online Only)
I'll use Collaborative Dialogic Practices, Internal Family Systems, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to empower you to gain perspective and insight.
Is anxiety showing up too often in your life and you want to learn how to manage it and stay in control? Are you making a transition in your life and you need some support and tools to make the next decision for yourself? Are you at a place in your life where you realize it's time for some things to change, and that change needs to start with you? Do the consequences of trauma keep showing up and wreaking havoc in your relationships, job, and personal joy? If it sounds like I'm talking about you, then Healing Conversations PLLC can help.
I'll use Collaborative Dialogic Practices, Internal Family Systems, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to empower you to gain perspective and insight.
Is anxiety showing up too often in your life and you want to learn how to manage it and stay in control? Are you making a transition in your life and you need some support and tools to make the next decision for yourself? Are you at a place in your life where you realize it's time for some things to change, and that change needs to start with you? Do the consequences of trauma keep showing up and wreaking havoc in your relationships, job, and personal joy? If it sounds like I'm talking about you, then Healing Conversations PLLC can help.
(832) 639-6512 View (832) 639-6512
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Charla Owens
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Houston, TX 77002  (Online Only)
Everyone wants to be heard and everyone can benefit from regular routine therapy. For those of us who want to check in from time to time due to life stressors such as work life balance, family dynamics, or life coaching. To those of us that seek to resolve trauma or decrease symptoms associated with mental health diagnosis. Counseling is for us all and should be a regular part of one’s life experience.
Everyone wants to be heard and everyone can benefit from regular routine therapy. For those of us who want to check in from time to time due to life stressors such as work life balance, family dynamics, or life coaching. To those of us that seek to resolve trauma or decrease symptoms associated with mental health diagnosis. Counseling is for us all and should be a regular part of one’s life experience.
(832) 862-3697 View (832) 862-3697
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Elysia Burgess
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Houston, TX 77002  (Online Only)
Are you feeling like you don't have anyone you can really be your true self with? Many clients have friends and family they can talk to, but in many cases, receive judgemental, biased feedback. In our sessions, you have the freedom to be who you truly are! My approach focuses on your possibilities for healing, growth, and understanding. My belief is that counseling is a journey we travel together!
Are you feeling like you don't have anyone you can really be your true self with? Many clients have friends and family they can talk to, but in many cases, receive judgemental, biased feedback. In our sessions, you have the freedom to be who you truly are! My approach focuses on your possibilities for healing, growth, and understanding. My belief is that counseling is a journey we travel together!
(346) 639-2950 View (346) 639-2950
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Flor Moreno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Houston, TX 77003
Hi there, I'm Flor! My name is Flor Moreno, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Rio Grande City, Texas, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, family issues, work issues, or a variety of other concerns by using Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other modalities. I have worked with school-aged children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and geriatric clients. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for people who are dealing with challenges of life and communication issues.
Hi there, I'm Flor! My name is Flor Moreno, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Rio Grande City, Texas, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, family issues, work issues, or a variety of other concerns by using Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other modalities. I have worked with school-aged children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and geriatric clients. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for people who are dealing with challenges of life and communication issues.
(832) 990-7484 View (832) 990-7484
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Amanda Pike
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Houston, TX 77002  (Online Only)
Together, we can improve your relationships, boost your self-esteem, establish family harmony, and cultivate personal peace.
Hello, my name is Amanda, and I appreciate your interest. Are you currently feeling overwhelmed, angry, or out of control in your relationships? Do you struggle with sleeping, enjoying life, or accomplishing tasks? Are you finding it challenging to manage parenting responsibilities and your child/teen's behavior? Sometimes life can feel like too much, and it can be difficult to find genuine solutions to these stressors. As a fully licensed therapist since 1998, my mission is to help clients enhance their overall life satisfaction.
Together, we can improve your relationships, boost your self-esteem, establish family harmony, and cultivate personal peace.
Hello, my name is Amanda, and I appreciate your interest. Are you currently feeling overwhelmed, angry, or out of control in your relationships? Do you struggle with sleeping, enjoying life, or accomplishing tasks? Are you finding it challenging to manage parenting responsibilities and your child/teen's behavior? Sometimes life can feel like too much, and it can be difficult to find genuine solutions to these stressors. As a fully licensed therapist since 1998, my mission is to help clients enhance their overall life satisfaction.
(832) 979-6247 View (832) 979-6247
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Emily Hammer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Houston, TX 77002  (Online Only)
I believe it is always a good time to reach out and ask for help. Asking for help is courageous. Wanting to change is brave. And I strongly believe that everyone deserves access to affordable therapy. Whether you want to learn new coping skills for anxiety for the first time, are going through a difficult breakup or life transition, have been struggling with depression on and off your whole life, experiencing parent/child conflict or family issues, or just want to explore self-growth, we can take this journey of growth together, one step at a time.
I believe it is always a good time to reach out and ask for help. Asking for help is courageous. Wanting to change is brave. And I strongly believe that everyone deserves access to affordable therapy. Whether you want to learn new coping skills for anxiety for the first time, are going through a difficult breakup or life transition, have been struggling with depression on and off your whole life, experiencing parent/child conflict or family issues, or just want to explore self-growth, we can take this journey of growth together, one step at a time.
(737) 530-9378 View (737) 530-9378
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Nancy Kirby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Houston, TX 77002  (Online Only)
Let's get started building a new life for you! I can help you reach your therapy goals. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years experience. My specialty is in Trauma Informed therapy, working with clients with symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and abuse. I work with individuals struggling with narcissistic abuse, anxiety, depression, compassion fatigue, grief or loss, issues with negative self-talk, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, family conflict, stress and life changes. I use an integrative treatment approach tailoring the method of therapy to your individual personality. Now is the time to begin!
Let's get started building a new life for you! I can help you reach your therapy goals. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years experience. My specialty is in Trauma Informed therapy, working with clients with symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and abuse. I work with individuals struggling with narcissistic abuse, anxiety, depression, compassion fatigue, grief or loss, issues with negative self-talk, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, family conflict, stress and life changes. I use an integrative treatment approach tailoring the method of therapy to your individual personality. Now is the time to begin!
(430) 255-5443 View (430) 255-5443
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Quilted Hearts Marriage & Family Therapy, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Houston, TX 77002
I love helping people realize the strengths they have within themselves and understand that we are all part of many systems (family, work, community, culture, etc) and as such, there are many contributing factors to our daily experiences in life.
I am so excited to have you visit me here and for giving me the chance to introduce myself! My name is Sarah Nickolson-Kemper and I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). I am also a certified middle school teacher. After spending almost 10 years in the classroom, I recognized I wanted help in a different way.
I love helping people realize the strengths they have within themselves and understand that we are all part of many systems (family, work, community, culture, etc) and as such, there are many contributing factors to our daily experiences in life.
I am so excited to have you visit me here and for giving me the chance to introduce myself! My name is Sarah Nickolson-Kemper and I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). I am also a certified middle school teacher. After spending almost 10 years in the classroom, I recognized I wanted help in a different way.
(817) 893-6661 View (817) 893-6661
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Megan Billups
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Houston, TX 77002  (Online Only)
I have experience working with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, self-esteem, family conflict and life transitions.
Let ME help YOU unpack... your emotional baggage and lighten your load. As Erykah Badu sings in her powerful song, "Bag Lady," it's time to let go of all those heavy bags you've been carrying and start fresh. My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, non-judgment, and collaboration. I believe that everyone can heal and grow, and my role as a therapist is to provide a safe and supportive environment to facilitate that process. I have worked with individuals of all ages and all stages of life. I understand that seeking therapy can be a vulnerable and courageous step, and I commend you for taking that first step.
I have experience working with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, self-esteem, family conflict and life transitions.
Let ME help YOU unpack... your emotional baggage and lighten your load. As Erykah Badu sings in her powerful song, "Bag Lady," it's time to let go of all those heavy bags you've been carrying and start fresh. My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, non-judgment, and collaboration. I believe that everyone can heal and grow, and my role as a therapist is to provide a safe and supportive environment to facilitate that process. I have worked with individuals of all ages and all stages of life. I understand that seeking therapy can be a vulnerable and courageous step, and I commend you for taking that first step.
(214) 981-1483 View (214) 981-1483
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Meghan Cromie
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTSI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Houston, TX 77002  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I revieved my Bachelor's in Psychology from New College of Florida and continued on to receive my master's in Marriage, Couples, and Family Therapy from UCF in Florida.
I specialize in treating phobias and anxiety disorders (social anxiety, panic disorder, phobias, agoraphobia, emetophobia, health anxiety), OCD , Depression, and Trauma PTSD using CBT and Exposure Therapy (ERP). I have years of working with people to live without fear, and will work with you step by step in getting there. If traditional talk therapy has not worked for you in the past, exposure therapy is a great way to actually see the results you are looking for! LGBT+ allied provider. Only treating individuals 18+, no couples/families at this time.
I revieved my Bachelor's in Psychology from New College of Florida and continued on to receive my master's in Marriage, Couples, and Family Therapy from UCF in Florida.
I specialize in treating phobias and anxiety disorders (social anxiety, panic disorder, phobias, agoraphobia, emetophobia, health anxiety), OCD , Depression, and Trauma PTSD using CBT and Exposure Therapy (ERP). I have years of working with people to live without fear, and will work with you step by step in getting there. If traditional talk therapy has not worked for you in the past, exposure therapy is a great way to actually see the results you are looking for! LGBT+ allied provider. Only treating individuals 18+, no couples/families at this time.
(214) 915-0382 View (214) 915-0382

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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.