Photo of Amy Thomas, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Richmond, VA
Amy Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23231
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has specialized in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families for over 9 years. My background and experiences include work in the public school systems, child welfare systems (child protective services, adoptions, and foster care), private counseling center for adolescents and families, therapeutic recreational services, intensive in-home counseling, and an emergency diagnostic residential facility. I have experience working with individuals and families who have experienced trauma, grief & loss, divorce, single parenting, job loss, family conflict, stress, domestic violence, substance abuse, and crisis situations. If you are currently in crisis call 911.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has specialized in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families for over 9 years. My background and experiences include work in the public school systems, child welfare systems (child protective services, adoptions, and foster care), private counseling center for adolescents and families, therapeutic recreational services, intensive in-home counseling, and an emergency diagnostic residential facility. I have experience working with individuals and families who have experienced trauma, grief & loss, divorce, single parenting, job loss, family conflict, stress, domestic violence, substance abuse, and crisis situations. If you are currently in crisis call 911.
(804) 419-4014 View (804) 419-4014
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Christina M. Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23236
Waitlist for new clients
My practice focuses on supporting people who are seeking to improve their lives through understanding identity, relationships, family of origin issues, as well as anxiety and depression.
My practice focuses on supporting people who are seeking to improve their lives through understanding identity, relationships, family of origin issues, as well as anxiety and depression.
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Steve Pritt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23225  (Online Only)
I specialize in adolescent and young adult issues, parenting and family conflict.
Everyone I have worked with over the years had some area of life that they wanted to see changes in. I see my role as a guide to help identify realistic, effective, and lasting skills to start the process of change, as well as identifying personal or interpersonal barriers that are getting in the way. Reaching out for help takes a lot. I will respect your personal values, beliefs, and views regardless if I share them or not.
I specialize in adolescent and young adult issues, parenting and family conflict.
Everyone I have worked with over the years had some area of life that they wanted to see changes in. I see my role as a guide to help identify realistic, effective, and lasting skills to start the process of change, as well as identifying personal or interpersonal barriers that are getting in the way. Reaching out for help takes a lot. I will respect your personal values, beliefs, and views regardless if I share them or not.
(801) 948-9974 View (801) 948-9974
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Adina Silvestri
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229
Hi, I'm Dr. Adina Silvestri, the founder at Life Cycles Counseling. I offer a variety of counseling services to help you achieve balance and authenticity. Services include Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Couples Counseling, and Group Counseling. My practice style is spontaneous, creative and designed to fit your needs - which may be different each session. I have 20 years of experience helping individuals, children and families with a variety of needs, but I specialize in treating women with substance abuse issues. Please visit my website at www.adinasilvestri.com for more information.
Hi, I'm Dr. Adina Silvestri, the founder at Life Cycles Counseling. I offer a variety of counseling services to help you achieve balance and authenticity. Services include Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Couples Counseling, and Group Counseling. My practice style is spontaneous, creative and designed to fit your needs - which may be different each session. I have 20 years of experience helping individuals, children and families with a variety of needs, but I specialize in treating women with substance abuse issues. Please visit my website at www.adinasilvestri.com for more information.
(804) 621-7126 View (804) 621-7126
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Matt Bitsko
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229
Over the past 20 years, I have helped children, adolescents, young adults and adults reach their full potential in many areas of their lives - school, career, health, family, and social settings. While working with individuals, I often incorporate their family or other close relationships to both identify problems and create effective solutions. A trusted therapy environment is often the best place to chart specific goals for a healthier and happier life.
Over the past 20 years, I have helped children, adolescents, young adults and adults reach their full potential in many areas of their lives - school, career, health, family, and social settings. While working with individuals, I often incorporate their family or other close relationships to both identify problems and create effective solutions. A trusted therapy environment is often the best place to chart specific goals for a healthier and happier life.
(804) 655-0977 x700 View (804) 655-0977 x700
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Jenna A Pagano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT , LCMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23236
I am a classically trained couples therapist (Licensed Marriage and Family therapist) with an B level certification in Emotion Focused therapy (EFT).
You don't have to go through this alone. The strength that has brought you to this page today is proof that you posses the ability to make positive changes and restore your relationships. I am here to guide you through the process of restoring health and balance. Please don't hesitate to contact me. Whether you are struggling with communication, conflict, parenting, or intimacy I am here to help.
I am a classically trained couples therapist (Licensed Marriage and Family therapist) with an B level certification in Emotion Focused therapy (EFT).
You don't have to go through this alone. The strength that has brought you to this page today is proof that you posses the ability to make positive changes and restore your relationships. I am here to guide you through the process of restoring health and balance. Please don't hesitate to contact me. Whether you are struggling with communication, conflict, parenting, or intimacy I am here to help.
(804) 293-2363 View (804) 293-2363
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Dr. Darlise Baron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-QS, CAP, CHT, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23232
Greetings! My name is Dr. Darlise Baron, I am the CEO of Baron Counseling Services LLC. I have been in the field of Social Work for over 23 years. I earned my doctorate degree in Sexology, Licensed clinical social worker, Certified Addiction Professional and a certified Hypnotherapist. In addition, I specialize in hypnosis, anger management, substance abuse, domestic violence, parenting, family issues, relationship concerns, grief counseling and struggles with everyday living. I provide services to Children, Adults, Families, Couples, Veterans, First Responders, LGBTQ+, and Celebrities.
Greetings! My name is Dr. Darlise Baron, I am the CEO of Baron Counseling Services LLC. I have been in the field of Social Work for over 23 years. I earned my doctorate degree in Sexology, Licensed clinical social worker, Certified Addiction Professional and a certified Hypnotherapist. In addition, I specialize in hypnosis, anger management, substance abuse, domestic violence, parenting, family issues, relationship concerns, grief counseling and struggles with everyday living. I provide services to Children, Adults, Families, Couples, Veterans, First Responders, LGBTQ+, and Celebrities.
(786) 574-3468 View (786) 574-3468
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Relationship Consultants
MA
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23223  (Online Only)
We can also help you find a new way to be in your family, with your kids, your parents, your partners and roommates in an ever-changing dynamic.
As an agency we have been supporting people via online sessions, with everything that falls “outside the box”. If you are encountering relationship problems, you may have found that it is easier to procrastinate rather than to seek the relationship advice and tools that you need. You may have even been waiting to seek consulting or coaching services for years. Meanwhile your relationship difficulties have only been getting worse. Our consulting services are designed to help you communicate better and make sustainable changes that will benefit you and your family throughout your lives to come back to loving one another.
We can also help you find a new way to be in your family, with your kids, your parents, your partners and roommates in an ever-changing dynamic.
As an agency we have been supporting people via online sessions, with everything that falls “outside the box”. If you are encountering relationship problems, you may have found that it is easier to procrastinate rather than to seek the relationship advice and tools that you need. You may have even been waiting to seek consulting or coaching services for years. Meanwhile your relationship difficulties have only been getting worse. Our consulting services are designed to help you communicate better and make sustainable changes that will benefit you and your family throughout your lives to come back to loving one another.
(601) 768-1986 View (601) 768-1986
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Dr. Shannon N Daneshrad
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23173
Dr. Daneshrad has experience working with a wide range of clients (children, teens, and adults) in a variety of areas including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, sexual trauma, intimacy, ASD, ADHD, and abandonment/relational issues. She also works with teens and adults and with families struggling with issues of family conflict including high-conflict divorces, and family law disputes. She is experienced in family reunification therapy in refuse/resist cases and parental alienation cases. She also works with individuals struggling with dating/marriage, separation/divorce, bereavement, and life transitions.
Dr. Daneshrad has experience working with a wide range of clients (children, teens, and adults) in a variety of areas including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, sexual trauma, intimacy, ASD, ADHD, and abandonment/relational issues. She also works with teens and adults and with families struggling with issues of family conflict including high-conflict divorces, and family law disputes. She is experienced in family reunification therapy in refuse/resist cases and parental alienation cases. She also works with individuals struggling with dating/marriage, separation/divorce, bereavement, and life transitions.
(310) 928-9855 View (310) 928-9855
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Katy Webb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23220  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
She uses evidence-based therapy frameworks such as motivational interviewing, family systems, and CBT.
Katy Webb provides therapy to a wide range of populations including children, teens, adults, the elderly, and families. She provides emotionally-focused marital therapy to help couples work through a range of challenges. She specializes in working with children and adults with special needs (Autism, Intellectual Disability). She is a Certified Parent Trainer and diagnoses Autism. Katy has worked extensively with those experiencing chronic physical/GI illness, cancer, or traumatic injury. Katy Webb received her Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University and has worked in the medical/mental health field for over six years. **Katy provides LCSW supervision.
She uses evidence-based therapy frameworks such as motivational interviewing, family systems, and CBT.
Katy Webb provides therapy to a wide range of populations including children, teens, adults, the elderly, and families. She provides emotionally-focused marital therapy to help couples work through a range of challenges. She specializes in working with children and adults with special needs (Autism, Intellectual Disability). She is a Certified Parent Trainer and diagnoses Autism. Katy has worked extensively with those experiencing chronic physical/GI illness, cancer, or traumatic injury. Katy Webb received her Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University and has worked in the medical/mental health field for over six years. **Katy provides LCSW supervision.
(804) 298-7806 View (804) 298-7806
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Sarah Kooiman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23173  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I primarily work with individuals and couples, and families.
Just about everyone will experience difficulty at some point in their lives, whether that means grief, relationship conflict, mental health concerns, struggles with identity and purpose, or the question of worthiness and success. It can be difficult to know how to maneuver through the challenges that life can throw our way, and at times it's hard to know where to turn. My goal is to help create an opportunity to explore the workings of your mind, and to help guide you to self-discovery, knowledge, and peace.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I primarily work with individuals and couples, and families.
Just about everyone will experience difficulty at some point in their lives, whether that means grief, relationship conflict, mental health concerns, struggles with identity and purpose, or the question of worthiness and success. It can be difficult to know how to maneuver through the challenges that life can throw our way, and at times it's hard to know where to turn. My goal is to help create an opportunity to explore the workings of your mind, and to help guide you to self-discovery, knowledge, and peace.
(757) 330-8737 View (757) 330-8737
Photo of Christine Oglesby Family Therapy, PLLC, Licensed Professional Counselor in Richmond, VA
Christine Oglesby Family Therapy, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23221
My specialty is in resolving trauma, anxiety, depression, situational, lifestage, co-parenting, couples, difficult individual & family problems.
I feel a genuine responsibility on my part to respect the courage it takes to entrust me; to ask for help. In sharing your life story with me, my responsibility is to hear where you are & where you want to be, not to be judgmental but w/mindfulness, dignity & respect. I will work with individuals, couples, co-parents & families reunify & restore healthy interactions. Since 2003, I have extensive experience working w/ trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, co-parenting, LGBTQ+, family pxs. There is hope to resolve difficult problems, move beyond them & create a new life narrative of empowerment. Flex. hrs: Th-Su inc evenings & weekends!
My specialty is in resolving trauma, anxiety, depression, situational, lifestage, co-parenting, couples, difficult individual & family problems.
I feel a genuine responsibility on my part to respect the courage it takes to entrust me; to ask for help. In sharing your life story with me, my responsibility is to hear where you are & where you want to be, not to be judgmental but w/mindfulness, dignity & respect. I will work with individuals, couples, co-parents & families reunify & restore healthy interactions. Since 2003, I have extensive experience working w/ trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, co-parenting, LGBTQ+, family pxs. There is hope to resolve difficult problems, move beyond them & create a new life narrative of empowerment. Flex. hrs: Th-Su inc evenings & weekends!
(804) 352-2395 View (804) 352-2395
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Relationship Consultants
MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23220  (Online Only)
We can also help you find a new way to be in your family, with your kids, your parents, your partners and roommates in an ever-changing dynamic.
As an agency we have been supporting people via online sessions, with everything that falls “outside the box”. If you are encountering relationship problems, you may have found that it is easier to procrastinate rather than to seek the relationship advice and tools that you need. You may have even been waiting to seek consulting or coaching services for years. Meanwhile your relationship difficulties have only been getting worse. Our consulting services are designed to help you communicate better and make sustainable changes that will benefit you and your family throughout your lives to come back to loving one another.
We can also help you find a new way to be in your family, with your kids, your parents, your partners and roommates in an ever-changing dynamic.
As an agency we have been supporting people via online sessions, with everything that falls “outside the box”. If you are encountering relationship problems, you may have found that it is easier to procrastinate rather than to seek the relationship advice and tools that you need. You may have even been waiting to seek consulting or coaching services for years. Meanwhile your relationship difficulties have only been getting worse. Our consulting services are designed to help you communicate better and make sustainable changes that will benefit you and your family throughout your lives to come back to loving one another.
(775) 346-6593 View (775) 346-6593
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Kenn M. Shirley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23222
I am a License Professional Counselor located in Virginia. I am trained and experienced in conducting individual, couples and family therapy. I have worked in professional settings in the US, and internationally for many years. My clinical orientation is strongly person-centered, with a bent toward existentialism. In the therapeutic setting, I believe that we all journey together, learning and experiencing collectively what happens in the moment. I have strong skills empowering clients confronting life transitions, relationship issues and mood irregularities. I am intimately cognizant of challenges faced by LGBTQ+ persons.
I am a License Professional Counselor located in Virginia. I am trained and experienced in conducting individual, couples and family therapy. I have worked in professional settings in the US, and internationally for many years. My clinical orientation is strongly person-centered, with a bent toward existentialism. In the therapeutic setting, I believe that we all journey together, learning and experiencing collectively what happens in the moment. I have strong skills empowering clients confronting life transitions, relationship issues and mood irregularities. I am intimately cognizant of challenges faced by LGBTQ+ persons.
(804) 531-5395 View (804) 531-5395
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Whitney Wiley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23173  (Online Only)
I also like to integrate Solution Focused Therapy to allow my clients to get the most out of our sessions and Strategic Family Therapy to help improve relationships and family dynamics.
Hello! My name is Whitney Wiley and I am passionate about helping people! As a board certified Licensed Professional Counselor that has worked in the mental health field for 7 years, I incorporate strong therapeutic skills that allow me to enhance the connections with my clients and allow them to feel comfortable during sessions. I strive to create an atmosphere of trust while providing quality and compassionate mental health services that will strengthen my clients’ overall well-being.
I also like to integrate Solution Focused Therapy to allow my clients to get the most out of our sessions and Strategic Family Therapy to help improve relationships and family dynamics.
Hello! My name is Whitney Wiley and I am passionate about helping people! As a board certified Licensed Professional Counselor that has worked in the mental health field for 7 years, I incorporate strong therapeutic skills that allow me to enhance the connections with my clients and allow them to feel comfortable during sessions. I strive to create an atmosphere of trust while providing quality and compassionate mental health services that will strengthen my clients’ overall well-being.
(540) 517-6896 View (540) 517-6896
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Rebecca J Edwards
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHP-R
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23218
My passion is supporting people through life challenges, whether they are related to work, school, family, or other personal experiences. I have a person-centered, strength-based, collaborative approach to counseling. I work with people of all ages, acknowledging challenges are faced at every phase of life and that these challenges often overlap. I am a Navy veteran and a retired Navy spouse.
My passion is supporting people through life challenges, whether they are related to work, school, family, or other personal experiences. I have a person-centered, strength-based, collaborative approach to counseling. I work with people of all ages, acknowledging challenges are faced at every phase of life and that these challenges often overlap. I am a Navy veteran and a retired Navy spouse.
(757) 908-6439 View (757) 908-6439
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Britni Higginbotham
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23225
I earned my Marriage and Family Counseling degree from Liberty University and completed my post masters work at North Central University.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor offering in-person individual therapy for adults. Areas I enjoy working with through therapy are adoptive parent(s) related grief or trauma, attachment, infidelity or fertility-related trauma or grief, overwhelmed and overstimulated mothers, and trauma. I pull from IFS, EMDR, DBT and Gottman models in our sessions to best meet your needs.  My role is to create a safe environment where your feelings and boundaries are respected. My aim is to provide you with support and empower you with the necessary tools to handle challenging or traumatic experience.
I earned my Marriage and Family Counseling degree from Liberty University and completed my post masters work at North Central University.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor offering in-person individual therapy for adults. Areas I enjoy working with through therapy are adoptive parent(s) related grief or trauma, attachment, infidelity or fertility-related trauma or grief, overwhelmed and overstimulated mothers, and trauma. I pull from IFS, EMDR, DBT and Gottman models in our sessions to best meet your needs.  My role is to create a safe environment where your feelings and boundaries are respected. My aim is to provide you with support and empower you with the necessary tools to handle challenging or traumatic experience.
(804) 593-0712 View (804) 593-0712
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Family and Children Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23235
You, your family, and your children matter to many people. Sometimes in our lives, it’s remarkable the happenings that we can't comprehend. This is why counseling can help anyone and everyone get a better understanding of their situation by receiving the correct type of treatment in order to move on with their lives. Mentalities do not have to hold us back for the rest of our lives. With the right tools and understanding of how to use them, and with God’s help, you can overcome all obstacles. My sole purpose is to help people get back into loving and caring relationships with one another and, with self-care, have fun and enjoy life!
You, your family, and your children matter to many people. Sometimes in our lives, it’s remarkable the happenings that we can't comprehend. This is why counseling can help anyone and everyone get a better understanding of their situation by receiving the correct type of treatment in order to move on with their lives. Mentalities do not have to hold us back for the rest of our lives. With the right tools and understanding of how to use them, and with God’s help, you can overcome all obstacles. My sole purpose is to help people get back into loving and caring relationships with one another and, with self-care, have fun and enjoy life!
(804) 352-6274 View (804) 352-6274
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Jessica Summers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23235
I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been providing clinical services since 2004. My experience includes working with adolescents, adults, families, groups, and couples in health care, community agencies and private clinic settings. In my current practice, I enjoy helping adults navigate life's challenges. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches (e.g., psychodynamic, strengths-based, solution-focused, family systems, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness) to help you make the changes you seek to make in your life. I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental atmosphere by approaching each new person with warmth, humor, curiosity, and empathy.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been providing clinical services since 2004. My experience includes working with adolescents, adults, families, groups, and couples in health care, community agencies and private clinic settings. In my current practice, I enjoy helping adults navigate life's challenges. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches (e.g., psychodynamic, strengths-based, solution-focused, family systems, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness) to help you make the changes you seek to make in your life. I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental atmosphere by approaching each new person with warmth, humor, curiosity, and empathy.
(804) 587-8956 View (804) 587-8956
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Valerie H Bishop
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23230
Because most clients seek assistance for depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship/marital/family issues, I use supportive therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and also use if you request, a couple of specialty methods to assist our work together.
People seek therapy for various reasons, but I understand that, regardless of the reason(s), people need an active listener for support, reflection and at times, soft and/or straightforward, and respectful feedback. I honor the work my clients do and am a calm listener, as well as an active therapist when needed. I offer individual, couples/marital, and family therapy 18 years and older. I have 30 yrs of experience of varied experience and hope to help you in the ways you are looking for.
Because most clients seek assistance for depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship/marital/family issues, I use supportive therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and also use if you request, a couple of specialty methods to assist our work together.
People seek therapy for various reasons, but I understand that, regardless of the reason(s), people need an active listener for support, reflection and at times, soft and/or straightforward, and respectful feedback. I honor the work my clients do and am a calm listener, as well as an active therapist when needed. I offer individual, couples/marital, and family therapy 18 years and older. I have 30 yrs of experience of varied experience and hope to help you in the ways you are looking for.
(804) 562-9997 View (804) 562-9997
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.