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Bob Waggener, MDiv, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Prairieville, LA 70769
I have struggled to overcome dependency and self-esteem issues from my family of origin.
I have a great deal of respect for my clients and believe the solution to their problems is well within their reach. In my early training, there was a great emphasis on listening. It's a skill I use in every session to figure out the next right step toward growth and development for my clients. Listening is a skill I teach, so my clients can have more effective and intimate relationships with others, not only personally but professionally as well. My job is to teach myself out of a job and give you skills to live a better life.
I have struggled to overcome dependency and self-esteem issues from my family of origin.
I have a great deal of respect for my clients and believe the solution to their problems is well within their reach. In my early training, there was a great emphasis on listening. It's a skill I use in every session to figure out the next right step toward growth and development for my clients. Listening is a skill I teach, so my clients can have more effective and intimate relationships with others, not only personally but professionally as well. My job is to teach myself out of a job and give you skills to live a better life.
(225) 435-5031 View (225) 435-5031

Online Therapists

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Jeane Carmichael
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC, PLPC, CTP, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lafayette, LA 70503
My office will provide you (and your spouse/family) with a warm, safe, and confidential environment.
You might ask: Are we a good fit? My clients are people in one of these two scenarios: 1) individuals who have experienced traumatic events and are no longer willing to allow symptoms such as depression, grief, PTSD, anxiety, phobias, insomnia, disturbing memories, and panic attacks to control their lives, or 2) couples who would like to improve their communication and conflict resolution skills so they can enjoy a more satisfying marital relationship. If one or more of these issues prevent you from being who you were made to be, and you are serious about turning your life or relationships around for the better, I am here for you!
My office will provide you (and your spouse/family) with a warm, safe, and confidential environment.
You might ask: Are we a good fit? My clients are people in one of these two scenarios: 1) individuals who have experienced traumatic events and are no longer willing to allow symptoms such as depression, grief, PTSD, anxiety, phobias, insomnia, disturbing memories, and panic attacks to control their lives, or 2) couples who would like to improve their communication and conflict resolution skills so they can enjoy a more satisfying marital relationship. If one or more of these issues prevent you from being who you were made to be, and you are serious about turning your life or relationships around for the better, I am here for you!
(337) 202-8461 View (337) 202-8461
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Mark Russell Holt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hammond, LA 70401
Waitlist for new clients
With my experience in Geek Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Emotion Focused Therapy, we will explore different aspects of you and discover what it means to have a rich and meaningful life.
If you are looking for a therapist that wants to incorporate your important geeky interests into your mental health, I am a Certified Geek Therapist that can help you! Utilizing your interests in the therapeutic setting to walk with you through potential life challenges such as: anxiety, depression, understanding gaming mentality, the grieving process, or feeling overwhelmed during a life transition. I hope to work with you on improving your life and experiencing with you new ways to help foster peace of mind about past, future, or current experiences.
With my experience in Geek Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Emotion Focused Therapy, we will explore different aspects of you and discover what it means to have a rich and meaningful life.
If you are looking for a therapist that wants to incorporate your important geeky interests into your mental health, I am a Certified Geek Therapist that can help you! Utilizing your interests in the therapeutic setting to walk with you through potential life challenges such as: anxiety, depression, understanding gaming mentality, the grieving process, or feeling overwhelmed during a life transition. I hope to work with you on improving your life and experiencing with you new ways to help foster peace of mind about past, future, or current experiences.
(985) 313-8133 View (985) 313-8133
Tiffany Duckworth-Matthews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC, NCSC
Verified Verified
Gretna, LA 70056
My experience includes, but not limited to working with children, teens and adults who are experiencing, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family issues, trauma and school issues.
Our journey through life can often be difficult to manange and navigate. Life can be uncertain at times. Often you may find yourself living day to day, trying to figure out what path you should navigate. As a counselor, I am here to help you navigate through those difficult times in your life. The journey may not be easy, but you are worth the journey! Through your journey, I will assist you in working through the places that are painful for you. It is important to take time to become a healthier you! Therapy is a process! Trust the process! This mountain will pass! Take life one day at at time.
My experience includes, but not limited to working with children, teens and adults who are experiencing, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family issues, trauma and school issues.
Our journey through life can often be difficult to manange and navigate. Life can be uncertain at times. Often you may find yourself living day to day, trying to figure out what path you should navigate. As a counselor, I am here to help you navigate through those difficult times in your life. The journey may not be easy, but you are worth the journey! Through your journey, I will assist you in working through the places that are painful for you. It is important to take time to become a healthier you! Therapy is a process! Trust the process! This mountain will pass! Take life one day at at time.
(504) 285-2726 View (504) 285-2726
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Bleakley Counseling LLC
Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Covington, LA 70433
Welcome! At Bleakley Counseling LLC, we know that reaching out for help from someone you have never met can seem stressful and overwhelming. We will try our best to make the process as easy and comfortable as possible. With 6 years of experience, Patricia Scannavino MA, LPC-S, NCC currently practices general counseling with a focus in the following areas: depression, anxiety, stress, self- esteem, relationship problems, life transitions, martial issues, womens issues, blended family related issues and parenting concerns.
Welcome! At Bleakley Counseling LLC, we know that reaching out for help from someone you have never met can seem stressful and overwhelming. We will try our best to make the process as easy and comfortable as possible. With 6 years of experience, Patricia Scannavino MA, LPC-S, NCC currently practices general counseling with a focus in the following areas: depression, anxiety, stress, self- esteem, relationship problems, life transitions, martial issues, womens issues, blended family related issues and parenting concerns.
(985) 466-8495 View (985) 466-8495
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Allison Brauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70115
Allison Brauer, LCSW-BACS provides direct therapeutic services, addiction recovery, crisis intervention, supportive family intervention, grief and trauma intervention, and parent and early childhood intervention.
You are deserving of the healing and love you seek. You are worthy of support and having space held for you to be safe and open. My goal is to hold space for you, nurture your inner healer and empower you to grow in the way you always knew was possible. My encouragement is to allow yourself the space and time to heal through therapy. Give yourself the permission to be gentle and begin the introspective journey in a safe and calming therapeutic environment. You are the curator for what works best for you. My hope is to be the support you need.
Allison Brauer, LCSW-BACS provides direct therapeutic services, addiction recovery, crisis intervention, supportive family intervention, grief and trauma intervention, and parent and early childhood intervention.
You are deserving of the healing and love you seek. You are worthy of support and having space held for you to be safe and open. My goal is to hold space for you, nurture your inner healer and empower you to grow in the way you always knew was possible. My encouragement is to allow yourself the space and time to heal through therapy. Give yourself the permission to be gentle and begin the introspective journey in a safe and calming therapeutic environment. You are the curator for what works best for you. My hope is to be the support you need.
(504) 285-9843 View (504) 285-9843
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Daniela Zapata
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MFT, LPC
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70119
As a marriage and family therapist, I am trained to assist partners to navigate and overcoming adversity.
Congratulations! You have taken the first and most difficult step on your journey to a healthier you. As you begin, know that two things are certain. You are not the problem, and neither is your loved one. Your problem is the problem. I enjoy helping people navigate “problems” and overcoming them. I consider myself a mental health advocate but not in a traditional way. As a therapist, I advocate on behalf of the people in the room; even if I am advocating for you on behalf of yourself. I am here to destigmatize mental health illness and redirect the focus to mental health awareness.
As a marriage and family therapist, I am trained to assist partners to navigate and overcoming adversity.
Congratulations! You have taken the first and most difficult step on your journey to a healthier you. As you begin, know that two things are certain. You are not the problem, and neither is your loved one. Your problem is the problem. I enjoy helping people navigate “problems” and overcoming them. I consider myself a mental health advocate but not in a traditional way. As a therapist, I advocate on behalf of the people in the room; even if I am advocating for you on behalf of yourself. I am here to destigmatize mental health illness and redirect the focus to mental health awareness.
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Dario A Bayardo Jr.
MS, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70115
I use a Family Systems perspective to help clients identify and analyze intergenerational conflicts and patterns; set appropriate boundaries and differentiate between them and their family member; and improve communication skills.
Life’s challenges don’t always respond to our usual strategies or the advice we seek from friends and family. Some situations require shorter-term solutions while others need deeper exploration and longer-term work. That’s where counseling comes in—an opportunity to speak with a neutral third party who can listen, empathize, and introduce new perspectives and skills to help you work through the challenges with support.
I use a Family Systems perspective to help clients identify and analyze intergenerational conflicts and patterns; set appropriate boundaries and differentiate between them and their family member; and improve communication skills.
Life’s challenges don’t always respond to our usual strategies or the advice we seek from friends and family. Some situations require shorter-term solutions while others need deeper exploration and longer-term work. That’s where counseling comes in—an opportunity to speak with a neutral third party who can listen, empathize, and introduce new perspectives and skills to help you work through the challenges with support.
(504) 608-2748 View (504) 608-2748
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Katherine Wikrent
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70113
Imagine a life where you are confident and happy, your relationships are strong, and your past is healed. Picture a self-assured you, skilled at expressing your needs and boundaries and building healthy relationships. Whether you're seeking support as an individual, couple, or family, we'll work together to equip you with the tools to become this version of yourself. You can build self-esteem, overcome recurring arguments, and cultivate intimacy and trust in your relationships. If you're ready to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and loved ones and leave old patterns behind, I'm here to offer my guidance every step of the way.
Imagine a life where you are confident and happy, your relationships are strong, and your past is healed. Picture a self-assured you, skilled at expressing your needs and boundaries and building healthy relationships. Whether you're seeking support as an individual, couple, or family, we'll work together to equip you with the tools to become this version of yourself. You can build self-esteem, overcome recurring arguments, and cultivate intimacy and trust in your relationships. If you're ready to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and loved ones and leave old patterns behind, I'm here to offer my guidance every step of the way.
(504) 414-4565 View (504) 414-4565
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Nia M Morris-Woods
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70119
I can help by providing an array of services such as, anger management, trauma therapy, grief therapy, family therapy, couples and individual therapy.
Hello and welcome to your journey in becoming your best self. I am a caring, compassionate and professional therapist. I believe therapist are the change agents that guide the therapeutic process while the clients make decisions that will benefit their lives by using their own best judgement. I am here to facilitate the process and witness the growth that will transform your life forever. Thank yourself for the courage to be better.
I can help by providing an array of services such as, anger management, trauma therapy, grief therapy, family therapy, couples and individual therapy.
Hello and welcome to your journey in becoming your best self. I am a caring, compassionate and professional therapist. I believe therapist are the change agents that guide the therapeutic process while the clients make decisions that will benefit their lives by using their own best judgement. I am here to facilitate the process and witness the growth that will transform your life forever. Thank yourself for the courage to be better.
(504) 800-8381 View (504) 800-8381
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Natasha Brown Parker
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLMFT, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70119
My approach will use holistic care practices, education, support, and advocacy. I believe in addressing the emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of the individual, couple, and family. My mission is to empower the individual, couple, and family by guiding them along the journey to promote healing, personal growth, and change. I work with clients elementary-age children through elders. I specialize in Marriage & Family Therapy well as Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
My approach will use holistic care practices, education, support, and advocacy. I believe in addressing the emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of the individual, couple, and family. My mission is to empower the individual, couple, and family by guiding them along the journey to promote healing, personal growth, and change. I work with clients elementary-age children through elders. I specialize in Marriage & Family Therapy well as Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
(504) 305-8061 View (504) 305-8061
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OPS Family Care
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
Gretna, LA 70053
OPS Family Care, LLC is dedicated to offering an excellent quality of comprehensive Clinical counseling services to Individuals and Families in the Greater New Orleans Area. With over 30 years of combined experience, our Therapists are committed to helping every person acheive emotional wellness and positive change in their lives. Our Services include Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Parenting Education, Custody Evaluation, Divorce Mediation, Consultation and Training Services, School Based Mental Health Services, and Supervised Visitation Services. We accept Private Insurance, Medicaid, and offer a Sliding Fee Scale. OPS Family Care, "restores wholeness to Families, one outreach at a time.."
OPS Family Care, LLC is dedicated to offering an excellent quality of comprehensive Clinical counseling services to Individuals and Families in the Greater New Orleans Area. With over 30 years of combined experience, our Therapists are committed to helping every person acheive emotional wellness and positive change in their lives. Our Services include Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Parenting Education, Custody Evaluation, Divorce Mediation, Consultation and Training Services, School Based Mental Health Services, and Supervised Visitation Services. We accept Private Insurance, Medicaid, and offer a Sliding Fee Scale. OPS Family Care, "restores wholeness to Families, one outreach at a time.."
(504) 684-8410 View (504) 684-8410
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Lauren A Farrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70115
Your mental health is a vital key to living your life to your fullest potential. My approach to counseling incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Trauma Healing, Inner Child Work & others. I believe many of the problems we face in live are related to unhealthy thinking processes which affect the way we feel & interact with others. I also believe that it is through our struggles that we can learn, grow & find meaning & value in life. We will work together to find ways in which your thoughts/beliefs about yourself & others may be causing emotional distress in your life or your relationships.
Your mental health is a vital key to living your life to your fullest potential. My approach to counseling incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Trauma Healing, Inner Child Work & others. I believe many of the problems we face in live are related to unhealthy thinking processes which affect the way we feel & interact with others. I also believe that it is through our struggles that we can learn, grow & find meaning & value in life. We will work together to find ways in which your thoughts/beliefs about yourself & others may be causing emotional distress in your life or your relationships.
(504) 470-3965 View (504) 470-3965
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CARE Institute Inc.
LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70115
CARE Institute offers various programs including FREE and low-cost teletherapy. Our clinicians approach therapy from a holistic systems perspective to assist clients with learning skills to address life challenges. Clinicians at CARE offer a wide range of expertise to assist clients. Our licensed clinicians are marriage and family therapists (LMFT/PLMFT), professional mental health counselors (LPC/PLPC), and Registered Play Therapists. Our CARE for Y'ALL teletherapy program clinicians are marriage & family therapy graduate students from nationally accredited MFT programs.
CARE Institute offers various programs including FREE and low-cost teletherapy. Our clinicians approach therapy from a holistic systems perspective to assist clients with learning skills to address life challenges. Clinicians at CARE offer a wide range of expertise to assist clients. Our licensed clinicians are marriage and family therapists (LMFT/PLMFT), professional mental health counselors (LPC/PLPC), and Registered Play Therapists. Our CARE for Y'ALL teletherapy program clinicians are marriage & family therapy graduate students from nationally accredited MFT programs.
(504) 384-2178 View (504) 384-2178
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Susan R. Cooley
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70115
Is the way you and your partner and/or family relate to each other problematic? I can help. I am specially trained to work with you from a systemic lens to help your identify resources that can be helpful. I believe you have within yourself and your life the resources to successfully make beneficial changes in your life. I utilize a variety of systemically based interventions to help invoke change in my clients. This incudes assigning homework to be completed before the next session.
Is the way you and your partner and/or family relate to each other problematic? I can help. I am specially trained to work with you from a systemic lens to help your identify resources that can be helpful. I believe you have within yourself and your life the resources to successfully make beneficial changes in your life. I utilize a variety of systemically based interventions to help invoke change in my clients. This incudes assigning homework to be completed before the next session.
(504) 636-6829 View (504) 636-6829
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Dr. Brian S. Canfield, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
My practice specializes in marriage counseling and couple therapy. I also work with individuals on a wide-range of mental health, career transition, substance use, and life transition issues. I have worked with more than 2,800 couples in my career, addressing relationship concerns and finding solutions to chronic dissatisfaction, infidelity, poor communication, intimacy problems, and family conflict. For persons who are uncertain about remaining in their marriage, "discernment counseling" is available to help an ambivalent spouse gain clarity about their relationship commitment and options for bringing about needed change.
My practice specializes in marriage counseling and couple therapy. I also work with individuals on a wide-range of mental health, career transition, substance use, and life transition issues. I have worked with more than 2,800 couples in my career, addressing relationship concerns and finding solutions to chronic dissatisfaction, infidelity, poor communication, intimacy problems, and family conflict. For persons who are uncertain about remaining in their marriage, "discernment counseling" is available to help an ambivalent spouse gain clarity about their relationship commitment and options for bringing about needed change.
(318) 608-4318 View (318) 608-4318
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Mylischa Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, MSW, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70124  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to adjust to a chronic health condition? Are you feeling anxious and overwhelmed after receiving a new medical diagnosis, experiencing a medical emergency, or sustaining an injury? Are the health consequences of an illness or injury making it difficult to keep up with the demands of your career, family and relationships? You may be tired of doing it all on your own, but what if you didn't have to. Welcome! Today you are one step closer to finding the solutions to regain calm in your mind and body, and get back to living a more active and joy-filled life.
Are you struggling to adjust to a chronic health condition? Are you feeling anxious and overwhelmed after receiving a new medical diagnosis, experiencing a medical emergency, or sustaining an injury? Are the health consequences of an illness or injury making it difficult to keep up with the demands of your career, family and relationships? You may be tired of doing it all on your own, but what if you didn't have to. Welcome! Today you are one step closer to finding the solutions to regain calm in your mind and body, and get back to living a more active and joy-filled life.
(504) 265-1122 View (504) 265-1122
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BACH Therapeutic Counseling Services
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Orleans, LA 70127
Are you overwhelmed? Are you struggling with personal or family problems? Is it becoming difficult for you to navigate things in a productive and positive way? Kayla Dumas is a Licensed Master Social Worker who specializes in working with children, adolescents and their families.
Are you overwhelmed? Are you struggling with personal or family problems? Is it becoming difficult for you to navigate things in a productive and positive way? Kayla Dumas is a Licensed Master Social Worker who specializes in working with children, adolescents and their families.
(504) 226-7564 View (504) 226-7564
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Basem Darwish
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Kenner, LA 70065
In my practice, I typically work with all different ages and types of clients that have a range of presenting issues, from Anxiety and Depression to Couples and Family Issues, Gender Identity Struggles, Personality Disorders, and many more presenting problems. I always listen to my clients and address their needs and make sure that they are getting the maximum benefit out of therapy and are working towards achieving their short, medium, and long term goals. I always tailor my therapeutic approach to fit the unique needs of each client, and I work hard to accommodate their scheduling needs, day or night, as well as their budget.
In my practice, I typically work with all different ages and types of clients that have a range of presenting issues, from Anxiety and Depression to Couples and Family Issues, Gender Identity Struggles, Personality Disorders, and many more presenting problems. I always listen to my clients and address their needs and make sure that they are getting the maximum benefit out of therapy and are working towards achieving their short, medium, and long term goals. I always tailor my therapeutic approach to fit the unique needs of each client, and I work hard to accommodate their scheduling needs, day or night, as well as their budget.
(504) 641-4768 View (504) 641-4768
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Karen M D'Amico Miranda
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70005
Every client is unique, special, and deserves the best services available on the market. Due to the unique needs of the client, I form a system that will show immediate growth potential and allow the client to better understand the root causes of what is troubling them. My system is simple, every experience you live through shapes you into who you are today, just as your experiences can shape you, together we can retake control and reshape you into your best self! I specialize in trauma, grief, couples, and family based counseling. I am confident that with the right attitude and proper support, together we can achieve anything.
Every client is unique, special, and deserves the best services available on the market. Due to the unique needs of the client, I form a system that will show immediate growth potential and allow the client to better understand the root causes of what is troubling them. My system is simple, every experience you live through shapes you into who you are today, just as your experiences can shape you, together we can retake control and reshape you into your best self! I specialize in trauma, grief, couples, and family based counseling. I am confident that with the right attitude and proper support, together we can achieve anything.
(504) 285-9760 View (504) 285-9760

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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.