Family Therapy in Brighton, MI

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Renewed Relationships Counseling & Psych. Svcs
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Brighton, MI 48116
When you feel sad, anxious, or overwhelmed by life, you will often notice that your relationships are suffering as well. These can be relationships with your spouse or significant other, your kids, or even your coworkers. Often by improving the relationship, you will see improvement in these other areas. Our therapists use Emotionally Focused Therapy with individuals, couples, and families to enhance relationships and alleviate fears and sadness. We also treat children, teens, and families who are experiencing behavioral issues or difficult family dynamics. When seeing children, we include the parents in the treatment process to facilitate treatment success.
When you feel sad, anxious, or overwhelmed by life, you will often notice that your relationships are suffering as well. These can be relationships with your spouse or significant other, your kids, or even your coworkers. Often by improving the relationship, you will see improvement in these other areas. Our therapists use Emotionally Focused Therapy with individuals, couples, and families to enhance relationships and alleviate fears and sadness. We also treat children, teens, and families who are experiencing behavioral issues or difficult family dynamics. When seeing children, we include the parents in the treatment process to facilitate treatment success.
(810) 346-1839 View (810) 346-1839
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David Key LMSW CAADC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Verified Verified
Brighton, MI 48116
Help Me To Help You! I provide discreet sessions to professional athletes and their families. Also, I do substance use or abuse evaluations. I am an LMSW, CAADC, ICAADC, Qualified SAP, and Qualified SAE. Over the 40 years, I have had the honor of helping children, adolescents and adults by providing evidenced-based therapy to individual, family, groups, and megagroups. I have been a senior therapist, clinical director, drug court evaluator, forensic psychotherapist, and educator. I create a relaxed and supportive environment. I use a strengths-based, solution-focused, and empowerment-oriented approach.
Help Me To Help You! I provide discreet sessions to professional athletes and their families. Also, I do substance use or abuse evaluations. I am an LMSW, CAADC, ICAADC, Qualified SAP, and Qualified SAE. Over the 40 years, I have had the honor of helping children, adolescents and adults by providing evidenced-based therapy to individual, family, groups, and megagroups. I have been a senior therapist, clinical director, drug court evaluator, forensic psychotherapist, and educator. I create a relaxed and supportive environment. I use a strengths-based, solution-focused, and empowerment-oriented approach.
(517) 210-1362 View (517) 210-1362
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Betsy Pendleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brighton, MI 48116
I believe that we are all doing the best with the resources we have. But, sometimes our “best” feels like our worst. I am passionate about helping couples and individuals dig deeper into the problems that cause them pain and work to develop a plan to eliminate or manage those things. Using Family systems theory, attachment interventions, experiential techniques, and your unique strengths I work with you to find what is going to work best for you.
I believe that we are all doing the best with the resources we have. But, sometimes our “best” feels like our worst. I am passionate about helping couples and individuals dig deeper into the problems that cause them pain and work to develop a plan to eliminate or manage those things. Using Family systems theory, attachment interventions, experiential techniques, and your unique strengths I work with you to find what is going to work best for you.
(810) 638-9757 x100 View (810) 638-9757 x100
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Thriving Minds Behavioral Health
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Brighton, MI 48116
Children, adolescents, and families face challenges and stresses everyday; sometimes, these can become too much to handle alone. Particularly during this stressful time, effective treatment and support are necessary AND accessible through online therapy. Our treatment orientation is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a short-term, goal-oriented, and effective approach. We enjoy collaborating with schools (if indicated) to provide a well-rounded intervention. We also offer excellent, research-based teletherapy for kids, adolescents, and families. Call today to find out more about how we can help your child and family thrive!
Children, adolescents, and families face challenges and stresses everyday; sometimes, these can become too much to handle alone. Particularly during this stressful time, effective treatment and support are necessary AND accessible through online therapy. Our treatment orientation is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a short-term, goal-oriented, and effective approach. We enjoy collaborating with schools (if indicated) to provide a well-rounded intervention. We also offer excellent, research-based teletherapy for kids, adolescents, and families. Call today to find out more about how we can help your child and family thrive!
(810) 375-1055 View (810) 375-1055
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Deborah Gottlieb-Porlick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, CAAC
Verified Verified
Brighton, MI 48116
Are you experiencing difficulties due to marital/relationship conflicts? Unresolved grief? PTSD? Substance abuse or support for family members of a substance abuser? Depression and anxiety? Over the years I have had the opportunity to work with individuals, couples, and families to learn how to cope with these issues.
Are you experiencing difficulties due to marital/relationship conflicts? Unresolved grief? PTSD? Substance abuse or support for family members of a substance abuser? Depression and anxiety? Over the years I have had the opportunity to work with individuals, couples, and families to learn how to cope with these issues.
(810) 683-5711 View (810) 683-5711
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Kisha Hath
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AAS, BS, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Brighton, MI 48116
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, everyone! My name is Kisha Hath, I am a LCSW graduate from Michigan State. I specialize in working with children and teens, and young adults. I am practiced in working with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, family conflict, trauma, sexuality/sexual identity, and more. My passion for helping others has been years in the making and working with my clients to see their progress and strengths! I understand that life is ever-changing and barriers can create feelings of helplessness, fear, and feeling overwhelmed. I believe each person has their own story, and I work with them to identify barriers and insights about their life.
Hello, everyone! My name is Kisha Hath, I am a LCSW graduate from Michigan State. I specialize in working with children and teens, and young adults. I am practiced in working with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, family conflict, trauma, sexuality/sexual identity, and more. My passion for helping others has been years in the making and working with my clients to see their progress and strengths! I understand that life is ever-changing and barriers can create feelings of helplessness, fear, and feeling overwhelmed. I believe each person has their own story, and I work with them to identify barriers and insights about their life.
(810) 255-5153 View (810) 255-5153
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Kelly M. Rad
Master Social Worker, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, MI 48116  (Online Only)
Kelly M. Rad LMSW uses an integrative & holistic approach to therapy, blending styles in a way that accommodates the unique needs of each individual and/or family. She incorporates CBT, DBT informed, Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, and other modalities to help guide anxious adults and children on their path to wellness. Kelly has a deep understanding of neurodivergence and assists individuals/families with school issues, executive functioning difficulties, sensory processing difficulties, behavioral struggles, and emotional stress.
Kelly M. Rad LMSW uses an integrative & holistic approach to therapy, blending styles in a way that accommodates the unique needs of each individual and/or family. She incorporates CBT, DBT informed, Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, and other modalities to help guide anxious adults and children on their path to wellness. Kelly has a deep understanding of neurodivergence and assists individuals/families with school issues, executive functioning difficulties, sensory processing difficulties, behavioral struggles, and emotional stress.
(810) 642-4226 View (810) 642-4226
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Roberta Hitt
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Brighton, MI 48116
I teach graduate-level courses in child and family therapy and supervise clinical cases for doctoral graduate students.
I believe that people seek therapy for many different reasons; to manage feelings of sadness and/or anxiety, to work through specific personal or relational crises, to better parent difficult children, or simply to understand and resolve general feelings of discontent. I work with clients for all of these reasons. I enjoy helping people discover new ways of thinking and finding qualities in themselves that have long been hidden. I think of my therapy as a way to help people understand and change patterns of behavior that interfere with life goals and self-fulfillment. Therapy is about helping people feel better.
I teach graduate-level courses in child and family therapy and supervise clinical cases for doctoral graduate students.
I believe that people seek therapy for many different reasons; to manage feelings of sadness and/or anxiety, to work through specific personal or relational crises, to better parent difficult children, or simply to understand and resolve general feelings of discontent. I work with clients for all of these reasons. I enjoy helping people discover new ways of thinking and finding qualities in themselves that have long been hidden. I think of my therapy as a way to help people understand and change patterns of behavior that interfere with life goals and self-fulfillment. Therapy is about helping people feel better.
(734) 649-0244 View (734) 649-0244
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Kate S. McKee
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brighton, MI 48114
I am excited for every new client or family I am able to work with.
It is important for me to build a strong relationship with my clients and meet them where they are at. I draw from a variety of theories and work collaboratively with my clients to find the best fit. My goal is to create a safe and respectful environment that supports vulnerability and promotes change. You are the expert of your life, and I am here to listen, and offer another perspective.
I am excited for every new client or family I am able to work with.
It is important for me to build a strong relationship with my clients and meet them where they are at. I draw from a variety of theories and work collaboratively with my clients to find the best fit. My goal is to create a safe and respectful environment that supports vulnerability and promotes change. You are the expert of your life, and I am here to listen, and offer another perspective.
(810) 442-0778 View (810) 442-0778
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Veronica Thomas
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brighton, MI 48116
If you are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Family of Origin issues, Infertility or Trauma, I have been privileged to journey alongside many others with similar struggles.
I am passionate about aiding others in finding hope among the confusion and chaos of everyday life. My desire for you is that we can work together to find that HOPE for you in your situation. In my 10+ years of clinical experience I have found that meeting people where they are at, having a listening ear and teaching some essential skills will help us begin and build momentum in your healing process. I'm passionate about addressing a spectrum of traumas, restoration in broken family dynamics, rebuilding marriages, coming alongside adolescents and targeting the root of the distress you are experiencing. You are capable of doing this!
If you are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Family of Origin issues, Infertility or Trauma, I have been privileged to journey alongside many others with similar struggles.
I am passionate about aiding others in finding hope among the confusion and chaos of everyday life. My desire for you is that we can work together to find that HOPE for you in your situation. In my 10+ years of clinical experience I have found that meeting people where they are at, having a listening ear and teaching some essential skills will help us begin and build momentum in your healing process. I'm passionate about addressing a spectrum of traumas, restoration in broken family dynamics, rebuilding marriages, coming alongside adolescents and targeting the root of the distress you are experiencing. You are capable of doing this!
(734) 629-4368 View (734) 629-4368
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Michelle Westcott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, MI 48116
Welcome! My name is Michelle and I’m here to help you better your well-being. Through a supportive counseling relationship, we can address various struggles that you are facing including anxiety, addiction, depression, trauma, or issues within your marriage/relationship. Additionally, if you or a family member is part of the aviation industry and you’re struggling with job stress, depression, relationship issues, or anxiety, I can help. Opening up to a therapist about one’s deepest struggles is intimidating, and many people often feel nervous about it.
Welcome! My name is Michelle and I’m here to help you better your well-being. Through a supportive counseling relationship, we can address various struggles that you are facing including anxiety, addiction, depression, trauma, or issues within your marriage/relationship. Additionally, if you or a family member is part of the aviation industry and you’re struggling with job stress, depression, relationship issues, or anxiety, I can help. Opening up to a therapist about one’s deepest struggles is intimidating, and many people often feel nervous about it.
(810) 641-8076 View (810) 641-8076
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Tara M Freni
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brighton, MI 48116
My education and training as a marriage and family therapist put language to what I have always understood about people and relationships - the systems, or relationships, people experience influence their behaviors, understanding of self, and needs.
I specialize in working with couples or relationships, families, women, trauma, and grief. People often encounter relationship dynamics, losses, or wounds that spill over into their current experiences and leave them feeling unsettled, struggling with anxiousness, or finding it difficult to feel connected to the people they love. If you want to explore these past and present patterns, we can gently dig into the therapeutic process together. Our shared goal would be to learn how to honor yourself and lean into the world with curiosity and self-compassion.
My education and training as a marriage and family therapist put language to what I have always understood about people and relationships - the systems, or relationships, people experience influence their behaviors, understanding of self, and needs.
I specialize in working with couples or relationships, families, women, trauma, and grief. People often encounter relationship dynamics, losses, or wounds that spill over into their current experiences and leave them feeling unsettled, struggling with anxiousness, or finding it difficult to feel connected to the people they love. If you want to explore these past and present patterns, we can gently dig into the therapeutic process together. Our shared goal would be to learn how to honor yourself and lean into the world with curiosity and self-compassion.
(810) 442-4074 View (810) 442-4074
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Monica Laming
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IMH-E
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brighton, MI 48116
I also provide parent-child dyadic and family therapy.
I provide specialized therapy for women, children & families. My services would be ideal for women looking for support with anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, birth trauma, pregnancy loss, post-partum mental health concerns, reproductive challenges, history of trauma etc. I work with women in all stages of life and utilize a variety of modalities to best fit your needs with the deeper understanding that change comes within an authentic relationship. I welcome mothers to bring their babies or young children to therapy if needed as my office space provides a play area for children of many ages.
I also provide parent-child dyadic and family therapy.
I provide specialized therapy for women, children & families. My services would be ideal for women looking for support with anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, birth trauma, pregnancy loss, post-partum mental health concerns, reproductive challenges, history of trauma etc. I work with women in all stages of life and utilize a variety of modalities to best fit your needs with the deeper understanding that change comes within an authentic relationship. I welcome mothers to bring their babies or young children to therapy if needed as my office space provides a play area for children of many ages.
(810) 206-1621 View (810) 206-1621
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Marcy Leon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW, CSW-PIP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, MI 48116  (Online Only)
If you struggle with trauma, anxiety, identity development, adoption related circumstances or military life, I can help. I have experience working with children (12+), adolescents, college students, adults, couples, and families who struggle with mental health, family and/or relationship issues or personal development. As a military spouse, I know what a struggle military life can be. If you or a family member are struggling with life in or after service, I'm here for you.
If you struggle with trauma, anxiety, identity development, adoption related circumstances or military life, I can help. I have experience working with children (12+), adolescents, college students, adults, couples, and families who struggle with mental health, family and/or relationship issues or personal development. As a military spouse, I know what a struggle military life can be. If you or a family member are struggling with life in or after service, I'm here for you.
(810) 788-7190 View (810) 788-7190
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Ultimate Life Teletherapy, PLLC - Jessie Berner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, SSW
Verified Verified
Brighton, MI 48116  (Online Only)
If you feel ready to explore the obstacles that are impeding your ability to live your ultimate life, we may be a great match! Do you feel overwhelmed by feelings of resentment, shame or past/current traumas? Are difficulties in your relationships, family dysfunction, school issues, chronic stress or participation in negative patterns of behaviors inhibiting your ability to live your life as you envision it? If so, I am here and ready to support you on your journey of discovery that you desire and deserve.
If you feel ready to explore the obstacles that are impeding your ability to live your ultimate life, we may be a great match! Do you feel overwhelmed by feelings of resentment, shame or past/current traumas? Are difficulties in your relationships, family dysfunction, school issues, chronic stress or participation in negative patterns of behaviors inhibiting your ability to live your life as you envision it? If so, I am here and ready to support you on your journey of discovery that you desire and deserve.
(248) 563-7226 View (248) 563-7226
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Sasha Sunday Nedeau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, APSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, MI 48116  (Online Only)
Please reach out and allow me to be a positive support for your family.
Are you ready to start your healing journey? Most of us feel pain or discomfort in our lives and we are hoping to turn something negative into something more positive. I can help you learn to regulate your emotions so you have more control over your feelings. I have experience working with individuals with extensive mental health, crisis counseling, and early childhood development. Whether it’s individuals or families, I can help you navigate the challenges within the juvenile and school systems. I have experience with trauma, stress, depression and crisis for both adults and students.
Please reach out and allow me to be a positive support for your family.
Are you ready to start your healing journey? Most of us feel pain or discomfort in our lives and we are hoping to turn something negative into something more positive. I can help you learn to regulate your emotions so you have more control over your feelings. I have experience working with individuals with extensive mental health, crisis counseling, and early childhood development. Whether it’s individuals or families, I can help you navigate the challenges within the juvenile and school systems. I have experience with trauma, stress, depression and crisis for both adults and students.
(810) 255-8653 View (810) 255-8653
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Lanasky & Associates, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, PLLC
Verified Verified
Brighton, MI 48116  (Online Only)
Areas of distinction: women's issues, enhancing mood, overcoming depression, taming anxiety, restoring sleep, breaking self-defeating cycles, recovering from break ups, adjusting to change, improving relationships, infidelity, family conflict, loss & grief, guilt & forgiveness, improving marital satisfaction, parenting effectiveness, thriving in your career.
If you are tired of worrying, feeling depressed, or enduring unsatisfying relationships, it's time for change. There is no better time than now to begin. As a woman specializing in women's issues, I understand your struggles through the many phases and difficulties of life. Make an appointment with me and renew your joie de vivre! Telehealth visits make it easy and safe to access services. For the quickest response, please E-MAIL me describing your issues. While my caseload is FULL currently; I may have openings within a month. I will respond to inquiries by email but please provide your cell number so I can call you back.
Areas of distinction: women's issues, enhancing mood, overcoming depression, taming anxiety, restoring sleep, breaking self-defeating cycles, recovering from break ups, adjusting to change, improving relationships, infidelity, family conflict, loss & grief, guilt & forgiveness, improving marital satisfaction, parenting effectiveness, thriving in your career.
If you are tired of worrying, feeling depressed, or enduring unsatisfying relationships, it's time for change. There is no better time than now to begin. As a woman specializing in women's issues, I understand your struggles through the many phases and difficulties of life. Make an appointment with me and renew your joie de vivre! Telehealth visits make it easy and safe to access services. For the quickest response, please E-MAIL me describing your issues. While my caseload is FULL currently; I may have openings within a month. I will respond to inquiries by email but please provide your cell number so I can call you back.
(734) 719-1300 x100 View (734) 719-1300 x100
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Emrielle VanCleave
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LLMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brighton, MI 48116  (Online Only)
My experience includes 10+ years in mental health and training in the neurobiology of experience, DBT, ACT, EFT, somatic, internal and external family systems, and ego states therapies.
As an integrative therapist, I’m here to help you feel whole again. If you struggle with trauma or other experiences that are difficult to let go of, I’m here to help you reconnect all your parts and come together as a whole person. Through our treatment together, you’ll be able to recognize the resiliency within you that is needed to take on life’s challenges and heal from those challenges you have already faced. All your parts will be welcomed with open arms and nonjudgement, understanding that the experiences you have had have led you to where you are today. I know that you are doing the best you can and want to do better.
My experience includes 10+ years in mental health and training in the neurobiology of experience, DBT, ACT, EFT, somatic, internal and external family systems, and ego states therapies.
As an integrative therapist, I’m here to help you feel whole again. If you struggle with trauma or other experiences that are difficult to let go of, I’m here to help you reconnect all your parts and come together as a whole person. Through our treatment together, you’ll be able to recognize the resiliency within you that is needed to take on life’s challenges and heal from those challenges you have already faced. All your parts will be welcomed with open arms and nonjudgement, understanding that the experiences you have had have led you to where you are today. I know that you are doing the best you can and want to do better.
(810) 269-4152 View (810) 269-4152
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Jeri Lea Kroll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IMH-E®
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brighton, MI 48116
We can work together to help you regain your confidence in your parenting & partnership, to experience more playfulness within your family & to see your child flourish.
Have you been in survival mode for too long? Are you parenting a child with big behaviors or emotions? Or are you working so hard to reparent yourself while simultaneously parenting small people with big needs? Parenting a child who is struggling is stressful and isolating, trust me, I know! Maybe the thought "this isn't what (or the child) I was expecting" has even run through your mind. Whether you planned for pregnancy, fostering or adopting, you likely dreamed of love, connection and joy. And now you are not sure how to get there from here. Or if it is even possible. It really is! There is always room for hope.
We can work together to help you regain your confidence in your parenting & partnership, to experience more playfulness within your family & to see your child flourish.
Have you been in survival mode for too long? Are you parenting a child with big behaviors or emotions? Or are you working so hard to reparent yourself while simultaneously parenting small people with big needs? Parenting a child who is struggling is stressful and isolating, trust me, I know! Maybe the thought "this isn't what (or the child) I was expecting" has even run through your mind. Whether you planned for pregnancy, fostering or adopting, you likely dreamed of love, connection and joy. And now you are not sure how to get there from here. Or if it is even possible. It really is! There is always room for hope.
(810) 255-0948 View (810) 255-0948
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Root to Rise - Child, Maternal, & Family Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW, IMH-E®, IFS
Verified Verified
Brighton, MI 48116
Early Childhood, Maternal, & Family Therapy in the comfort of home.
Overwhelmed with parenthood? Struggling to understand your child’s behavior? Dealing with postpartum depression? You probably imagined parenthood looking quite different. There is no easy fix for managing anxiety surrounding pregnancy, the postpartum period, or infant/early childhood challenges. There is no instruction manual to open when your child is struggling with anxiety, behavioral challenges, or a developmental delay. Your parental instinct is simply to help your baby get better. Whether that baby is an infant, toddler, or school-aged, your goal is to get to the root of the struggle - and ensure a successful & happy future.
Early Childhood, Maternal, & Family Therapy in the comfort of home.
Overwhelmed with parenthood? Struggling to understand your child’s behavior? Dealing with postpartum depression? You probably imagined parenthood looking quite different. There is no easy fix for managing anxiety surrounding pregnancy, the postpartum period, or infant/early childhood challenges. There is no instruction manual to open when your child is struggling with anxiety, behavioral challenges, or a developmental delay. Your parental instinct is simply to help your baby get better. Whether that baby is an infant, toddler, or school-aged, your goal is to get to the root of the struggle - and ensure a successful & happy future.
(810) 627-7061 View (810) 627-7061
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.