Family Therapy in Washington County, TN

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Sara Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Johnson City, TN 37601
In her free time, Sara enjoys reading, photography, watching British television, spending time with family and friends, and she is active in her church.
Sara Anderson is a Licensed Professional Counselor "“ Mental Health Service Provider. Sara is passionate about restoration and healing brokenness. She is deeply committed to helping clients answer life's big questions, gain insight into their emotions, and live authentically. Sara assists people throughout their lifespan, supporting them as they navigate anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, faith questions, emerging adulthood, and relationship issues. Sara grew up in Southeast Asia and spent another 10 years living and working abroad after university.
In her free time, Sara enjoys reading, photography, watching British television, spending time with family and friends, and she is active in her church.
Sara Anderson is a Licensed Professional Counselor "“ Mental Health Service Provider. Sara is passionate about restoration and healing brokenness. She is deeply committed to helping clients answer life's big questions, gain insight into their emotions, and live authentically. Sara assists people throughout their lifespan, supporting them as they navigate anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, faith questions, emerging adulthood, and relationship issues. Sara grew up in Southeast Asia and spent another 10 years living and working abroad after university.
(423) 556-3197 View (423) 556-3197
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Katherine Barteck
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Johnson City, TN 37601
I provide individual therapy, to adolescents and adults, as well as couples and family therapy. I believe that the focus of therapy is the achievement of insight and both intra- and inter-personal growth. This means different things to different people and families, so I actively involve you in the direction of your therapy and will check in often to make sure that your needs are being met. I trained as a generalist and pull from a variety of therapeutic approaches, including interpersonal process, insight-oriented, and cognitive-behavioral.
I provide individual therapy, to adolescents and adults, as well as couples and family therapy. I believe that the focus of therapy is the achievement of insight and both intra- and inter-personal growth. This means different things to different people and families, so I actively involve you in the direction of your therapy and will check in often to make sure that your needs are being met. I trained as a generalist and pull from a variety of therapeutic approaches, including interpersonal process, insight-oriented, and cognitive-behavioral.
(423) 930-9338 View (423) 930-9338
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Aaron Free
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Johnson City, TN 37601
I will help to create a safe place where you (individual, couple, or family unit) no longer feel isolated in your experience and are able to safely navigate your concerns and achieve your goals.
I am a counselor that values the depth of human relationships. I use a variety of therapeutic interventions that can be summarized as somatic and attachment focused, relational, and mindful. All of these interventions are built off of the idea of present moment awareness. This means that I use each moment as potential for awareness into your inner experience. I spend time assisting each client in expanding their window of tolerance for discomfort as well as developing tools and techniques for structural changes. I am experienced working with general mental health concerns as well as what people identify as trauma and PTSD.
I will help to create a safe place where you (individual, couple, or family unit) no longer feel isolated in your experience and are able to safely navigate your concerns and achieve your goals.
I am a counselor that values the depth of human relationships. I use a variety of therapeutic interventions that can be summarized as somatic and attachment focused, relational, and mindful. All of these interventions are built off of the idea of present moment awareness. This means that I use each moment as potential for awareness into your inner experience. I spend time assisting each client in expanding their window of tolerance for discomfort as well as developing tools and techniques for structural changes. I am experienced working with general mental health concerns as well as what people identify as trauma and PTSD.
(423) 353-9040 View (423) 353-9040
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Pam Kuykendall
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Johnson City, TN 37601
Thank you for taking time to view my profile. Being a mental health care provider is a calling and a passion. Healing from the effects of trauma, perinatal and postpartum mental health concerns, anxiety, and depression is possible. The healing journey is different for each person and I will patiently walk alongside my clients each step of the way. I also provide premarital counseling, family therapy, and have experience with parenting assistance and spiritual health.
Thank you for taking time to view my profile. Being a mental health care provider is a calling and a passion. Healing from the effects of trauma, perinatal and postpartum mental health concerns, anxiety, and depression is possible. The healing journey is different for each person and I will patiently walk alongside my clients each step of the way. I also provide premarital counseling, family therapy, and have experience with parenting assistance and spiritual health.
(423) 436-0401 View (423) 436-0401
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CSN Counseling and Consultation, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCMHSP, S, LMHC, MPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Johnson City, TN 37604
At CSN Counseling, Your better tomorrows can start today. If you are struggling with feeling "sucked into the stuckness", overwhelmed with the stress of balancing family and work, needing support while confirming your gender identity and sexuality, intimacy and sexual difficulties, or attempting to work through the lingering effects of previous trauma and/or abuse, then I would be honored to sit with you and listen to your story. We can work together to help you gain perspective and insight, while helping you to move through traumas, transitions, and stressors into a healthier and more productive life.
At CSN Counseling, Your better tomorrows can start today. If you are struggling with feeling "sucked into the stuckness", overwhelmed with the stress of balancing family and work, needing support while confirming your gender identity and sexuality, intimacy and sexual difficulties, or attempting to work through the lingering effects of previous trauma and/or abuse, then I would be honored to sit with you and listen to your story. We can work together to help you gain perspective and insight, while helping you to move through traumas, transitions, and stressors into a healthier and more productive life.
(423) 205-5766 View (423) 205-5766
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Brynn Burger
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Johnson City, TN 37601
I offer individual, family, and group therapy settings focused on sexuality, addiction, trauma, marriage/partnerships, and families.
Struggling with marriage or partnership conflict, sexual trauma/abuse/addiction, or exploring individuality and healing somatic response to trauma? I pair my experience with over 20 years serving in various forms of mental health as a clinician trained in Trauma-Focused CBT, Integrative Sex Therapy to support sexual addiction recovery, counseling couples, families, and individuals working toward healing from infidelity, struggling with communication, or navigating non-traditional relationships.
I offer individual, family, and group therapy settings focused on sexuality, addiction, trauma, marriage/partnerships, and families.
Struggling with marriage or partnership conflict, sexual trauma/abuse/addiction, or exploring individuality and healing somatic response to trauma? I pair my experience with over 20 years serving in various forms of mental health as a clinician trained in Trauma-Focused CBT, Integrative Sex Therapy to support sexual addiction recovery, counseling couples, families, and individuals working toward healing from infidelity, struggling with communication, or navigating non-traditional relationships.
(423) 497-3781 View (423) 497-3781
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Stacey Shine
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Johnson City, TN 37615  (Online Only)
I have the most experience working in these areas: children, adolescents, trauma, family/marriage issues, substance abuse and interpersonal relationship issues.
I enjoying working with clients who are ready to get back to their optimal level of functioning. We all get in ruts and go through hard times. My goal is to help my clients figure out how to gain skills to get past what they are going through currently and be able to tackle any issues in the future as well.
I have the most experience working in these areas: children, adolescents, trauma, family/marriage issues, substance abuse and interpersonal relationship issues.
I enjoying working with clients who are ready to get back to their optimal level of functioning. We all get in ruts and go through hard times. My goal is to help my clients figure out how to gain skills to get past what they are going through currently and be able to tackle any issues in the future as well.
(423) 205-7099 View (423) 205-7099
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The Journey Center for Healing Arts, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCS, FAMI, MT-BC, MHSP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Johnson City, TN 37604
We have a collective of 8 therapists and 54+ years of collective experience and will be honored to help you, from ages 6 through 75, as an individual, as a couple, and as a family.
At The Journey Center for Healing Arts, we are passionate about helping people move beyond their past and into a full, authentic life. Trauma affects us all at some level - surviving physical pain, emotional pain, or spiritual pain - and it can keep us from living the life we want. We want to see you thrive through your healing process instead of continuing to struggle with worry, overwhelm, anxiety, depression, grief, and unhealthy relationships.
We have a collective of 8 therapists and 54+ years of collective experience and will be honored to help you, from ages 6 through 75, as an individual, as a couple, and as a family.
At The Journey Center for Healing Arts, we are passionate about helping people move beyond their past and into a full, authentic life. Trauma affects us all at some level - surviving physical pain, emotional pain, or spiritual pain - and it can keep us from living the life we want. We want to see you thrive through your healing process instead of continuing to struggle with worry, overwhelm, anxiety, depression, grief, and unhealthy relationships.
(423) 408-8041 View (423) 408-8041
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Rebecca Lewis Alexander
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Johnson City, TN 37601
I often offer perspectives from narrative, internal family systems, and cognitive behavioral therapy, as well as being grounded in a systemic, ecological and existential "home base.
All of us can identify times when we want more for ourselves but can't seem to make it happen. Things get in the way - busy schedules, stress, fatigue, fear, emotional blocks and old patterns. It's ok. It's not you. We are not meant to heal and grow on our own, and we never really reach the end. Second Nature Therapy offers a safe, supportive system of care for healing your wounds, growing your strengths, identifying your values and vision, and building habits that become "second nature" to nurturing your best life.
I often offer perspectives from narrative, internal family systems, and cognitive behavioral therapy, as well as being grounded in a systemic, ecological and existential "home base.
All of us can identify times when we want more for ourselves but can't seem to make it happen. Things get in the way - busy schedules, stress, fatigue, fear, emotional blocks and old patterns. It's ok. It's not you. We are not meant to heal and grow on our own, and we never really reach the end. Second Nature Therapy offers a safe, supportive system of care for healing your wounds, growing your strengths, identifying your values and vision, and building habits that become "second nature" to nurturing your best life.
(423) 556-7578 View (423) 556-7578
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Thaddeus Noto
Counselor, MDiv, LPC, MAC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gray, TN 37615
Appalachian Christian Counseling is a non-denominational Christian outreach to individuals and families in crisis founded by Thaddeus and Joyce Noto in the Tri-Cities, Tennessee. We seek to strengthen the hurting through a Christian Counseling ministry to people of all kinds in Kingsport, Johnson City, & Gray, TN. Our focus is in the area of counseling and encouraging anyone in crisis--whether from family strife, medical problems, financially tough times, depression, divorce, or spiritual uncertainty.
Appalachian Christian Counseling is a non-denominational Christian outreach to individuals and families in crisis founded by Thaddeus and Joyce Noto in the Tri-Cities, Tennessee. We seek to strengthen the hurting through a Christian Counseling ministry to people of all kinds in Kingsport, Johnson City, & Gray, TN. Our focus is in the area of counseling and encouraging anyone in crisis--whether from family strife, medical problems, financially tough times, depression, divorce, or spiritual uncertainty.
(423) 381-8856 View (423) 381-8856
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Ginger Ketron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Johnson City, TN 37604  (Online Only)
Ginger Ketron is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 9 years of experience working with children, adults, couples and families to overcome their unique barriers in life to improve their futures. She works to empower each patient with coping skills. She is passionate in assisting individuals in a family system to increase healthy boundaries and bonds that increase the success of their family. Ginger completed her MSW degree at East Tennessee State University where she was in the Advanced Standing Master's Program. She has worked with children and adults throughout her life who have or are dealing with effects of trauma.
Ginger Ketron is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 9 years of experience working with children, adults, couples and families to overcome their unique barriers in life to improve their futures. She works to empower each patient with coping skills. She is passionate in assisting individuals in a family system to increase healthy boundaries and bonds that increase the success of their family. Ginger completed her MSW degree at East Tennessee State University where she was in the Advanced Standing Master's Program. She has worked with children and adults throughout her life who have or are dealing with effects of trauma.
(423) 295-7486 View (423) 295-7486
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Carole K Webb
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, #233
Verified Verified
Jonesborough, TN 37659  (Online Only)
My specialty is family systems - no matter what size, type, color, household or whatever we are faced with so many new expressions of relationships these days - new ways to live together - and apart.
Although you can not change other people, you can change your reaction to them. Likewise, you can not change the past, but you can change your reaction to events of the past. I have a treasure chest of methods that I can teach you to quickly and effectively open a more satisfying life by focusing on your needs in the present. I also can help those who are grieving losses to learn how to carry their loved ones' spirit and connection into the future without debilitating their daily lives. Individual, group, couple and family therapy are all welcome. Ages 6-99.
My specialty is family systems - no matter what size, type, color, household or whatever we are faced with so many new expressions of relationships these days - new ways to live together - and apart.
Although you can not change other people, you can change your reaction to them. Likewise, you can not change the past, but you can change your reaction to events of the past. I have a treasure chest of methods that I can teach you to quickly and effectively open a more satisfying life by focusing on your needs in the present. I also can help those who are grieving losses to learn how to carry their loved ones' spirit and connection into the future without debilitating their daily lives. Individual, group, couple and family therapy are all welcome. Ages 6-99.
(423) 556-7287 View (423) 556-7287
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Erica Petree
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Johnson City, TN 37604
Over 18 years of experience providing Trauma Therapy, Postpartum Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy and Parenting and Co-Parenting.
Your current situation does not define you. It's a bump in the road, a pit-stop to learn from. It takes a village and I am here to be a part of your village. My scope of competence is in trauma, postpartum, attachment, family conflict, anxiety, school/work related problems, parent education, parent-child conflict, divorce, co-parenting and depression. Don't let the pain and struggle of your present situation keep you from living your truth. I am licensed in Tennessee, Texas, California and Virginia. Offering in-person therapy in Tennessee and virtual to Tennessee, California, Texas and Virginia.
Over 18 years of experience providing Trauma Therapy, Postpartum Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy and Parenting and Co-Parenting.
Your current situation does not define you. It's a bump in the road, a pit-stop to learn from. It takes a village and I am here to be a part of your village. My scope of competence is in trauma, postpartum, attachment, family conflict, anxiety, school/work related problems, parent education, parent-child conflict, divorce, co-parenting and depression. Don't let the pain and struggle of your present situation keep you from living your truth. I am licensed in Tennessee, Texas, California and Virginia. Offering in-person therapy in Tennessee and virtual to Tennessee, California, Texas and Virginia.
(423) 205-5757 View (423) 205-5757
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Brooke Holland Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Johnson City, TN 37604
My approach to individual trauma and family therapy is compassionate and empowering.
To those of you who are finding it hard to function at the level you are used to, the ones desperate for healing from a painful childhood, the ones who are dealing with the aftermath of a traumatic experience, or struggling to put into words what they are going through, Welcome. To the ones needing support as you navigate a difficult season of your life, the ones seeking support for your beloved child, and the ones needing direction in resolving family crisis and conflict, Welcome. To those of you who feel lost, grieved, alone, or overwhelmed, Welcome. You don't have to do it alone. I see you and I want to help you through it.
My approach to individual trauma and family therapy is compassionate and empowering.
To those of you who are finding it hard to function at the level you are used to, the ones desperate for healing from a painful childhood, the ones who are dealing with the aftermath of a traumatic experience, or struggling to put into words what they are going through, Welcome. To the ones needing support as you navigate a difficult season of your life, the ones seeking support for your beloved child, and the ones needing direction in resolving family crisis and conflict, Welcome. To those of you who feel lost, grieved, alone, or overwhelmed, Welcome. You don't have to do it alone. I see you and I want to help you through it.
(423) 524-9836 View (423) 524-9836
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Kirsten Higgins
Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP, Temp
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Johnson City, TN 37601
Is your family going through a stressful transition or issue? Do you wonder if your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, or problems at school? Do you ever wish your home was more peaceful? Are you a young adult who feels lost or worries about this new stage of life? If you feel like no one understands what you, your child, or your family are going through, then you’ve come to the right place! I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families through a variety of struggles, life transitions, and relationship conflicts.
Is your family going through a stressful transition or issue? Do you wonder if your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, or problems at school? Do you ever wish your home was more peaceful? Are you a young adult who feels lost or worries about this new stage of life? If you feel like no one understands what you, your child, or your family are going through, then you’ve come to the right place! I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families through a variety of struggles, life transitions, and relationship conflicts.
(423) 281-5320 View (423) 281-5320
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Kelly Munier
Counselor, MS, LPCMHSP
Verified Verified
Johnson City, TN 37601
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking for a counselor who is passionate about working with children, adolescents, and young adults and their families and helping them grow and change? Are you questioning your parenting skills or are concerned about your child's behavior? Is your child and your family having trouble dealing with a major change like a trauma? Are you troubled by your teenager's worries and sadness? I am here to help! I look forward to talking with you further! **Please see my website: www.growinglightcounseling.com for additional information.
Are you looking for a counselor who is passionate about working with children, adolescents, and young adults and their families and helping them grow and change? Are you questioning your parenting skills or are concerned about your child's behavior? Is your child and your family having trouble dealing with a major change like a trauma? Are you troubled by your teenager's worries and sadness? I am here to help! I look forward to talking with you further! **Please see my website: www.growinglightcounseling.com for additional information.
(423) 709-8185 View (423) 709-8185
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Mollie Creel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Johnson City, TN 37602
Feeling lost or stuck? Facing a big life change? Do you feel like you, your child, or your family could use a little extra help navigating life? Life can be challenging and unexpected events happen. Whatever you are facing, let’s work through it! I believe that you are the expert of your own experiences and I am here to come alongside you to provide you with the tools and resources you need to make the changes you want in your life. I will meet you where you are because your safety and trust are very important to me. I am here to listen and provide feedback to help you learn more about yourself and how you interact with the world.
Feeling lost or stuck? Facing a big life change? Do you feel like you, your child, or your family could use a little extra help navigating life? Life can be challenging and unexpected events happen. Whatever you are facing, let’s work through it! I believe that you are the expert of your own experiences and I am here to come alongside you to provide you with the tools and resources you need to make the changes you want in your life. I will meet you where you are because your safety and trust are very important to me. I am here to listen and provide feedback to help you learn more about yourself and how you interact with the world.
(423) 799-2192 View (423) 799-2192
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Casey Nicholson
Pre-Licensed Professional, DMin, MDiv, MA
Verified Verified
Johnson City, TN 37602  (Online Only)
I work with people who are facing a wide variety of problems including, but not limited to interpersonal struggles (romance, family, work, etc), grief after loss, divorce and breakups, etc.
I am an ordained minister with a doctorate in spiritually integrated clinical psychotherapy. My counseling practice is based in Greeneville, Tennessee, but I currently operate exclusively via an online, virtual based model in which I meet with clients via webcam which allows me to meet with clients throughout Tennessee. I offer a free initial consultation with no obligation to continue therapy after the first session. Please visit spiritualcareandcounseling.com to read more about me, my practice, and my fees, and to schedule your free consultation session.
I work with people who are facing a wide variety of problems including, but not limited to interpersonal struggles (romance, family, work, etc), grief after loss, divorce and breakups, etc.
I am an ordained minister with a doctorate in spiritually integrated clinical psychotherapy. My counseling practice is based in Greeneville, Tennessee, but I currently operate exclusively via an online, virtual based model in which I meet with clients via webcam which allows me to meet with clients throughout Tennessee. I offer a free initial consultation with no obligation to continue therapy after the first session. Please visit spiritualcareandcounseling.com to read more about me, my practice, and my fees, and to schedule your free consultation session.
(423) 525-9235 View (423) 525-9235
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Wendi S Read Biblically-Focused Mental Health Coach
EdS, MA, CTIC, CMR
Verified Verified
Johnson City, TN 37601
I understand the religious 'glass ceiling' and the special difficulties of a family being in the ministry.
YOU are worth investing in! Every day gives us a new chance to begin again. We all are seeking balance and perspective in this very chaotic world. Mitigating personal, professional, academic, relational, and spiritual integrity is a difficult challenge. I’m confident that together we can overcome any challenge or heart-break you face. If you struggle with unresolved pain, broken relationships or spiritual exhaustion, hope and new life are just around the corner. If you're ready to address the issues and do the work...I am ready to process them with you!
I understand the religious 'glass ceiling' and the special difficulties of a family being in the ministry.
YOU are worth investing in! Every day gives us a new chance to begin again. We all are seeking balance and perspective in this very chaotic world. Mitigating personal, professional, academic, relational, and spiritual integrity is a difficult challenge. I’m confident that together we can overcome any challenge or heart-break you face. If you struggle with unresolved pain, broken relationships or spiritual exhaustion, hope and new life are just around the corner. If you're ready to address the issues and do the work...I am ready to process them with you!
(423) 482-8269 View (423) 482-8269
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Rachael Voelker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Johnson City, TN 37601
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of TN & VA. I am certified in behavioral therapy, specifically Parent Child Interactive Therapy. This type of therapy helps you with kiddos developmentally 2 to 8 years old, I will help you correct their behaviors, improve your relationship, and increase self esteem while working directly through you, you will be working simultaneously with the child.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of TN & VA. I am certified in behavioral therapy, specifically Parent Child Interactive Therapy. This type of therapy helps you with kiddos developmentally 2 to 8 years old, I will help you correct their behaviors, improve your relationship, and increase self esteem while working directly through you, you will be working simultaneously with the child.
(423) 561-9594 View (423) 561-9594

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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.