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Deborah Bell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27511  (Online Only)
Dr. Deborah T. Bell is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of North Carolina. She has experience collaborating with military and civilian families to resolve anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, loss, and relational concerns between couples. She obtained her BA in Communication from DePaul University, her Master of Family Therapy from Drexel University, and her Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy for Military Families from North Central University. She completed her doctoral internship at the Fort Bragg military installation.
Dr. Deborah T. Bell is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of North Carolina. She has experience collaborating with military and civilian families to resolve anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, loss, and relational concerns between couples. She obtained her BA in Communication from DePaul University, her Master of Family Therapy from Drexel University, and her Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy for Military Families from North Central University. She completed her doctoral internship at the Fort Bragg military installation.
(339) 218-3090 View (339) 218-3090
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Laura Bradshaw
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27511
I am a Raleigh-based therapist with experience counseling anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, habit formation, body-image, marital conflict, and low self-esteem. I counsel teenagers, adults, and couples. I have my associates' license in Marriage and Family Therapy in North Carolina. I have a faith background and can incorporate faith into the counseling session if the client so desires. I am private pay and have immediate availability, offering both in person and virtual sessions.
I am a Raleigh-based therapist with experience counseling anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, habit formation, body-image, marital conflict, and low self-esteem. I counsel teenagers, adults, and couples. I have my associates' license in Marriage and Family Therapy in North Carolina. I have a faith background and can incorporate faith into the counseling session if the client so desires. I am private pay and have immediate availability, offering both in person and virtual sessions.
(919) 849-3945 View (919) 849-3945
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Tameka L McFarland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, NCC, CPLC
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27511
My preferred theoretical modalities are Narrative Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Family Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
My name is Tameka McFarland. I treat individuals, couples who are dating, planning to get married, currently married, or are considering divorce. I will treat emotional concerns that are affecting intimacy between a client and their partner. I provide support to families who have concerns about parenting. I will see any client ages 16 and up of all ethnicities and sexual orientations. My ideal client would be a couple or family, however, when seeing individuals, I encourage that the client bring another support person that they trust to their sessions. I also provide life coaching services. Telehealth services are also offered.
My preferred theoretical modalities are Narrative Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Family Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
My name is Tameka McFarland. I treat individuals, couples who are dating, planning to get married, currently married, or are considering divorce. I will treat emotional concerns that are affecting intimacy between a client and their partner. I provide support to families who have concerns about parenting. I will see any client ages 16 and up of all ethnicities and sexual orientations. My ideal client would be a couple or family, however, when seeing individuals, I encourage that the client bring another support person that they trust to their sessions. I also provide life coaching services. Telehealth services are also offered.
(919) 504-5030 View (919) 504-5030
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Mark Gough
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27513  (Online Only)
I've focused on adults, couples, and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, controlling anger, family conflict, substance abuse, and behavioral issues.
My practice over the past 25 years as an LCMHC has allowed me to help people of diverse backgrounds overcome a variety of life's challenges. I help people by meeting with them, learning about their problems and discovering ways for them to feel more at ease. The most common issues that I help people with involve their moods (for example sadness, worrying, anger or stress) and with their relationships. The type of psychotherapy I do is very intense and short term compared to other types of counseling. It’s called Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. It means that we explore the ways your thoughts, beliefs and feelings affect each other.
I've focused on adults, couples, and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, controlling anger, family conflict, substance abuse, and behavioral issues.
My practice over the past 25 years as an LCMHC has allowed me to help people of diverse backgrounds overcome a variety of life's challenges. I help people by meeting with them, learning about their problems and discovering ways for them to feel more at ease. The most common issues that I help people with involve their moods (for example sadness, worrying, anger or stress) and with their relationships. The type of psychotherapy I do is very intense and short term compared to other types of counseling. It’s called Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. It means that we explore the ways your thoughts, beliefs and feelings affect each other.
(984) 363-2641 View (984) 363-2641
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Mary Key
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27511
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist with 19 years of experience providing mental health and substance abuse counseling. I specialize in: helping individuals with problem substance use learn how to live a life in recovery. I work with individuals helping to navigate family and friend relationships as well as emotional struggles. I work with adults to problem solve career and relationship difficulties.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist with 19 years of experience providing mental health and substance abuse counseling. I specialize in: helping individuals with problem substance use learn how to live a life in recovery. I work with individuals helping to navigate family and friend relationships as well as emotional struggles. I work with adults to problem solve career and relationship difficulties.
(919) 533-4509 View (919) 533-4509
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Priya Sheth, LCMHC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC, PLLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511
I specialize in working with young children up to college age students in an individual and family setting.
Choosing to get help with life's difficulties is not always an easy decision to make. Congratulations in taking this first step, and thank you for considering me as a resource in helping you to successfully overcome the challenges you are currently facing.
I specialize in working with young children up to college age students in an individual and family setting.
Choosing to get help with life's difficulties is not always an easy decision to make. Congratulations in taking this first step, and thank you for considering me as a resource in helping you to successfully overcome the challenges you are currently facing.
(919) 374-3056 View (919) 374-3056
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Jeffrey Levy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27511
www.CouplesCounseling.com: As Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists devoted to helping people, we offer psychotherapy to individual adults, and couples through Carolina Counseling & Wellness Center, PC. Our specialty is couples counseling - helping couples discover solutions to problems that lead to more fulfilling relationships. Our practitioners are: Jeff Levy, LMFT and Dr. Toni Rabinowitz, Ph.D, LMFT. Each with over 25 experience, we share expertise and similar perspectives on couples counseling. Please visit our website at www.CouplesCounseling.com to learn more about us.
www.CouplesCounseling.com: As Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists devoted to helping people, we offer psychotherapy to individual adults, and couples through Carolina Counseling & Wellness Center, PC. Our specialty is couples counseling - helping couples discover solutions to problems that lead to more fulfilling relationships. Our practitioners are: Jeff Levy, LMFT and Dr. Toni Rabinowitz, Ph.D, LMFT. Each with over 25 experience, we share expertise and similar perspectives on couples counseling. Please visit our website at www.CouplesCounseling.com to learn more about us.
(919) 666-3151 View (919) 666-3151
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Cynthia D Hughes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27513
Waitlist for new clients
Good psychotherapy requires a "match" between client(s) and therapist and avoids "stretching the client to fit the couch." Finding the right psychotherapist involves both clinical skill and personality match. A good therapist is genuine, warm, and offers a human relationship with active listening, guidance, and good advice. As a Marriage & Family Therapist, what I offer as a clinician is an active style of psychotherapy with a high regard for where you are in your journey, what your goals are, and what things can be pointed out and changed along the path to growth and improved relationships.
Good psychotherapy requires a "match" between client(s) and therapist and avoids "stretching the client to fit the couch." Finding the right psychotherapist involves both clinical skill and personality match. A good therapist is genuine, warm, and offers a human relationship with active listening, guidance, and good advice. As a Marriage & Family Therapist, what I offer as a clinician is an active style of psychotherapy with a high regard for where you are in your journey, what your goals are, and what things can be pointed out and changed along the path to growth and improved relationships.
(984) 203-6882 View (984) 203-6882
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Nicole Imbraguglio
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27518
My child work spans childhood/teen issues: depression, anxiety, family conflict or divorce, behavior problems, problems with peers, social problems, AD/HD, LD, family and school difficulties, shyness, aggression, substance use, bi-polar, body image, and Asperger's.
I provide therapy and assessment services to individuals of all ages, having worked with children from age 6 through adults into their 60s. I am committed to making therapy or evaluation a positive and helpful experience for all of my clients. My work with adults has included: depression, anxiety, couple's issues, physical symptoms of stress, family and peer relationships, assertiveness, weight issues, life transitions, and parent coaching. In addition, I have extensive experience working with survivors of trauma, to include adult sexual trauma, adult survivors of child sexual abuse, and post-traumatic stress disorder in both veterans and non-veterans.
My child work spans childhood/teen issues: depression, anxiety, family conflict or divorce, behavior problems, problems with peers, social problems, AD/HD, LD, family and school difficulties, shyness, aggression, substance use, bi-polar, body image, and Asperger's.
I provide therapy and assessment services to individuals of all ages, having worked with children from age 6 through adults into their 60s. I am committed to making therapy or evaluation a positive and helpful experience for all of my clients. My work with adults has included: depression, anxiety, couple's issues, physical symptoms of stress, family and peer relationships, assertiveness, weight issues, life transitions, and parent coaching. In addition, I have extensive experience working with survivors of trauma, to include adult sexual trauma, adult survivors of child sexual abuse, and post-traumatic stress disorder in both veterans and non-veterans.
(919) 361-6800 View (919) 361-6800
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Better Health for First Responders
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27512  (Online Only)
My primary focus is first responders and their family members; I do see others as well.
If you want to be happier and healthier but feel stuck trying to get there on your own, I can help. If the burdens of caring for others are getting heavy, I can help you lighten the load. My mission is to use evidence-based techniques to help you achieve healing and growth. We will identify your problem areas and strengths, then target the priorities that matter to you the most. Getting better may involve confronting painful memories or situations you've been avoiding, but please know that I'll help you through that at the right pace. Your hard work will pay off as you reclaim areas of your life.
My primary focus is first responders and their family members; I do see others as well.
If you want to be happier and healthier but feel stuck trying to get there on your own, I can help. If the burdens of caring for others are getting heavy, I can help you lighten the load. My mission is to use evidence-based techniques to help you achieve healing and growth. We will identify your problem areas and strengths, then target the priorities that matter to you the most. Getting better may involve confronting painful memories or situations you've been avoiding, but please know that I'll help you through that at the right pace. Your hard work will pay off as you reclaim areas of your life.
(984) 305-3350 View (984) 305-3350
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Erin Lewis
Counselor, MS, LCMHC, NCC, NARM MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27513
Erin is trained in the following modalities: NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM), Internal Family Systems (IFS), mind-body/somatic interventions, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), existential theory and cognitive processing techniques.
Erin believes that all people need connection with others to be able to thrive. She operates from a multicultural perspective and strives to create an honest, empathetic, non-judgmental, and safe therapeutic environment. As an LCMHC & NARM Master Therapist, Erin has been trained in a wide array of modalities to help clients heal. Erin believes that every person is unique. Erin tailors the treatment modality to what the client best responds to. She believes in the long-standing research that supports treatments in mind-body/somatic therapy.
Erin is trained in the following modalities: NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM), Internal Family Systems (IFS), mind-body/somatic interventions, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), existential theory and cognitive processing techniques.
Erin believes that all people need connection with others to be able to thrive. She operates from a multicultural perspective and strives to create an honest, empathetic, non-judgmental, and safe therapeutic environment. As an LCMHC & NARM Master Therapist, Erin has been trained in a wide array of modalities to help clients heal. Erin believes that every person is unique. Erin tailors the treatment modality to what the client best responds to. She believes in the long-standing research that supports treatments in mind-body/somatic therapy.
(919) 343-0485 View (919) 343-0485
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Inventive Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCTP, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27511
My approach tends to be cognitive-behavioral and family systems oriented.
People of all ages can be helped by speaking to a professional about challenges in daily life. The value of the services you receive is related to the effectiveness of the services in meeting your goals. I am committed to providing effective services by maintaining a smaller number of clients, increasing the amount of time I am able to devote to each couple, family, or individual I work with. If you are looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or are just ready to move in a different direction, I look forward to working with you.
My approach tends to be cognitive-behavioral and family systems oriented.
People of all ages can be helped by speaking to a professional about challenges in daily life. The value of the services you receive is related to the effectiveness of the services in meeting your goals. I am committed to providing effective services by maintaining a smaller number of clients, increasing the amount of time I am able to devote to each couple, family, or individual I work with. If you are looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or are just ready to move in a different direction, I look forward to working with you.
(919) 429-8830 View (919) 429-8830
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Hall Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511
Your family will thank you.
Evening appointments until 10pm with online scheduling at hallfamilytherapy.com Dr Hall has been practicing for over 22 years in many different contexts all over the country, and has been married 23 years with 5 kids. Dr Hall can help you with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and deep existential questions. Couples benefit from using the research based Gottman method with Dr. Hall and have permanent results. With experience as a professor, supervisor and therapist in community health working with even the most severe disorders like bipolar, schizophrenia, severe depression, substance abuse/dependency, self-harming, and suicidality.
Your family will thank you.
Evening appointments until 10pm with online scheduling at hallfamilytherapy.com Dr Hall has been practicing for over 22 years in many different contexts all over the country, and has been married 23 years with 5 kids. Dr Hall can help you with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and deep existential questions. Couples benefit from using the research based Gottman method with Dr. Hall and have permanent results. With experience as a professor, supervisor and therapist in community health working with even the most severe disorders like bipolar, schizophrenia, severe depression, substance abuse/dependency, self-harming, and suicidality.
(919) 794-3113 View (919) 794-3113
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Ali-Marie Mattice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27511
I am a Licensed Social Worker who primarily sees older adolescents and adults. My experience and interests including working with clients to manage issues such as depression, anxiety, stress management, stages of life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, emotional regulation, as well as relationship and family issues.
I am a Licensed Social Worker who primarily sees older adolescents and adults. My experience and interests including working with clients to manage issues such as depression, anxiety, stress management, stages of life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, emotional regulation, as well as relationship and family issues.
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Wake Counseling & Mediation, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, NCC, LPCS
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511
License & Certifications: Licensed Professional Counselor/Supervisor, National Certified Counselor, Certified in Family & Divorce Mediation and Parenting Coordination.
Welcome to Wake Counseling & Mediation! We provide the professional guidance you need to resolve wide variety of life issues. Our therapists are experienced & well trained to listen, guide, and respectfully challenge you. We have a team of passionate clinicians who has the expertise in different areas related to mental health & family issues. We are guiding individuals, couples and families make needed lifestyle adjustments that resulted in healthier coping skills, improved communication, and happiness. We also couples & families with adjustment, parenting issues, marital issues and substance use/abuse related issues.
License & Certifications: Licensed Professional Counselor/Supervisor, National Certified Counselor, Certified in Family & Divorce Mediation and Parenting Coordination.
Welcome to Wake Counseling & Mediation! We provide the professional guidance you need to resolve wide variety of life issues. Our therapists are experienced & well trained to listen, guide, and respectfully challenge you. We have a team of passionate clinicians who has the expertise in different areas related to mental health & family issues. We are guiding individuals, couples and families make needed lifestyle adjustments that resulted in healthier coping skills, improved communication, and happiness. We also couples & families with adjustment, parenting issues, marital issues and substance use/abuse related issues.
(919) 514-2316 x1 View (919) 514-2316 x1
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Amoore's Counseling Service
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511
I've worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family, bipolar, and many others.
We are accepting New Clients! It takes courage to recognize steps need to be taken to seek a more fulfilling life and for change to happen. Are ready to make that step? I am here to support and help you in your journey. People are hurting and trying to understand why they are going through hard times. Everyone at some point need help overcoming problems that life throws our way. It's always helpful to have someone to talk to and help release the unwanted and harmful buildup that life brings. Together we can navigate through the unwelcome issue that arise in your life.
I've worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family, bipolar, and many others.
We are accepting New Clients! It takes courage to recognize steps need to be taken to seek a more fulfilling life and for change to happen. Are ready to make that step? I am here to support and help you in your journey. People are hurting and trying to understand why they are going through hard times. Everyone at some point need help overcoming problems that life throws our way. It's always helpful to have someone to talk to and help release the unwanted and harmful buildup that life brings. Together we can navigate through the unwelcome issue that arise in your life.
(984) 201-7679 View (984) 201-7679
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Christi Baggett Stanforth
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27511
At Greenwood Therapy I provide collaborative, strengths-based counseling for people dealing with depression, anxiety, and related disorders; trauma and grief; relationship problems; difficult transitions; and career questions. I work with individuals 18 years and older and with couples. My approach varies based on the client's needs, using insights from interpersonal and psychodynamic therapy, narrative and family systems therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based stress management. I have particular experience with issues facing clients in blended families and long-distance relationships; and I understand the challenges of changing direction in midlife, partly because counseling is my second career.
At Greenwood Therapy I provide collaborative, strengths-based counseling for people dealing with depression, anxiety, and related disorders; trauma and grief; relationship problems; difficult transitions; and career questions. I work with individuals 18 years and older and with couples. My approach varies based on the client's needs, using insights from interpersonal and psychodynamic therapy, narrative and family systems therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based stress management. I have particular experience with issues facing clients in blended families and long-distance relationships; and I understand the challenges of changing direction in midlife, partly because counseling is my second career.
(919) 551-3592 View (919) 551-3592
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Stephanie K Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27513
I work with adolescents and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, family conflict, parenting issues, grief/loss, trauma recovery, infidelity, and several other life transitions.
Your decision to start therapy is a courageous step toward living a full life. I believe that good emotional health is a vital part of life and that choosing therapy is a gift that we can give to ourselves. I know and understand that the prospect of entering therapy can seem daunting. My goal is for you to feel accepted, and heard. I want you to know that whatever you are working through, it is important to me and I recognize the courage it takes to heal. I am a strengths-based therapist believing that each person has gifts enabling them to make desired changes.
I work with adolescents and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, family conflict, parenting issues, grief/loss, trauma recovery, infidelity, and several other life transitions.
Your decision to start therapy is a courageous step toward living a full life. I believe that good emotional health is a vital part of life and that choosing therapy is a gift that we can give to ourselves. I know and understand that the prospect of entering therapy can seem daunting. My goal is for you to feel accepted, and heard. I want you to know that whatever you are working through, it is important to me and I recognize the courage it takes to heal. I am a strengths-based therapist believing that each person has gifts enabling them to make desired changes.
(919) 689-4288 View (919) 689-4288
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Melissa Yarborough
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP-P
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27518  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, or relationship concerns? You don't have to do it alone. I can help. My primary specialty areas include survivors of interpersonal violence and sexual assault, other trauma survivors, and members of the LGBTQIA community. I also greatly enjoy working with those who struggle with family-related concerns and life transitions including grief and loss, pregnancy & postpartum, marriage & divorce, adjusting to college or a new career, etc.
Are you struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, or relationship concerns? You don't have to do it alone. I can help. My primary specialty areas include survivors of interpersonal violence and sexual assault, other trauma survivors, and members of the LGBTQIA community. I also greatly enjoy working with those who struggle with family-related concerns and life transitions including grief and loss, pregnancy & postpartum, marriage & divorce, adjusting to college or a new career, etc.
(919) 600-4906 View (919) 600-4906
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Silver Linings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27511
I enjoy working with dully diagnosed clients, victims of violence, adults dealing with stress, anxiety, overwhelm, various traumas, depression, anxiety and so much more. I am an enthusiastic and outcome-based leader with the ability to assess needs, communicate challenges and develop solution focused interventions. I have extensive clinical training in motivational interviewing, strengths-based practice, family centered treatment and trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy.
I enjoy working with dully diagnosed clients, victims of violence, adults dealing with stress, anxiety, overwhelm, various traumas, depression, anxiety and so much more. I am an enthusiastic and outcome-based leader with the ability to assess needs, communicate challenges and develop solution focused interventions. I have extensive clinical training in motivational interviewing, strengths-based practice, family centered treatment and trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy.
(984) 333-5591 View (984) 333-5591
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.