Family Therapy in Roan Mountain, TN

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David G Pittman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSc, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Jefferson City, TN 37760
We are sad and overwhelmed with family struggles, or are just stuck in a rut at work.
We all need a little help at various points in life..... Everyone has times in life when it is difficult to work through things on your own. Marital/Couple Problems, Separation/Divorce, Blended families, Adolescence Problems, Intimacy Issues, Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Alcohol-Drug Abuse, Parenting Issues, Grief or Bereavement Issues, Stress, Conflict Resolution, Addiction, and many more. Many times, we need someone to help us sort through these changes in our lives. Change is difficult. But by having someone to walk with us through the process of change and challenge us to approach our problems differently, we can grow, succeed and be happy.
We are sad and overwhelmed with family struggles, or are just stuck in a rut at work.
We all need a little help at various points in life..... Everyone has times in life when it is difficult to work through things on your own. Marital/Couple Problems, Separation/Divorce, Blended families, Adolescence Problems, Intimacy Issues, Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Alcohol-Drug Abuse, Parenting Issues, Grief or Bereavement Issues, Stress, Conflict Resolution, Addiction, and many more. Many times, we need someone to help us sort through these changes in our lives. Change is difficult. But by having someone to walk with us through the process of change and challenge us to approach our problems differently, we can grow, succeed and be happy.
(865) 240-2201 View (865) 240-2201
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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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Larry Joseph Porta
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ICADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingsport, TN 37660
Whether you seek Individual, family or relational issues my 16 + years of counseling experience will help guide you in this process.
If your in a current struggle or if you are beginning to see a pattern in your self, of familiar circumstances and you desire freedom. I would look forward to the opportunity to to explore your options and assist you in changes that you will be willing to make.
Whether you seek Individual, family or relational issues my 16 + years of counseling experience will help guide you in this process.
If your in a current struggle or if you are beginning to see a pattern in your self, of familiar circumstances and you desire freedom. I would look forward to the opportunity to to explore your options and assist you in changes that you will be willing to make.
(423) 214-2216 View (423) 214-2216
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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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Sarah Clayton
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greeneville, TN 37745
My specialty is Marriage and Family Therapy, which focuses on seeing clients through the lens of the family/social systems that influence their lives.
My ambition is to provide counsel/therapy and guidance to individuals, couples, and/or families who are dealing with issues that affect them mentally, emotionally, physically, and/or spiritually. I like to help clients determine why they are experiencing their life challenges and develop goals and actions to resolve the issues they are facing. I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I also work with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, adjustment struggles, and grief. The techniques I most often use are rooted in CBT, The Gottman Method, and Family Systems.
My specialty is Marriage and Family Therapy, which focuses on seeing clients through the lens of the family/social systems that influence their lives.
My ambition is to provide counsel/therapy and guidance to individuals, couples, and/or families who are dealing with issues that affect them mentally, emotionally, physically, and/or spiritually. I like to help clients determine why they are experiencing their life challenges and develop goals and actions to resolve the issues they are facing. I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I also work with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, adjustment struggles, and grief. The techniques I most often use are rooted in CBT, The Gottman Method, and Family Systems.
(423) 460-9415 View (423) 460-9415
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Rachelle Folino
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Sevierville, TN 37862
Adolescents, family communication, trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, bi-polar, and working with military families are the other issues most common to my practice.
My areas of expertise come from formal training and hours of working through the top complaints of people in distressed relationships. Concerns expressed often include: we don't communicate, I feel like roommates, he doesn't talk, she thinks I can read her mind, sex is almost obsolete, whatever I do is never good enough, we aren't on the same page with parenting, I get no help around the house, I feel like a single parent, texting and social media emotional affairs and/or physical affairs have taken place".
Adolescents, family communication, trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, bi-polar, and working with military families are the other issues most common to my practice.
My areas of expertise come from formal training and hours of working through the top complaints of people in distressed relationships. Concerns expressed often include: we don't communicate, I feel like roommates, he doesn't talk, she thinks I can read her mind, sex is almost obsolete, whatever I do is never good enough, we aren't on the same page with parenting, I get no help around the house, I feel like a single parent, texting and social media emotional affairs and/or physical affairs have taken place".
(865) 366-1425 View (865) 366-1425
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Brooke Stephens
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37924  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I truly believe in client centered care, therefore, I match theoretical approaches to the needs and personality of the individual/couple/family.
Finding the best fit for a new therapist can be challenging and scary as you step into a place of vulnerability. My experience has provided me with the opportunity to work with those who suffer from severe mental illness and substance abuse over the last 10 years in various settings. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families who suffer from symptoms of depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, personality disorders, and thought disorders, as well as, those who suffer from trauma (ie. childhood attachment related issues or various relational traumas).
I truly believe in client centered care, therefore, I match theoretical approaches to the needs and personality of the individual/couple/family.
Finding the best fit for a new therapist can be challenging and scary as you step into a place of vulnerability. My experience has provided me with the opportunity to work with those who suffer from severe mental illness and substance abuse over the last 10 years in various settings. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families who suffer from symptoms of depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, personality disorders, and thought disorders, as well as, those who suffer from trauma (ie. childhood attachment related issues or various relational traumas).
(615) 205-4597 View (615) 205-4597
Photo of Sara Anderson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Roan Mountain, TN
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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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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Madison Idell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Greeneville, TN 37745
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in helping individuals with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or Autism ages 5-25. I also have experience facilitating family and couples counseling. I can provide perinatal therapy services as well for mothers who are pregnant or postpartum.
I specialize in helping individuals with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or Autism ages 5-25. I also have experience facilitating family and couples counseling. I can provide perinatal therapy services as well for mothers who are pregnant or postpartum.
(423) 690-7802 View (423) 690-7802
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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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Christopher Canclini
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rogersville, TN 37857  (Online Only)
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, relationships or family can feel broken or full of tension and fighting. Sometimes in life we can feel disconnected and struggle to find joy, peace, calm and serenity. Sometimes struggles, problems or relationship issues begin to disrupt our thoughts and daily life and damage relationships. If you are looking for hope in your life, family, and/or relationships... If you are tired of the anxiety, depression, fighting and tension with your partner, family or teens... if you feel like you've lost control it's time to seek help and therapy. I offer Tele Health in CA and TN.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, relationships or family can feel broken or full of tension and fighting. Sometimes in life we can feel disconnected and struggle to find joy, peace, calm and serenity. Sometimes struggles, problems or relationship issues begin to disrupt our thoughts and daily life and damage relationships. If you are looking for hope in your life, family, and/or relationships... If you are tired of the anxiety, depression, fighting and tension with your partner, family or teens... if you feel like you've lost control it's time to seek help and therapy. I offer Tele Health in CA and TN.
(805) 395-4375 View (805) 395-4375
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Tommy E Clapp
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jefferson City, TN 37760
I am a Licensed Therapist and I am a Clinical Fellow of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT).
I am here for you. My number one goal is to provide top quality care that is affordable, efficient and helpful. As a Client you can expect to see great customer service, care, quality and confidentiality. I know how to help you and growing up in East Tennessee I know the area in which we live and the hardships and joys that come with that. Give me a call or email and lets work together to find that better you!
I am a Licensed Therapist and I am a Clinical Fellow of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT).
I am here for you. My number one goal is to provide top quality care that is affordable, efficient and helpful. As a Client you can expect to see great customer service, care, quality and confidentiality. I know how to help you and growing up in East Tennessee I know the area in which we live and the hardships and joys that come with that. Give me a call or email and lets work together to find that better you!
(865) 375-8411 View (865) 375-8411
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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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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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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
Photo of Karoline Bowman, Licensed Professional Counselor in Roan Mountain, TN
Karoline Bowman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Newport, TN 37821
My ideal client would be an adolescent, family, or young adult seeking to learn more about natural, healthy, positive ways to overcome the struggles of life. Needs would include finding more effective ways of communicating feelings to others, finding understanding ways to approach conflict, and finding positive ways to cope with difficulties. The client would want to work on changing unhealthy/ineffective behavior patterns and begin a process of change.
My ideal client would be an adolescent, family, or young adult seeking to learn more about natural, healthy, positive ways to overcome the struggles of life. Needs would include finding more effective ways of communicating feelings to others, finding understanding ways to approach conflict, and finding positive ways to cope with difficulties. The client would want to work on changing unhealthy/ineffective behavior patterns and begin a process of change.
(423) 347-2454 View (423) 347-2454
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Ryan Woodzell
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kingsport, TN 37664
Waitlist for new clients
Coming to therapy can be a scary thing. It takes courage, strength, and power to take the steps to go to and actively participate in the ways that you need. Things like trauma, family issues, depression and anxiety, questioning your faith, low self-esteem, and many others can push you to a place of feeling alone and inadequate. You may have had experiences with therapy that make you feel like it doesn't work or that it isn't for you. I would love to be able to join you in your journey, help you process and explore those difficulties, and move toward a better place in your life.
Coming to therapy can be a scary thing. It takes courage, strength, and power to take the steps to go to and actively participate in the ways that you need. Things like trauma, family issues, depression and anxiety, questioning your faith, low self-esteem, and many others can push you to a place of feeling alone and inadequate. You may have had experiences with therapy that make you feel like it doesn't work or that it isn't for you. I would love to be able to join you in your journey, help you process and explore those difficulties, and move toward a better place in your life.
(423) 564-4054 View (423) 564-4054
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Richard R Dion
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37914
As a primary therapist and sole owner of Broken Vessels Counseling, I am focused on only one thing, your success. I am passionate about walking along side the hurting, the lost, the captive, the broken, as they discover for themselves their own unique qualities that make them the treasured works of art they where always meant to be. It is my belief that through client centered individual therapy; "Team" oriented Family Therapy; and peer support group therapy; anyone who comes through our program and gives it all they have will successfully transition towards their desired goal in life, with new inner self awareness, esteem.
As a primary therapist and sole owner of Broken Vessels Counseling, I am focused on only one thing, your success. I am passionate about walking along side the hurting, the lost, the captive, the broken, as they discover for themselves their own unique qualities that make them the treasured works of art they where always meant to be. It is my belief that through client centered individual therapy; "Team" oriented Family Therapy; and peer support group therapy; anyone who comes through our program and gives it all they have will successfully transition towards their desired goal in life, with new inner self awareness, esteem.
(865) 326-3660 View (865) 326-3660
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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
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.