Family Therapy in Drayton Valley, AB
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We specialize in building healthy relationships and a supportive family unit. We cannot always control what happens in life, however we can control how we respond or react. Some of life's experiences are painful but the hurts do not need to continue forever. We come alongside and meet you where you are in your healing journey. We help bring clarity so you can work through your hurts that prevent you from enjoying life to the fullest. We help you to develop Resiliency. The unique ability to bounce back or quickly recover from a setback, hurt or trauma.
We specialize in building healthy relationships and a supportive family unit. We cannot always control what happens in life, however we can control how we respond or react. Some of life's experiences are painful but the hurts do not need to continue forever. We come alongside and meet you where you are in your healing journey. We help bring clarity so you can work through your hurts that prevent you from enjoying life to the fullest. We help you to develop Resiliency. The unique ability to bounce back or quickly recover from a setback, hurt or trauma.
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Lenore Marie Schrader Registered Provisional Psychologist
BA, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Drayton Valley, AB T7A
If you are ready to create change in your life, I am ready to help! I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist, and work from an attachment-based, client-centered approach,.I work hard to support you in deciding on every step of the therapeutic process, because this is all about you! There is no restriction to topic, struggle, situation or trauma, and my years of experience offer insight and empathy in a very genuine way that will resonate with every client. I look forward to meeting, and offer free 15 minute virtual appointments so you have the opportunity to meet me and ask questions!
If you are ready to create change in your life, I am ready to help! I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist, and work from an attachment-based, client-centered approach,.I work hard to support you in deciding on every step of the therapeutic process, because this is all about you! There is no restriction to topic, struggle, situation or trauma, and my years of experience offer insight and empathy in a very genuine way that will resonate with every client. I look forward to meeting, and offer free 15 minute virtual appointments so you have the opportunity to meet me and ask questions!
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Trauma is a word that no one likes to hear, let alone experience. It comes in different forms: childhood, domestic violence, sexual assault, injury, our job, along with additional experiences that may come up. Facing trauma alone can be overwhelming, scary, and painful. This can cause additional physical health problems that can interfere with daily activities. You may experience nightmares, as if you are reliving the event. You may not want to leave your house for fear of it happening again. Knowing and understanding that therapy can take time and effort, I am committed to working alongside you through your healing journey.
Trauma is a word that no one likes to hear, let alone experience. It comes in different forms: childhood, domestic violence, sexual assault, injury, our job, along with additional experiences that may come up. Facing trauma alone can be overwhelming, scary, and painful. This can cause additional physical health problems that can interfere with daily activities. You may experience nightmares, as if you are reliving the event. You may not want to leave your house for fear of it happening again. Knowing and understanding that therapy can take time and effort, I am committed to working alongside you through your healing journey.
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Cherise Gardipee: Daring Greatly Psychological Services
Psychologist, MACP, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Drayton Valley, AB T7A
Waitlist for new clients
Thank you for selecting my profile! I am the director of Daring Greatly Psychological and offer supervision to Registered Provisional Psychologists. While my caseload is currently full, my wonderful team members at Daring Greatly Psychological are available to assist you with your care.
Thank you for selecting my profile! I am the director of Daring Greatly Psychological and offer supervision to Registered Provisional Psychologists. While my caseload is currently full, my wonderful team members at Daring Greatly Psychological are available to assist you with your care.
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Sarah-Louise Murray
Counsellor, CCC, MPCC, CT-AB, CT-PEI, RCC-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Drayton Valley, AB T7A (Online Only)
August 2024 - New Availability & 5 openings. I welcome those struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Loneliness, unprocessed trauma, "ADHD" symptoms and substance use. Together we will use my 20+ years of experience and training to get you back to enjoying life. I create sessions that enable you to learn new information, practice new skills, develop a positive sense of self and strengthen your ability to live each day feeling satisfied and successful. Let's get you back to enjoying life!
August 2024 - New Availability & 5 openings. I welcome those struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Loneliness, unprocessed trauma, "ADHD" symptoms and substance use. Together we will use my 20+ years of experience and training to get you back to enjoying life. I create sessions that enable you to learn new information, practice new skills, develop a positive sense of self and strengthen your ability to live each day feeling satisfied and successful. Let's get you back to enjoying life!
More Therapists Nearby
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We offer sessions for trauma therapy, grief/loss, couples/relationship counselling, family/parenting challenges and counselling for children/youth ages 8-17.
Are you struggling with life's challenges? Dealing with chronic stress or traumatic experience? Have you faced a loss of some kind through death, divorce or the loss of a job/retirement and having difficulties coping? Perhaps you are questioning life, want a change but don't know what or how to create it? Our counselling therapists, Kandice Wynia and Laura Lucas, are here to support and help. We will encourage you to recognize your own strengths and resources and empower you to take care of your own needs in a healthy way.
We offer sessions for trauma therapy, grief/loss, couples/relationship counselling, family/parenting challenges and counselling for children/youth ages 8-17.
Are you struggling with life's challenges? Dealing with chronic stress or traumatic experience? Have you faced a loss of some kind through death, divorce or the loss of a job/retirement and having difficulties coping? Perhaps you are questioning life, want a change but don't know what or how to create it? Our counselling therapists, Kandice Wynia and Laura Lucas, are here to support and help. We will encourage you to recognize your own strengths and resources and empower you to take care of your own needs in a healthy way.
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Braden Victor Moore
Counsellor, BEd, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T7A (Online Only)
I work with all sorts of people, but 2SLGBTQ+ issues and the challenges of being queer in a majority heterosexual world are often the centre of conversation. I focus on helping people to understand and express their identity in the context of the intersection between 2SLGBTQ+ issues and the mental health struggles that accompany this journey, such as anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Many people in and out of the 2SLGBTQ+ community are struggling with anxious or intrusive thoughts, dealing with family rejection or loss, and experiencing depression. It's time to take control of our identities.
I work with all sorts of people, but 2SLGBTQ+ issues and the challenges of being queer in a majority heterosexual world are often the centre of conversation. I focus on helping people to understand and express their identity in the context of the intersection between 2SLGBTQ+ issues and the mental health struggles that accompany this journey, such as anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Many people in and out of the 2SLGBTQ+ community are struggling with anxious or intrusive thoughts, dealing with family rejection or loss, and experiencing depression. It's time to take control of our identities.
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Alberta Practical Counselling Solutions
Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T7A (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or burned out? Do you struggle to find time for yourself in your busy schedule? If so, you are not alone. Many people neglect their own well-being in the pursuit of success, productivity, or pleasing others. But this can have serious consequences for your health and happiness. That's why at Alberta Practical, we believe in the power of self-care. Self-care is not selfish or indulgent. It's a necessary and beneficial practice that can help you achieve your goals, maintain your relationships, and enjoy your life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or burned out? Do you struggle to find time for yourself in your busy schedule? If so, you are not alone. Many people neglect their own well-being in the pursuit of success, productivity, or pleasing others. But this can have serious consequences for your health and happiness. That's why at Alberta Practical, we believe in the power of self-care. Self-care is not selfish or indulgent. It's a necessary and beneficial practice that can help you achieve your goals, maintain your relationships, and enjoy your life.
Online Therapists
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Skyler Todd
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5P
I also have a special interest around queer family and fertility conversations.
My work is guided by the belief that our stories are nested within broader social, cultural, economic, and political narratives that can diminish our personal ways of knowing the world. I aim to nurture a collaborative, transparent, and empathic space where we can be curious about the stories we tell. A space of possibility to wonder if there are more valuable stories that we could author. Guided by feminist and queer care ethics, my intention is to cultivate a transformative relationship where we can construct counter-stories that center your personal values.
I also have a special interest around queer family and fertility conversations.
My work is guided by the belief that our stories are nested within broader social, cultural, economic, and political narratives that can diminish our personal ways of knowing the world. I aim to nurture a collaborative, transparent, and empathic space where we can be curious about the stories we tell. A space of possibility to wonder if there are more valuable stories that we could author. Guided by feminist and queer care ethics, my intention is to cultivate a transformative relationship where we can construct counter-stories that center your personal values.
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Norman Wang
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MCCP, Psy D, MTS
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6E
My specialty are child and adolescent therapy involved with play therapy, art therapy, sand-tray tray therapy, couple and family therapy.
With 35 years working experience in counselling and psychotherapy in Chicago, Taiwan, Toronto, and Edmonton, I am here to support and empower you in your life journey. I have specialty trainings in CBT, DBT, ACT, EFT and client centered and strength-based therapy, evidence-based therapy, art therapy, play therapy, sand-tray therapy, hypnotherapy, functional family therapy and structural and system therapy respectively. I am fluent in English, Mandarin, Cantonese as well. I am also culturally and trauma-informed sensitive to your needs. I also performed some form of assessment such as depression and anxiety ADHD and career inventory.
My specialty are child and adolescent therapy involved with play therapy, art therapy, sand-tray tray therapy, couple and family therapy.
With 35 years working experience in counselling and psychotherapy in Chicago, Taiwan, Toronto, and Edmonton, I am here to support and empower you in your life journey. I have specialty trainings in CBT, DBT, ACT, EFT and client centered and strength-based therapy, evidence-based therapy, art therapy, play therapy, sand-tray therapy, hypnotherapy, functional family therapy and structural and system therapy respectively. I am fluent in English, Mandarin, Cantonese as well. I am also culturally and trauma-informed sensitive to your needs. I also performed some form of assessment such as depression and anxiety ADHD and career inventory.
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Benton is a Registered Psychologist who holds a Master's degree in Marital and Family Therapy from Loma Linda University. He has worked in the counselling profession for over 18 years.
Benton is a Registered Psychologist who holds a Master's degree in Marital and Family Therapy from Loma Linda University. He has worked in the counselling profession for over 18 years.
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Are you a little different? Queer or Trans? ADHDer? Autistic spouse? Survivor of Religious Trauma? Maybe you have a specific set of unique personalities in your family. Maybe you have a bunch of labels but what you really want to talk about is being lonely. Maybe you've never found someone who really acknowledged that thinking your way through your problems doesn't work. Your problems don't fit in a neat little category, and you don't have a nice little summary of who you are, where you came from, and what is ailing you. Guess what? That's exactly how therapy starts: with the best pieces of you all tangled up with fear and shame.
Are you a little different? Queer or Trans? ADHDer? Autistic spouse? Survivor of Religious Trauma? Maybe you have a specific set of unique personalities in your family. Maybe you have a bunch of labels but what you really want to talk about is being lonely. Maybe you've never found someone who really acknowledged that thinking your way through your problems doesn't work. Your problems don't fit in a neat little category, and you don't have a nice little summary of who you are, where you came from, and what is ailing you. Guess what? That's exactly how therapy starts: with the best pieces of you all tangled up with fear and shame.
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I have further experience as a Family Psychologist and School Counsellor for the Greater St.
I am a Registered Psychologist with over 19 years of experience in private practice in Edmonton and St. Albert. While my practice incorporates much diversity, there is a hope focused emphasis in working with individuals, teens and their parents, families, couples, and groups. I support individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, and with couples seeking marriage counseling. My counseling approach focuses on the uniqueness of each client's experiences to promote personal enhancement and growth.
I have further experience as a Family Psychologist and School Counsellor for the Greater St.
I am a Registered Psychologist with over 19 years of experience in private practice in Edmonton and St. Albert. While my practice incorporates much diversity, there is a hope focused emphasis in working with individuals, teens and their parents, families, couples, and groups. I support individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, and with couples seeking marriage counseling. My counseling approach focuses on the uniqueness of each client's experiences to promote personal enhancement and growth.
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I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with specific training in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have experience working with individuals, couples, & families. I have worked with clients through a range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, stress, spirituality, trauma, relationships, parenting, & family conflict.
I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with specific training in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have experience working with individuals, couples, & families. I have worked with clients through a range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, stress, spirituality, trauma, relationships, parenting, & family conflict.
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Hello! My person-centered approach influences the therapy I offer clients, allowing the opportunity for emotional processing and self-exploration and growth in a non-judgmental atmosphere. My practice includes therapy for adults of all ages and genders, adolescents, individuals, couples and families. My clinical expertise is in treating clients who are living with a variety of issues such as depression, self-harm, grief and loss, abuse and trauma, stress, self-esteem concerns, and interpersonal struggles, relationship, marriage and family difficulties, LGBTQ+ and sexuality, addictions and substance abuse, and personality and mood disorders (i.e. bi-polar disorder), and anxiety.
Hello! My person-centered approach influences the therapy I offer clients, allowing the opportunity for emotional processing and self-exploration and growth in a non-judgmental atmosphere. My practice includes therapy for adults of all ages and genders, adolescents, individuals, couples and families. My clinical expertise is in treating clients who are living with a variety of issues such as depression, self-harm, grief and loss, abuse and trauma, stress, self-esteem concerns, and interpersonal struggles, relationship, marriage and family difficulties, LGBTQ+ and sexuality, addictions and substance abuse, and personality and mood disorders (i.e. bi-polar disorder), and anxiety.
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If you want, we can also walk with you back to your childhood, traumatic experiences, family dynamics, grief/loss and negative core beliefs to see where patterns of behaviour or coping started for you.
Free 10-15 minute virtual connection meeting! (In-person and online sessions available). Hello! My name is Jennifer MacKinnon, and I'm a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). As the Owner of Sagacious Counselling and Wellness Support, I value having a safe, non-judgmental place for therapists and clients. I love being a Counsellor and value all stories; my favourite stories are the ones people hold inside with shame. Shame hates the light. Let's get that out of you! I work with individuals and couples from age 13+. My passion is this lifelong career in empowering people to process pain, find strength and foster hope.
If you want, we can also walk with you back to your childhood, traumatic experiences, family dynamics, grief/loss and negative core beliefs to see where patterns of behaviour or coping started for you.
Free 10-15 minute virtual connection meeting! (In-person and online sessions available). Hello! My name is Jennifer MacKinnon, and I'm a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). As the Owner of Sagacious Counselling and Wellness Support, I value having a safe, non-judgmental place for therapists and clients. I love being a Counsellor and value all stories; my favourite stories are the ones people hold inside with shame. Shame hates the light. Let's get that out of you! I work with individuals and couples from age 13+. My passion is this lifelong career in empowering people to process pain, find strength and foster hope.
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Registered Therapeutic Counsellor - In addition , I have specialized with Level 2 training with the Gottman Method Couples Therapy.(2023) I have 25 years work experience with Family, Community Support , Catholic Family Services Outreach, Addictions, Anger, Youth and Early Childhood. My home provides an inviting , non-judgmental counselling and wellness environment , where the coffee is always on.
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor - In addition , I have specialized with Level 2 training with the Gottman Method Couples Therapy.(2023) I have 25 years work experience with Family, Community Support , Catholic Family Services Outreach, Addictions, Anger, Youth and Early Childhood. My home provides an inviting , non-judgmental counselling and wellness environment , where the coffee is always on.
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I am a registered psychologist with a focus on marriage and family therapy.
Are you feeling discouraged by arguments with your partner? Do you feel that things do not change no matter what you do? Do you feel like you just cannot improve your mood; do you feel hopeless? Do you feel hurt by too many things to count, like you can't understand your partner & the reverse? With therapy, it is possible to improve these areas. Counselling can help you to feel closer to each other by strengthening trust & deepening relationship bonds. You will learn deepen your attachment bonds & your interpersonal skills. I work with people in a collaborative, compassionate and authentic approach to find connection and healing.
I am a registered psychologist with a focus on marriage and family therapy.
Are you feeling discouraged by arguments with your partner? Do you feel that things do not change no matter what you do? Do you feel like you just cannot improve your mood; do you feel hopeless? Do you feel hurt by too many things to count, like you can't understand your partner & the reverse? With therapy, it is possible to improve these areas. Counselling can help you to feel closer to each other by strengthening trust & deepening relationship bonds. You will learn deepen your attachment bonds & your interpersonal skills. I work with people in a collaborative, compassionate and authentic approach to find connection and healing.
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Chances are good if you're reading this profile, you're looking for some professional help. Whether it be individual counselling to help you through a major depressive episode, family therapy to defuse tension and endless fighting, or a consultation about your anxious toddler, depressed adolescent or teenager's self-harming behaviour, Carla's down-to-earth approach to therapy will have you comfortable in minutes and moving forward in a solution focused direction that YOU (not Carla) want to go.
Chances are good if you're reading this profile, you're looking for some professional help. Whether it be individual counselling to help you through a major depressive episode, family therapy to defuse tension and endless fighting, or a consultation about your anxious toddler, depressed adolescent or teenager's self-harming behaviour, Carla's down-to-earth approach to therapy will have you comfortable in minutes and moving forward in a solution focused direction that YOU (not Carla) want to go.
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I help people transition from an unmanageable life of addiction or mental health concerns to a meaningful life in recovery. I also aid family and friends in finding helpful and healthy strategies in dealing with loved ones they are concerned about. Witnessing the miraculous transformations in clients is incredibly rewarding, and I am grateful and honoured to be trusted in helping others in the journey of recovery.
I help people transition from an unmanageable life of addiction or mental health concerns to a meaningful life in recovery. I also aid family and friends in finding helpful and healthy strategies in dealing with loved ones they are concerned about. Witnessing the miraculous transformations in clients is incredibly rewarding, and I am grateful and honoured to be trusted in helping others in the journey of recovery.
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I use an attachment lens to help families and incorporate principles from Emotion-Focused Family Therapy, NeuroRelational Framework, Gottman Emotion Coaching, and the Circle of Security program.
Hello, my name is Christina Ferber, and I am passionate about working with children, youth, and parents. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and with a variety of concerns. I love helping people tap into their inner strength and resources to find hope and build resilience when facing challenges or uncertainty. I have a special interest in positive psychology and mindfulness practices, of which I have experienced numerous benefits in my own life.
I use an attachment lens to help families and incorporate principles from Emotion-Focused Family Therapy, NeuroRelational Framework, Gottman Emotion Coaching, and the Circle of Security program.
Hello, my name is Christina Ferber, and I am passionate about working with children, youth, and parents. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and with a variety of concerns. I love helping people tap into their inner strength and resources to find hope and build resilience when facing challenges or uncertainty. I have a special interest in positive psychology and mindfulness practices, of which I have experienced numerous benefits in my own life.
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Myrna Isaac Van Veen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5M
If you are looking for support for yourself or a family member in facing challenges that impact day-to-day functioning, I can provide this therapeutic support. I will work with you/your family according to your goals and strengths; I can help with strategies and ideas to bolster strengths you already possess. Some of the concerns I can help with include anxiety, depression, bereavement, trauma, addictions, relationship issues, stress, and life adjustments.
If you are looking for support for yourself or a family member in facing challenges that impact day-to-day functioning, I can provide this therapeutic support. I will work with you/your family according to your goals and strengths; I can help with strategies and ideas to bolster strengths you already possess. Some of the concerns I can help with include anxiety, depression, bereavement, trauma, addictions, relationship issues, stress, and life adjustments.
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I am a Provisional Psychologist with The College of Alberta Psychologists, and a member of The Psychologists Association of Alberta. As a Therapeutic Play Practitioner with The Rocky Mountain Play Institute, I work with children and families suffering from anxiety, depression, family transitions (divorce, separation), domestic violence, grief, and developmental trauma. I work with children ages 3-17 using therapeutic play.
I am a Provisional Psychologist with The College of Alberta Psychologists, and a member of The Psychologists Association of Alberta. As a Therapeutic Play Practitioner with The Rocky Mountain Play Institute, I work with children and families suffering from anxiety, depression, family transitions (divorce, separation), domestic violence, grief, and developmental trauma. I work with children ages 3-17 using therapeutic play.
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Clients of all ages find support and comfort with our positive, strengths-based, solution-focused approach. All our clinicians offer Free 20-minute phone consultations to see if our services are the right fit for you. Our intake clinician is happy to answer questions as well about all our services and help you find the right therapist for you. Clients looking for assessment, diagnosis, and treatment under one roof will find our collaborative and comprehensive process highly effective. Our clinicians are all motivated to help you or your family succeed and find peace along your journey, wherever you may find yourself.
Clients of all ages find support and comfort with our positive, strengths-based, solution-focused approach. All our clinicians offer Free 20-minute phone consultations to see if our services are the right fit for you. Our intake clinician is happy to answer questions as well about all our services and help you find the right therapist for you. Clients looking for assessment, diagnosis, and treatment under one roof will find our collaborative and comprehensive process highly effective. Our clinicians are all motivated to help you or your family succeed and find peace along your journey, wherever you may find yourself.
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My areas of expertise include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Internal Family Systems and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and culturally-informed therapy.
My name is Foluso Ogunribido and I have over five years experience working with children, teens, adults and families in mental health institutions. I understand seeking for help is not always easy and I would like to commend you for taking this courageous step to explore therapy for your wellness journey. While life presents us with various challenges, sometimes we can feel overwhelmed or stuck in patterns that hinder our growth and happiness, I am here to support you every step of the way with compassion, respect and a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences without fear of judgement.
My areas of expertise include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Internal Family Systems and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and culturally-informed therapy.
My name is Foluso Ogunribido and I have over five years experience working with children, teens, adults and families in mental health institutions. I understand seeking for help is not always easy and I would like to commend you for taking this courageous step to explore therapy for your wellness journey. While life presents us with various challenges, sometimes we can feel overwhelmed or stuck in patterns that hinder our growth and happiness, I am here to support you every step of the way with compassion, respect and a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences without fear of judgement.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
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.