Therapists in Barrie, ON
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At the core of my practice is the belief in the inherent strength and worthiness of all people. I work to create an environment absolutely free of judgement, where each person is respected and valued as an individual. I am a strong advocate for normalizing therapy and mental health care. I believe in a strengths focused approach and utilize evidence-based therapies. I integrate my experiences with substance abuse, family violence and loss into helping my clients find success through troubled times. As such, I am passionate about working with couples and families in particular. Individual teens, adults and elders are also welcome.
At the core of my practice is the belief in the inherent strength and worthiness of all people. I work to create an environment absolutely free of judgement, where each person is respected and valued as an individual. I am a strong advocate for normalizing therapy and mental health care. I believe in a strengths focused approach and utilize evidence-based therapies. I integrate my experiences with substance abuse, family violence and loss into helping my clients find success through troubled times. As such, I am passionate about working with couples and families in particular. Individual teens, adults and elders are also welcome.
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Collective Care Counselling offers individual, couples and family therapy through a wide range of holistic and evidence-based methods to support your healing.
Are you navigating questions about your sexual orientation or gender identity? Are your experiencing relationship distress? Are you healing from the loss of a loved one? At Collective Care Counselling, we specialize in the following areas: trauma, grief and loss, spirituality, gender identity, transitioning, LGBTQIA2s+, perinatal mental health, OCD, BDD, neurodiversity (ADHD, autism, etc.), concussions, and many other topics. All of our therapists work from a trauma-informed, strengths-based, anti-oppressive and intersectional framework.
Collective Care Counselling offers individual, couples and family therapy through a wide range of holistic and evidence-based methods to support your healing.
Are you navigating questions about your sexual orientation or gender identity? Are your experiencing relationship distress? Are you healing from the loss of a loved one? At Collective Care Counselling, we specialize in the following areas: trauma, grief and loss, spirituality, gender identity, transitioning, LGBTQIA2s+, perinatal mental health, OCD, BDD, neurodiversity (ADHD, autism, etc.), concussions, and many other topics. All of our therapists work from a trauma-informed, strengths-based, anti-oppressive and intersectional framework.
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Equus Connection Psychotherapy - Caroline Chassé
Registered Social Worker, RSW, TSI, TF-EAP, EP
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4M
Hi! My name is Caroline Chasse, I am a registered clinical Social Worker and an Equine Assisted Psychotherapist/Equine professional. I offer counseling in English or French. As a therapist, I combine systems theory, neuroscience, nature, art, science of relationships, and horses. One of my great passions is to bring healing to those who have experienced trauma through their lifespan. And a pure delight is to see my clients self-actualizing through embodied change in the process of psychotherapy.
Hi! My name is Caroline Chasse, I am a registered clinical Social Worker and an Equine Assisted Psychotherapist/Equine professional. I offer counseling in English or French. As a therapist, I combine systems theory, neuroscience, nature, art, science of relationships, and horses. One of my great passions is to bring healing to those who have experienced trauma through their lifespan. And a pure delight is to see my clients self-actualizing through embodied change in the process of psychotherapy.
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I can help you to understand your physical, emotional, and brain changes that come with exposure to workplace and personal trauma. I use a variety of therapeutic methods: cognitive behavioral, acceptance and commitment therapy,(CBT and ACT), Clinical Hypnotherapy, somatic awareness, and Mindfulness, where focused attention of present thoughts and feelings leads to behavioral changes. I support you through psychedelic therapy, ketamine and psilocybin which is known to help PTSD, persistent depression, anxiety and addictions. Are you looking for a therapist that understands front-line responders, military and veterans?
I can help you to understand your physical, emotional, and brain changes that come with exposure to workplace and personal trauma. I use a variety of therapeutic methods: cognitive behavioral, acceptance and commitment therapy,(CBT and ACT), Clinical Hypnotherapy, somatic awareness, and Mindfulness, where focused attention of present thoughts and feelings leads to behavioral changes. I support you through psychedelic therapy, ketamine and psilocybin which is known to help PTSD, persistent depression, anxiety and addictions. Are you looking for a therapist that understands front-line responders, military and veterans?
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Carole M. Walker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, Hon, Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
Need Help? I specialize in RELATIONSHIPS, COUPLE & SEX ISSUES, TRAUMA, PTSD, HYPNOTHERAPY, GRIEF, and LIFE PURPOSE issues. I work with individuals, couples, and groups. I can offer you sound therapeutic support in a comfortable and peaceful setting. My approach is non-judgement, client-centered, practical and results oriented. Together we achieve your desired goals!
Need Help? I specialize in RELATIONSHIPS, COUPLE & SEX ISSUES, TRAUMA, PTSD, HYPNOTHERAPY, GRIEF, and LIFE PURPOSE issues. I work with individuals, couples, and groups. I can offer you sound therapeutic support in a comfortable and peaceful setting. My approach is non-judgement, client-centered, practical and results oriented. Together we achieve your desired goals!
Online Therapists
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Dawn Associates
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9B
Si vous essayez de faire face aux défis de la vie, y compris les complexités du travail, de la famille et de la vie en général, nous sommes là pour vous soutenir. Le stress de faire face à un monde COVID a fait des ravages sur de nombreuses personnes qui s'inquiètent pour leur santé, leur travail, leurs relations et leurs finances. Le stress du surmenage et de la jonglerie de rôles a tendu les relations. Cela peut entraîner des sentiments négatifs, de l'irritabilité et des conflits. Pour certains, la solitude de l'isolement est abrutissante. C'est pourquoi il y a de la force à tendre la main et à résoudre les problèmes et les problè
Si vous essayez de faire face aux défis de la vie, y compris les complexités du travail, de la famille et de la vie en général, nous sommes là pour vous soutenir. Le stress de faire face à un monde COVID a fait des ravages sur de nombreuses personnes qui s'inquiètent pour leur santé, leur travail, leurs relations et leurs finances. Le stress du surmenage et de la jonglerie de rôles a tendu les relations. Cela peut entraîner des sentiments négatifs, de l'irritabilité et des conflits. Pour certains, la solitude de l'isolement est abrutissante. C'est pourquoi il y a de la force à tendre la main et à résoudre les problèmes et les problè
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Je travaille avec des personnes qui traversent les difficultés d'être humain dans notre monde moderne. Ceux qui connaissent l'anxiété et l'aliénation, et ceux qui luttent avec le deuil sous toutes ses formes. Peut-être que tu craques sous la pression des attentes impossibles. Peut-être que tu navigues à travers de grands changements ou de pertes. Ou peut-être as-tu construit des relations qui ne te nourrissent plus. J'imagine que quoi que ce soit qui t'amène ici, tu cherches le bien-être selon tes propres termes. Je peux te soutenir pour explorer de nouvelles façons d'être fidèle à toi-même.
Je travaille avec des personnes qui traversent les difficultés d'être humain dans notre monde moderne. Ceux qui connaissent l'anxiété et l'aliénation, et ceux qui luttent avec le deuil sous toutes ses formes. Peut-être que tu craques sous la pression des attentes impossibles. Peut-être que tu navigues à travers de grands changements ou de pertes. Ou peut-être as-tu construit des relations qui ne te nourrissent plus. J'imagine que quoi que ce soit qui t'amène ici, tu cherches le bien-être selon tes propres termes. Je peux te soutenir pour explorer de nouvelles façons d'être fidèle à toi-même.
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By Peaceful Waters provides comprehensive counselling services including: Psychological, Individual, Marital, Family, Group, Theraplay and Child, Art, Music, Mediation, Child Centred Divorce Services, Nutrition, Pastoral, and Spiritual Direction.
Life is difficult. Complex circumstances hit us all, often resulting in a diminished ability for us to live life to its fullest. Unresolved emotional pain and trauma can give rise to depression, anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, and abuse of self and others. By Peaceful Waters therapists combine our professional training and our Christian faith to bring healing and restoration to spiritual, emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and relational hurts. We offer a safe, non-judgmental and empathetic environment, nourishing hope and healing, in which the whole person is valued, affirmed and empowered, not just to survive but to thrive.
By Peaceful Waters provides comprehensive counselling services including: Psychological, Individual, Marital, Family, Group, Theraplay and Child, Art, Music, Mediation, Child Centred Divorce Services, Nutrition, Pastoral, and Spiritual Direction.
Life is difficult. Complex circumstances hit us all, often resulting in a diminished ability for us to live life to its fullest. Unresolved emotional pain and trauma can give rise to depression, anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, and abuse of self and others. By Peaceful Waters therapists combine our professional training and our Christian faith to bring healing and restoration to spiritual, emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and relational hurts. We offer a safe, non-judgmental and empathetic environment, nourishing hope and healing, in which the whole person is valued, affirmed and empowered, not just to survive but to thrive.
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LGBTQ+ therapy online, Rainbow Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5A (Online Only)
Modalities we specialize in are: Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Art Therapy, EFT Gottman & Trauma Informed Lens'.
Are you looking for a therapist with expansive knowledge of 2SLGBTQ+ community? Looking for a therapist who you don't have to explain queer nuance to? We are a completely virtual 2SLGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy clinic & welcome you! We value anti-oppressive and trauma informed approaches to therapy. We support the community & those in close relationships to the community & provide a space where you don't have to educate your therapist, and can just focus on getting mental health support! Our therapists specialize in topics including: ADHD, BPD, Autism, Polyamory, Relationships, Trauma, Infidelity, Betrayal, Exploring Sexuality & Gender.
Modalities we specialize in are: Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Art Therapy, EFT Gottman & Trauma Informed Lens'.
Are you looking for a therapist with expansive knowledge of 2SLGBTQ+ community? Looking for a therapist who you don't have to explain queer nuance to? We are a completely virtual 2SLGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy clinic & welcome you! We value anti-oppressive and trauma informed approaches to therapy. We support the community & those in close relationships to the community & provide a space where you don't have to educate your therapist, and can just focus on getting mental health support! Our therapists specialize in topics including: ADHD, BPD, Autism, Polyamory, Relationships, Trauma, Infidelity, Betrayal, Exploring Sexuality & Gender.
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Shift Collab | We'll find your perfect fit!
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5V (Online Only)
We do this by offering exceptional virtual therapy across Canada through individual, couples, and family sessions.
Are you struggling to find a therapist that feels like a good fit? Are you constantly scrolling through directories and feeling overwhelmed? Ya, we get it. Finding a therapist is kind of like dating, and it takes effort to find the right fit for you. We’ve got you. Shift Collab is one of Canada’s leading online therapy practices, offering exceptional mental health care across Canada. Our diverse team collaborates with you to navigate all of life’s challenges. We believe therapy should feel simple, actionable and relatable, which is why we’ve created an innovative matching process to partner you with a therapist who truly gets you.
We do this by offering exceptional virtual therapy across Canada through individual, couples, and family sessions.
Are you struggling to find a therapist that feels like a good fit? Are you constantly scrolling through directories and feeling overwhelmed? Ya, we get it. Finding a therapist is kind of like dating, and it takes effort to find the right fit for you. We’ve got you. Shift Collab is one of Canada’s leading online therapy practices, offering exceptional mental health care across Canada. Our diverse team collaborates with you to navigate all of life’s challenges. We believe therapy should feel simple, actionable and relatable, which is why we’ve created an innovative matching process to partner you with a therapist who truly gets you.
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She uses eclectic modalities such as dialectical behavioral therapy, internal family systems, and sensorimotor therapy woven with play and art-based therapy to create a space where clients are able to imagine different possibilities, and futures of personal and collective liberation.
Tasha Nadia Matar is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Art Psychotherapy Candidate, and Registered Social Worker who dances between both worlds of mixed race experiences, neurodivergence, diasporic belonging/un-belonging, and the bridges of personal to systemic issues. She seeks to support clients to find the liminal space between to feel safer in their minds, souls and bodies.
She uses eclectic modalities such as dialectical behavioral therapy, internal family systems, and sensorimotor therapy woven with play and art-based therapy to create a space where clients are able to imagine different possibilities, and futures of personal and collective liberation.
Tasha Nadia Matar is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Art Psychotherapy Candidate, and Registered Social Worker who dances between both worlds of mixed race experiences, neurodivergence, diasporic belonging/un-belonging, and the bridges of personal to systemic issues. She seeks to support clients to find the liminal space between to feel safer in their minds, souls and bodies.
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For more information on how we do individual, couple, or family therapy, feel free to view our website.
We are a diverse team of over 40 licensed and experienced therapists! We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We help individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their heads that need to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
For more information on how we do individual, couple, or family therapy, feel free to view our website.
We are a diverse team of over 40 licensed and experienced therapists! We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We help individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their heads that need to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
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I am specialize in mental health for teens, kids and family.
L’équilibre dans la vie est quelque chose que nous recherchons . Cependant, il est n’est pas toujours facile de le trouver et parfois on a besoin d’un peu d’aide pour y arriver. Mon rôle est de vous appuyer tout au long de ce chemin durant lequel pour pourrez non seulement trouver une meilleure façon de comprendre vos émotions et vos expériences. Je travaille depuis plusieurs années avec des familles au niveau des besoins en santé mentale mais surtout des questions liées a la culture, la stigmatisation et l’equite. Mon approche est sensible à la culture et axee sur le bien- être. Vous n'etes pas seul.
I am specialize in mental health for teens, kids and family.
L’équilibre dans la vie est quelque chose que nous recherchons . Cependant, il est n’est pas toujours facile de le trouver et parfois on a besoin d’un peu d’aide pour y arriver. Mon rôle est de vous appuyer tout au long de ce chemin durant lequel pour pourrez non seulement trouver une meilleure façon de comprendre vos émotions et vos expériences. Je travaille depuis plusieurs années avec des familles au niveau des besoins en santé mentale mais surtout des questions liées a la culture, la stigmatisation et l’equite. Mon approche est sensible à la culture et axee sur le bien- être. Vous n'etes pas seul.
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Building Bridges Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4K
For more information on how we do individual, couple, or family therapy, feel free to view our website.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
For more information on how we do individual, couple, or family therapy, feel free to view our website.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
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Christina Balampougiki
BSc, MSc, EuroPsy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N
Waitlist for new clients
She is passionate about working on a variety of issues: youth protection services,delinquency, family dysfunction, co-parenting, intimacy etc.
It is said that tough times don't last, but tough people do. In the journey of life, good times empower you with confidence while challenging times build your resilience. Christina has the ability to empathize and connect quickly with her clients offering support, hope and realistic solutions. The primary goal is to bring compassion, acceptance, and a sense of self as she offers a guiding hand to clients in their journey of personal discovery and growth. She also aims to ensure a safe space, free of conflict, to help clients, couples, parents, co-workers, partners, or family members to come to a common understanding & agreement.
She is passionate about working on a variety of issues: youth protection services,delinquency, family dysfunction, co-parenting, intimacy etc.
It is said that tough times don't last, but tough people do. In the journey of life, good times empower you with confidence while challenging times build your resilience. Christina has the ability to empathize and connect quickly with her clients offering support, hope and realistic solutions. The primary goal is to bring compassion, acceptance, and a sense of self as she offers a guiding hand to clients in their journey of personal discovery and growth. She also aims to ensure a safe space, free of conflict, to help clients, couples, parents, co-workers, partners, or family members to come to a common understanding & agreement.
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The Dot Canada
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, MSW
Verified Verified
Saint Catharines, ON L2S (Online Only)
If you're feeling disconnected, distracted, and detached from your life, it may be time to look at why. Why can't I connect, why am I not able to just "get over" my past, or why does it all feel so meaningless? Maybe there are other questions, like “what am I doing with my life” or “who do I want to be?”. It’s okay to take time that's just for you, to look at your life and see both the big picture and explore the often overlooked details. With the right support, you can feel more present, connected, and in control of your life.
If you're feeling disconnected, distracted, and detached from your life, it may be time to look at why. Why can't I connect, why am I not able to just "get over" my past, or why does it all feel so meaningless? Maybe there are other questions, like “what am I doing with my life” or “who do I want to be?”. It’s okay to take time that's just for you, to look at your life and see both the big picture and explore the often overlooked details. With the right support, you can feel more present, connected, and in control of your life.
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Sandy Kiaizadeh, Registered Psychotherapist
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCPCPR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R (Online Only)
Are you successful outwardly, but deep down feel a nagging lack of personal fulfilment? Are you swamped with life, and wondering how to achieve more balance, meaning and purpose? Do you want to improve your emotional health and wellbeing, silence your Inner Critic and boost your self-confidence? Are you curious about this "mindfulness" thing that everyone is talking about these days? If so, let's work together! I primarily work with Millennials, Gen Y and Gen Xers who are feeling overwhelmed and dissatisfied with their lives, struggle with low self-esteem and self-worth, or facing difficulty with "adulting."
Are you successful outwardly, but deep down feel a nagging lack of personal fulfilment? Are you swamped with life, and wondering how to achieve more balance, meaning and purpose? Do you want to improve your emotional health and wellbeing, silence your Inner Critic and boost your self-confidence? Are you curious about this "mindfulness" thing that everyone is talking about these days? If so, let's work together! I primarily work with Millennials, Gen Y and Gen Xers who are feeling overwhelmed and dissatisfied with their lives, struggle with low self-esteem and self-worth, or facing difficulty with "adulting."
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Hello & Welcome to BRI Counselling! My name is Fola Browne and I am the founder of BRI. We are a warm, welcoming, culturally responsive & affirming counselling service with a diverse, compassionate, & talented team. We specialize in supporting individuals, couples, & families at all ages & stages of life to achieve their goals, including healing & recovery from trauma, major life changes & transitions, & building new strengths & skills for future success. With a customized blend of western, eastern, Afro-Centric, & Indigenous approaches, we support each client to identify & make progress toward their most important goals.
Hello & Welcome to BRI Counselling! My name is Fola Browne and I am the founder of BRI. We are a warm, welcoming, culturally responsive & affirming counselling service with a diverse, compassionate, & talented team. We specialize in supporting individuals, couples, & families at all ages & stages of life to achieve their goals, including healing & recovery from trauma, major life changes & transitions, & building new strengths & skills for future success. With a customized blend of western, eastern, Afro-Centric, & Indigenous approaches, we support each client to identify & make progress toward their most important goals.
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The Journey Counselling and Psychotherapy- Virtual
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H (Online Only)
Life is so hard right now. Balancing the never ending to do list, worrying about finances, and trying to find time to take care of yourself feels impossible. When you are struggling to manage the day to day, thinking about improving your mental health can feel daunting. If you have been struggling with depressive thoughts and hopeless or crippling worry for a long time, the current state of the world certainly is not helping. If you are tired of carrying the weight of the world, while also trying to figure out what how to move forward, you've found the right place. Therapy can help you rediscover yourself, and cultivate hope.
Life is so hard right now. Balancing the never ending to do list, worrying about finances, and trying to find time to take care of yourself feels impossible. When you are struggling to manage the day to day, thinking about improving your mental health can feel daunting. If you have been struggling with depressive thoughts and hopeless or crippling worry for a long time, the current state of the world certainly is not helping. If you are tired of carrying the weight of the world, while also trying to figure out what how to move forward, you've found the right place. Therapy can help you rediscover yourself, and cultivate hope.
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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.