Photo of Jefkida Johnson, PhD, MA, LMFTA, LMHCS, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Jefkida Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, PhD, MA, LMFTA, LMHCS
Verified Verified
Montgomery, AL 36117
Compassion and comfort during our most difficult times offer us healing and peace when our world is turned upside down. Here is a gentle reminder that having someone to express yourself and to voice your frustrations can transform a crisis into a calming and beautiful day. Your presence and peace of mind is the most important gift you can offer yourself weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Therapy sessions are affordable for you when using insurance, EAP coverage, or need self pay options. You can book appointments at your convenience to get started or send an email to schedule an appointment. I accept clients of all ages and ethnicities.
Compassion and comfort during our most difficult times offer us healing and peace when our world is turned upside down. Here is a gentle reminder that having someone to express yourself and to voice your frustrations can transform a crisis into a calming and beautiful day. Your presence and peace of mind is the most important gift you can offer yourself weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Therapy sessions are affordable for you when using insurance, EAP coverage, or need self pay options. You can book appointments at your convenience to get started or send an email to schedule an appointment. I accept clients of all ages and ethnicities.
(334) 459-9084 View (334) 459-9084
Photo of Pamela Babers - Changing Lives One Conversation At A Time LLC., LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Changing Lives One Conversation At A Time LLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Montgomery, AL 36117
Sometimes in life, daily stressors can become very overwhelming and can cause you to waver or wonder. Life challenges can cause you to be motionless, lose hope, and feel incapacitated by your thoughts. You have convinced yourself that there is no way out, which have caused your sense of self-worth to weaken. My passion is to help you find the skills, provide support, and uncover the strength you will need to be successfully in life. My vision is to ensure an atmosphere that is safe and welcoming. Thank you for considering me as you embark on your new journey. Feel free to contact with me via phone or email with any questions.
Sometimes in life, daily stressors can become very overwhelming and can cause you to waver or wonder. Life challenges can cause you to be motionless, lose hope, and feel incapacitated by your thoughts. You have convinced yourself that there is no way out, which have caused your sense of self-worth to weaken. My passion is to help you find the skills, provide support, and uncover the strength you will need to be successfully in life. My vision is to ensure an atmosphere that is safe and welcoming. Thank you for considering me as you embark on your new journey. Feel free to contact with me via phone or email with any questions.
(334) 345-3178 View (334) 345-3178

Online Therapists

Photo of Karen Humphrey Sullins - Helping Hands Professional Counseling & Consulting, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Helping Hands Professional Counseling & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Honoraville, AL 36042
Our team provides counseling and consulting services in our schools and communities to include: individual therapy, family therapy, assessments and evaluation of the individual, EAP (employee assistance), PFA, Peer Support, Spiritual Counseling, Couples counseling, and assist in IEPs.
We provide a safe space for healing, support, and growth while assisting individuals and families through the therapeutic process. In life, adversities can throw us unexpected bumps along the way but with each bump, there is an opportunity for growth and healing! We aim for you to leave us with a higher level of healing, inner peace, and hope. We provide trauma-informed, compassionate care within the first responder culture and stress management leadership roles. Our focus: to educate, elevate, and encourage all people. Consulting is provided to groups and organizations: mental health, wellness, managing threats, and crisis response
Our team provides counseling and consulting services in our schools and communities to include: individual therapy, family therapy, assessments and evaluation of the individual, EAP (employee assistance), PFA, Peer Support, Spiritual Counseling, Couples counseling, and assist in IEPs.
We provide a safe space for healing, support, and growth while assisting individuals and families through the therapeutic process. In life, adversities can throw us unexpected bumps along the way but with each bump, there is an opportunity for growth and healing! We aim for you to leave us with a higher level of healing, inner peace, and hope. We provide trauma-informed, compassionate care within the first responder culture and stress management leadership roles. Our focus: to educate, elevate, and encourage all people. Consulting is provided to groups and organizations: mental health, wellness, managing threats, and crisis response
(334) 454-4708 View (334) 454-4708
Photo of Monique Johnson, EdS, LPC-S, RPT-S, CCBT, TF-CBT, Licensed Professional Counselor
Monique Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC-S, RPT-S, CCBT, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35209
Ms. Johnson is committed to supporting individuals and families through a comprehensive approach. She strongly believes that, with the appropriate resources, everyone can achieve their fullest potential and is dedicated to ensuring they receive the utmost quality of service to make that possible. Her focus is on promoting the well-being of individuals, families, and the broader community by providing education, intervention, effective treatment, and prevention.
Ms. Johnson is committed to supporting individuals and families through a comprehensive approach. She strongly believes that, with the appropriate resources, everyone can achieve their fullest potential and is dedicated to ensuring they receive the utmost quality of service to make that possible. Her focus is on promoting the well-being of individuals, families, and the broader community by providing education, intervention, effective treatment, and prevention.
(205) 379-6240 x205 View (205) 379-6240 x205

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Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.