Therapists in Hot Springs National Park, AR

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Anthony W. Sisson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, TAC
Verified Verified
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71913
I am passionate about helping others improve their lives. I enjoy helping people reach their full potential. My experiences working in private practice, college, and a community mental health center have allowed me to work with a wide range of people and their concerns. I collaborate with numerous physicians and family practices in Hot Springs. My practice is different from other offices. My office is very relaxing and private. I recognize that your time is valuable. I'll work hard to accommodate your schedule. You are not just a number to me! Your experience is extremely important to me!
I am passionate about helping others improve their lives. I enjoy helping people reach their full potential. My experiences working in private practice, college, and a community mental health center have allowed me to work with a wide range of people and their concerns. I collaborate with numerous physicians and family practices in Hot Springs. My practice is different from other offices. My office is very relaxing and private. I recognize that your time is valuable. I'll work hard to accommodate your schedule. You are not just a number to me! Your experience is extremely important to me!
(501) 550-4667 View (501) 550-4667

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Ken Clark
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Hot Springs, AR 71901
As part of Chenal Family Therapy, I'm available to provide quick access to other specialists on our team as your situation dictates including trauma therapists, experts in helping children with behavioral issues, and access to like-minded psychiatrists who can assist with medication management.
I specialize in three types of clients - couples hanging on by a thread, men who are less than thrilled at the idea of attending therapy, and individuals that live under a constant state of performance pressure. As someone who has lived and survived all three of these scenarios personally, I've got a ton of empathy and a box of tools ready for people motivated to achieve change. Whether you're picking up the pieces from infidelity, exhausted from fighting about the same tired topics, or struggling to escape the voices in your head that beat you down, I'm honored to pull up a chair next you and begin sorting through the mess.
As part of Chenal Family Therapy, I'm available to provide quick access to other specialists on our team as your situation dictates including trauma therapists, experts in helping children with behavioral issues, and access to like-minded psychiatrists who can assist with medication management.
I specialize in three types of clients - couples hanging on by a thread, men who are less than thrilled at the idea of attending therapy, and individuals that live under a constant state of performance pressure. As someone who has lived and survived all three of these scenarios personally, I've got a ton of empathy and a box of tools ready for people motivated to achieve change. Whether you're picking up the pieces from infidelity, exhausted from fighting about the same tired topics, or struggling to escape the voices in your head that beat you down, I'm honored to pull up a chair next you and begin sorting through the mess.
(870) 340-2636 View (870) 340-2636
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Conway Counseling & Wellness Center, PLLC
PhD
Verified Verified
Hot Springs, AR 71913
Conway Counseling & Wellness Center is a group private practice of practitioners with specialties in mental health and wellness including psychiatry. Our treatment is holistic and incorporates traditional counseling with wellness services such as art therapy, yoga therapy, hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and massage. A client with anxiety could benefit from individual counseling, family therapy, yoga, and massage. Another client working to minimize an addiction could receive individual and group counseling, yoga for 12 step recovery, and hypnotherapy. By offering a range of services we can customize treatment.
Conway Counseling & Wellness Center is a group private practice of practitioners with specialties in mental health and wellness including psychiatry. Our treatment is holistic and incorporates traditional counseling with wellness services such as art therapy, yoga therapy, hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and massage. A client with anxiety could benefit from individual counseling, family therapy, yoga, and massage. Another client working to minimize an addiction could receive individual and group counseling, yoga for 12 step recovery, and hypnotherapy. By offering a range of services we can customize treatment.
(501) 238-6523 View (501) 238-6523
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Katherine Woodworth
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC, ICCDP-D, CCDP-D, DCC
Verified Verified
Hot Springs Village, AR 71910
I believe clients DESERVE to be treated fairly and honestly. I prefer to work with my clients to help them achieve the life of their choosing, not my choosing. We all have an idea of what we want in life and how we want our lives to be, "our ultimate goal". Many times in life we experience obstacles and challenges which can interfere with us reaching that goal and making the most out of life. We will work together to help you achieve "YOUR ULTIMATE GOAL"!!!
I believe clients DESERVE to be treated fairly and honestly. I prefer to work with my clients to help them achieve the life of their choosing, not my choosing. We all have an idea of what we want in life and how we want our lives to be, "our ultimate goal". Many times in life we experience obstacles and challenges which can interfere with us reaching that goal and making the most out of life. We will work together to help you achieve "YOUR ULTIMATE GOAL"!!!
(501) 458-4343 View (501) 458-4343

Online Therapists

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Katherine Harper
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72205
As part of Chenal Family Therapy PLC, I consult with our team of therapists and psychiatrists who specialize in different issues, ensuring that all possible treatment approaches are considered.
I would see mid teens to late twenties. The primary issue would be trauma. Some goals to have would be behavior change and challenging unhelpful thoughts. The idea behind this would be to decrease the impact that the trauma is inflicting by increasing the individuals sense of control over their life.
As part of Chenal Family Therapy PLC, I consult with our team of therapists and psychiatrists who specialize in different issues, ensuring that all possible treatment approaches are considered.
I would see mid teens to late twenties. The primary issue would be trauma. Some goals to have would be behavior change and challenging unhelpful thoughts. The idea behind this would be to decrease the impact that the trauma is inflicting by increasing the individuals sense of control over their life.
(501) 697-4690 View (501) 697-4690
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Olive Tree Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Texarkana, AR 71854
If you’re interested in becoming a more engaged, self-aware, mindful, more fulfilled individual, partner, or family unit, we’d be grateful for the opportunity to work alongside you.
Founded in 2016, our practice specializes in treating children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Through our combined years of experience as clinicians and mental health advocates, we are confident in our ability to attend to your needs and are encouraged to meet you exactly where you are.
If you’re interested in becoming a more engaged, self-aware, mindful, more fulfilled individual, partner, or family unit, we’d be grateful for the opportunity to work alongside you.
Founded in 2016, our practice specializes in treating children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Through our combined years of experience as clinicians and mental health advocates, we are confident in our ability to attend to your needs and are encouraged to meet you exactly where you are.
(870) 512-5469 View (870) 512-5469
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Stacy Adams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-TA, ASDCS, CSTIP, EMDR-T, CS-ADHD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenwood, AR 72936
Children/pre-teen/teen/adults/couples/ family are welcome!.
I want to start by saying that I truly hold a solid belief that each and every human deserves to feel happiness, love, excitement, contentment, and ultimately to achieve their dreams, desires, goals, and best-selves! I implement an integrative approach, with a craving to help. Whether that assistance be with an individual navigating ADHD, a person learning to cope with anxiety/depression, a couple for growth & change, entire family in need, I am devoted to seeking out and destroying the obstacles, strongholds, cognitive distortions, or whatever the “problem” is that is impeding their ability to live happy, healthy, fulfilled lives.
Children/pre-teen/teen/adults/couples/ family are welcome!.
I want to start by saying that I truly hold a solid belief that each and every human deserves to feel happiness, love, excitement, contentment, and ultimately to achieve their dreams, desires, goals, and best-selves! I implement an integrative approach, with a craving to help. Whether that assistance be with an individual navigating ADHD, a person learning to cope with anxiety/depression, a couple for growth & change, entire family in need, I am devoted to seeking out and destroying the obstacles, strongholds, cognitive distortions, or whatever the “problem” is that is impeding their ability to live happy, healthy, fulfilled lives.
(479) 342-4522 View (479) 342-4522
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Bradley Charles Sublette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Maumelle, AR 72113
Brad Sublette, MBA, LCSW is a Therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Arkansas. He specializes in Eating Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, and Sexual Trauma. He has experience with Individual Therapy, Couples Counseling, Family Therapy and Career Counseling. Brad has a diverse clinical background, working with acute, chronic and severe mental illness in both inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. He has also worked as a school based mental health therapist. He has experience working with adolescents, adults and military veterans; addressing a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges.
Brad Sublette, MBA, LCSW is a Therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Arkansas. He specializes in Eating Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, and Sexual Trauma. He has experience with Individual Therapy, Couples Counseling, Family Therapy and Career Counseling. Brad has a diverse clinical background, working with acute, chronic and severe mental illness in both inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. He has also worked as a school based mental health therapist. He has experience working with adolescents, adults and military veterans; addressing a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges.
(501) 251-6775 View (501) 251-6775
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George Zappalorta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
North Little Rock, AR 72116
I am a clinical social worker who works with people from ages 14 to Geriatric age. My client base are people who have occupational , substance abuse, mental health, family, and legal issues. The following disorders I work with are personality disorders, Schizophrenia spectrum, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, bipolar disorders, mood disorders, Traumatic Brain Injury and Intellectual Disabilities, that range from borderline intellectual to moderate intellectual disability. I am also a certified gambling addictions counselor and Certified addictions Counselor.
I am a clinical social worker who works with people from ages 14 to Geriatric age. My client base are people who have occupational , substance abuse, mental health, family, and legal issues. The following disorders I work with are personality disorders, Schizophrenia spectrum, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, bipolar disorders, mood disorders, Traumatic Brain Injury and Intellectual Disabilities, that range from borderline intellectual to moderate intellectual disability. I am also a certified gambling addictions counselor and Certified addictions Counselor.
(501) 361-3845 View (501) 361-3845
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Megan Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72223
I have an extensive history treating trauma, family-relationship issues, addictions/dependencies, and any mental health condition effecting quality of life.
My motto has always been "I'm here for it." No matter what the focus of therapy needs to be for you, whether it's processing your week or getting in the trenches of traumatic experiences, or family crises- I'm here for it, and I'm dedicated to the process that can help unlock an upgraded version of life for you.
I have an extensive history treating trauma, family-relationship issues, addictions/dependencies, and any mental health condition effecting quality of life.
My motto has always been "I'm here for it." No matter what the focus of therapy needs to be for you, whether it's processing your week or getting in the trenches of traumatic experiences, or family crises- I'm here for it, and I'm dedicated to the process that can help unlock an upgraded version of life for you.
(501) 299-5692 View (501) 299-5692
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Kenyon Mark Mosher
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADAC
Verified Verified
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
People may be dealing with family stresses such as a result of a job loss. Perhaps a child trying to cope with bullying issues. Or maybe battling depression, anxiety, addictions or other traumas. Many experience emotions too difficult to discuss. This leaves some feeling so low that nothing matters anymore. Unable to see a way out of the darkness they feel stuck, helpless, and hopeless. But there is hope.
People may be dealing with family stresses such as a result of a job loss. Perhaps a child trying to cope with bullying issues. Or maybe battling depression, anxiety, addictions or other traumas. Many experience emotions too difficult to discuss. This leaves some feeling so low that nothing matters anymore. Unable to see a way out of the darkness they feel stuck, helpless, and hopeless. But there is hope.
(870) 568-1287 View (870) 568-1287
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Antionne Dewayne Alcorn
Licensed Professional Counselor, DHA, LPC, DCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, AR 72076
Whether you're an individual, couple, or a family looking for help - therapy sessions are designed to strengthen your confidence, and assist in the healing process.
Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't THRIVING in life as you should. Whatever your needs may be, THRIVE is here to offer support. Therapy is a process of self growth and self-discovery. During sessions behavioral transformation is promoted by encouraging clients to identify new and different strategies to overcome challenges. THRIVE provides the skills and professional experience to help you THRIVE instead of just surviving. THRIVE offers services to children, youth, and adults.
Whether you're an individual, couple, or a family looking for help - therapy sessions are designed to strengthen your confidence, and assist in the healing process.
Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't THRIVING in life as you should. Whatever your needs may be, THRIVE is here to offer support. Therapy is a process of self growth and self-discovery. During sessions behavioral transformation is promoted by encouraging clients to identify new and different strategies to overcome challenges. THRIVE provides the skills and professional experience to help you THRIVE instead of just surviving. THRIVE offers services to children, youth, and adults.
(501) 712-2276 View (501) 712-2276
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Kellee McCoy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Little Rock, AR 72114
A few of my specialties include life coaching, treating anxiety, depression, high-conflict couples, blended family issues, premarital counseling, single parenting issues, affair recovery, sex/intimacy issues, codependency, anger management, mindfulness training, PTSD, trauma resolution, bad habits/addictions, and issues dealing with spirituality.
Are you Stuck? Maybe your professional life is thriving, but your relationships are a mess. Maybe it's the other way around. I welcome your rough edges, embarrassing mistakes, relationship drama, or shameful experiences. I am passionate about helping people get unstuck. Whether it's a relationship issue, a personal hangup, grief and loss, professional burnout, or difficulty overcoming a traumatic experience, together, we will take some significant steps toward you feeling better and toward your life goals.
A few of my specialties include life coaching, treating anxiety, depression, high-conflict couples, blended family issues, premarital counseling, single parenting issues, affair recovery, sex/intimacy issues, codependency, anger management, mindfulness training, PTSD, trauma resolution, bad habits/addictions, and issues dealing with spirituality.
Are you Stuck? Maybe your professional life is thriving, but your relationships are a mess. Maybe it's the other way around. I welcome your rough edges, embarrassing mistakes, relationship drama, or shameful experiences. I am passionate about helping people get unstuck. Whether it's a relationship issue, a personal hangup, grief and loss, professional burnout, or difficulty overcoming a traumatic experience, together, we will take some significant steps toward you feeling better and toward your life goals.
(501) 215-5861 View (501) 215-5861
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Family Service Agency
Verified Verified
North Little Rock, AR 72114
At Family Service Agency, we believe that the type of counseling relationship you have is the most important factor in how effective counseling will be.
At Family Service Agency, we believe that focusing on your strengths, resources and past positive experiences is the most effective way to help with your current challenges. Our team of trained and licensed therapists are here to address your specific needs and to help you get what you want out of life. Our counseling and therapeutic services can help you be the kind of person you want to be. Located close to the Arkansas River with easy access from downtown Little Rock and North Little Rock, we offer the privacy and confidentiality you would look for in a counseling relationship.
At Family Service Agency, we believe that the type of counseling relationship you have is the most important factor in how effective counseling will be.
At Family Service Agency, we believe that focusing on your strengths, resources and past positive experiences is the most effective way to help with your current challenges. Our team of trained and licensed therapists are here to address your specific needs and to help you get what you want out of life. Our counseling and therapeutic services can help you be the kind of person you want to be. Located close to the Arkansas River with easy access from downtown Little Rock and North Little Rock, we offer the privacy and confidentiality you would look for in a counseling relationship.
(501) 725-8151 View (501) 725-8151
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Cory Collins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LAC
Verified Verified
Conway, AR 72032  (Online Only)
Since 2016 Cory has been working with adolescents, adults, couples & families at the professional level. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Arkansas & Tennessee. She received her Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Richmont Graduate University in Atlanta. While in her Masters program, she completed a Graduate Certificate in Christian Sex Therapy. She is currently pursuing additional licensure through the American Board of Christian Sex Therapy (ABCST), is EMDR trained, and has over 120 hours of certified trauma training.
Since 2016 Cory has been working with adolescents, adults, couples & families at the professional level. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Arkansas & Tennessee. She received her Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Richmont Graduate University in Atlanta. While in her Masters program, she completed a Graduate Certificate in Christian Sex Therapy. She is currently pursuing additional licensure through the American Board of Christian Sex Therapy (ABCST), is EMDR trained, and has over 120 hours of certified trauma training.
(501) 222-3368 View (501) 222-3368
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Branden Carr
DO, PhD
Verified Verified
Fort Smith, AR 72903  (Online Only)
As part of Chenal Family Therapy PLC, I consult with our team of therapists and psychiatrists who specialize in different issues, ensuring that all possible treatment approaches are considered.
I am open to helping any individual that needs help with a psychiatric diagnosis. I do not treat acute events that need detox but happy to help sustained sobriety. I am also happy to help with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, and many more.
As part of Chenal Family Therapy PLC, I consult with our team of therapists and psychiatrists who specialize in different issues, ensuring that all possible treatment approaches are considered.
I am open to helping any individual that needs help with a psychiatric diagnosis. I do not treat acute events that need detox but happy to help sustained sobriety. I am also happy to help with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, and many more.
(479) 323-2214 View (479) 323-2214
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Nikki Penn Counseling and Consulting
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, EdS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Little Rock, AR 72114
More than ever, we need support and love from friends, family, and most importantly, from ourselves.
I specialize in marriage and families, but also in Addiction Recovery for families and loved ones healing from addiction. We need healthy relationships to navigate the landscape of each other's changing world, and I provide a space to reconnect, commmunicate, and bond with those closest to us.
More than ever, we need support and love from friends, family, and most importantly, from ourselves.
I specialize in marriage and families, but also in Addiction Recovery for families and loved ones healing from addiction. We need healthy relationships to navigate the landscape of each other's changing world, and I provide a space to reconnect, commmunicate, and bond with those closest to us.
(501) 601-4578 View (501) 601-4578
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Argenta Counseling
Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
North Little Rock, AR 72114
Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your relationship, or your family, we are here.
Argenta Counseling and Wellness is dedicated to supporting children, teens, adults, couples, and families in all stages of life. We offer counseling, medication management, nutrition services, and massage therapy for an integrated approach to wellness. No matter where you find yourself on your personal journey, we are ready to walk with you on your journey to discover your best self. ​With two locations in Central Arkansas and the ability to offer telehealth services statewide, we are readily available to meet you where you are. In-Person Locations: North Little Rock and West Little Rock.
Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your relationship, or your family, we are here.
Argenta Counseling and Wellness is dedicated to supporting children, teens, adults, couples, and families in all stages of life. We offer counseling, medication management, nutrition services, and massage therapy for an integrated approach to wellness. No matter where you find yourself on your personal journey, we are ready to walk with you on your journey to discover your best self. ​With two locations in Central Arkansas and the ability to offer telehealth services statewide, we are readily available to meet you where you are. In-Person Locations: North Little Rock and West Little Rock.
(501) 238-8398 View (501) 238-8398
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Audra Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ADC
Verified Verified
Fort Smith, AR 72903
I have many years of experience working with a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. It is my goal to walk with clients through difficult times and move them towards living a full and meaningful life. Each person, couple, and family have a unique story. I use a client centered approach and believe in treating everyone with respect. My approach is flexible, affirming, compassionate and will focus on holding a safe space for you, while challenging you when necessary.
I have many years of experience working with a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. It is my goal to walk with clients through difficult times and move them towards living a full and meaningful life. Each person, couple, and family have a unique story. I use a client centered approach and believe in treating everyone with respect. My approach is flexible, affirming, compassionate and will focus on holding a safe space for you, while challenging you when necessary.
(479) 398-2423 View (479) 398-2423
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Nancy Lasiter Kozlowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72205
I can help with: depression, anxiety, self-improvement, relational, family, parenting, divorce, grief, sexual abuse/rape, domestic violence, coping skills, stress, anger, sleep, Veterans, PTSD, trauma, work stress, personality, substance abuse, Bipolar, self esteem, increasing joy, childhood issues, suicidality, issues specific for men, women & LGBT populations.
My hope for you is increased happiness, peace and coping. I honor the courage it takes to engage in talk therapy. I have been a licensed counselor (LPC) for over 30 years and I enjoy helping others. I am capable of working with a variety of client ages and issues. I believe that each person who engages in therapy deserves a tailored plan we develop together to help with your specific situations. I believe that processing feelings and thoughts along with education in a non-judgmental and safe environment can move you from surviving to thriving. I'm happy to help you!
I can help with: depression, anxiety, self-improvement, relational, family, parenting, divorce, grief, sexual abuse/rape, domestic violence, coping skills, stress, anger, sleep, Veterans, PTSD, trauma, work stress, personality, substance abuse, Bipolar, self esteem, increasing joy, childhood issues, suicidality, issues specific for men, women & LGBT populations.
My hope for you is increased happiness, peace and coping. I honor the courage it takes to engage in talk therapy. I have been a licensed counselor (LPC) for over 30 years and I enjoy helping others. I am capable of working with a variety of client ages and issues. I believe that each person who engages in therapy deserves a tailored plan we develop together to help with your specific situations. I believe that processing feelings and thoughts along with education in a non-judgmental and safe environment can move you from surviving to thriving. I'm happy to help you!
(501) 203-9959 View (501) 203-9959

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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.