Family Therapy in Fort Wayne, IN
Phoenix Associates offers a robust range of services, including an outpatient substance abuse program, marriage and family therapy, individualized counseling incorporating modalities such as EMDR, and a wide variety of group therapies.
Phoenix Associates serves the Fort Wayne community through our outpatient mental health facility, providing sensitive, expert, and individualized care to community members from all walks of life. Our knowledgeable, caring team of licensed social workers, marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors have the tools and training to meet your treatment needs. Services are offered in individual, family and group settings, allowing you or your loved one the full benefit of a wide variety of treatment options.
Phoenix Associates offers a robust range of services, including an outpatient substance abuse program, marriage and family therapy, individualized counseling incorporating modalities such as EMDR, and a wide variety of group therapies.
Phoenix Associates serves the Fort Wayne community through our outpatient mental health facility, providing sensitive, expert, and individualized care to community members from all walks of life. Our knowledgeable, caring team of licensed social workers, marriage and family therapists and mental health counselors have the tools and training to meet your treatment needs. Services are offered in individual, family and group settings, allowing you or your loved one the full benefit of a wide variety of treatment options.
LaToya Griffin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
My focus areas include premarital counseling, marriage therapy, family therapy, and faith-based counseling.
Hey there - I'm LaToya Griffin, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges. I provide a safe space for exploration, healing, and growth. I integrate evidence-based techniques with a faith-based perspective, guiding clients to tap into their strengths, deepen their connections, and cultivate resilience in the face of life's challenges. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and nonjudgmental.
My focus areas include premarital counseling, marriage therapy, family therapy, and faith-based counseling.
Hey there - I'm LaToya Griffin, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges. I provide a safe space for exploration, healing, and growth. I integrate evidence-based techniques with a faith-based perspective, guiding clients to tap into their strengths, deepen their connections, and cultivate resilience in the face of life's challenges. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and nonjudgmental.
Cassie Smeltzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Wayne, IN 46807
relationship with your spouse, significant other, children, family, friends, the world around you and most importantly YOURSELF.
I love what I do and I want you to enjoy the process as well. I will listen and find out what is important to you and then we collaborate together to best meet YOUR goals. I utilize evidenced based practices in my work as they show proven results. My years of experience help guide our work together. I look forward to connecting with you to help you reach your goals and become the best version yourself! I offer early morning, before business hours, as well as evening hours to remove barriers and minimize conflicts with work schedules.
relationship with your spouse, significant other, children, family, friends, the world around you and most importantly YOURSELF.
I love what I do and I want you to enjoy the process as well. I will listen and find out what is important to you and then we collaborate together to best meet YOUR goals. I utilize evidenced based practices in my work as they show proven results. My years of experience help guide our work together. I look forward to connecting with you to help you reach your goals and become the best version yourself! I offer early morning, before business hours, as well as evening hours to remove barriers and minimize conflicts with work schedules.
I have always had a passion for working with children and their families. The majority of my experience has been working with children in a variety of settings: residential, after school programs, schools and providing individual and family therapy to children and adults who have experienced significant trauma, behavior concerns, anxiety and depression.
I have always had a passion for working with children and their families. The majority of my experience has been working with children in a variety of settings: residential, after school programs, schools and providing individual and family therapy to children and adults who have experienced significant trauma, behavior concerns, anxiety and depression.
ADDICTION SERVICES: If you are a family member with a loved one who is struggling with addiction, I can help facilitate an intervention.
I am so pleased that you found your way to my front door. Please know that you have found a place of kindness and gratitude as you embark on a new journey of healing and restoration. The journey may not always be easy, but together there is peace and joy in the destination’s end. As a licensed mental health and licensed addiction therapist, I am trained and utilize two primary therapeutic techniques RRT (rapid resolutions therapy) and EMDR.
ADDICTION SERVICES: If you are a family member with a loved one who is struggling with addiction, I can help facilitate an intervention.
I am so pleased that you found your way to my front door. Please know that you have found a place of kindness and gratitude as you embark on a new journey of healing and restoration. The journey may not always be easy, but together there is peace and joy in the destination’s end. As a licensed mental health and licensed addiction therapist, I am trained and utilize two primary therapeutic techniques RRT (rapid resolutions therapy) and EMDR.
Su Roth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Wayne, IN 46804 (Online Only)
I have been trained and have successfully utilized EMDR, Trauma Focused-CBT, & Internal Family Systems Informed Approach to help my clients.
Hi! My name is Su. You are one step closer to healing and change. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, forming healthy relationships, phobias, PTSD, or just going through life transitions, you have come to the right place. I am confident that you have what it takes to heal and I am here to walk alongside you so that you can get out of your own way to reach your personal goals and be your authentic self. I am excited for you to learn more about yourself and overcome problems that have been affecting your for months, or perhaps even years, as you work with me and as we address deep rooted problems together.
I have been trained and have successfully utilized EMDR, Trauma Focused-CBT, & Internal Family Systems Informed Approach to help my clients.
Hi! My name is Su. You are one step closer to healing and change. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, forming healthy relationships, phobias, PTSD, or just going through life transitions, you have come to the right place. I am confident that you have what it takes to heal and I am here to walk alongside you so that you can get out of your own way to reach your personal goals and be your authentic self. I am excited for you to learn more about yourself and overcome problems that have been affecting your for months, or perhaps even years, as you work with me and as we address deep rooted problems together.
Beth creates a warm, safe, non-judgmental environment for individuals, couples, and families to address their hurt. She partners with her clients to explore their questions, concerns, and pain and to develop a plan to enhance well-being. Beth is trained to address interpersonal concerns, family conflict, relationship issues, as well as mental health disorders such as ADHD, depression, and anxiety. She also works through issues related to grief, loss, betrayal, and deception.
Beth creates a warm, safe, non-judgmental environment for individuals, couples, and families to address their hurt. She partners with her clients to explore their questions, concerns, and pain and to develop a plan to enhance well-being. Beth is trained to address interpersonal concerns, family conflict, relationship issues, as well as mental health disorders such as ADHD, depression, and anxiety. She also works through issues related to grief, loss, betrayal, and deception.
It's not always easy to find unbiased guidance and unwavering support from friends and family.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to tackle their challenges and is enthusiastic about putting in the effort to work through them. I truly understand and connect well with individuals who are ready to embrace change, can be open-minded, and committed. I have worked with clients struggling with stress, anxiety, persistent sadness, and disinterest in daily activities. Additionally, survivors of abuse, or traumatic events, children and teens facing behavioral issues, bullying, or family conflicts, as well as couples dealing with communication issues, infidelity, or other relationship challenges.
It's not always easy to find unbiased guidance and unwavering support from friends and family.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to tackle their challenges and is enthusiastic about putting in the effort to work through them. I truly understand and connect well with individuals who are ready to embrace change, can be open-minded, and committed. I have worked with clients struggling with stress, anxiety, persistent sadness, and disinterest in daily activities. Additionally, survivors of abuse, or traumatic events, children and teens facing behavioral issues, bullying, or family conflicts, as well as couples dealing with communication issues, infidelity, or other relationship challenges.
With personalized treatment plans and a caring approach, I'm here to empower your family to overcome challenges and thrive.
Accepting New Clients. I offer specialized expertise in child mental health, providing evidence-based therapies like CBT, exposure therapy, and behavioral interventions. With compassionate support, I collaborate with families to tailor treatment plans, empowering children and adults alike to overcome anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and behavioral challenges. Whether it's your child's first steps or your own journey, we can navigate this path together towards well-being with evidence-based therapies and compassionate support. My approach to therapy is pro-active to give interventions that can be learned and applied in daily life.
With personalized treatment plans and a caring approach, I'm here to empower your family to overcome challenges and thrive.
Accepting New Clients. I offer specialized expertise in child mental health, providing evidence-based therapies like CBT, exposure therapy, and behavioral interventions. With compassionate support, I collaborate with families to tailor treatment plans, empowering children and adults alike to overcome anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and behavioral challenges. Whether it's your child's first steps or your own journey, we can navigate this path together towards well-being with evidence-based therapies and compassionate support. My approach to therapy is pro-active to give interventions that can be learned and applied in daily life.
Sydney Hathaway
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
Waitlist for new clients
I am open to brief conversations prior to meeting in order to affirm goodness of fit for each client and their family.
As a person-centered therapist, my goal is to work with clients to allow them to find their own potential to help themselves through whatever challenges they face. My passion is working primarily with children, teens, and young adults as they transition through life and encounter various struggles. My objective is never to tell clients what to do, only to assist them in finding their way to inspire independence and autonomy.
I am open to brief conversations prior to meeting in order to affirm goodness of fit for each client and their family.
As a person-centered therapist, my goal is to work with clients to allow them to find their own potential to help themselves through whatever challenges they face. My passion is working primarily with children, teens, and young adults as they transition through life and encounter various struggles. My objective is never to tell clients what to do, only to assist them in finding their way to inspire independence and autonomy.
Krista E. Banks-Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Wayne, IN 46801 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy, I'm committed to providing inclusive and affirming services to all.
Feeling overwhelmed? Lost? Unsure about your next steps? Life can be tough. Sometimes, we need someone to help us navigate the twists and turns. I'm here to listen, understand, and provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your challenges, find clarity, and create a path forward.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy, I'm committed to providing inclusive and affirming services to all.
Feeling overwhelmed? Lost? Unsure about your next steps? Life can be tough. Sometimes, we need someone to help us navigate the twists and turns. I'm here to listen, understand, and provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your challenges, find clarity, and create a path forward.
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My therapeutic approach is tailored to each person, couple, or family based on their unique needs.
Hello, I'm Amy. I welcome all of you to come find new ways to connect with yourself, the environment, and others. Whether you are experiencing interpersonal stress, living on auto-pilot, work-life imbalances, grieving, or confronting unresolved trauma, you don't have to experience it alone. I will meet you in the discomfort and we can move through it together. Showing up is the hardest part.
My therapeutic approach is tailored to each person, couple, or family based on their unique needs.
Hello, I'm Amy. I welcome all of you to come find new ways to connect with yourself, the environment, and others. Whether you are experiencing interpersonal stress, living on auto-pilot, work-life imbalances, grieving, or confronting unresolved trauma, you don't have to experience it alone. I will meet you in the discomfort and we can move through it together. Showing up is the hardest part.
Everyone needs a space where they feel their thoughts and feelings matter. I aim to create a space where people can explore what's on their mind without fear of judgment. I’m experienced with EMDR and Internal Family Systems informed care, which are powerful approaches that help people to process trauma and become a wiser, more balanced version of themselves. I specialize in treating PTSD, issues with dissociation, LGBTQ+, and anxiety/depression. I also enjoy working with addictions or those who are in recovery from addictions, as well as with children and teens.
Everyone needs a space where they feel their thoughts and feelings matter. I aim to create a space where people can explore what's on their mind without fear of judgment. I’m experienced with EMDR and Internal Family Systems informed care, which are powerful approaches that help people to process trauma and become a wiser, more balanced version of themselves. I specialize in treating PTSD, issues with dissociation, LGBTQ+, and anxiety/depression. I also enjoy working with addictions or those who are in recovery from addictions, as well as with children and teens.
Willow Center For Healing
Counselor, EMDR, Trauma, Anxiety
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
We have providers trained in the following: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), Thera-play, mindfulness, attachment-focused DDP, CPP, addictions, family systems, emotionally focused therapy, grief and loss, trauma, neurological processing disorders, school problems & Trainspotting.
We offer in-person & tele-health across the lifespan from toddlers to seniors. We offer family, individual, & couples' counseling. We believe the decision to seek therapy is a courageous step. Although the initial decision can be frightening and stressful, it's our intention to instill hope, foster growth and cultivate healing in your life. The most important aspect to your choice in finding the right counselor is your ability to feel emotionally safe and vulnerable in session. Feeling heard, connected, and validated in a non-judgemental environment is the best predictor to having a successful counseling experience.
We have providers trained in the following: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), Thera-play, mindfulness, attachment-focused DDP, CPP, addictions, family systems, emotionally focused therapy, grief and loss, trauma, neurological processing disorders, school problems & Trainspotting.
We offer in-person & tele-health across the lifespan from toddlers to seniors. We offer family, individual, & couples' counseling. We believe the decision to seek therapy is a courageous step. Although the initial decision can be frightening and stressful, it's our intention to instill hope, foster growth and cultivate healing in your life. The most important aspect to your choice in finding the right counselor is your ability to feel emotionally safe and vulnerable in session. Feeling heard, connected, and validated in a non-judgemental environment is the best predictor to having a successful counseling experience.
Reaching out for help is an important step toward making positive change in your life. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative one where I help you help yourself along the path of change. I have been working in the mental health field since 2003 and work with children, adolescents, and adults. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy in a safe and nonjudgmental environment.
Reaching out for help is an important step toward making positive change in your life. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative one where I help you help yourself along the path of change. I have been working in the mental health field since 2003 and work with children, adolescents, and adults. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy in a safe and nonjudgmental environment.
Jennifer Holmes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Wayne, IN 46804 (Online Only)
I am trained in mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused, Certified Family Trauma Professional, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults suffering from PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, and substance use. I've also worked with families and couples to improve relationships and communication. I believe the biggest factor to successful therapy is based on the relationship between the therapist and the client. I am able to use my own life experiences to help build this relationship and relate more naturally.
I am trained in mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused, Certified Family Trauma Professional, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults suffering from PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, and substance use. I've also worked with families and couples to improve relationships and communication. I believe the biggest factor to successful therapy is based on the relationship between the therapist and the client. I am able to use my own life experiences to help build this relationship and relate more naturally.
I provide mediation in family matters of custody, parenting time, and divorce.
You have choices, and sometimes all the choices suck. They just do. I help you find your way through the choices. I believe you matter, and your feelings matter. You don't matter more than anyone else, but you certainly don't matter less! I work hard to understand what you're experiencing. I have a direct style of communicating, so you will know what I believe. While counseling isn't inherently fast, I won't waste your time. You can read more about my style at www.KatherineGuy.com.
I provide mediation in family matters of custody, parenting time, and divorce.
You have choices, and sometimes all the choices suck. They just do. I help you find your way through the choices. I believe you matter, and your feelings matter. You don't matter more than anyone else, but you certainly don't matter less! I work hard to understand what you're experiencing. I have a direct style of communicating, so you will know what I believe. While counseling isn't inherently fast, I won't waste your time. You can read more about my style at www.KatherineGuy.com.
I have worked extensively with at-risk youth and families, addressing trauma, depression, anxiety, and the effects of substance abuse on family dynamics. I utilize humanistic and existential psychotherapy to meet clients where they are and assist them in achieving their therapeutic goals. I gained specialized experience in multicultural counseling and bi-cultural adjustment through serving the refugee population of Fort Wayne and, I have a background in gender activism and politics. I use my experience working with marginal populations to create a safe and affirming space for all individuals.
I have worked extensively with at-risk youth and families, addressing trauma, depression, anxiety, and the effects of substance abuse on family dynamics. I utilize humanistic and existential psychotherapy to meet clients where they are and assist them in achieving their therapeutic goals. I gained specialized experience in multicultural counseling and bi-cultural adjustment through serving the refugee population of Fort Wayne and, I have a background in gender activism and politics. I use my experience working with marginal populations to create a safe and affirming space for all individuals.
Welcome! I am here to help. I bring a unique skill set of life experiences in which I have personally struggled with. I provide a depth of compassion for those who struggle with anxiety, betrayal, chronic stress, complex trauma, family-of-origin themes/wounds, and narcissistic abuse. I feel profoundly privileged to embark with you on your journey of personal growth, navigating difficult topics. It takes courage to work toward greater fulfillment, identifying goals, and learning solutions to problems which cause emotional turmoil. I have sixty years of knowledge and will provide a non-judgmental environment.
Welcome! I am here to help. I bring a unique skill set of life experiences in which I have personally struggled with. I provide a depth of compassion for those who struggle with anxiety, betrayal, chronic stress, complex trauma, family-of-origin themes/wounds, and narcissistic abuse. I feel profoundly privileged to embark with you on your journey of personal growth, navigating difficult topics. It takes courage to work toward greater fulfillment, identifying goals, and learning solutions to problems which cause emotional turmoil. I have sixty years of knowledge and will provide a non-judgmental environment.
My training is in (EMDR) eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, Internal family systems (IFS) parts work, and (CPP) Parent Child Psychotherapy which helps children 0-5 year and their caregivers.
I'm passionate about helping those experiencing/ed injustice or trauma. I connect the most with children, families and women’s issues. Overall I place a high value on treatment of the whole person, physical, mental, social and spiritual hence "holistic" counseling. I would love to work in conjunction with your health provider team including, teachers, school counselors, psychiatrist or PCP.
My training is in (EMDR) eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, Internal family systems (IFS) parts work, and (CPP) Parent Child Psychotherapy which helps children 0-5 year and their caregivers.
I'm passionate about helping those experiencing/ed injustice or trauma. I connect the most with children, families and women’s issues. Overall I place a high value on treatment of the whole person, physical, mental, social and spiritual hence "holistic" counseling. I would love to work in conjunction with your health provider team including, teachers, school counselors, psychiatrist or PCP.
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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.