Family Therapy in Fayetteville, TN

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Andrew C Lyon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, TN 37334
I believe and work from the viewpoint that all individuals and family units have the strength and ability within themselves to approach whatever may come their way and find a solution to address their issues. It is my responsibility to help the individual or family unit to see those strengths and abilities and approach them from both a Christian and systemic viewpoint. I work with children of all ages up to those of a Senior age.
I believe and work from the viewpoint that all individuals and family units have the strength and ability within themselves to approach whatever may come their way and find a solution to address their issues. It is my responsibility to help the individual or family unit to see those strengths and abilities and approach them from both a Christian and systemic viewpoint. I work with children of all ages up to those of a Senior age.
(615) 270-4052 View (615) 270-4052
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Tim Brooks
Counselor, MSHA, LPC-MHS
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, TN 37334
I look forward to working with you and your family.
Life can be hard. I know from personal experience. I have been a counselor for over twenty years and a client before that. Counseling provides individuals a safe place to work on making personal changes. I teach skills for overcoming anxiety disorders, such as panic attacks and obsessive compulsive behaviors, as well as working with chronic pain, depression and trauma.
I look forward to working with you and your family.
Life can be hard. I know from personal experience. I have been a counselor for over twenty years and a client before that. Counseling provides individuals a safe place to work on making personal changes. I teach skills for overcoming anxiety disorders, such as panic attacks and obsessive compulsive behaviors, as well as working with chronic pain, depression and trauma.
(931) 295-0952 View (931) 295-0952
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Joseph W Self
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, MDiv
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, TN 37334
Life can be full of interruptions, obstacles, and tragedies, causing overwhelming emotions and dysfunctional behavior. Rather than let life write your story, you have strength within you to rewrite your life story in the midst of our wonderful Creator's great story.
Life can be full of interruptions, obstacles, and tragedies, causing overwhelming emotions and dysfunctional behavior. Rather than let life write your story, you have strength within you to rewrite your life story in the midst of our wonderful Creator's great story.
(931) 208-5964 View (931) 208-5964

Online Therapists

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Jan Clifton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37205
It's hard to talk to friends or family members about the lack of joy or imbalance of struggle in parenting.
You have managed or contained life's challenges until it doesn't work anymore. The experiences of the past do not have to interfere with your joy in the present or future. My goal is to create a safe place for you to explore, learn, and create a new way of being in relationships and the world. I specialize in working with individuals and families that have been impacted by traumatic experiences, complex grief, attachment and relationship ruptures. Loss often involves trauma and trauma always involves grief. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
It's hard to talk to friends or family members about the lack of joy or imbalance of struggle in parenting.
You have managed or contained life's challenges until it doesn't work anymore. The experiences of the past do not have to interfere with your joy in the present or future. My goal is to create a safe place for you to explore, learn, and create a new way of being in relationships and the world. I specialize in working with individuals and families that have been impacted by traumatic experiences, complex grief, attachment and relationship ruptures. Loss often involves trauma and trauma always involves grief. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
(615) 490-0420 View (615) 490-0420
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Andrea Chase
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, ESQ
Verified Verified
Cleveland, TN 37311
Andrea is the co-founder & co-executive director of Solomon Family Solutions, a nonprofit child & family welfare agency. She is passionate about helping parents & children overcome & heal from abuse while navigating the court system. Andrea is a TN licensed professional counselor with a mental health services provider designation, a licensed CA Attorney and was a fellow at Family Violence Appellate Project (FVAP). Andrea is a doctoral candidate pursuing her PhD in Forensic Psychology with an emphasis in Victimology. Her dissertation focuses on biological fathers that murder their children during divorce & child custody disputes.
Andrea is the co-founder & co-executive director of Solomon Family Solutions, a nonprofit child & family welfare agency. She is passionate about helping parents & children overcome & heal from abuse while navigating the court system. Andrea is a TN licensed professional counselor with a mental health services provider designation, a licensed CA Attorney and was a fellow at Family Violence Appellate Project (FVAP). Andrea is a doctoral candidate pursuing her PhD in Forensic Psychology with an emphasis in Victimology. Her dissertation focuses on biological fathers that murder their children during divorce & child custody disputes.
(423) 205-6745 View (423) 205-6745
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Naomi Boothe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCMHSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37405
I have additional training and experience with trauma, addiction and recovery, marriage and family therapy, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, mood regulation.
I acknowledge and respect the effort it takes to reach out for help. The strength it takes to say "enough!, I'm sick and tired of being sick and tired". The courage it takes to choose towards something more, something better, than where you are at right now. Thank you for being here! What if every wrongness was a strength not yet acknowledged? You are stronger than you think and worth so much more than you can imagine. The fact that you are reading this right now is proof of that!
I have additional training and experience with trauma, addiction and recovery, marriage and family therapy, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, mood regulation.
I acknowledge and respect the effort it takes to reach out for help. The strength it takes to say "enough!, I'm sick and tired of being sick and tired". The courage it takes to choose towards something more, something better, than where you are at right now. Thank you for being here! What if every wrongness was a strength not yet acknowledged? You are stronger than you think and worth so much more than you can imagine. The fact that you are reading this right now is proof of that!
(423) 218-4314 View (423) 218-4314
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Kimberly Henderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
Waitlist for new clients
I help clients with trauma, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, family counseling, and parenting skills.
Have you been struggling to get through life lately? Maybe you often feel anxious, burned out, overwhelmed, or as if want to give up. Yes, life is full of twists and turns. Sometimes these twists and turns can make you feel as if you are going to lose control. Whether this is a new feeling for you or it is an old, reoccurring feeling I am here to help. Giving up is not the answer, but seeking help is the key. Imagine not constantly feeling overwhelmed, burned out, worried, depressed or anxious. I will assist you in your journey towards a place of peaceful balanced living. I invite you to schedule an appointment with me today.
I help clients with trauma, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, family counseling, and parenting skills.
Have you been struggling to get through life lately? Maybe you often feel anxious, burned out, overwhelmed, or as if want to give up. Yes, life is full of twists and turns. Sometimes these twists and turns can make you feel as if you are going to lose control. Whether this is a new feeling for you or it is an old, reoccurring feeling I am here to help. Giving up is not the answer, but seeking help is the key. Imagine not constantly feeling overwhelmed, burned out, worried, depressed or anxious. I will assist you in your journey towards a place of peaceful balanced living. I invite you to schedule an appointment with me today.
(901) 586-3657 View (901) 586-3657
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Allison Hunnicutt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCTP, CSAT-S, CMAT
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
Being trained in marriage and family therapy means that I am not only trained in traditional psychotherapy, but also in family systems.
In my personal and professional life, I have found one thing to be true: Life can be hard. I have a passion for supporting others in resolving pain and reclaiming fullness in life. While pain is an inevitable part of the human experience, suffering is optional. I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families heal from relational and other traumas, problematic sexual behaviors, addictions, and intimacy disorders. I see men and women whose lives have spiraled out of control become desperate for help. I see brokenhearted adults and children as they learn to cope with an unstable world. My heart is to heal the broken hearted and give hope where hope was once lost.
Being trained in marriage and family therapy means that I am not only trained in traditional psychotherapy, but also in family systems.
In my personal and professional life, I have found one thing to be true: Life can be hard. I have a passion for supporting others in resolving pain and reclaiming fullness in life. While pain is an inevitable part of the human experience, suffering is optional. I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families heal from relational and other traumas, problematic sexual behaviors, addictions, and intimacy disorders. I see men and women whose lives have spiraled out of control become desperate for help. I see brokenhearted adults and children as they learn to cope with an unstable world. My heart is to heal the broken hearted and give hope where hope was once lost.
(615) 488-5389 View (615) 488-5389
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Brooke Casella
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
I have an integrative approach to therapy drawing from Attachment Therapy, EFT, and IFS (internal family systems), while valuing the therapeutic relationship above all.
Every human at one point or another needs help on their journey in life. Perhaps you are feeling stuck or disconnected, experiencing a loss, or in the midst of a life transition. Maybe life feels overwhelming or your ways of being (beliefs and strategies) are no longer working for you or you are just longing for things to be different but aren’t sure where to even start. It takes great courage to find a counselor and begin the process of healing and wholeness that can come through therapy. I understand this as I have experienced my own transformative growth and healing through personal therapy.
I have an integrative approach to therapy drawing from Attachment Therapy, EFT, and IFS (internal family systems), while valuing the therapeutic relationship above all.
Every human at one point or another needs help on their journey in life. Perhaps you are feeling stuck or disconnected, experiencing a loss, or in the midst of a life transition. Maybe life feels overwhelming or your ways of being (beliefs and strategies) are no longer working for you or you are just longing for things to be different but aren’t sure where to even start. It takes great courage to find a counselor and begin the process of healing and wholeness that can come through therapy. I understand this as I have experienced my own transformative growth and healing through personal therapy.
(615) 219-2591 View (615) 219-2591
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Kiana Butler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC/MH
Verified Verified
Hendersonville, TN 37075
She also provides family sessions and works with parents as needed when working with children.
Kiana Butler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee who has been practicing since 2017. She has her Bachelors and Masters from Lindsey Wilson College and is pursuing her Doctorate from Lindsey Wilson College as well. Kiana has a strong passion for teens and young adult women and helping them reach their highest potential. Her approach to therapy helps people build connections with others and implements different therapeutic approaches best suited for each client. Kiana provides a safe space to help explore clients’ concerns and helps navigate emotions and how they can impact daily life.
She also provides family sessions and works with parents as needed when working with children.
Kiana Butler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee who has been practicing since 2017. She has her Bachelors and Masters from Lindsey Wilson College and is pursuing her Doctorate from Lindsey Wilson College as well. Kiana has a strong passion for teens and young adult women and helping them reach their highest potential. Her approach to therapy helps people build connections with others and implements different therapeutic approaches best suited for each client. Kiana provides a safe space to help explore clients’ concerns and helps navigate emotions and how they can impact daily life.
(629) 529-4608 View (629) 529-4608
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Campbell Hopkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37215
I have specialized training in trauma and predominantly utilize Internal Family Systems (IFS) or "parts work" in my therapeutic practice.
Two values I strive for in the therapy room are understanding and security. When you walk through my door, I want you to feel the kind of safety that allows you to get cozy on the sofa and take a deep breath before diving into what matters most to you. Throughout the process, my hope is that all parts of you - those you love and know well and those that you struggle with or push away in your daily life - feel welcome, seen, appreciated, and understood. My clients are primarily adult individuals who hope to find healing and connection within themselves and with others.
I have specialized training in trauma and predominantly utilize Internal Family Systems (IFS) or "parts work" in my therapeutic practice.
Two values I strive for in the therapy room are understanding and security. When you walk through my door, I want you to feel the kind of safety that allows you to get cozy on the sofa and take a deep breath before diving into what matters most to you. Throughout the process, my hope is that all parts of you - those you love and know well and those that you struggle with or push away in your daily life - feel welcome, seen, appreciated, and understood. My clients are primarily adult individuals who hope to find healing and connection within themselves and with others.
(615) 471-6747 View (615) 471-6747
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Tennessee Art Therapy and Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37405  (Online Only)
Sometimes extra help and support are needed to successfully navigate through the challenging and difficult situations that arise in life. By seeking therapy, you will receive our support while we work as a team to better understand your challenging life situations. If you make a commitment to change and work on improving yourself and your situation, therapy can give you the tools you need to face future life challenges. In a comfortable and supportive environment, we offer a highly personalized approach made to meet the needs of each individual client and/or family to help them achieve personal growth.
Sometimes extra help and support are needed to successfully navigate through the challenging and difficult situations that arise in life. By seeking therapy, you will receive our support while we work as a team to better understand your challenging life situations. If you make a commitment to change and work on improving yourself and your situation, therapy can give you the tools you need to face future life challenges. In a comfortable and supportive environment, we offer a highly personalized approach made to meet the needs of each individual client and/or family to help them achieve personal growth.
(423) 515-2879 View (423) 515-2879
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Dr. Jodie Bergquist
Licensed Professional Counselor, DPC, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
We affirm you for these first steps! Life can be tough at times, and it can lead us down paths that leave us feeling hopeless. Many think that what you’re going through is your fault, some think you can change it on your own, many of you have tried many times to find answers. Addiction, Trauma, and Family Conflict weighs us down in life and leaves us thinking there is no hope. How do we know? We have been there. One thing we believe is people can heal! What if you could redefine, refocus, revive, even recreate the life you deserve? At Redefine Life, this is exactly what we do. We help you become the best version of you!
We affirm you for these first steps! Life can be tough at times, and it can lead us down paths that leave us feeling hopeless. Many think that what you’re going through is your fault, some think you can change it on your own, many of you have tried many times to find answers. Addiction, Trauma, and Family Conflict weighs us down in life and leaves us thinking there is no hope. How do we know? We have been there. One thing we believe is people can heal! What if you could redefine, refocus, revive, even recreate the life you deserve? At Redefine Life, this is exactly what we do. We help you become the best version of you!
(832) 925-4188 View (832) 925-4188
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Rachel Ann Atkinson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MTh, MMFT
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37067
I desire to be an authentic, non-judgmental, calm presence in order to create a safe place for you to share your story. In the field of marriage and family therapy, we focus on relationships. I want to help people find peace in their relationship with self and others.
I desire to be an authentic, non-judgmental, calm presence in order to create a safe place for you to share your story. In the field of marriage and family therapy, we focus on relationships. I want to help people find peace in their relationship with self and others.
(615) 437-5603 View (615) 437-5603
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Cleveland Counseling & Mental Health
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleveland, TN 37311
Currently accepting new child, adolescent, and family therapy clients. If your child is struggling in school, your family is experiencing separation/divorce, or your family needs someone to talk to, therapist on staff Hannah Sexton is a skillfully trained child and family therapist. She specializes working with emotional disturbances, anxiety, family conflict, behavioral issues, trauma, depression, separation/divorce, and more. Humans face issues all throughout life, but kids face exceptional challenges with differing stages of mental and physical development. We are here to help. You do not have to navigate this alone.
Currently accepting new child, adolescent, and family therapy clients. If your child is struggling in school, your family is experiencing separation/divorce, or your family needs someone to talk to, therapist on staff Hannah Sexton is a skillfully trained child and family therapist. She specializes working with emotional disturbances, anxiety, family conflict, behavioral issues, trauma, depression, separation/divorce, and more. Humans face issues all throughout life, but kids face exceptional challenges with differing stages of mental and physical development. We are here to help. You do not have to navigate this alone.
(423) 594-1917 View (423) 594-1917
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Christine Faith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027  (Online Only)
I treat depression, anxiety, other mood related issues, and couples/family work.
If you're thinking of investing in yourself by choosing therapy, I'd love to be your guide and join you on your journey. Therapy is sacred. It's valuable work so that we can connect to our inner selves and our relationships. I especially love when therapy is done by Telehealth so clients can connect to me from the comfort and convenience of their homes (furbabies welcomed!) My favorite work with clients is highly collaborative, and my clients know that, with me, they get a warm approach, accepting nature, and a safe space in which to do this sacred work.
I treat depression, anxiety, other mood related issues, and couples/family work.
If you're thinking of investing in yourself by choosing therapy, I'd love to be your guide and join you on your journey. Therapy is sacred. It's valuable work so that we can connect to our inner selves and our relationships. I especially love when therapy is done by Telehealth so clients can connect to me from the comfort and convenience of their homes (furbabies welcomed!) My favorite work with clients is highly collaborative, and my clients know that, with me, they get a warm approach, accepting nature, and a safe space in which to do this sacred work.
(629) 289-0200 View (629) 289-0200
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Diane Gammon -Living With Hope Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, CMHIMP, ASDCS, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Hello and Welcome! I specialize in Crisis, Depression, Trauma, Autism Testing & Couples/Marriage Intensives (Completed Level 1 training in Gottman Method), Family Reunification, Abandonment, Anxiety/Panic, PTSD, Autism, Neurodiverse/Neurotypical Relationships, Holistic Self-Care, Self-Harm, Suicide Ideation, Grief/Loss, Miscarriages/Infant Loss, ADHD, OCD, Personality Disorders, Drug/Alcohol/Other Addictions, Low Self-Esteem/Self-Worth, Eating Disorders, Body Image, Communication Skills/ Relationships, Sexual Assault, Rape/Domestic Violence, Behavior Issues, Corrections, Foster Care, Adoption Transition, Postpartum, Bipolar, & more.
Hello and Welcome! I specialize in Crisis, Depression, Trauma, Autism Testing & Couples/Marriage Intensives (Completed Level 1 training in Gottman Method), Family Reunification, Abandonment, Anxiety/Panic, PTSD, Autism, Neurodiverse/Neurotypical Relationships, Holistic Self-Care, Self-Harm, Suicide Ideation, Grief/Loss, Miscarriages/Infant Loss, ADHD, OCD, Personality Disorders, Drug/Alcohol/Other Addictions, Low Self-Esteem/Self-Worth, Eating Disorders, Body Image, Communication Skills/ Relationships, Sexual Assault, Rape/Domestic Violence, Behavior Issues, Corrections, Foster Care, Adoption Transition, Postpartum, Bipolar, & more.
(615) 654-6252 View (615) 654-6252
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Ashley Dillon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP, AS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Hixson, TN 37343
Waitlist for new clients
I have a passion for helping families and young people. Parenting in all stages of life can be difficult, which is why I seek to provide support, understanding, and tools to help enhance your family relationships. I work directly with caregivers to manage behaviors of toddlerhood. I connect well with middle schoolers who find it difficult to connect with others. I also enjoy helping teenagers find hope and healing while overcoming depression and trauma. I’m like a teacher in that you should learn something from me, like a doctor in that you should overcome symptoms, and like a firefighter in that I help keep kids safe.
I have a passion for helping families and young people. Parenting in all stages of life can be difficult, which is why I seek to provide support, understanding, and tools to help enhance your family relationships. I work directly with caregivers to manage behaviors of toddlerhood. I connect well with middle schoolers who find it difficult to connect with others. I also enjoy helping teenagers find hope and healing while overcoming depression and trauma. I’m like a teacher in that you should learn something from me, like a doctor in that you should overcome symptoms, and like a firefighter in that I help keep kids safe.
(423) 709-8311 View (423) 709-8311
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Lori Petrie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37212
Understanding your inner most self and your relationships is a profound journey toward discovery and introspection that is possible for most everyone. For some, the decision to enter therapy is made after many challenging attempts to resolve specific issues on their own. Others seek therapy to gain insight and greater awareness of family and relational patterns that are keeping them from realizing the life they’d hoped for. I believe in a person's innate ability to find meaningful change and growth in their lives. Sometimes we just need a little help getting there.
Understanding your inner most self and your relationships is a profound journey toward discovery and introspection that is possible for most everyone. For some, the decision to enter therapy is made after many challenging attempts to resolve specific issues on their own. Others seek therapy to gain insight and greater awareness of family and relational patterns that are keeping them from realizing the life they’d hoped for. I believe in a person's innate ability to find meaningful change and growth in their lives. Sometimes we just need a little help getting there.
(629) 276-5672 View (629) 276-5672
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Kate Moody
Pre-Licensed Professional, NCC, MEd, LPC, MHSP, (temp)
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37204
I work with men and women experiencing anxiety, attachment issues, codependency, depression, emotional regulation issues, family conflict, grief and loss, high sensitivity (HSP), life transitions, relationship problems, trauma (physical/emotional/religious), and more. I am also trained in EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a therapeutic approach that uses eye movements to reprocess traumatic events.
I work with men and women experiencing anxiety, attachment issues, codependency, depression, emotional regulation issues, family conflict, grief and loss, high sensitivity (HSP), life transitions, relationship problems, trauma (physical/emotional/religious), and more. I am also trained in EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a therapeutic approach that uses eye movements to reprocess traumatic events.
(629) 205-3409 View (629) 205-3409

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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.