Family Therapy in Spartanburg, SC

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Janet Barnes McConnell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Spartanburg, SC 29302
I offer this and very flexible scheduling to accommodate busy work or family lives.
I help individuals forge happy, healthy connections in their partnerships and families. I know how devastating stress, marital conflict and infidelity can be. I want to help you reconnect with each other, rediscover love and affection in your relationships, and build on the skills to make those last. I understand how affairs, addictions, childhood problems, trauma, or life stages--can come between you and a secure attachment to your mate and other family members.
I offer this and very flexible scheduling to accommodate busy work or family lives.
I help individuals forge happy, healthy connections in their partnerships and families. I know how devastating stress, marital conflict and infidelity can be. I want to help you reconnect with each other, rediscover love and affection in your relationships, and build on the skills to make those last. I understand how affairs, addictions, childhood problems, trauma, or life stages--can come between you and a secure attachment to your mate and other family members.
(864) 474-5695 View (864) 474-5695
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Shannon Rogers, LISW-CP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spartanburg, SC 29302
With a desire to improve the mental health of my clients, I utilize the most current strategies in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, Behavior Modification, and Individual Therapy.
Hello! I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker in Spartanburg, SC, and I specialize in helping children, adolescents, and their families with a variety of challenges. I also enjoy working with individuals in therapy to help them reach their goals and highest potential. I use a compassionate and individualized approach to meet each person's needs. I love people and children, and I find being a therapist the most rewarding and fulfilling job. Please let me know if you think I could be of help to you and/or your family!
With a desire to improve the mental health of my clients, I utilize the most current strategies in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, Behavior Modification, and Individual Therapy.
Hello! I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker in Spartanburg, SC, and I specialize in helping children, adolescents, and their families with a variety of challenges. I also enjoy working with individuals in therapy to help them reach their goals and highest potential. I use a compassionate and individualized approach to meet each person's needs. I love people and children, and I find being a therapist the most rewarding and fulfilling job. Please let me know if you think I could be of help to you and/or your family!
(864) 251-5392 View (864) 251-5392
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Sarah Gaskins Parker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spartanburg, SC 29302
My name is Sarah Parker. I am a Spartanburg native and live locally with my husband and son. I have always had a passion for helping others and enjoy partnering with individuals, couples, and families to work towards healing, restoration, and peace. I received my Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. I decided to step out on my own and form my own practice in order to provide the best counseling services possible and maintain a good work/life balance. I would love to help you work through the things in life that are keeping you from living the life you were made to live.
My name is Sarah Parker. I am a Spartanburg native and live locally with my husband and son. I have always had a passion for helping others and enjoy partnering with individuals, couples, and families to work towards healing, restoration, and peace. I received my Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. I decided to step out on my own and form my own practice in order to provide the best counseling services possible and maintain a good work/life balance. I would love to help you work through the things in life that are keeping you from living the life you were made to live.
(864) 766-8675 View (864) 766-8675
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Gail E. Ebert
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A, MMFT, CAMS-II, CPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spartanburg, SC 29302
Waitlist for new clients
I don’t just work with neurodivergent clients, I live a neurodivergent life with my family, too.
Life on the autism spectrum, or living with ADHD, epilepsy, or learning differences can bring all kinds of unknowns. The future can feel scary and lonely, and there’s a lot to figure out. You‘ve got ways to cope, but you want to thrive. On your terms, and in your own way. If someone you love is navigating young adult or adult life on the neurodivergent spectrum, you have questions and uncertainties, too, and support isn’t easy to find. Imagine having someone to talk to who understands the stress and weight of the challenges you face. Imagine having a safe, open, and supportive environment to be yourself and explore a hopeful future.
I don’t just work with neurodivergent clients, I live a neurodivergent life with my family, too.
Life on the autism spectrum, or living with ADHD, epilepsy, or learning differences can bring all kinds of unknowns. The future can feel scary and lonely, and there’s a lot to figure out. You‘ve got ways to cope, but you want to thrive. On your terms, and in your own way. If someone you love is navigating young adult or adult life on the neurodivergent spectrum, you have questions and uncertainties, too, and support isn’t easy to find. Imagine having someone to talk to who understands the stress and weight of the challenges you face. Imagine having a safe, open, and supportive environment to be yourself and explore a hopeful future.
(864) 756-3859 View (864) 756-3859
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Regina Ferris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Spartanburg, SC 29307  (Online Only)
It takes courage to reach out to others, especially when you’re not sure where to turn. This can be especially true if in the past, it's felt unsafe to be your authentic self. That’s why it’s a priority for me to help you feel welcomed and safe from the start of our journey together. I want to help you through the challenges you face. I will work to get to know you, your relationship(s), or your family in order to help you reach your goals. I also believe your access to services is important - I exclusively offer telehealth appointments for your convenience.
It takes courage to reach out to others, especially when you’re not sure where to turn. This can be especially true if in the past, it's felt unsafe to be your authentic self. That’s why it’s a priority for me to help you feel welcomed and safe from the start of our journey together. I want to help you through the challenges you face. I will work to get to know you, your relationship(s), or your family in order to help you reach your goals. I also believe your access to services is important - I exclusively offer telehealth appointments for your convenience.
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Brian J Yore
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Spartanburg, SC 29306
Treatment plans are change and goal oriented based on the aspirations and motivations of the individual/ family.
I am a Licensed, Psychologist (Clinical) with over twenty-five years of experience in treating individuals with various problems in living. It is clear that each client's problems are unique and deserve personal and careful assessment. Subsequent treatment should be supportive and paced accordingly. Clients present because they want something to change and this is the goal of most therapy. It is particularly important to take the mystery out of mental health and this is always achieved.
Treatment plans are change and goal oriented based on the aspirations and motivations of the individual/ family.
I am a Licensed, Psychologist (Clinical) with over twenty-five years of experience in treating individuals with various problems in living. It is clear that each client's problems are unique and deserve personal and careful assessment. Subsequent treatment should be supportive and paced accordingly. Clients present because they want something to change and this is the goal of most therapy. It is particularly important to take the mystery out of mental health and this is always achieved.
(864) 345-8329 View (864) 345-8329
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Counseling Services Of Greenville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LISW-CP, S
Verified Verified
Spartanburg, SC 29303
We are a multifaceted, family-owned, therapeutic counseling practice serving Greenville, SC. We are a group of professionals with a wide variety of experience and expertise, ready to assist individuals, couples and families. Our therapists have experience in a multitude of fields including Trauma Therapy, Premarital Counseling, Relationship Counseling, Adolescent Difficulties, Mood Disorders, Family Relationships, and other concerns. We are open to all belief systems and orientations. We provide a variety of counseling techniques and interventions to best fit your need and preferences.
We are a multifaceted, family-owned, therapeutic counseling practice serving Greenville, SC. We are a group of professionals with a wide variety of experience and expertise, ready to assist individuals, couples and families. Our therapists have experience in a multitude of fields including Trauma Therapy, Premarital Counseling, Relationship Counseling, Adolescent Difficulties, Mood Disorders, Family Relationships, and other concerns. We are open to all belief systems and orientations. We provide a variety of counseling techniques and interventions to best fit your need and preferences.
(864) 274-0338 View (864) 274-0338
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Elizabeth U Willingham
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC/S, NCC, IHC, HTCP
Verified Verified
Spartanburg, SC 29303
I help children, adolescents, adults, families reduce stress, resolve crisis, & integrate trauma/grief using a strength-based, supportive relationship and evidence-based practices (play/expressive therapy, EMDR, Mind Body Medicine, trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy, family systems).
Do you feel afraid, worried, alone, helpless? Are you constantly reminded of a painful or terrifying experience that has interrupted your life and shattered your sense of trust, safety, and control? Are your circumstances so overwhelming you cannot cope and feel that no one will understand? Maybe you are experiencing a challenging life transition or health concern, and you need support for yourself, your child, or your family. No matter what trauma, loss, or life transition you are facing, THERE IS HOPE. You CAN resolve the problem, heal the pain, find peace and experience the GIFT of wellness.
I help children, adolescents, adults, families reduce stress, resolve crisis, & integrate trauma/grief using a strength-based, supportive relationship and evidence-based practices (play/expressive therapy, EMDR, Mind Body Medicine, trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy, family systems).
Do you feel afraid, worried, alone, helpless? Are you constantly reminded of a painful or terrifying experience that has interrupted your life and shattered your sense of trust, safety, and control? Are your circumstances so overwhelming you cannot cope and feel that no one will understand? Maybe you are experiencing a challenging life transition or health concern, and you need support for yourself, your child, or your family. No matter what trauma, loss, or life transition you are facing, THERE IS HOPE. You CAN resolve the problem, heal the pain, find peace and experience the GIFT of wellness.
(864) 293-7146 View (864) 293-7146
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Karen Strange
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSAT, CPTT, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Spartanburg, SC 29301
As a Certified Sex Addictions Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, and co-founder of the Center for Sexual and Relational Health, I specialize in helping individuals and couples struggling with sexual/porn addiction, compulsive sexual behaviors, infidelity, and the associated trauma from those behaviors. Because sexual/porn addiction impacts the entire family system, I am also a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist as I help partners navigate the emotional impact created by the problematic behaviors of their loved ones. I journey alongside my clients to help them create a new narrative for themselves so they can move forward.
As a Certified Sex Addictions Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, and co-founder of the Center for Sexual and Relational Health, I specialize in helping individuals and couples struggling with sexual/porn addiction, compulsive sexual behaviors, infidelity, and the associated trauma from those behaviors. Because sexual/porn addiction impacts the entire family system, I am also a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist as I help partners navigate the emotional impact created by the problematic behaviors of their loved ones. I journey alongside my clients to help them create a new narrative for themselves so they can move forward.
(864) 886-5915 View (864) 886-5915
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Brian Kent Larimer
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Spartanburg, SC 29302  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with family relationships, life transitions, athletic/sports issues, or problems working in ministry? I am passionate about addressing the unique challenges faced by individuals and families. With a strong foundation in Christian Counseling principles, I have dedicated my career to fostering healing and growth. Do you need help navigating the complexities of family dynamics? Are you an athlete struggling with the specific pressures that come with that role? Do you love the Lord but are struggling with your specific ministry?
Are you struggling with family relationships, life transitions, athletic/sports issues, or problems working in ministry? I am passionate about addressing the unique challenges faced by individuals and families. With a strong foundation in Christian Counseling principles, I have dedicated my career to fostering healing and growth. Do you need help navigating the complexities of family dynamics? Are you an athlete struggling with the specific pressures that come with that role? Do you love the Lord but are struggling with your specific ministry?
(864) 528-3065 View (864) 528-3065
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Melody Blighton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spartanburg, SC 29301  (Online Only)
I am the founder of Seasons of Mind Counseling Services provided via Well-nite Telehealth Platform! I provide Individual, Family and Group therapy via telehealth for Adults, Children and Adolescents who need access to psychotherapy without the hassle of traveling to a clinic!.
Are you in a season of life where you feel lost, abandoned, misunderstood, anxious, fearful of what's next? Are thoughts of the past interrupting your daily routine? Do you have difficulty enjoying the happy moments in your life? Do your emotions overwhelm you? Do you feel like you don't have time to travel to a clinic for therapy? If so, you are in the right place!
I am the founder of Seasons of Mind Counseling Services provided via Well-nite Telehealth Platform! I provide Individual, Family and Group therapy via telehealth for Adults, Children and Adolescents who need access to psychotherapy without the hassle of traveling to a clinic!.
Are you in a season of life where you feel lost, abandoned, misunderstood, anxious, fearful of what's next? Are thoughts of the past interrupting your daily routine? Do you have difficulty enjoying the happy moments in your life? Do your emotions overwhelm you? Do you feel like you don't have time to travel to a clinic for therapy? If so, you are in the right place!
(341) 888-7895 View (341) 888-7895
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Moving Mindful Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spartanburg, SC 29303
I have years of experience providing Cognitive behavioral therapy(CBT), Dialectical Behavioral therapy( DBT), Mindfulness Focused CBT, and Attachment based family therapy.
Damn life is hard, are you tired of facing it alone? Do you struggle with constant anxious thoughts, finding it difficult to thrive at work or maintain relationships? Do you feel guilty about setting boundaries? Maybe it's time to try something different with Moving Mindful Therapy. We Listen, We Care, and We Can Help! I’m not your typical therapist, but maybe that’s exactly what you need right now. It’s time for you to be heard, understood, and supported. Give yourself permission to put yourself first. Let’s connect today!
I have years of experience providing Cognitive behavioral therapy(CBT), Dialectical Behavioral therapy( DBT), Mindfulness Focused CBT, and Attachment based family therapy.
Damn life is hard, are you tired of facing it alone? Do you struggle with constant anxious thoughts, finding it difficult to thrive at work or maintain relationships? Do you feel guilty about setting boundaries? Maybe it's time to try something different with Moving Mindful Therapy. We Listen, We Care, and We Can Help! I’m not your typical therapist, but maybe that’s exactly what you need right now. It’s time for you to be heard, understood, and supported. Give yourself permission to put yourself first. Let’s connect today!
(803) 805-2120 View (803) 805-2120
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Leigh Gault Rose
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spartanburg, SC 29306
All of us have hard times and face a level of inner turmoil that can leave us feeling all alone. It could be struggles with family, coworkers or with just feeling safe enough to be yourself in spite of social pressures to conform. It is those times that you need someone to help you find your way and to become empowered to live your life to the fullest. Whether is is issue related to trauma, grief or overwhelming anxiety, know that you can get the support you need to thrive.
All of us have hard times and face a level of inner turmoil that can leave us feeling all alone. It could be struggles with family, coworkers or with just feeling safe enough to be yourself in spite of social pressures to conform. It is those times that you need someone to help you find your way and to become empowered to live your life to the fullest. Whether is is issue related to trauma, grief or overwhelming anxiety, know that you can get the support you need to thrive.
(864) 207-4771 View (864) 207-4771
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Skylyn Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spartanburg, SC 29302
My practice offers clinicians with specialties in social work, marriage and family therapy, and professional counseling.
I understand that many times the human family is in crisis, and that all individuals are capable of and deserve compassion. It is my mission to reach out to families in order to help create and maintain greater love and health in relationships. It is my goal to make my services accessible to the broadest reach of people across race, religion, class, culture, sexual orientation, and ethnicity.
My practice offers clinicians with specialties in social work, marriage and family therapy, and professional counseling.
I understand that many times the human family is in crisis, and that all individuals are capable of and deserve compassion. It is my mission to reach out to families in order to help create and maintain greater love and health in relationships. It is my goal to make my services accessible to the broadest reach of people across race, religion, class, culture, sexual orientation, and ethnicity.
(864) 803-0611 View (864) 803-0611
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Stacy Marshall Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MACC, LPC
Verified Verified
Spartanburg, SC 29307
I have worked as a licensed counselor for over ten years helping people with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, marriage & family conflict, parenting, life transitions, and loss of purpose.
I believe in establishing a relationship of trust in making counseling effective. My first priority is to get to know clients and seek to understand life from their perspective. From there I hope to help clients heal, grow and change. I seek to constantly grow as a counselor and be the best I can be for my clients.
I have worked as a licensed counselor for over ten years helping people with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, marriage & family conflict, parenting, life transitions, and loss of purpose.
I believe in establishing a relationship of trust in making counseling effective. My first priority is to get to know clients and seek to understand life from their perspective. From there I hope to help clients heal, grow and change. I seek to constantly grow as a counselor and be the best I can be for my clients.
(864) 778-2565 View (864) 778-2565
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Courtney Bramlett
Marriage & Family Therapist, Courtney Bramlett, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Spartanburg, SC 29302
My main focus is your family's wellbeing.
Being a parent is tough and I’m here to help. Having worked with children and teens who struggle with anger, anxiety, and perfectionism, my first goal is to create a safe space for them to express what is causing these these behaviors and emotions. As your child begins to open up, I will invite you into these session and we will discuss what is causing these behaviors and emotions as well as strategies to help them manage it.
My main focus is your family's wellbeing.
Being a parent is tough and I’m here to help. Having worked with children and teens who struggle with anger, anxiety, and perfectionism, my first goal is to create a safe space for them to express what is causing these these behaviors and emotions. As your child begins to open up, I will invite you into these session and we will discuss what is causing these behaviors and emotions as well as strategies to help them manage it.
(864) 619-3464 View (864) 619-3464
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Thomas Eubanks
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spartanburg, SC 29307
Emerge Family Therapy is a network of therapists and student therapists dedicated to helping the Spartanburg community.
Do you need help navigating a particularly tough time in life? I believe that therapy can provide a space for individuals to safely and openly explore problems of any kind. My goal is to collaboratively work to create a comfortable and supportive atmosphere in which we can gain a better understanding of your problems, which can often lead to new insights about how to approach it. Finding the right therapist is often a frustrating process that takes some trial and error. But when we're able to find the right fit, it can make a difference. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have to see if we would be a good fit for one another.
Emerge Family Therapy is a network of therapists and student therapists dedicated to helping the Spartanburg community.
Do you need help navigating a particularly tough time in life? I believe that therapy can provide a space for individuals to safely and openly explore problems of any kind. My goal is to collaboratively work to create a comfortable and supportive atmosphere in which we can gain a better understanding of your problems, which can often lead to new insights about how to approach it. Finding the right therapist is often a frustrating process that takes some trial and error. But when we're able to find the right fit, it can make a difference. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have to see if we would be a good fit for one another.
(864) 571-1016 View (864) 571-1016
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Marjorie Warren, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Spartanburg, SC 29302
You're a Resilient Warrior, needing an open space to work through the daily stress from work, academics, sports, family, and peers.
Many days, pressure from others’ expectations can be mentally, physically & emotionally draining. It seems you are never good enough, always pushing toward perfection. Working hard, putting time in day and night, struggling to perform at work, school, home, with sports, family and peers. This can lead to overwhelming amounts of stress, fear, sadness, conflict, and irritability, impacting choices made. You want to feel valued and accepted, and are told to be mentally tough and stay strong. On the inside you are nervous, and fear failure. Outside pressure can be overwhelming, bringing feelings of self doubt, and fear.
You're a Resilient Warrior, needing an open space to work through the daily stress from work, academics, sports, family, and peers.
Many days, pressure from others’ expectations can be mentally, physically & emotionally draining. It seems you are never good enough, always pushing toward perfection. Working hard, putting time in day and night, struggling to perform at work, school, home, with sports, family and peers. This can lead to overwhelming amounts of stress, fear, sadness, conflict, and irritability, impacting choices made. You want to feel valued and accepted, and are told to be mentally tough and stay strong. On the inside you are nervous, and fear failure. Outside pressure can be overwhelming, bringing feelings of self doubt, and fear.
(864) 548-9923 View (864) 548-9923
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Beverly Y Wade
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Spartanburg, SC 29302
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my experience includes working with individuals, families, and couples.
Each day life presents us with opportunities as well as challenges. Unfortunately, at times, challenges can overshadow opportunities, leaving us feeling overwhelmed. Throughout my 28 years in the educational field and my 8 years in the field of Marriage and Family Therapy, I have seen firsthand how challenges can impact every area of life. As your therapist, I will provide a safe and supportive environment to help you discover your strengths and explore solutions to help you move forward.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my experience includes working with individuals, families, and couples.
Each day life presents us with opportunities as well as challenges. Unfortunately, at times, challenges can overshadow opportunities, leaving us feeling overwhelmed. Throughout my 28 years in the educational field and my 8 years in the field of Marriage and Family Therapy, I have seen firsthand how challenges can impact every area of life. As your therapist, I will provide a safe and supportive environment to help you discover your strengths and explore solutions to help you move forward.
(864) 671-0304 View (864) 671-0304
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Hitha Srivatsan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCH, MMFT
Verified Verified
Spartanburg, SC 29307
As a Marriage and Family Therapist who has been trained in Hypnotherapy, I am able to offer you support on your healing journey, whether you are interested in individual or couples therapy or therapy for your entire family unit.
Ready for things to change? Tired of feeling stuck in cycles in your relationship, your moods, your behaviours? Have there been events in your past you'd rather not have replay in your head over and over again? A sense of security, meaning and control is probably what you're looking for. In therapy you (and your partner and/or family members) will learn how to use many methods (including self-hypnosis) to speed up the process of gaining new insights and to reinforce your resolve to enact change in your life, as you choose. You remain entirely in control of your experiences.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist who has been trained in Hypnotherapy, I am able to offer you support on your healing journey, whether you are interested in individual or couples therapy or therapy for your entire family unit.
Ready for things to change? Tired of feeling stuck in cycles in your relationship, your moods, your behaviours? Have there been events in your past you'd rather not have replay in your head over and over again? A sense of security, meaning and control is probably what you're looking for. In therapy you (and your partner and/or family members) will learn how to use many methods (including self-hypnosis) to speed up the process of gaining new insights and to reinforce your resolve to enact change in your life, as you choose. You remain entirely in control of your experiences.
(864) 319-0916 View (864) 319-0916

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.