Relational Therapists in Charlotte, MI

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Nike Bethea
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
Charlotte, MI 48813
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone has a reason for what they feel and do. I find great value in helping you explore your own reasons and make meaning out of them so you can heal and be the best version of yourself possible. I love helping anyone who desires a better understanding of themselves but I have a particular interest in treating issues close to my heart. These include suicidal ideation, sexual assault and abuse, trauma, PTSD, and relationship issues.
Everyone has a reason for what they feel and do. I find great value in helping you explore your own reasons and make meaning out of them so you can heal and be the best version of yourself possible. I love helping anyone who desires a better understanding of themselves but I have a particular interest in treating issues close to my heart. These include suicidal ideation, sexual assault and abuse, trauma, PTSD, and relationship issues.
(517) 201-1142 View (517) 201-1142
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Alicia Montoya
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, MI 48813
I am a Counseling Psychologist and have 10+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults of diverse backgrounds, with a variety of mental health needs. Specialities that I have include Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and psychological assessment. These specialties are used intentionally to provide effective and individualized treatment for my clients, to address their personally identified treatment goal(s); individual and group therapy sessions are offered.
I am a Counseling Psychologist and have 10+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults of diverse backgrounds, with a variety of mental health needs. Specialities that I have include Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and psychological assessment. These specialties are used intentionally to provide effective and individualized treatment for my clients, to address their personally identified treatment goal(s); individual and group therapy sessions are offered.
(517) 200-9891 View (517) 200-9891
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Linda G Sherrill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC, EdD, MAEC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, MI 48813
Because of my professional experiences as an educator, administrator, and mental health counselor; I have a broad perspective appropriate for children, adolescents, adults, and couples encountering transitions and life challenges. As a certified trauma therapist, therapy sessions are client-centered, meaning that the needs of the client are first priority and my goal is to provide guidance and support for my clients to be able to address their specific needs in a safe and comfortable environment to experience growth in their personal life and mental health healing.
Because of my professional experiences as an educator, administrator, and mental health counselor; I have a broad perspective appropriate for children, adolescents, adults, and couples encountering transitions and life challenges. As a certified trauma therapist, therapy sessions are client-centered, meaning that the needs of the client are first priority and my goal is to provide guidance and support for my clients to be able to address their specific needs in a safe and comfortable environment to experience growth in their personal life and mental health healing.
(517) 589-4206 View (517) 589-4206
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Expert Therapy Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LMFT, CFAS, CSOTS
Verified Verified
Charlotte, MI 48813
Are you ready to heal? Are you tired of unhelpful and seemingly unending symptoms and counseling? Then I invite you to take decisive steps towards recovery from most serious individual, couple, and family crises at Expert Therapy Services. You will be treated by a DOCTORAL level therapist who specializes simultaneously in multiple dimensions of mental, behavioral, and family health. A PhD therapist has at least twice the amount of academic education, clinical supervision experiences, and knowledge that is focused on helping you more effectively. Why settle for less?
Are you ready to heal? Are you tired of unhelpful and seemingly unending symptoms and counseling? Then I invite you to take decisive steps towards recovery from most serious individual, couple, and family crises at Expert Therapy Services. You will be treated by a DOCTORAL level therapist who specializes simultaneously in multiple dimensions of mental, behavioral, and family health. A PhD therapist has at least twice the amount of academic education, clinical supervision experiences, and knowledge that is focused on helping you more effectively. Why settle for less?
(517) 306-2964 View (517) 306-2964

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Lifepoint Counseling
Psychologist, PhD, LP, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
As a compassionate therapist, I specialize in grief, PTSD, anxiety, bipolar disorders, sleep disorders, and occupational burnout. With a Ph.D. in psychology, I have expertise in anxiety, PTSD, depression, relationship problems, and sleep disorders. I am fluent in American Sign Language, providing direct therapy to Deaf and Hard of Hearing populations. Choose me as your therapist for personalized support in overcoming challenges and fostering resilience.
As a compassionate therapist, I specialize in grief, PTSD, anxiety, bipolar disorders, sleep disorders, and occupational burnout. With a Ph.D. in psychology, I have expertise in anxiety, PTSD, depression, relationship problems, and sleep disorders. I am fluent in American Sign Language, providing direct therapy to Deaf and Hard of Hearing populations. Choose me as your therapist for personalized support in overcoming challenges and fostering resilience.
(517) 201-2942 View (517) 201-2942

Online Therapists

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Amy K Bolton
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
Riverview, MI 48193
I welcome the opportunity to discuss your individual situation and how I might be of assistance in helping you create healthy emotional and relational patterns.
Seeking therapeutic treatment is an important decision, and finding the right mental health care provider is critical. I maintain a safe, confidential environment in which it becomes possible for individuals of all ages to communicate, address issues, and create new solutions to old problems. I specialize in treating individuals, including adolescents. I also have extensive experience in domestic violence rehabilitation with both perpetrators and victims and work with men and women who desire to break the cycle of abuse in their own lives.
I welcome the opportunity to discuss your individual situation and how I might be of assistance in helping you create healthy emotional and relational patterns.
Seeking therapeutic treatment is an important decision, and finding the right mental health care provider is critical. I maintain a safe, confidential environment in which it becomes possible for individuals of all ages to communicate, address issues, and create new solutions to old problems. I specialize in treating individuals, including adolescents. I also have extensive experience in domestic violence rehabilitation with both perpetrators and victims and work with men and women who desire to break the cycle of abuse in their own lives.
(734) 304-8840 View (734) 304-8840
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Portage
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Portage, MI 49002
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(269) 448-7819 View (269) 448-7819
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Tia N Dickerson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LLMFT, LLPC, QMHP, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
When people experience trauma, chronic life stressors, and /or destructive relationship patterns, life can quickly become overwhelming and unmanageable. My passion is to bring healing to people who have endured great hardship and restore wholeness and joy to their lives. I help adults, families, teens, and children navigate troubled times, & find healthy perceptions of themselves. I view all difficulties systemically and works to shift both individual and relational patterns to provide comprehensive, long-lasting results. I understand that one size does not fit all and can tailor the treatment plan to fit each client's unique needs.
When people experience trauma, chronic life stressors, and /or destructive relationship patterns, life can quickly become overwhelming and unmanageable. My passion is to bring healing to people who have endured great hardship and restore wholeness and joy to their lives. I help adults, families, teens, and children navigate troubled times, & find healthy perceptions of themselves. I view all difficulties systemically and works to shift both individual and relational patterns to provide comprehensive, long-lasting results. I understand that one size does not fit all and can tailor the treatment plan to fit each client's unique needs.
(734) 802-0912 View (734) 802-0912
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Emily Darling-Funk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Holland, MI 49423
My therapeutic style is relational, warm, genuine, and open.
Do you worry about your child's behavior or emotional health? About your own emotional health? Maybe you are grieving the loss of a child? Take hope, because you have come to the right place. I have been walking beside women and couples struggling with these issues. I have seen many people in your place recover and begin to live more fulfilling and purposeful lives.
My therapeutic style is relational, warm, genuine, and open.
Do you worry about your child's behavior or emotional health? About your own emotional health? Maybe you are grieving the loss of a child? Take hope, because you have come to the right place. I have been walking beside women and couples struggling with these issues. I have seen many people in your place recover and begin to live more fulfilling and purposeful lives.
(616) 219-8640 View (616) 219-8640
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Kelly Sawyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rochester Hills, MI 48309
I specialize in depression, anxiety, ADHD, relational issues and life transitions in adolescents and adults.
Life brings about all ranges of human emotion and reaction. As we are all individuals, we have different perspectives on the challenges that tend to suddenly appear at our doorstep. It is a powerful realization to recognize when those experiences become too overwhelming to manage alone. Through a variety of psychodynamic, humanistic and behavioral theories, I work to use an integrative approach to therapeutic intervention in order to fit the treatment to the individual.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, ADHD, relational issues and life transitions in adolescents and adults.
Life brings about all ranges of human emotion and reaction. As we are all individuals, we have different perspectives on the challenges that tend to suddenly appear at our doorstep. It is a powerful realization to recognize when those experiences become too overwhelming to manage alone. Through a variety of psychodynamic, humanistic and behavioral theories, I work to use an integrative approach to therapeutic intervention in order to fit the treatment to the individual.
(248) 450-5438 View (248) 450-5438
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Impression Psychotherapy - Heather Nitzki
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
My work tends to focus more on strengthening the relationship that forms between us and using the trustworthy, secure attachment that we've formed to help us go deep in exploring and healing past and present relational wounds.
I believe that we all need safe, supportive relationships in order to not only survive, but to thrive. As a therapist, I aim to serve as that sense of stability amongst whatever chaos my clients may be feeling or facing. In our work, I won't tell you what to do or how to fix your problems - I wholeheartedly believe that you already hold those answers somewhere within you. With that being said, I do believe that it is fully my job to collaborate & explore with you, to bring you my honest experience & thoughts, and to work with you to help you uncover & find your own unique answers & truths that work best for you & for your healing.
My work tends to focus more on strengthening the relationship that forms between us and using the trustworthy, secure attachment that we've formed to help us go deep in exploring and healing past and present relational wounds.
I believe that we all need safe, supportive relationships in order to not only survive, but to thrive. As a therapist, I aim to serve as that sense of stability amongst whatever chaos my clients may be feeling or facing. In our work, I won't tell you what to do or how to fix your problems - I wholeheartedly believe that you already hold those answers somewhere within you. With that being said, I do believe that it is fully my job to collaborate & explore with you, to bring you my honest experience & thoughts, and to work with you to help you uncover & find your own unique answers & truths that work best for you & for your healing.
(616) 920-0113 View (616) 920-0113
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Kelly Mack
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
My strong relational and observational skills help to build trust between me and my clients - allowing for openness to the therapeutic process and successful progress towards goals.
Welcome! I am here to help you navigate life's challenges, support you in your healing, and identify your inner strengths. I have experience working with individuals across the lifespan and am especially passionate about working with teens and young adults. I enjoy working with individuals as they navigate issues with relationships, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and family of origin concerns. I have clinical experience working in a variety of settings including university mental health, community clinics and schools.
My strong relational and observational skills help to build trust between me and my clients - allowing for openness to the therapeutic process and successful progress towards goals.
Welcome! I am here to help you navigate life's challenges, support you in your healing, and identify your inner strengths. I have experience working with individuals across the lifespan and am especially passionate about working with teens and young adults. I enjoy working with individuals as they navigate issues with relationships, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and family of origin concerns. I have clinical experience working in a variety of settings including university mental health, community clinics and schools.
(734) 600-8049 View (734) 600-8049
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Anxiety Specialist Incia Rashid-Dawdy
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC-IL, LPC-MI, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48912  (Online Only)
I am passionate about working with Millennial and Gen-Z populations, and practice with psychodynamic, relational, and emotion-focused techniques.
Welcome! I'm Incia Rashid-Dawdy, Therapist, Founder, and CEO of Curated Change Psychotherapy and Coaching, PLLC. I founded Curated Change for one simple reason: to provide fully-remote therapy and coaching services tailored to support people who are navigating the exhausting and uncertain world we all live in. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois and Michigan, and as an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, I specialize in working with Millennial, Gen-Z, BIPOC and LGBTQIA clients through a culturally-sensitive, queer-affirming, sex-positive lens, and have 10+ years of experience providing mental health care to those in need.
I am passionate about working with Millennial and Gen-Z populations, and practice with psychodynamic, relational, and emotion-focused techniques.
Welcome! I'm Incia Rashid-Dawdy, Therapist, Founder, and CEO of Curated Change Psychotherapy and Coaching, PLLC. I founded Curated Change for one simple reason: to provide fully-remote therapy and coaching services tailored to support people who are navigating the exhausting and uncertain world we all live in. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois and Michigan, and as an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, I specialize in working with Millennial, Gen-Z, BIPOC and LGBTQIA clients through a culturally-sensitive, queer-affirming, sex-positive lens, and have 10+ years of experience providing mental health care to those in need.
(989) 494-1376 View (989) 494-1376
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Tammy Lesniak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Utica, MI 48317
My approach is insight-oriented & relational to help gain a deeper self-awareness and provide opportunity to explore emotions in a safe and supportive environment.
Are you feeling sad, down or anxious and not always sure why? Are you questioning decisions you have made in life or are you feeling stuck? All of us at one time or another are faced with difficult and challenging situations or overwhelming emotions that can leave you feeling stuck and uncertain on how to change. Reaching out for help through a supportive therapeutic relationship with me can be the first step to help you sort out and understand what is going on and improve your life.
My approach is insight-oriented & relational to help gain a deeper self-awareness and provide opportunity to explore emotions in a safe and supportive environment.
Are you feeling sad, down or anxious and not always sure why? Are you questioning decisions you have made in life or are you feeling stuck? All of us at one time or another are faced with difficult and challenging situations or overwhelming emotions that can leave you feeling stuck and uncertain on how to change. Reaching out for help through a supportive therapeutic relationship with me can be the first step to help you sort out and understand what is going on and improve your life.
(586) 649-3655 View (586) 649-3655
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Compassionate Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LMSW, Phd , PA
Verified Verified
Spring Lake, MI 49456
As compassionate therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential. Our caring multidisciplinary team is ready to guide you through depression, anxiety, anger, mood issues, trauma, relationship conflict, or other life stressors. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, we offer a person-centered approach tailored to your needs to help you reach the personal or relational growth you deserve. We hope that you come to know the unique person that God has created you to be in order to live your life in abundance.
As compassionate therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential. Our caring multidisciplinary team is ready to guide you through depression, anxiety, anger, mood issues, trauma, relationship conflict, or other life stressors. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, we offer a person-centered approach tailored to your needs to help you reach the personal or relational growth you deserve. We hope that you come to know the unique person that God has created you to be in order to live your life in abundance.
(616) 344-5204 View (616) 344-5204
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Leigh Ellis
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
One of our most important relationships is the one we have with ourselves. How we talk to ourselves, treat ourselves, and view ourselves impacts our daily living and the relationships around us. Therapy provides an opportunity to gain awareness of how we relate to ourselves and others. We begin to recognize our relational patterns and understand how these patterns were developed and are maintained. Through this self-understanding, we can begin to learn new ways of being with ourselves and others.
One of our most important relationships is the one we have with ourselves. How we talk to ourselves, treat ourselves, and view ourselves impacts our daily living and the relationships around us. Therapy provides an opportunity to gain awareness of how we relate to ourselves and others. We begin to recognize our relational patterns and understand how these patterns were developed and are maintained. Through this self-understanding, we can begin to learn new ways of being with ourselves and others.
(616) 205-9767 View (616) 205-9767
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Melissa Lees
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plymouth, MI 48170
I have taken training in Gottman and Relational Life Therapy for couples.
Whether you are experiencing current problems or would like to focus on personal or relational goals, I would like to support your journey to optimal wellbeing. I work with all kinds of mental health symptoms including depression, anxiety, panic, and other issues. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health wellness and can work in conjunction with your medical doctor, nutritionist, or other providers. My focus is trauma therapy, especially complex PTSD or developmental trauma. I have training in couples therapy and overcoming narcissistic abuse.
I have taken training in Gottman and Relational Life Therapy for couples.
Whether you are experiencing current problems or would like to focus on personal or relational goals, I would like to support your journey to optimal wellbeing. I work with all kinds of mental health symptoms including depression, anxiety, panic, and other issues. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health wellness and can work in conjunction with your medical doctor, nutritionist, or other providers. My focus is trauma therapy, especially complex PTSD or developmental trauma. I have training in couples therapy and overcoming narcissistic abuse.
(734) 849-3462 View (734) 849-3462
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Alicia Chiasson - Religious Trauma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, MPA, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Farmington Hills, MI 48335  (Online Only)
In a warm and relational environment, I apply a holistic approach to my specialty area of spiritual/religious abuse, as well as with those experiencing general anxiety, depression, other trauma, identity crisis, relational issues, chronic physical pain, and adjustment/transitional challenges while using a variety of techniques tailored to my client’s needs.
Have you experienced religious trauma/spiritual abuse or other trauma from which you can't seem to bounce back? Do you ever think that your mind, emotions, and/or body are your enemy? Do you want to feel more grounded, connected to your true Self, and fulfilled in life? If so, I would love the chance to meet with you. I've spent years healing from religious trauma and learning to release the associated feelings of shame and anxiety in order to find the authentic "home" within me and I care deeply about helping others do the same, no matter their particular life experience.
In a warm and relational environment, I apply a holistic approach to my specialty area of spiritual/religious abuse, as well as with those experiencing general anxiety, depression, other trauma, identity crisis, relational issues, chronic physical pain, and adjustment/transitional challenges while using a variety of techniques tailored to my client’s needs.
Have you experienced religious trauma/spiritual abuse or other trauma from which you can't seem to bounce back? Do you ever think that your mind, emotions, and/or body are your enemy? Do you want to feel more grounded, connected to your true Self, and fulfilled in life? If so, I would love the chance to meet with you. I've spent years healing from religious trauma and learning to release the associated feelings of shame and anxiety in order to find the authentic "home" within me and I care deeply about helping others do the same, no matter their particular life experience.
(313) 673-4800 View (313) 673-4800
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Dr. Emma Westra
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holland, MI 49423
Many of us have experienced hardships and suffering in our lives, and sometimes we need help. I believe psychotherapy is a space that can help by providing healing and comfort to those who need it. Many things can contribute to life’s difficulties including historical, systemic, emotional, relational, and interpersonal factors. In therapy, I am interested in how these complexities impact you.
Many of us have experienced hardships and suffering in our lives, and sometimes we need help. I believe psychotherapy is a space that can help by providing healing and comfort to those who need it. Many things can contribute to life’s difficulties including historical, systemic, emotional, relational, and interpersonal factors. In therapy, I am interested in how these complexities impact you.
(734) 519-6372 View (734) 519-6372
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Mend Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
The Mend method is heavily influenced by evidence based methods, relational psychotherapy, and existential psychotherapy.
Life is complicated. Let's figure it out. Accepting Clients In-Person & Online - It could be long-term depression or recent development in your life. You could be severely depressed or mildly so. Maybe you’re feeling stuck, lost, or empty. Maybe what used to work for you doesn't anymore. You're trying to make changes but it doesn't seem to be working. Maybe you're always feeling tired, exhausted, or generally bad about yourself. Perhaps you're high strung and having difficulty calming down. Therapy can truly help you find more meaning and happiness in your life.
The Mend method is heavily influenced by evidence based methods, relational psychotherapy, and existential psychotherapy.
Life is complicated. Let's figure it out. Accepting Clients In-Person & Online - It could be long-term depression or recent development in your life. You could be severely depressed or mildly so. Maybe you’re feeling stuck, lost, or empty. Maybe what used to work for you doesn't anymore. You're trying to make changes but it doesn't seem to be working. Maybe you're always feeling tired, exhausted, or generally bad about yourself. Perhaps you're high strung and having difficulty calming down. Therapy can truly help you find more meaning and happiness in your life.
(616) 545-8563 View (616) 545-8563

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Relational Therapists

How does relational therapy work?

Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.

Is relational therapy evidence-based?

Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.

How long are people typically in relational therapy?

Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.

Does relational therapy work?

While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.