Family Systems Therapists in Dallas, TX

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SMC Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75206
It takes courage to even consider asking for help! If you’re hoping to become a better human, if you’re ready to invest in yourself and your relationships, I offer authentic connection and companionship. Change only happens in the context of trusting relationships, I believe, and I strive to be as genuine as possible in the counseling process. I seek clients who are ready to invest in themselves and desire support for the journey. It’s also important to know I have found Internal Family Systems (IFS) to be a particularly effective modality to help individuals move towards healing and health. I am Level 1 trained in IFS.
It takes courage to even consider asking for help! If you’re hoping to become a better human, if you’re ready to invest in yourself and your relationships, I offer authentic connection and companionship. Change only happens in the context of trusting relationships, I believe, and I strive to be as genuine as possible in the counseling process. I seek clients who are ready to invest in themselves and desire support for the journey. It’s also important to know I have found Internal Family Systems (IFS) to be a particularly effective modality to help individuals move towards healing and health. I am Level 1 trained in IFS.
(214) 253-4136 View (214) 253-4136
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Joey M. Santos III
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75248
Issues are viewed through a family systems theory conceptual lens.
Counseling can be a very personal journey. A supportive, comfortable and professional therapeutic relationship with a counselor is important to positive outcomes. Clients can expect a collaborative, non-judgemental and accepting experience as they are supported towards change.
Issues are viewed through a family systems theory conceptual lens.
Counseling can be a very personal journey. A supportive, comfortable and professional therapeutic relationship with a counselor is important to positive outcomes. Clients can expect a collaborative, non-judgemental and accepting experience as they are supported towards change.
(469) 947-9278 View (469) 947-9278
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Dr. Mary A. Patton, PhD, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75204
My clinical approach is integrative & evidence based utilizing cognitive-behavioral, narrative, psychodynamic, & attachment/family systems techniques.
Thank you for your interest in my psychological services. My educational background includes a Masters degree in Professional Counseling, a Masters degree in Psychology, and a Doctorate (PhD) in Clinical Psychology. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Dallas,Texas with 15 years of experience practicing. I work with clients who are dealing with a wide range of concerns including Depression, Anxiety/Panic, Schizophrenia, OCD, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Personality Disorders, family of origin concerns & exploration, & many other psychological & behavioral challenges.
My clinical approach is integrative & evidence based utilizing cognitive-behavioral, narrative, psychodynamic, & attachment/family systems techniques.
Thank you for your interest in my psychological services. My educational background includes a Masters degree in Professional Counseling, a Masters degree in Psychology, and a Doctorate (PhD) in Clinical Psychology. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Dallas,Texas with 15 years of experience practicing. I work with clients who are dealing with a wide range of concerns including Depression, Anxiety/Panic, Schizophrenia, OCD, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Personality Disorders, family of origin concerns & exploration, & many other psychological & behavioral challenges.
(469) 296-3109 View (469) 296-3109
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Melissa Konrad Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230  (Online Only)
As a therapist I work from a humanistic approach pulling from attachment and family systems theory.
People begin therapy for various reasons. Commonly for self-development, the wish to improve confidence, grieving a loved one or the loss of a relationship. Other reasons could be experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, or life transitions. Or perhaps you struggle with the existential questions of life. Whatever, your reasons for treatment are unique to you. There is only one You. That also means your goals and needs are specific to your ongoing interpersonal growth. If you are ready to improve your life, gain clarity, and learn ways to manage your emotions then counseling is a positive step.
As a therapist I work from a humanistic approach pulling from attachment and family systems theory.
People begin therapy for various reasons. Commonly for self-development, the wish to improve confidence, grieving a loved one or the loss of a relationship. Other reasons could be experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, or life transitions. Or perhaps you struggle with the existential questions of life. Whatever, your reasons for treatment are unique to you. There is only one You. That also means your goals and needs are specific to your ongoing interpersonal growth. If you are ready to improve your life, gain clarity, and learn ways to manage your emotions then counseling is a positive step.
(469) 654-4002 View (469) 654-4002
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M.A.D. Therapy, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, USN Ret, LMFT, MAMFT, RYT-200, PhD edu
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75201
As a relationship therapist, LMFT, and doctoral MFT student, helping relationships thrive is my ultimate goal. In addition to Family Systems work, I utilize Solution-Focused Therapy to stabilize day-to-day life and design a preferred future. Once a safe environment is established we will explore the root of the traumas. We will re-evaluate boundaries and increase self-confidence and self-validation with the development of strong coping skills and self-soothing techniques. I guide my clients out of survival mode to living in the present. I include psychotherapeutic yoga, CBT, DBT, attachment, and neuropsychology. I am EMDR trained.
As a relationship therapist, LMFT, and doctoral MFT student, helping relationships thrive is my ultimate goal. In addition to Family Systems work, I utilize Solution-Focused Therapy to stabilize day-to-day life and design a preferred future. Once a safe environment is established we will explore the root of the traumas. We will re-evaluate boundaries and increase self-confidence and self-validation with the development of strong coping skills and self-soothing techniques. I guide my clients out of survival mode to living in the present. I include psychotherapeutic yoga, CBT, DBT, attachment, and neuropsychology. I am EMDR trained.
(214) 225-6598 View (214) 225-6598
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Barbara Neal
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75219
I am committed to providing my clients with a confidential, caring and professional setting to address their interests and concerns. My years of training and experience in family systems, solution focused therapy and coaching have given me a strong belief in the resilience people have and their capacity to develop new skills that will help them create a more emotionally satisfying life.
I am committed to providing my clients with a confidential, caring and professional setting to address their interests and concerns. My years of training and experience in family systems, solution focused therapy and coaching have given me a strong belief in the resilience people have and their capacity to develop new skills that will help them create a more emotionally satisfying life.
(469) 242-6436 View (469) 242-6436
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Jessica Walsh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75254  (Online Only)
Hello! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist committed to helping my clients make changes in their lives that will lead to a sense of positivity, empowerment and the ability to move forward in areas where they might feel currently "stuck". I help my clients achieve this through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Family Systems Therapy, meaning I will help you examine what is going on and help you on your path towards making daily thinking and behavior changes that will bring improvements to your life.
Hello! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist committed to helping my clients make changes in their lives that will lead to a sense of positivity, empowerment and the ability to move forward in areas where they might feel currently "stuck". I help my clients achieve this through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Family Systems Therapy, meaning I will help you examine what is going on and help you on your path towards making daily thinking and behavior changes that will bring improvements to your life.
(214) 609-1598 View (214) 609-1598
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Geraldine Hickerson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75204  (Online Only)
She has a strong interest in helping people reach their mental health and life goals and in sessions, utilizes cognitive reprocessing therapy (CPT), faith-based therapy (FBT), family systems therapy (FST), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), solutions-focused brief therapy (SFBT), and much more.
Dr. Geraldine Hickerson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 16 years of experience working with teens, adults, and seniors. She specializes in treating PTSD, mood disorders, stress, women's issues, substance use, panic disorder, anger, behavior issues, trauma, and more. Dr. Hickerson obtained her Master's degree in Social Work from Spalding University in her Doctorate of Social Work from Capella University.
She has a strong interest in helping people reach their mental health and life goals and in sessions, utilizes cognitive reprocessing therapy (CPT), faith-based therapy (FBT), family systems therapy (FST), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), solutions-focused brief therapy (SFBT), and much more.
Dr. Geraldine Hickerson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 16 years of experience working with teens, adults, and seniors. She specializes in treating PTSD, mood disorders, stress, women's issues, substance use, panic disorder, anger, behavior issues, trauma, and more. Dr. Hickerson obtained her Master's degree in Social Work from Spalding University in her Doctorate of Social Work from Capella University.
(469) 746-3138 View (469) 746-3138
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Sonya Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LMFT-S, Prof
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75219
My methods are experiential, with a focus on attachments and family systems, call me at 214.
If your teen is approaching crisis, you are scared, or at your wits end, an in-home family intensive will help your family return to calm. Intensives compress 6 months of weekly family therapy into a few days and provide a deeper and more cohesive result. We have time to explore, understand, learn, and practice in real-time, without a stopwatch. The decision to enter a family intensive may feel like a leap. It is a big commitment of time and resources yet will produce an exponential return on investment for your family and teen, call me at 214.915.0449.
My methods are experiential, with a focus on attachments and family systems, call me at 214.
If your teen is approaching crisis, you are scared, or at your wits end, an in-home family intensive will help your family return to calm. Intensives compress 6 months of weekly family therapy into a few days and provide a deeper and more cohesive result. We have time to explore, understand, learn, and practice in real-time, without a stopwatch. The decision to enter a family intensive may feel like a leap. It is a big commitment of time and resources yet will produce an exponential return on investment for your family and teen, call me at 214.915.0449.
(214) 915-0449 View (214) 915-0449
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Lauren Elizabeth Rothstein
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75231
I am trained in EMDR, DBT, CBT, psychodynamic and family systems approaches.
Does this sound like you? No matter how hard you try, negative thoughts fill your head, swimming around, taking over your day. You try so hard, but everything you do feels wrong, imperfect, and uncomfortable. Sometimes you may feel full of energy and then crash or become tearful and sad or angry and irritable. Sometimes you may have nightmares or flashbacks or lose time just sitting and thinking. Perhaps you have felt this way and gone through the same behavior patterns your whole life. Or maybe, these feelings are brand new, and you have never felt this way before. For whatever reason, you are seeking help and I am glad you are.
I am trained in EMDR, DBT, CBT, psychodynamic and family systems approaches.
Does this sound like you? No matter how hard you try, negative thoughts fill your head, swimming around, taking over your day. You try so hard, but everything you do feels wrong, imperfect, and uncomfortable. Sometimes you may feel full of energy and then crash or become tearful and sad or angry and irritable. Sometimes you may have nightmares or flashbacks or lose time just sitting and thinking. Perhaps you have felt this way and gone through the same behavior patterns your whole life. Or maybe, these feelings are brand new, and you have never felt this way before. For whatever reason, you are seeking help and I am glad you are.
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Morgan Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, EMDR-Tr
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75232  (Online Only)
Modalities I utilize include CBT, Person-Centered, EMDR, and Family Systems.
Hello, it is an honor to meet you! I am an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) committed to providing high-quality counseling services to individuals and families. I am a trained and experienced therapist dedicated to helping the individuals I serve to achieve their personal and emotional goals through a variety of therapy techniques. Visit my site here: forthegreater.net
Modalities I utilize include CBT, Person-Centered, EMDR, and Family Systems.
Hello, it is an honor to meet you! I am an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) committed to providing high-quality counseling services to individuals and families. I am a trained and experienced therapist dedicated to helping the individuals I serve to achieve their personal and emotional goals through a variety of therapy techniques. Visit my site here: forthegreater.net
(469) 270-3344 View (469) 270-3344
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Katie McBrayer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75219
Family Systems provides the framework for my theoretical approach which provides the context for how you have arrived where you are.
I enjoy helping individuals, couples and families find their way to healing and connection. We spend at least 12 years preparing for a career, but we don't learn how to do marriage or repair conflict. Together, we will work to consider the influences that form your attachment style, behavioral patterns, and beliefs about yourself and your surroundings. It is common to continue those familiar patterns into adulthood, which can create challenging dynamics in life and in relationships. Learning these skills early in your relationship can improve the quality of your connection for a lifetime.
Family Systems provides the framework for my theoretical approach which provides the context for how you have arrived where you are.
I enjoy helping individuals, couples and families find their way to healing and connection. We spend at least 12 years preparing for a career, but we don't learn how to do marriage or repair conflict. Together, we will work to consider the influences that form your attachment style, behavioral patterns, and beliefs about yourself and your surroundings. It is common to continue those familiar patterns into adulthood, which can create challenging dynamics in life and in relationships. Learning these skills early in your relationship can improve the quality of your connection for a lifetime.
(214) 380-3515 View (214) 380-3515
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Jana L. Swart
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75231
My approach to therapy is based on an interpersonal/psychodynamic/family systems theoretical foundation.
Many people struggle with uncertainty in handling new situations or resolving old problems. You may be experiencing difficulties in your relationships with family, friends, bosses and coworkers, or struggling with long-term issues related to difficulty achieving personal goals, grief and loss, depression and anxiety, or other issues. Past ways of dealing with problems may no longer be working and/or have become self-defeating. Please contact me to discuss how psychotherapy might help you make different choices as you deal with current life stresses, or long-standing problems.
My approach to therapy is based on an interpersonal/psychodynamic/family systems theoretical foundation.
Many people struggle with uncertainty in handling new situations or resolving old problems. You may be experiencing difficulties in your relationships with family, friends, bosses and coworkers, or struggling with long-term issues related to difficulty achieving personal goals, grief and loss, depression and anxiety, or other issues. Past ways of dealing with problems may no longer be working and/or have become self-defeating. Please contact me to discuss how psychotherapy might help you make different choices as you deal with current life stresses, or long-standing problems.
(469) 848-3718 View (469) 848-3718
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Danielle McGowan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75217
Welcome! My name is Danielle McGowan and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 18 years of clinical experience working with young adults, individuals, and families in their crisis, trauma, or desire for change. I specialize in adjustment, trauma, grief, anxiety, and understanding behavior patterns that are set from childhood and family systems. My most common practices include cognitive behavioral therapy, emotional-focused therapy, solution-focused, motivational interviewing, and grief work. I believe that the most memorable therapy connections are with the most hesitant or unsure individuals.
Welcome! My name is Danielle McGowan and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 18 years of clinical experience working with young adults, individuals, and families in their crisis, trauma, or desire for change. I specialize in adjustment, trauma, grief, anxiety, and understanding behavior patterns that are set from childhood and family systems. My most common practices include cognitive behavioral therapy, emotional-focused therapy, solution-focused, motivational interviewing, and grief work. I believe that the most memorable therapy connections are with the most hesitant or unsure individuals.
(214) 239-2225 View (214) 239-2225
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Donald Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75219
Individual, couples, and family treatment issues such as adjustment, anxiety, depression, ADHD are addressed utilizing an integration of client centered, family systems, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic modalities.
DONALD LEE, earned his B.A. from Brandeis University. He earned his M.A., M.Ed., and Ed.D. in counseling psychology from Columbia University. He is also a Licensed Professional Counselor. He provides individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults, as well as, providing marital and family therapy. He treats individuals with anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance/alcohol abuse, and adjustment issues. Dr. Lee has taught courses in individual therapy, group counseling, and racial-cultural counseling at the graduate level. His clinical experiences have involved work with the chronically mentally ill, victims of trauma, and has consulted at agencies working with victims of domestic violence.
Individual, couples, and family treatment issues such as adjustment, anxiety, depression, ADHD are addressed utilizing an integration of client centered, family systems, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic modalities.
DONALD LEE, earned his B.A. from Brandeis University. He earned his M.A., M.Ed., and Ed.D. in counseling psychology from Columbia University. He is also a Licensed Professional Counselor. He provides individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults, as well as, providing marital and family therapy. He treats individuals with anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance/alcohol abuse, and adjustment issues. Dr. Lee has taught courses in individual therapy, group counseling, and racial-cultural counseling at the graduate level. His clinical experiences have involved work with the chronically mentally ill, victims of trauma, and has consulted at agencies working with victims of domestic violence.
(469) 203-8927 View (469) 203-8927
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Prime Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC, NCC, MBA, EMDR
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75240
We often work with the entire family systems during the therapeutic process ensuring long term healing.
We are experts at helping you heal from unwanted and unhealthy behaviors. Our team specializes in distinct behaviors and diagnoses that allow us to treat what you are struggling with. Our clients have typically been to multiple treatment centers, therapists, psychologists, hospitals, etc. and none have been able to completely understand. Collaboration is a strong focus to ensure that both you as an individual and your family unit sprint towards a healthy state. We often have calls with psychiatrists, other therapists, recovery coaches, and family members to ensure we fully understand the history and current state.
We often work with the entire family systems during the therapeutic process ensuring long term healing.
We are experts at helping you heal from unwanted and unhealthy behaviors. Our team specializes in distinct behaviors and diagnoses that allow us to treat what you are struggling with. Our clients have typically been to multiple treatment centers, therapists, psychologists, hospitals, etc. and none have been able to completely understand. Collaboration is a strong focus to ensure that both you as an individual and your family unit sprint towards a healthy state. We often have calls with psychiatrists, other therapists, recovery coaches, and family members to ensure we fully understand the history and current state.
(469) 824-9847 View (469) 824-9847
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Laura L. Sparkman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75206
She uses a combination of therapy orientations tailored to the individual including Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Family Systems Therapy to instill hope by identifying maladaptive, distorted thought patterns and reframe them to positively change behaviors.
Just as a diabetic requires insulin and a person with vision impairment needs glasses, sometimes we benefit from emotional support to boost optimal brain health and function. Counseling is a safe, collaborative opportunity for you to take personal, self-care time assessing, processing and redefining your life. Learn to build skills to improve communication, social relationships, goal setting, decision making, time management, organization, work / life balance, self-esteem and any other issues preventing you from being the most authentic, successful, fulfilled version of yourself. Sparkman Counseling & Educational Consulting, PLLC offers counseling, coaching and consulting services.
She uses a combination of therapy orientations tailored to the individual including Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Family Systems Therapy to instill hope by identifying maladaptive, distorted thought patterns and reframe them to positively change behaviors.
Just as a diabetic requires insulin and a person with vision impairment needs glasses, sometimes we benefit from emotional support to boost optimal brain health and function. Counseling is a safe, collaborative opportunity for you to take personal, self-care time assessing, processing and redefining your life. Learn to build skills to improve communication, social relationships, goal setting, decision making, time management, organization, work / life balance, self-esteem and any other issues preventing you from being the most authentic, successful, fulfilled version of yourself. Sparkman Counseling & Educational Consulting, PLLC offers counseling, coaching and consulting services.
(469) 414-3424 View (469) 414-3424
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Elizabeth Bittiker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75205
Elizabeth is a licensed psychotherapist and Senior Associate Therapist at Tate Psychotherapy. Elizabeth is based in NYC and provides virtual psychotherapy to Texas residents. Elizabeth utilizes an integrative approach with an emphasis on internal family systems and cognitive behavioral therapy. In her clinical work, Elizabeth helps women, college students and adolescent girls overcome an array of mental health struggles including relational issues, anxiety and self esteem.
Elizabeth is a licensed psychotherapist and Senior Associate Therapist at Tate Psychotherapy. Elizabeth is based in NYC and provides virtual psychotherapy to Texas residents. Elizabeth utilizes an integrative approach with an emphasis on internal family systems and cognitive behavioral therapy. In her clinical work, Elizabeth helps women, college students and adolescent girls overcome an array of mental health struggles including relational issues, anxiety and self esteem.
(469) 966-6809 View (469) 966-6809
Wendy Weltman Palmer, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75231
Because of my unique background in both depth psychology and family systems theory I often provide consultation to family businesses and serve as resource to managers in larger corporate settings.
Is there something missing from your life? Are you seeking to mend a broken heart or a broken family? Do you sense that you could be getting more out of your work or your personal relationships? These are questions that I as an individual, couple and family therapist I am equipped to help you answer.
Because of my unique background in both depth psychology and family systems theory I often provide consultation to family businesses and serve as resource to managers in larger corporate settings.
Is there something missing from your life? Are you seeking to mend a broken heart or a broken family? Do you sense that you could be getting more out of your work or your personal relationships? These are questions that I as an individual, couple and family therapist I am equipped to help you answer.
(214) 483-1100 View (214) 483-1100
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Wendy Watts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75204
I specialize in treating children, teens, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I'm a compassionate and empathetic therapist who guides my clients with understanding and care. I specialize in EMDR and Family Systems Therapy, tailoring my approach to address each client’s unique needs and goals.
I specialize in treating children, teens, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I'm a compassionate and empathetic therapist who guides my clients with understanding and care. I specialize in EMDR and Family Systems Therapy, tailoring my approach to address each client’s unique needs and goals.
(972) 597-1791 View (972) 597-1791
Family Systems Therapists
Family Systems therapists view problems within the family as the result not of particular members' behaviors, but of the family's group dynamic. The family is seen as a complex system having its own language, roles, rules, beliefs, needs and patterns. The therapist helps each individual member understand how their childhood family operated, their role in that system, and how that experience has shaped their role in the current family.