Family Therapy in Duchesne County, UT

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EMDR 808 Pacific Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DOT SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duchesne, UT 84021
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an Approved EMDRIA EMDR Trainer, Consultant and Therapist. I am a Certified EMDR therapist in the Tri-County area of Uintah, Daggett and Duchesne and a Department of Transportation Substance Abuse Provider (DOT SAP). My specialty is in complex trauma & PTSD. I have extensive training in addictions. Target population include first-responder's, crisis-emergency workers, military, veterans, their family and survivors of trauma.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an Approved EMDRIA EMDR Trainer, Consultant and Therapist. I am a Certified EMDR therapist in the Tri-County area of Uintah, Daggett and Duchesne and a Department of Transportation Substance Abuse Provider (DOT SAP). My specialty is in complex trauma & PTSD. I have extensive training in addictions. Target population include first-responder's, crisis-emergency workers, military, veterans, their family and survivors of trauma.
(435) 412-1642 View (435) 412-1642
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Jesse P. Higgins
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Roosevelt, UT 84066
I have extensive education and experience in working with individuals, couples, and families as Certified Family Life Educator.
I work to meet the unique needs of the Uintah Basin by offering flexible scheduling including evenings and internet video services. I specialize in overcoming difficult personal and relationship problems, including problems related to trauma, sexuality, and addiction. As a researcher on parenting and adolescent development, I also study how parents can most effectively influence their adolescents to become their best selves. I am also experienced in managing adolescent self-harm behaviors and suicidal thoughts.
I have extensive education and experience in working with individuals, couples, and families as Certified Family Life Educator.
I work to meet the unique needs of the Uintah Basin by offering flexible scheduling including evenings and internet video services. I specialize in overcoming difficult personal and relationship problems, including problems related to trauma, sexuality, and addiction. As a researcher on parenting and adolescent development, I also study how parents can most effectively influence their adolescents to become their best selves. I am also experienced in managing adolescent self-harm behaviors and suicidal thoughts.
(435) 790-6377 View (435) 790-6377
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Valiant Endeavors Counseling Services LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Roosevelt, UT 84066
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I like to focus on how the different parts of your life fit together or maybe aren't fitting right now.
Are you doing ok in your life, but you just want to be more content and at peace with your relationships and other life goals? If you're not satisfied with your current heading, relationships, or other aspects of your life and you want to work on improving those areas, then I would love to work with you. Whatever depression, anxiety, or compulsive habit that weighs you down we can work on improving, and I promise to hear you out and walk you through it. My overall goal for each of my clients is to help them increase their awareness of themselves and their situation as well as apply their insight to making positive life changes.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I like to focus on how the different parts of your life fit together or maybe aren't fitting right now.
Are you doing ok in your life, but you just want to be more content and at peace with your relationships and other life goals? If you're not satisfied with your current heading, relationships, or other aspects of your life and you want to work on improving those areas, then I would love to work with you. Whatever depression, anxiety, or compulsive habit that weighs you down we can work on improving, and I promise to hear you out and walk you through it. My overall goal for each of my clients is to help them increase their awareness of themselves and their situation as well as apply their insight to making positive life changes.
(435) 210-6416 View (435) 210-6416
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Lighthouse Youth and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roosevelt, UT 84066
I have 14+ years experience treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), abuse (physical, emotional, mental and sexual), anxiety, depression, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), conduct disorder, family therapy, autism (asperger's), and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). I enjoy working with families and individuals of all ages, especially children and adolescents.
I have 14+ years experience treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), abuse (physical, emotional, mental and sexual), anxiety, depression, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), conduct disorder, family therapy, autism (asperger's), and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). I enjoy working with families and individuals of all ages, especially children and adolescents.
(435) 236-2419 View (435) 236-2419
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Lighthouse Youth & Family Therapy
Counselor, MA, ACMHC
Verified Verified
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Quotes from my clients: "Stacy is caring insightful, innovating and cuts to the root of your issues to help you address them." "Therapy was comfortable and welcoming." "Stacy smiles, laughs easily, and is encouraging. She takes me seriously and roots for me without judgements. She asks the hard questions to make me think and be stronger, which all combined, makes her incredible."
Quotes from my clients: "Stacy is caring insightful, innovating and cuts to the root of your issues to help you address them." "Therapy was comfortable and welcoming." "Stacy smiles, laughs easily, and is encouraging. She takes me seriously and roots for me without judgements. She asks the hard questions to make me think and be stronger, which all combined, makes her incredible."
(435) 246-1949 View (435) 246-1949
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Louise P Warburton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
Roosevelt, UT 84066
We heal through connections and attachment with others. I aim to create a safe place to build meaningful connections and heal from trauma and emotional pain using evidence-based treatments. Everyone deserves to be valued, respected, and have a healthy connection to another human being. We cannot heal alone, and together, we are strong and unstoppable.
We heal through connections and attachment with others. I aim to create a safe place to build meaningful connections and heal from trauma and emotional pain using evidence-based treatments. Everyone deserves to be valued, respected, and have a healthy connection to another human being. We cannot heal alone, and together, we are strong and unstoppable.
(435) 219-5873 View (435) 219-5873
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Diana Carney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Roosevelt, UT 84066
I strongly believe our attachment and trauma play a role in our day to day functioning. My goal is to create a safe space for exploration and through clinically tested evidence-based interventions help people heal and integrate any unresolved trauma. This will help alleviate symptoms and improve life. Everyone deserves to be fully present in their life without the burdens and pains of the past or worries about the future weighing them down. I have a strong interest in depression, anxiety, and recovery from abusive relationships.
I strongly believe our attachment and trauma play a role in our day to day functioning. My goal is to create a safe space for exploration and through clinically tested evidence-based interventions help people heal and integrate any unresolved trauma. This will help alleviate symptoms and improve life. Everyone deserves to be fully present in their life without the burdens and pains of the past or worries about the future weighing them down. I have a strong interest in depression, anxiety, and recovery from abusive relationships.
(435) 265-4738 View (435) 265-4738

Online Therapists

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Bridget Ruth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Layton, UT 84041
I am a wife and mother and when I am not working, I enjoy time with my family, movies, board games, outdoors, travel, learning about nutrition, and listening to positive, encouraging music.
I believe that good therapy can provide a renewed sense of hope and purpose in today’s world. I am passionate about helping people make positive, meaningful changes in their lives.  I provide a safe and empowering space as I listen to your story and then together we create the path that leads to improved self-love, acceptance, healing, contentment, and purposeful living. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and enjoy utilizing this treatment modality in helping clients who desire to heal from trauma and/or various limiting, negative core beliefs about self.
I am a wife and mother and when I am not working, I enjoy time with my family, movies, board games, outdoors, travel, learning about nutrition, and listening to positive, encouraging music.
I believe that good therapy can provide a renewed sense of hope and purpose in today’s world. I am passionate about helping people make positive, meaningful changes in their lives.  I provide a safe and empowering space as I listen to your story and then together we create the path that leads to improved self-love, acceptance, healing, contentment, and purposeful living. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and enjoy utilizing this treatment modality in helping clients who desire to heal from trauma and/or various limiting, negative core beliefs about self.
(801) 981-9431 View (801) 981-9431
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Candice Christiansen
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Millcreek, UT 84124
Waitlist for new clients
We offer a variety of ways for you to heal: Individual, couples & family therapy, webinars, affordable web classes/groups, Neuro-Sensory Coaching, Intimacy Coaching, Neurofeedback, 1-5 day individual and couples therapy intensives, Neurodiverse Connections Web-Class, Neurodiverse Couples Web-Class, and MORE!.
You deserve to heal! My team & I are seasoned clinicians & leaders in sexual, intimacy, & relationship recovery. As CSAT's, CMATs, EMDR experts, IFS trained & holistic practitioners, we provide you with a holistic approach to treating porn & out of control sexual behavior (eg, sex addiction), complex trauma, intimacy and attachment ruptures, adult Autism & ADHD & intimacy issues, betrayal trauma, sexual offending, & for partners of individuals who sexually offend. Our Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner/Coach Chris offers Neurofeedback and Neuro-Sensory Coaching to reduce stress, improve mood and concentration and more!
We offer a variety of ways for you to heal: Individual, couples & family therapy, webinars, affordable web classes/groups, Neuro-Sensory Coaching, Intimacy Coaching, Neurofeedback, 1-5 day individual and couples therapy intensives, Neurodiverse Connections Web-Class, Neurodiverse Couples Web-Class, and MORE!.
You deserve to heal! My team & I are seasoned clinicians & leaders in sexual, intimacy, & relationship recovery. As CSAT's, CMATs, EMDR experts, IFS trained & holistic practitioners, we provide you with a holistic approach to treating porn & out of control sexual behavior (eg, sex addiction), complex trauma, intimacy and attachment ruptures, adult Autism & ADHD & intimacy issues, betrayal trauma, sexual offending, & for partners of individuals who sexually offend. Our Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner/Coach Chris offers Neurofeedback and Neuro-Sensory Coaching to reduce stress, improve mood and concentration and more!
(801) 921-6740 View (801) 921-6740
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Meadowbrook Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orem, UT 84057
We are here for you so that your family stays strong.
Meadowbrook Counseling welcomes families of all abilities, ages, gender identity, immigration status, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We strive to help you improve mental health and strengthen family relationships by providing competent and compassionate counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Everyone has a unique history and set of problems. We will help you navigate the challenges you face and heal your trauma.
We are here for you so that your family stays strong.
Meadowbrook Counseling welcomes families of all abilities, ages, gender identity, immigration status, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We strive to help you improve mental health and strengthen family relationships by providing competent and compassionate counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Everyone has a unique history and set of problems. We will help you navigate the challenges you face and heal your trauma.
(385) 279-5159 View (385) 279-5159
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Angela Jette Swanson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
I have previously worked as Clinical Director of the Family Support Center.
Do you feel stressed out? Do you worry about how all this tension is impacting your health, relationships, and work? I specialize in evidenced-based therapy to reduce stress and develop healthy communication and connection in your relationships. My initial focus is providing a warm, supportive environment while getting to know your unique situation and concerns. After we agree on a direction for therapy, I tend to be relatively directive and engaged. I help people express emotions and build relationship skills. I work with professionals and students to develop effective stress-management strategies for work-life balance and peak performance.
I have previously worked as Clinical Director of the Family Support Center.
Do you feel stressed out? Do you worry about how all this tension is impacting your health, relationships, and work? I specialize in evidenced-based therapy to reduce stress and develop healthy communication and connection in your relationships. My initial focus is providing a warm, supportive environment while getting to know your unique situation and concerns. After we agree on a direction for therapy, I tend to be relatively directive and engaged. I help people express emotions and build relationship skills. I work with professionals and students to develop effective stress-management strategies for work-life balance and peak performance.
(801) 948-3647 View (801) 948-3647
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Roger Durfey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lehi, UT 84043
He leads his clients to build and develop personal goals, self-worth mindsets, life skills, problem and conflict resolutions, peer and family relationships, and strategies for any personal life challenges.
Roger Durfey has extensive experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) as well as Solution Focused, mindfulness, and STEPS therapy. For two decades, he has worked with children, adolescents, adults, seniors, couples, and families in both individual and group sessions. Roger has successfully helped those struggling with a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, addictions, substance abuse, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and adjusting to illness or physical disability.
He leads his clients to build and develop personal goals, self-worth mindsets, life skills, problem and conflict resolutions, peer and family relationships, and strategies for any personal life challenges.
Roger Durfey has extensive experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) as well as Solution Focused, mindfulness, and STEPS therapy. For two decades, he has worked with children, adolescents, adults, seniors, couples, and families in both individual and group sessions. Roger has successfully helped those struggling with a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, addictions, substance abuse, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and adjusting to illness or physical disability.
(385) 526-5281 View (385) 526-5281
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Sarah Birnbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
My approach is equally informed by evidence-based practices (including EMDR, CBT, Internal Family Systems) as it is in my collaborative work with your unique growth process.
I specialize in helping you to find a joyful, balanced, and grounded life. I believe the most effective route to change and healing is through connection - both within yourself and in relationships with others. Navigating transitions, relationships, and challenges can be complicated - and anxiety and depression make things difficult. In sessions we address painful feelings and experiences, resulting in increased happiness and better relationships. We will work together to uncover your authentic self, build tools to create change, and tune into your innate resiliency.
My approach is equally informed by evidence-based practices (including EMDR, CBT, Internal Family Systems) as it is in my collaborative work with your unique growth process.
I specialize in helping you to find a joyful, balanced, and grounded life. I believe the most effective route to change and healing is through connection - both within yourself and in relationships with others. Navigating transitions, relationships, and challenges can be complicated - and anxiety and depression make things difficult. In sessions we address painful feelings and experiences, resulting in increased happiness and better relationships. We will work together to uncover your authentic self, build tools to create change, and tune into your innate resiliency.
(385) 217-6373 View (385) 217-6373
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Full Circle Yoga & Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Full Circle Yoga and Therapy is a trauma-informed space facilitating life transformation through evidence-based therapeutic interventions, yoga, & mindfulness. We offer individual, group, family, and couples therapy/counseling and can usually schedule new clients within 2 weeks for an initial intake appointment.
Full Circle Yoga and Therapy is a trauma-informed space facilitating life transformation through evidence-based therapeutic interventions, yoga, & mindfulness. We offer individual, group, family, and couples therapy/counseling and can usually schedule new clients within 2 weeks for an initial intake appointment.
(385) 206-3034 View (385) 206-3034
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Wendy L Fisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Farmington, UT 84025
I will use Internal Family Systems, Lifespan Integration, Polyvagal Regulation and positive inner dialogue skills to help you feel a sense of peace and control again.
Hi I'm Wendy, a trauma informed therapist for clients ages 12+ that have experienced things such as childhood abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief or loss. I also treat Autism Spectrum Disorder and neurodivergent relationships. I am the mother of 5 adults and I am a grandma. I am here to help navigate your personal path. I offer dignity and respect as I support you in overcoming personal or family challenges. My clinical approach includes honoring your strengths and building your sense of identity and health.
I will use Internal Family Systems, Lifespan Integration, Polyvagal Regulation and positive inner dialogue skills to help you feel a sense of peace and control again.
Hi I'm Wendy, a trauma informed therapist for clients ages 12+ that have experienced things such as childhood abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief or loss. I also treat Autism Spectrum Disorder and neurodivergent relationships. I am the mother of 5 adults and I am a grandma. I am here to help navigate your personal path. I offer dignity and respect as I support you in overcoming personal or family challenges. My clinical approach includes honoring your strengths and building your sense of identity and health.
(385) 626-7006 View (385) 626-7006
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Shannee Davidson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Jordan, UT 84095
I specialize in Trauma, Couples Counseling, and Self Worth. My therapy style is intuitive and grounded in a gentle approach using Internal Family Systems (IFS). I don’t just want to help you by listening, but by helping you get curious about your thoughts, emotions, body sensations and limiting beliefs. In couples work, the quality of our relationships with other people is very dependent on the relationship with our own self.
I specialize in Trauma, Couples Counseling, and Self Worth. My therapy style is intuitive and grounded in a gentle approach using Internal Family Systems (IFS). I don’t just want to help you by listening, but by helping you get curious about your thoughts, emotions, body sensations and limiting beliefs. In couples work, the quality of our relationships with other people is very dependent on the relationship with our own self.
(801) 893-7849 View (801) 893-7849
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Cyndy Garrison
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Lehi, UT 84043
I will support you with a strengths-based approach, specializing in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Accelerated Response Therapy (ART).
I understand that when we meet for the first time you won’t be on your A game. That’s ok. I’m ready to give you and your family the benefit of the doubt and meet you right where you are at. I believe those things you may label as weakness or failure make sense in light of what you have been through. Don’t give up! Growth, change and healing are possible. I’ve experienced them in my own life, and I am privileged to watch them unfold in the lives of others every day.
I will support you with a strengths-based approach, specializing in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Accelerated Response Therapy (ART).
I understand that when we meet for the first time you won’t be on your A game. That’s ok. I’m ready to give you and your family the benefit of the doubt and meet you right where you are at. I believe those things you may label as weakness or failure make sense in light of what you have been through. Don’t give up! Growth, change and healing are possible. I’ve experienced them in my own life, and I am privileged to watch them unfold in the lives of others every day.
(385) 220-8098 View (385) 220-8098
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Jeremy Jensen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Salem, UT 84653
I am trained in (EMDR) and I also have experience using aspects of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Relapse Prevention Therapy (RPT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
One of my goals with therapy is to help others find meaning in their lives. It can be difficult when one feels as if they are not healthy emotionally or mentally. I work to have a good natured approach and strong connection that can help me assist clients in finding positive aspects in themselves and in building resiliency and strength. I have worked with a wide-ranging populace of clients and have expertise in working with trauma. I believe that the key to good therapy is the relationship, and I am a person-centered therapist, yet I work with any different modalities, depending on each individuals needs.
I am trained in (EMDR) and I also have experience using aspects of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Relapse Prevention Therapy (RPT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
One of my goals with therapy is to help others find meaning in their lives. It can be difficult when one feels as if they are not healthy emotionally or mentally. I work to have a good natured approach and strong connection that can help me assist clients in finding positive aspects in themselves and in building resiliency and strength. I have worked with a wide-ranging populace of clients and have expertise in working with trauma. I believe that the key to good therapy is the relationship, and I am a person-centered therapist, yet I work with any different modalities, depending on each individuals needs.
(801) 406-8672 View (801) 406-8672
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Robert L Terry
Counselor, CSAT C
Verified Verified
Springville, UT 84663  (Online Only)
And a long-term approach aimed at healing addiction polarity, trauma and attachment insecurity through IFS (Internal Family Systems), EMDR, and IPF.
I help men and couples dealing with sexual addiction and betrayal trauma. I am a CSAT-C (certified sex addiction therapist). I have training in sex addiction treatment through IITAP and also training in the OCSB (out-of-control sexual behavior) through Douglas Braun-Harvey. If you're ready for a new approach that will finally work, I can help you. https:/karunahealing.org/
And a long-term approach aimed at healing addiction polarity, trauma and attachment insecurity through IFS (Internal Family Systems), EMDR, and IPF.
I help men and couples dealing with sexual addiction and betrayal trauma. I am a CSAT-C (certified sex addiction therapist). I have training in sex addiction treatment through IITAP and also training in the OCSB (out-of-control sexual behavior) through Douglas Braun-Harvey. If you're ready for a new approach that will finally work, I can help you. https:/karunahealing.org/
(385) 284-7713 View (385) 284-7713
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Courtney Ahroon
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Orem, UT 84057
I use Imago Relationship Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help my clients find the healing they are looking for.
There is nothing more painful than being in a relationship, but feeling totally alone. “It shouldn’t be this way” you tell yourself. You’re lonely, and it scares you. You never saw the relationship going this way. You used to be really happy. Really in love. Somewhere a long the way, things changed. You find yourself thinking, “How did we get here?” Relationships are hard. I know it may feel hopeless that things will ever be the same. I help couples and individuals whose past experiences with trauma, infidelity, childhood wounds, and sexual issues prevent them from having the fulfilled and satisfying relationships they long for.
I use Imago Relationship Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help my clients find the healing they are looking for.
There is nothing more painful than being in a relationship, but feeling totally alone. “It shouldn’t be this way” you tell yourself. You’re lonely, and it scares you. You never saw the relationship going this way. You used to be really happy. Really in love. Somewhere a long the way, things changed. You find yourself thinking, “How did we get here?” Relationships are hard. I know it may feel hopeless that things will ever be the same. I help couples and individuals whose past experiences with trauma, infidelity, childhood wounds, and sexual issues prevent them from having the fulfilled and satisfying relationships they long for.
(385) 462-6906 View (385) 462-6906

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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.