Family Counseling
Our family affects who we are and who we become, both for the better and for the worse. We learn our vocabulary, our habits, our customs and rituals, and how to view and observe the world around us.
Anyone seeking healthier, closer family relationships can benefit from family therapy.
Common reasons for seeking family therapy include:
- Divorce
- One member's identity exploration
- Parent-child conflict
- Problems between siblings
- Domestic violence
- The unexpected or traumatic loss of a family member
Family therapy is necessary for all members to resolve issues that would otherwise taint outside relationships. If any of the above scenarios resonate with your family, consider seeking family therapy. Family therapy can be beneficial on many different levels and will improve the family's ability to function together and as individuals.
Some positive family therapy outcomes are:
- Strategies to develop and maintain boundaries
- A fostered sense of cohesion and communication among family members
- Problem-solving skills through an understanding of family patterns and dynamics
- Empathy and understanding
- Reduces family conflict
Studies show that family therapy is particularly important for families with members who struggle with substance abuse, eating disorders, and other behavioral issues. Loved ones of those with a diagnosable disorder doing their own work makes recovery sustainable.
If you’re interested in improving how you relate with members of your family, contact me today for a free consultation.