Family Therapy

Family therapy is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on improving the relationships and functioning within a family unit. The phrase “family therapy” implies that the members of a family seek counseling together as a group. Though it helps if everyone in the family participates, family therapy doesn’t necessarily mean that your whole family must be involved. It means that the therapy focuses on family interactions and dynamics.

Family therapy may benefit the family relationship by:

• Improving communication skills
• Providing skills for coping with challenging situations
• Offering new insight and understanding
• Identifying problem areas within the family
• Providing strategies for handling conflict
• Improving and strengthening relationships

Family therapy recognizes that family dynamics are complex and interconnected, and it aims to address issues within the context of the entire family system. It can be a transformative and empowering experience, fostering better relationships, improved communication, and greater overall well-being for all family members.