Our family affects who we are and who we become, both for the better and for not so better at times. Through family dynamics, we learn our vocabulary, our habits, our customs, and how to view and observe the world around us.
Anyone seeking healthier, closer family relationships can benefit from family therapy.
Family therapy can be a complex process and we typically recommend that each family member first begins with individual therapy prior to starting family therapy. Family therapy will focus on the family as a whole and it is important for each person to have a safe outlet to process family therapy which is often done in individual therapy.
Ashley Townsend, MS, LPC, Christy Wilmeth, MS, LPC, Kara Burrus, MEd, LPC, Ashley Pair, MS, LPC Associate Supervised by Luke Oaks, LPC-S, Christy Wilmeth, MS, LPC, Della Boyer, MS, LPC, Jennifer Adams, MS, LPC, Justin Robbins, MS, LPC, Katherine “Katy” Phelan, LPC Associate supervised by Luke Oaks, MS, LPC-S, Paulinda Gibson, MEd, LPC and Sarah Roye, MS, LPC, NCC all provide family counseling.
Common reasons for seeking family therapy include:
- Behavioral Issues
- Divorce/Separation
- Parent-child conflict
- Problems between siblings
- Domestic violence
- The unexpected or traumatic loss of a family member
Family therapy is necessary to address family issues and heal a family’s wounds. If any of the above scenarios resonate with your family, consider seeking family therapy. Family therapy can be beneficial on many different levels.
Some positive family therapy outcomes are:
- Strategies to develop and maintain boundaries
- Fostered sense of cohesion and communication among family members
- Promotes problem-solving through an understanding of family patterns and dynamics
- Builds 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. When the whole family grows, each member is better off.
If you’re interested in learning about how we can help pull your family back together, contact us today for a free consultation.
