Family Therapy
Family therapy is a relational therapy that does not include an identified patient. The “patient” is the dynamics that transpire within the family dyad. Within the framework of therapy, family members will learn to recognize and understand their relationship styles as well as the other family member’s styles. With understanding comes the flexibility to modify the manner with which family members relate to one another, which leads to improved family relationships.
Family Therapy is relationship therapy. The goal is to help family members recognize and better understand their interactions and to learn more effective ways of relating to each other. Family therapy can help to patch strained relationships, teach new coping skills and improve how a family works together.
Hardships such as loss, divorce, or financial strains are common catalysts for families to engage in the therapy process. Family counseling can also help alleviate the stress that accompanies chronic illness, mental health concerns, addictions or behavioral problems that sometimes impact children within the family unit.