Family Therapy
Family therapy is a specialized form of psychotherapy focused on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and fostering healthier relationships within the family unit. It operates on the understanding that families are complex systems wherein each member's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another.
Family therapy addresses issues such as communication breakdowns, marital conflicts, parenting challenges, behavioral problems, and emotional distress. By providing a safe and supportive environment, it offers families the opportunity to explore concerns, gain insight into relational patterns, and develop effective coping strategies. In this guide, we'll explore the principles, techniques, and benefits of family counseling, highlighting its transformative potential in promoting individual well-being and strengthening familial bonds.
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Amy Coupland
Registered Provisional Psychologist
*Please note: Amy works with children ages 3+ in the context of child-focused family therapy
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Bonnie Kelly
Registered Provisional Psychologist
*Please note: Bonnie offers family counselling for families with youth ages 12+
Family therapy can support you and your family with the following issues:
Communication problems: Improve communication patterns, enhance understanding, and resolve conflicts within the family unit.
Relationship difficulties: Address marital discord, parent-child conflicts, sibling rivalries, or extended family tensions.
Behavioral issues: Address problematic behaviors such as aggression, defiance, substance abuse, or other disruptive behaviors.
Life transitions: Navigate significant life changes such as divorce, remarriage, relocation, birth of a child, or loss of a family member.
Mental health concerns: Provide support and coping strategies for individuals and families dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, or other mental health issues.
Grief and loss: Process the emotional impact of loss, whether it's due to death, separation, or other significant losses.
Family roles and dynamics: Explore and redefine roles within the family system to promote healthier interactions and relationships.
Parenting challenges: Receive guidance and support in managing parenting stress, setting boundaries, and implementing effective discipline strategies.
Blended family issues: Address unique challenges that arise in blended families, such as integrating stepchildren, managing co-parenting relationships, and fostering unity.
Cultural or identity conflicts: Navigate differences in cultural backgrounds, values, beliefs, or generational gaps within the family.
Family therapy provides a safe and supportive environment for families to work through challenges, strengthen relationships, and foster positive change.