What is family therapy?
Family therapy helps families resolve conflicts and strengthen their relationships. It is led by qualified mental health professionals like psychologists, licensed professional counselors (LPCs), and licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) who have extensive training in family dynamics and group communication.
How does family therapy work?
Thriveworks family therapists in Charlotte, NC usually begin by asking what everyone’s goals are for family counseling. Family members may need help with very specific issues or with general relationship functioning. But there are three main purposes in family counseling: to educate, to counsel, and to strengthen. Thriveworks also offers online family therapy and in-person services, so you may all meet in an office together or join a video call from your home depending on everyone’s location and availability.
What is the most effective family therapy?
The most effective form of Family therapy will often depend on the family itself, as there are many types of family therapy for therapists to use as they see fit in order to best meet the needs of their clients. However, one of the most commonly used types of family therapy is structural family therapy (SFT). SFT focuses specifically on family dynamics and interactions, looking at how they shape the relationships and structure present in the family. It can be effectively used to treat a variety of concerns.
How do I know if my family needs therapy?
This answer often looks different to each family that starts family therapy. However, some signs that your family might need to consider family counseling include frequent fights or misunderstandings, constant tension, experiencing loss, behavioral issues, marital issues, divorce, and blended family issues, among others.
What is included in family therapy?
In family therapy, therapists will often start by asking questions and assessing individual and family dynamics. From there, they may employ therapeutic techniques such as structured family therapy, CBT, strategic family therapy, and more depending on the present concerns and conflicts. From there, a therapist will work to open lines of communication between family members and facilitate emotional healing and growth.
What is the success rate of family therapy?
Family therapy can be incredibly successful, with some studies reporting a success rate of almost 90% for improving participants’ emotional and mental health, and around 66% for improving their physical health.
Is family therapy conducted in person or online?
Thriveworks therapists in Charlotte, NC offer both online family therapy and in-person family therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
How long does family therapy last?
Family therapy is usually short term and solution-focused, with most families accomplishing their goals in 12 sessions or fewer. However, it can also last for longer if the probles at hand are more complex — and that’s okay, too.
Need more help deciding?
Family is often the most important aspect of our lives. These are the people who love, support, and define us. However, family matters aren’t always smooth sailing. Challenges and disagreements are natural, and when these difficulties arise, professional help can be crucial.
At Thriveworks Charlotte, our family therapists are trained to help you navigate these challenges and strengthen your family bonds. Call our office at (704) 325-5881 to schedule your appointment today.
Common Family Challenges
Families may face various difficult experiences that can threaten their mental health and well-being. Some of these challenges include:
- The death of a loved one
- Serious injury or disability
- Financial strain
- Loss of a home or job
- Diagnosis of a serious illness
- Domestic abuse
- Codependency
If your family is experiencing any of these issues, seeking professional help is essential. These challenges can significantly impact your family dynamic, but with the support of a family therapist, you can work towards resolving these issues.
How Family Therapy Can Help
Resolving family issues might seem daunting, but with the guidance of a family therapist, it becomes manageable. Family therapists can:
- Instill healthy systems for sorting through disagreements among family members
- Equip family members with effective communication tools
- Explore and discuss ways for the family to support one another
At Thriveworks Charlotte, our therapists are dedicated to helping families overcome obstacles and stay connected through life’s ups and downs.
Schedule an Appointment at Thriveworks Charlotte
Is your family struggling to see eye to eye? Are you facing challenges that threaten to tear your family apart? Do you want to grow closer and more connected with your family members? If you answered yes to any of these questions, consider working with a family counselor at Thriveworks Charlotte.
Give us a call at (704) 325-5881 to schedule your appointment today. We can’t wait to hear from you!
