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I am a culturally diverse counselor dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and authentic environment for your healing journey b...
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I am a culturally diverse counselor dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and authentic environment for your healing journey by using an authentic and genuine presence.
Dr. Jennifer James is a Licensed Professional Counselor Resident with over 10 years of experience. She specializes in supporting adults, couples, and families dealing with a range of challenges including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, attachment issues, separation, divorce, co-parenting, narcissistic abuse, and major life transitions. Dr. James takes a holistic and person-centered approach, tailoring treatment to each client's needs and goals. She believes in building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust by creating a safe non-judgmental space to form the foundation for meaningful change and personal growth.
Dr. James received her Doctorate in Counseling and Psychological Studies from Regent University. She combines evidence-based practices with a warm, authentic presence and a faith-inspired approach. Dr. James uses cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques.
Taking the first step towards counseling is a courageous act. If you're ready to embark on a healing journey, Dr. James is here to support you! Together you will work towards creating the fulfilling life you deserve, honoring your unique experiences and aspirations.
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My go-to approach for helping people in family therapy is listening to all sides. I find the best benefit in every member of a family system feeling equally heard and respected, as all individuals together make the family.
In family therapy, I like to trouble-shoot practical issues as well as teach some general tools:
I know a family is making meaningful progress in family therapy when each member expresses greater understanding of others's perspectives within the family.
Clients can supplement their time in family therapy by establishing routine family time during which they can practice the communication skills and other tools we've covered in sessions.
To prepare for their first family therapy session, each member can spend some time reflecting on their personal values and on what they would love to see their family as in the future after successful counseling.
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.
Thriveworks family therapists in Midlothian, VA 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Thriveworks therapists in Midlothian, VA offer both online family therapy and in-person family therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
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.
When family dynamics are thrown off, it makes life for that family even more difficult, not to mention it hurts every individual’s mental health. In the realm of today’s busy society, life is going a thousand miles a minute—and it’s easy to lose focus on building a strong foundation with your loved ones. At Thriveworks Midlothian, we know that family is important, and we are ready and willing to help your family get back on track. Family therapy at Thriveworks Midlothian offers families a space to learn and grow together. If this sounds like something you could benefit from, reach out to Thriveworks Midlothian today to schedule.
Sometimes, it’s hard to admit that you and your family need help, but the importance of getting your family back on track is unmeasurable. And therapy can be just what you need. The outside perspective and safe space that therapy can provide are the help families need to make progressive steps together. A clinician at Thriveworks Midlothian may be able to help your family by…
Because families differ so much, therapists explore how you and your family interact, and develop the best treatment plan for you. The goal of family counseling is to make a safe space for families to come together to overcome their issues.
At Thriveworks Midlothian we want to see families grow and connect with one another. We understand that life throws you curveballs—and it’s hard to adjust to every curveball life throws at you. That is why our clinicians are willing and ready to help. Our counselors can help guide and support you throughout your family’s journey because they know…
At Thriveworks Midlothian, we are ready to help, and new clients can even have their first appointment within the week of reaching out. We have a no waiting list policy to ensure people can get the help they need when they need it. Additionally, we accept many forms of insurance to best make sure that anyone needing help can obtain that help. We also offer evening and weekend appointments.
If you feel like your family could benefit from family therapy at Thriveworks Midlothian, give us a call today at (804) 799-7944. We look forward to hearing from you and our family therapists, psychologists look forward to meeting you!
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Midlothian is located near Village Mill Dr and Charter Colony Pkwy, off Midlothian Turnpike. It is situated right by Midlothian Middle School and Midlothian Mines Park.
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