Family Therapy

Family Therapy

Building Stronger Families Together

Restore communication, resolve conflicts, and create lasting bonds with professional support.

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Fast Facts About
Family Counseling:

  • 50% of parents report difficulty communicating
    with their teens.
  • Families with strong communication are more resilient to stress.
  • Therapy can improve both immediate and long-term family dynamics.
  • We help families with adult children, as well as families with children or teens at home.

What are the benefits
of family therapy?

Several research studies have shown the effectiveness of family therapy in treating a variety of mental and emotional conditions and health issues, like adolescent substance use, depression and obesity. Studies also show significant improvements in family member relationships and conflict.

These improvements can also lead to better functioning at work or school.

After participating in family therapy treatment:

Almost

90%

of people report an improvement
in their emotional health

Nearly

66%

report an improvement in
their overall physical health

In child-parent cases, about

73%

of parents report that their child’s
behavior improved

Why Choose Family Counseling?

Family life isn’t always smooth sailing, and challenges can strain even the closest bonds.
Family counseling helps you:

Improve communication
and understanding

Resolve ongoing conflicts

Foster mutual respect
and empathy

Remove the distance that
looms between you

Common Family
Concerns We Address:

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    Communication breakdowns

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    Parenting challenges, including raising
    teens

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    Sibling conflicts and rivalry

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    Coping with divorce, loss, or major
    transitions

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    Resolving estrangement between adult children and their parents.

How can family therapy help?

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Relationship Conflicts

Family therapy can help address conflicts between family members, such as parent-child conflicts, sibling rivalry, and difficulties in couple relationships. It helps improve communication, establish healthy boundaries, and develop more effective conflict resolution strategies.

2.

Behavioral Problems in Children and
Adolescents

Family therapy can be effective in addressing behavioral issues like defiance, aggression, acting out, or school problems by understanding the family dynamics that contribute to these behaviors and developing strategies for change.

Mental Health Concerns

3.

Mental Health Concerns

Family therapy can be a supportive component in addressing mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, or trauma within the family context. It can help family members understand the condition, develop coping mechanisms, and improve communication and support.

4.

Major Life Transitions or Stressors

Family therapy can assist families navigating significant life changes like divorce, remarriage, loss of a loved one, or a chronic illness. It provides a space to process emotions, adjust to new roles, and strengthen family bonds during challenging times.

Blended families

5.

Blended families

Family therapy can help blended families navigate the unique challenges they face, such as establishing new roles and routines, managing step-sibling relationships, and resolving loyalty conflicts. By providing a safe space for open communication and problem-solving, family therapy helps your family build stronger bonds and adjust to your new family dynamic.

Reconciling Estranged Relationships Between Parents and Adult Children

6.

Reconciling Estranged Relationships Between Parents and Adult Children

Estrangement between parents and their adult children can stem from deep-seated conflicts, past trauma, or actions perceived as unforgivable. Mental health challenges within the family, such as untreated anxiety, depression, or personality disorders, can also contribute to breakdowns in communication and trust. Family therapy provides a structured, compassionate space to unpack past hurts, navigate difficult conversations, and establish boundaries that foster healing. Therapy can help both parties re-open lines of communication, gain clarity about one another’s perspective, and learn new ways of relating that lead to healthier family dynamics.

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How Family Counseling Works:

1

Understand
Your Family Dynamics

We start by identifying patterns and challenges.

2

Uncover
Emotional Drivers

We help you identify and address deeper feelings that are at play.

3

Resolve Conflicts

Facilitate open, respectful communication
and conflict resolution.

4

Strengthen Bonds

Develop strategies to create lasting harmony
and connection.

Why Families Choose Us:

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Holistic Approach

We look at the whole family dynamic,
not just individual challenges.

No Scapegoating

We don’t scapegoat any one family member, but help the whole family understand the way they impact and influence one another as a system.

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Tailored
to Your Needs

Sessions may include the entire family or focus on specific members.

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Convenience
& Flexibility

Secure online sessions that fit your schedule.

What are the types of family therapy?

Our therapists may draw from a few different approaches to family therapy, such as:

Structural Family Therapy

Focuses on the relationships and interactions within the family unit. The goal is to identify and change unhealthy patterns or structures that are causing problems. This often involves establishing clearer boundaries, improving communication, or adjusting roles to create a more balanced and functional family system. This kind of family therapy can be helpful in addressing a wide range of issues, such as parent-child conflict, sibling rivalry, or the effects of a major life change on the family.

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Systemic Family Therapy

Views the family as a complex system where each member influences and is influenced by others. It emphasizes understanding the interconnectedness of relationship and how patterns of behavior contribute to problems. Instead of blaming one family member, we look at the family’s dynamics, communications styles, and beliefs to identify the root causes of distress. The goal is to help families develop healthier ways of interacting and resolving conflict.

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Emotion Focussed Family Therapy (EFFT)

Centers on strengthening the emotional bonds between family members, particularly between parents and children. It draws from attachment theory, emphasizing the importance of secure attachments for healthy development. EFFT helps families identify and express their underlying emotions, especially those related to fear, anger, and sadness, which may be driving negative interactions. By fostering empathy and understanding, EFFT aims to create a more secure and nurturing emotional environment within the family, leading to improved communication and stronger relationships.

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Meet Your Family Counseling Experts

Our therapists specialize in helping families build stronger, healthier relationships.

Works with

Areas of Interest

Gender

Overwhelmed by the options? Schedule a Free Consultation and we’ll help you choose the right team member

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Jeremy Zacharias
Jeremy Zacharias MAMFT, MDiv, RMFT, CCC | Immediate availability

Jeremy Zacharias specializes in building healthy relationships, trauma healing, and addiction recovery. With a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Master of Divinity, he draws from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Systems Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy to help clients navigate challenges. Jeremy’s client-centered approach fosters a compassionate, conversational space where individuals, couples, and families can explore new perspectives and unlock personal growth. He is passionate about helping clients strengthen relationships and overcome obstacles to create lasting change.

Melissa Bonnell
Melissa Bonnell MAMFT, CACFT Associate, CCC | Immediate availability

Melissa Bonnell specializes in couples and family therapy, trauma recovery, and life transitions. With a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy and trauma-informed training, she uses Narrative Therapy and Emotion-Focused Therapy to support clients through relational difficulties, betrayal recovery, and childhood trauma. Melissa's warm, non-judgmental approach creates a safe space for healing. Passionate about family, she brings empathy and commitment to each therapy journey, helping individuals and families navigate challenges and grow together.

Verlynda Simonyi-Gindele
Verlynda Simonyi-Gindele MAMFT, CACFT Associate | Immediate availability

Verlynda Simonyi-Gindele is a compassionate therapist and co-founder of Therapevo Counseling. She specializes in adolescents, young adults, couples, and trauma recovery. With a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy, Verlynda integrates Emotionally Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Brainspotting to support clients through challenges like infidelity, betrayal, and emotional struggles. She provides a compassionate, empathetic environment for healing, helping individuals and couples navigate difficult life transitions. Verlynda is also the co-host of the “Normalize Therapy” podcast and hosts an annual Christian Marriage Cruise.

Lilien Kovács-Hélisz
Lilien Kovács-Hélisz MA, RCC | Immediate availability

Lilien Kovács-Hélisz is a compassionate Registered Clinical Counsellor specializing in trauma therapy, couples counseling, and addiction recovery. With a Master’s in Psychology and certifications in EMDR, Schema Therapy, and Family Therapy, she integrates multiple therapeutic approaches to support clients through personal growth and healing. Lilien focuses on creating a safe, empathetic environment for clients to explore their challenges. She works with individuals, teens, and families, helping them build resilience, self-compassion, and navigate life’s transitions with confidence.

Ricky Aguilar
Ricky Aguilar MAMFT, RCC | Immediate availability

Ricky Aguilar is a compassionate therapist specializing in family and couples counseling, pornography addiction, and trauma recovery. With a B.S. in Counselling Psychology and an M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy, Ricky uses systemic approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Fluent in English and Spanish, he offers a culturally sensitive approach, working with adolescents, young adults, and families to process emotions and foster healthier relationships. Ricky is passionate about helping clients navigate challenges and build stronger connections.

Shemiya Ruud
Shemiya Ruud MC, CCC, CACFT Associate | Immediate availability

Shemiya Ruud specializes in couples, family counseling, and trauma recovery. Drawing from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and attachment-based interventions, Shemiya creates a warm, client-centered approach to help individuals and families reach their goals. She has a passion for guiding clients through relational challenges, including grief, addiction, and childhood trauma. With a focus on systemic healing, Shemiya values a collaborative, strengths-based approach, allowing clients to navigate their unique journeys to healing and growth.

Bailey Tonn
Bailey Tonn CACFT Student Member | Immediate availability

Bailey Tonn is an intern therapist completing his Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy. Specializing in couples counseling, premarital counseling, affair recovery, and grief support, Bailey uses Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) to help individuals and couples navigate relational challenges. He integrates other approaches like Internal Family Systems and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to support personal growth and emotional connection. Bailey’s compassionate, client-centered approach fosters healing and resilience, guiding clients toward deeper relationships and improved well-being.

Mari Lee Ayers
Mari Lee Ayers MA, CPC, CT | Available next week

Mari Lee Ayers specializes in building healthier relationships, co-dependency, 12-step recovery, trauma, and grief. Mari Lee takes an eclectic approach, incorporating Attachment Theory, Neuroscience, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. She believes in a holistic, client-centered process, guiding individuals toward self-compassion and healing. Mari Lee offers tailored interventions and tools to empower clients in their personal growth and transformation.

Jessica Myles
Jessica Myles CACFT Student Member | Available next week

Jessica Myles is an intern therapist completing her Master of Arts in Couples and Family Therapy. Bringing ten years of experience in the helping field to her work as a therapist, Jessica specializes in couples therapy, pre-marital counseling, divorce therapy, and supporting neurodivergent couples. She incorporates Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy (STST) in her work. Jessica provides a compassionate, safe space for clients to explore their emotions, boundaries, and healing, helping them navigate life’s challenges and find growth and self-discovery.

Ron de Jager
Ron de Jager CCPA Student Member | Available next week

Ron de Jager brings to the therapy room his background in music and teaching. His holistic, client-centered approach focuses on building a strong therapeutic alliance, helping clients address challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and addiction. Ron offers a compassionate, empathic presence, tailoring therapy to individual needs. He is dedicated to providing a safe space for personal growth, healing, and coping, particularly for those struggling with performance anxiety or spiritual issues.

Jennifer L. Cole
Jennifer L. Cole MA, CCC, MACA, SEP | Waitlisting

Jennifer is a compassionate therapist specializing in trauma, addiction, relationship counseling, and spiritual formation. With a Master of Arts in Counseling and extensive training in Somatic Experiencing (SE), she offers a holistic, client-centered approach that integrates mind, emotions, and body sensations to heal trauma. Jennifer works with individuals, couples, and families, addressing issues like infidelity, grief, and co-dependency. She is passionate about supporting clients through life’s challenges, promoting healing, resilience, and personal growth.

Sharon Snooks
Sharon Snooks RSSW, SEP | Waitlisting

Sharon Snooks is an experienced therapist specializing in trauma, grief, loss, and mental health challenges. With over 30 years in social services, Sharon has a deep understanding of how trauma impacts individuals and families. She offers evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, IFS, and Somatic Experiencing™. Sharon’s compassionate, trauma-informed approach helps clients regain hope, heal, and restore growth. She specializes in crisis stabilization, betrayal trauma, and nervous system regulation, creating a safe space for healing and personal development.

Cara Pederson
Cara Pederson MC, RCT, CACFT Associate | Waitlisting

Cara Pederson is a dedicated therapist specializing in trauma recovery, relationship issues, and mental health support. With a Master of Counselling and training in various therapeutic modalities, including the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy, she helps individuals and couples heal from anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Cara's compassionate, non-judgmental approach creates a safe space for clients to explore their emotions and build a path toward healing, clarity, and personal growth.

Dianne Kuglin
Dianne Kuglin MA, MC, CPC, CCAC | No availability

Dianne specializes in addiction, trauma, and relationship challenges. With a Master of Counselling and certifications in addiction counseling, she helps individuals and couples navigate issues like sex and porn addiction, infidelity, and grief. Dianne’s solution-focused approach empowers clients to heal and rebuild. Combining professional expertise with personal experience, she creates a supportive space for growth and transformation, guiding clients toward healthier relationships and well-being.

FAQs About
Family Therapy

Do all family members need to attend every session?

Not always. Depending on the situation, sessions may focus on specific family members or involve everyone.

What if my family is resistant to therapy?

It’s normal to feel nervous about coming to therapy as a family. Our therapists create a welcoming, non-judgmental environment to ease concerns and build trust.

How long does family counseling take?

Each family is different, but many see improvements within 8–12 sessions.

Ready to Strengthen Your Family?

Our compassionate therapists are here to help your family overcome challenges and build a brighter future together. Take the first step today.

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