Family Therapy Psychiatrists in Utah

Photo of Dustin C Jasmer, Psychiatric Nurse in Utah
Dustin C Jasmer
Psychiatric Nurse, FNP, BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Layton, UT 84041
I'm a Family Nurse Practitioner that has received extra training in behavioral health.
I see children (4+) for Medication Management ADHD, Anger/Aggression, Anxiety, Autism, Depression, Bipolar, Aggression, behavioral issues and a variety of other issues as well. I also see Adults for a variety of conditions including Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar, PTSD, Hormone Replacement, Low Testosterone, Menopause, PCOS and Weight Loss.
I'm a Family Nurse Practitioner that has received extra training in behavioral health.
I see children (4+) for Medication Management ADHD, Anger/Aggression, Anxiety, Autism, Depression, Bipolar, Aggression, behavioral issues and a variety of other issues as well. I also see Adults for a variety of conditions including Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar, PTSD, Hormone Replacement, Low Testosterone, Menopause, PCOS and Weight Loss.
(801) 528-4826 View (801) 528-4826
Photo of Suzanne Peterson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Utah
Suzanne Peterson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-C, RN
Verified Verified
Murray, UT 84107
Suzanne Peterson is a Utah native and earned her bachelor’s in nursing from the University of Utah. Many years ago while taking nursing classes, her 3-year old daughter was diagnosed with leukemia, which caused Suzanne to become intensely interested in pediatric care. After her daughter entered remission, she worked in pediatric oncology for years, but Suzanne saw a great need for pediatric and family mental health services given the difficult situations she’d encountered in pediatric oncology. She returned to graduate school and graduated from Georgetown to become a family Nurse Practitioner, specializing in mental health.
Suzanne Peterson is a Utah native and earned her bachelor’s in nursing from the University of Utah. Many years ago while taking nursing classes, her 3-year old daughter was diagnosed with leukemia, which caused Suzanne to become intensely interested in pediatric care. After her daughter entered remission, she worked in pediatric oncology for years, but Suzanne saw a great need for pediatric and family mental health services given the difficult situations she’d encountered in pediatric oncology. She returned to graduate school and graduated from Georgetown to become a family Nurse Practitioner, specializing in mental health.
(385) 600-7507 View (385) 600-7507
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Alberto W Souza
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, FNP-c, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint George, UT 84770
Alberto has been working as a Nurse Practitioner since April of 2013 and has a Master’s Degree in Family Practice and a Post Master’s Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health. He has worked in health care for over 14 years and now specializes in helping people with Mental Health Disorders and Substance Addiction. His genuine love for people and desire to continue to learn and improve has allowed him to experience a great deal of success as a provider, to establish a good rapport with patients and to develop lasting relationships with medical professionals in the So. Utah area. Alberto is also fluent in English, Portuguese & Spanish.
Alberto has been working as a Nurse Practitioner since April of 2013 and has a Master’s Degree in Family Practice and a Post Master’s Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health. He has worked in health care for over 14 years and now specializes in helping people with Mental Health Disorders and Substance Addiction. His genuine love for people and desire to continue to learn and improve has allowed him to experience a great deal of success as a provider, to establish a good rapport with patients and to develop lasting relationships with medical professionals in the So. Utah area. Alberto is also fluent in English, Portuguese & Spanish.
(435) 657-5455 View (435) 657-5455
Photo of Marco Rudas-Garcia, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Utah
Marco Rudas-Garcia
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, BSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Ogden, UT 84401  (Online Only)
Outside of work, I enjoy sports, exploring the outdoors, and going on road trips with my family.
Hello! My name is Marco Rudas-Garcia. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Utah and subsequently earned a master's degree in nursing from Gonzaga University. My professional experience includes working in surgical trauma units and psychiatric units, and I have experience in caring for developmentally delayed populations with mental illness. Additionally, I have worked at the VA hospital in Salt Lake City, providing care to veterans. My professional interests lie in working with trauma patients, as well as individuals with anxiety, depression, and various other mental health needs.
Outside of work, I enjoy sports, exploring the outdoors, and going on road trips with my family.
Hello! My name is Marco Rudas-Garcia. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Utah and subsequently earned a master's degree in nursing from Gonzaga University. My professional experience includes working in surgical trauma units and psychiatric units, and I have experience in caring for developmentally delayed populations with mental illness. Additionally, I have worked at the VA hospital in Salt Lake City, providing care to veterans. My professional interests lie in working with trauma patients, as well as individuals with anxiety, depression, and various other mental health needs.
(425) 403-2850 x2 View (425) 403-2850 x2
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Jennifer Pemble Weakland
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP, ANP
Verified Verified
My background in Psychiatry, Internal Medicine, Family practice, Palliative Care and Hospice assists me in understanding and providing holistic care to you, an individual, with special unique needs.
Hi, I am accepting new patients. My sessions with you will focus on identifying your individual concerns, symptoms, and behaviors that you would like addressed. As a team, I will partner with you to target and address, the true underlying causes and factors, that prevent or inhibit you from living your ideal life. I provide therapy and medication management. In addition to treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, and other psychiatric disorders, I have a strong background and interest in working with clients dealing with chronic diseases and end of life issues.
My background in Psychiatry, Internal Medicine, Family practice, Palliative Care and Hospice assists me in understanding and providing holistic care to you, an individual, with special unique needs.
Hi, I am accepting new patients. My sessions with you will focus on identifying your individual concerns, symptoms, and behaviors that you would like addressed. As a team, I will partner with you to target and address, the true underlying causes and factors, that prevent or inhibit you from living your ideal life. I provide therapy and medication management. In addition to treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, and other psychiatric disorders, I have a strong background and interest in working with clients dealing with chronic diseases and end of life issues.
(385) 336-0280 View (385) 336-0280
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Dr. Britney Palombo
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
Orem, UT 84057
Dr. Palombo is skilled in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, as well as individual, family, and group psychotherapy. She uses a collaborative approach to treatment, exploring the psychological, biological, behavioral, and social factors contributing to each individuals circumstance. She specializes in children and adolescents but has been managing outpatient psychiatric care for all ages as well as providing Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation since 2017. She has had extensive training in TMS and utilizes cutting edge evidence-based research to provide not only effective but personalized treatment options.
Dr. Palombo is skilled in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, as well as individual, family, and group psychotherapy. She uses a collaborative approach to treatment, exploring the psychological, biological, behavioral, and social factors contributing to each individuals circumstance. She specializes in children and adolescents but has been managing outpatient psychiatric care for all ages as well as providing Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation since 2017. She has had extensive training in TMS and utilizes cutting edge evidence-based research to provide not only effective but personalized treatment options.
(801) 905-8428 View (801) 905-8428
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Dr. Milind Gadgil
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
G aims to make the journey less arduous, and eventually fun, providing the necessary support to facilitate positive transformations in your life (or for your child/family/relationship).
Dr. Gadgil, or Dr. G (as his clients/families refer to him), brings over a decade of experience as an empathic and non-judgmental psychiatrist. Currently he is accepting clients globally for Life Coaching only and developing classes and writing a book, in addition to supporting the psychiatric team at Unity Mental Health Care (UMHC). UMHC provides on demand assessments for ADHD and other conditions through our psychiatric providers. Please read our other UMHC provider profiles if you are needing psychiatric assessments/treatment, or contact Dr. G for Life Coaching.
G aims to make the journey less arduous, and eventually fun, providing the necessary support to facilitate positive transformations in your life (or for your child/family/relationship).
Dr. Gadgil, or Dr. G (as his clients/families refer to him), brings over a decade of experience as an empathic and non-judgmental psychiatrist. Currently he is accepting clients globally for Life Coaching only and developing classes and writing a book, in addition to supporting the psychiatric team at Unity Mental Health Care (UMHC). UMHC provides on demand assessments for ADHD and other conditions through our psychiatric providers. Please read our other UMHC provider profiles if you are needing psychiatric assessments/treatment, or contact Dr. G for Life Coaching.
(801) 845-9813 View (801) 845-9813
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Utah Behavior Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
Taylorsville, UT 84123
We recognize the importance of experience and coordination of integrated behavioral health services and now offer individualized primary care with a family-oriented behavioral health experience.
Families are the foundation of our communities. Our purpose is to provide a professional, family-oriented, and cohesive medical treatment team to better serve our clients, their families, and the community. We specialize in medication management of many psychiatric disorders including trauma, depression, anxiety, panic, insomnia, autism, ADHD, bipolar I & II, behaviors related to trauma/abuse/autism/ADHD and others.
We recognize the importance of experience and coordination of integrated behavioral health services and now offer individualized primary care with a family-oriented behavioral health experience.
Families are the foundation of our communities. Our purpose is to provide a professional, family-oriented, and cohesive medical treatment team to better serve our clients, their families, and the community. We specialize in medication management of many psychiatric disorders including trauma, depression, anxiety, panic, insomnia, autism, ADHD, bipolar I & II, behaviors related to trauma/abuse/autism/ADHD and others.
(385) 442-5209 x2 View (385) 442-5209 x2
Photo of Marco Rudas-Garcia, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Utah
Marco Rudas-Garcia
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, BSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84119  (Online Only)
Outside of work, I enjoy sports, exploring the outdoors, and going on road trips with my family.
Hello! My name is Marco Rudas-Garcia. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Utah and subsequently earned a master's degree in nursing from Gonzaga University. My professional experience includes working in surgical trauma units and psychiatric units, and I have experience in caring for developmentally delayed populations with mental illness. Additionally, I have worked at the VA hospital in Salt Lake City, providing care to veterans. My professional interests lie in working with trauma patients, as well as individuals with anxiety, depression, and various other mental health needs.
Outside of work, I enjoy sports, exploring the outdoors, and going on road trips with my family.
Hello! My name is Marco Rudas-Garcia. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Utah and subsequently earned a master's degree in nursing from Gonzaga University. My professional experience includes working in surgical trauma units and psychiatric units, and I have experience in caring for developmentally delayed populations with mental illness. Additionally, I have worked at the VA hospital in Salt Lake City, providing care to veterans. My professional interests lie in working with trauma patients, as well as individuals with anxiety, depression, and various other mental health needs.
(541) 920-0824 x2 View (541) 920-0824 x2
Photo of Dr. Marianne Haines, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Utah
Dr. Marianne Haines
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, NNP-BC, PCNS-BC, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lehi, UT 84043
Dr. Haines has over 25 years of clinical experience, the majority of which has been spent treating children and families. She is nationally board-certified in Neonatology, Pediatrics, and Psychiatry specialties. In both clinical and residential treatment settings, Dr. Haines has worked extensively with individuals suffering from a variety of traumas and mental health disorders. She specializes in Child, Adolescent and Family Psychiatry and provides diagnosis, medication management, psychotherapy, as well as collaboration with other psychiatrists, therapists, and healthcare providers to optimize the patient's treatment plan.
Dr. Haines has over 25 years of clinical experience, the majority of which has been spent treating children and families. She is nationally board-certified in Neonatology, Pediatrics, and Psychiatry specialties. In both clinical and residential treatment settings, Dr. Haines has worked extensively with individuals suffering from a variety of traumas and mental health disorders. She specializes in Child, Adolescent and Family Psychiatry and provides diagnosis, medication management, psychotherapy, as well as collaboration with other psychiatrists, therapists, and healthcare providers to optimize the patient's treatment plan.
(385) 336-0572 View (385) 336-0572
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Alliant Behavioral Health of Utah, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Layton, UT 84041
We now offer medical weight loss! We have specialists in the follow area: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), DBT, ACT, Family Functional therapy, Seeking Safety, Children EMDR, Play therapy, Eating disorders, Addictions, Trauma, Grieve and Loss, Mood Disorders, ADHD and LGBTQ issues.
We have 4 medication providers and 5 therapists to help with anxiety and depression to PTSD. Including Medical Weight Loss, Eating disorders, Addictions, Trauma, Military's Issues, Family or Couples issues, Grieve and Loss, Mood Disorders, ADHD and LGBTQ issues. We offer DBT group on Monday nights.
We now offer medical weight loss! We have specialists in the follow area: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), DBT, ACT, Family Functional therapy, Seeking Safety, Children EMDR, Play therapy, Eating disorders, Addictions, Trauma, Grieve and Loss, Mood Disorders, ADHD and LGBTQ issues.
We have 4 medication providers and 5 therapists to help with anxiety and depression to PTSD. Including Medical Weight Loss, Eating disorders, Addictions, Trauma, Military's Issues, Family or Couples issues, Grieve and Loss, Mood Disorders, ADHD and LGBTQ issues. We offer DBT group on Monday nights.
(801) 447-1537 View (801) 447-1537
Photo of Marco Rudas-Garcia, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Utah
Marco Rudas-Garcia
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BSN
Verified Verified
Park City, UT 84098  (Online Only)
Outside of work, I enjoy sports, exploring the outdoors, and going on road trips with my family.
Hello! My name is Marco Rudas-Garcia. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Utah and subsequently earned a master's degree in nursing from Gonzaga University. My professional experience includes working in surgical trauma units and psychiatric units, and I have experience in caring for developmentally delayed populations with mental illness. Additionally, I have worked at the VA hospital in Salt Lake City, providing care to veterans. My professional interests lie in working with trauma patients, as well as individuals with anxiety, depression, and various other mental health needs.
Outside of work, I enjoy sports, exploring the outdoors, and going on road trips with my family.
Hello! My name is Marco Rudas-Garcia. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Utah and subsequently earned a master's degree in nursing from Gonzaga University. My professional experience includes working in surgical trauma units and psychiatric units, and I have experience in caring for developmentally delayed populations with mental illness. Additionally, I have worked at the VA hospital in Salt Lake City, providing care to veterans. My professional interests lie in working with trauma patients, as well as individuals with anxiety, depression, and various other mental health needs.
(503) 461-5031 x2 View (503) 461-5031 x2
Photo of Marco Rudas-Garcia, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Utah
Marco Rudas-Garcia
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BSN
Verified Verified
Logan, UT 84321  (Online Only)
Outside of work, I enjoy sports, exploring the outdoors, and going on road trips with my family.
Hello! My name is Marco Rudas-Garcia. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Utah and subsequently earned a master's degree in nursing from Gonzaga University. My professional experience includes working in surgical trauma units and psychiatric units, and I have experience in caring for developmentally delayed populations with mental illness. Additionally, I have worked at the VA hospital in Salt Lake City, providing care to veterans. My professional interests lie in working with trauma patients, as well as individuals with anxiety, depression, and various other mental health needs.
Outside of work, I enjoy sports, exploring the outdoors, and going on road trips with my family.
Hello! My name is Marco Rudas-Garcia. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Utah and subsequently earned a master's degree in nursing from Gonzaga University. My professional experience includes working in surgical trauma units and psychiatric units, and I have experience in caring for developmentally delayed populations with mental illness. Additionally, I have worked at the VA hospital in Salt Lake City, providing care to veterans. My professional interests lie in working with trauma patients, as well as individuals with anxiety, depression, and various other mental health needs.
(458) 224-5823 View (458) 224-5823
Photo of Alyssa Anne Lee, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Utah
Alyssa Anne Lee
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, BC, APRN
Verified Verified
Orem, UT 84057
Alyssa is skilled in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, as well as individual, group, and family therapy. Her expertise is in child and adolescent psychiatry, but she has training across the lifespan. Alyssa enjoys an integrative approach and doesn’t believe that “one size fits all.” She is aware of social, economic, family, biological, behavioral, and community factors that play into treating each individual. Many modalities are available in treatment of psychiatric disorders and she is committed to finding the best combination for her patients and families.
Alyssa is skilled in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, as well as individual, group, and family therapy. Her expertise is in child and adolescent psychiatry, but she has training across the lifespan. Alyssa enjoys an integrative approach and doesn’t believe that “one size fits all.” She is aware of social, economic, family, biological, behavioral, and community factors that play into treating each individual. Many modalities are available in treatment of psychiatric disorders and she is committed to finding the best combination for her patients and families.
(801) 876-5708 View (801) 876-5708
Photo of Steven K Elrod, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Utah
Steven K Elrod
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Heber City, UT 84032  (Online Only)
Do you or your family need Medication or Therapy for Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Anger, or PTSD? A full psychiatric evaluation and research-proven effective treatment options including medication and psychotherapy could put you back on the healthy path.
Do you or your family need Medication or Therapy for Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Anger, or PTSD? A full psychiatric evaluation and research-proven effective treatment options including medication and psychotherapy could put you back on the healthy path.
(801) 448-0102 View (801) 448-0102
Photo of Tonya Wright, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Utah
Tonya Wright
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Sandy, UT 84093  (Online Only)
I am a passionate board-certified mental health provider from Utah with a deep commitment to promoting mental well-being. Beyond my professional pursuits, I find solace and inspiration in nature, and hiking in the beautiful landscapes of Utah allows me to reconnect with myself and appreciate the wonders of the world around me. Additionally, I firmly believe in meditation's power to cultivate inner peace and mindfulness, both of which are essential elements in maintaining mental well-being.
I am a passionate board-certified mental health provider from Utah with a deep commitment to promoting mental well-being. Beyond my professional pursuits, I find solace and inspiration in nature, and hiking in the beautiful landscapes of Utah allows me to reconnect with myself and appreciate the wonders of the world around me. Additionally, I firmly believe in meditation's power to cultivate inner peace and mindfulness, both of which are essential elements in maintaining mental well-being.
(801) 829-9734 View (801) 829-9734
Photo of Andrew Walker, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Utah
Andrew Walker
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Midvale, UT 84047  (Online Only)
Know that you are not alone and that healing is possible for you. Any mental anguish you experience in connection with growing up; encountering bullying, tragedy, or violence; losing someone or something dear to you; or facing overwhelming circumstances does not define who you are. You are so much more than your depression, your anxiety, your loss, or what happened to you. My treatment philosophy incorporates the Swedish principle of LAGOM: "Not too little, not too much; just right. Being in perfect balance.” Together, we’ll tailor a personalized treatment plan that capitalizes on your strengths and moves you toward your best life.
Know that you are not alone and that healing is possible for you. Any mental anguish you experience in connection with growing up; encountering bullying, tragedy, or violence; losing someone or something dear to you; or facing overwhelming circumstances does not define who you are. You are so much more than your depression, your anxiety, your loss, or what happened to you. My treatment philosophy incorporates the Swedish principle of LAGOM: "Not too little, not too much; just right. Being in perfect balance.” Together, we’ll tailor a personalized treatment plan that capitalizes on your strengths and moves you toward your best life.
(385) 481-5342 View (385) 481-5342
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Hope Mental Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHCNS
Verified Verified
Midvale, UT 84047
Hello! We are a mental health clinic providing psych evals, med management and psychotherapy. I am the Clinic owner and Clinician. When you schedule with me, you will be signing up for a team. Currently, there are 3 interns that work with me. An intern will take your medical history and psychiatric history, then I will come on and the intern and I will create the treatment plan. On subsequent visits, you will see the intern and he/she will bring me on when the medication and/or treatment plan needs to be changed. All of us provide Integrative Psychiatry using the most recent medications and supplements.
Hello! We are a mental health clinic providing psych evals, med management and psychotherapy. I am the Clinic owner and Clinician. When you schedule with me, you will be signing up for a team. Currently, there are 3 interns that work with me. An intern will take your medical history and psychiatric history, then I will come on and the intern and I will create the treatment plan. On subsequent visits, you will see the intern and he/she will bring me on when the medication and/or treatment plan needs to be changed. All of us provide Integrative Psychiatry using the most recent medications and supplements.
(385) 316-6427 View (385) 316-6427
Photo of Aubrey Johnson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Utah
Aubrey Johnson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
Logan, UT 84341
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), with a passion for helping others navigate the complex world of mental health. I believe in fostering a safe and trusting environment where patients and their families can openly discuss their concerns. I aim for a holistic and collaborative approach as we seek for the best treatment options.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), with a passion for helping others navigate the complex world of mental health. I believe in fostering a safe and trusting environment where patients and their families can openly discuss their concerns. I aim for a holistic and collaborative approach as we seek for the best treatment options.
(435) 750-6300 View (435) 750-6300
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Karl Tucker
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Payson, UT 84651
Open and seeing patients. No Wait! We take most commercial insurances. Karl Tucker believes that good mental health requires a holistic approach incorporating all aspects of life, including exercise programs, mindfulness and meditation, social relationship improvement, nutrition, and sleep regimes.
Open and seeing patients. No Wait! We take most commercial insurances. Karl Tucker believes that good mental health requires a holistic approach incorporating all aspects of life, including exercise programs, mindfulness and meditation, social relationship improvement, nutrition, and sleep regimes.
(801) 609-2448 View (801) 609-2448
Family Therapy Psychiatrists

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.