Families are seen in therapy
for several different reasons.
They usually seek counseling for added support through times of change
and
hardship. Although individual concerns may be affecting the overall well
being
of the family, there are issues that are unique to family dynamics. Some
of
these include parenting issues, divorce and separation, death and loss,
and the
concerns of blended and military families. We have seen families seeking
support at several periods of family life and see the benefit of family
sessions at all of these stages.
Step Families/Blended Families
There are challenges and strengths that are unique to step family
systems.
Challenges often lay in the expectations, rules, and roles that
accompany the
additional titles of “steps and halves.” Family sessions for blended
families
may work with the new family to define family rules and roles or to
establish more
respectful relationships between members.
Parenting
Parenting brings a new level of responsibility and joy. However, some
couples
may struggle with the management of newly found sources of stress and
its
effects on their relationship. Additionally, parents often consult with a
family therapist for guidance and/or general information related to the
following subjects:
- Education
on Child development
- Use of discipline and boundaries
- Stress management for
parents
- Family
readjustment support
