WHAT IS FAMILY THERAPY?By Miriam Galindo

What Is Family Therapy?

Family therapy helps family members communicate better with each other, improve relationships, and help resolve conflicts within the family. People may consider family therapy in the following situations: 

What Is Family Therapy?

- One or more family members is suffering from depression- One or more family members is dealing with alcohol or drug dependency- One or more family members has a serious illness- A family member has died- A child in the family is exhibiting behavioral or emotional problems- Major changes in the family dynamic have occurred due to a parent’s remarriage, the loss of a job, relocation to a different city, etc.

What Is Family Therapy?

Family therapy is conducted by one or more licensed therapists who have been trained specifically to provide family counseling. A family therapist explores the roles each family member plays in the conflict, discovers negative patterns of behavior, and identifies each member’s strengths and weaknesses.

What Is Family Therapy?

Although family therapy is not a guaranteed solution to family problems, it can help. By providing advice and insight, therapists can teach family members the skills needed to address problems and cope with negative situations. Family therapy works better when every member of the family has made a commitment to work with the therapist and each other to resolve issues.

What Is Family Therapy?

Miriam Galindo, PsyD, LCSW, RPT,has over 20 years of experience in her field. Dr. Miriam Galindo provides child, family reunification, and co-parenting counseling at her private practice in Irvine, California.