Family Counseling

Family Counseling in Boise, Idaho

Our families influence how we think, behave, and interact with the world.

As a relationship therapist, I view individuals within the context of relational systems and look at how relationships with your family members may have influenced other relationships in your life (friendships, work relationships, romantic relationships). By uncovering patterns of behavior within your family of origin, you can often notice these same patterns in your other relationships and work toward changing them. Family therapy may include 1, 2, 3, or more individuals and is intended to reduce conflict, enhance healthy connection, and restore balance.

Common reasons for seeking family therapy include:

  • Adoption
  • Challenges in school
  • Conflict among siblings
  • Divorce
  • Extended family concerns
  • Job loss or changes
  • Parent-child conflict
  • Relocation/moving
  • Remarriage
  • Step-parenting
  • Unexpected or traumatic loss of a family member

Some goals of family therapy are to:

  • Develop strategies for building healthy relationships
  • Develop and maintain boundaries
  • Foster a sense of cohesion and communication among family members
  • Promote problem solving through understanding of family patterns and dynamics
  • Build empathy and understanding among family members
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The therapist-client relationship is one of the strongest predictors of success in therapy. Because of this, I offer a complimentary, 15-minute phone consultation prior to scheduling your first appointment to assure we are a good fit to work together.

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