The only place you’ll find a perfect family is on TV.
Real life is full of challenges, misunderstandings, and unexpected events. That’s why, when faced with these sorts of obstacles, many families seek professional help. But what are the benefits of family therapy? It can equip people to:
- Improve communication
- Respect boundaries
- Develop coping and problem-solving skills
- Navigate challenges
- Strengthen family bonds
These sorts of changes never happen overnight, but it is possible with time and effort. According to the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, nearly
65.6%
of cases are completed within 20 sessions.
Therapists also offer an experienced, outside perspective. During the session, therapists may talk with the whole family together, in smaller groups, or even with individuals. And because this sort of counseling requires vulnerability, it’s important the entire family feels comfortable with the therapist. It’s ok to move around until you find the right one.
Reasons For Family Therapy
Each family is unique and that means the catalyst for counseling is, too. Whether it’s a matter of blending families or acknowledging past mistakes, there’s no wrong reason to get help.
In general, family therapy provides an opportunity to:
- Process grief and loss
- Address substance abuse
- Make necessary life changes
The Cost Of Family Counseling
Many health insurance providers also offer coverage to support mental health. Family therapy often falls within this category, but any out-of-pocket will vary from provider to provider.
If you’re unsure about the coverage your insurance provides,
call our intake department and we’ll help you understand your benefits.
Family Therapy At Headwaters Counseling
Although we serve a variety of individuals and needs, Headwaters Counseling has always prioritized family therapy. Our roots here in the Fort Wayne community stretch back to 1873. To ensure your family receives the best possible help, all our direct service providers are PhD or Master level therapists. In addition, we offer classes and counseling to address parenting issues.
We also believe
poverty should never be a barrier to professional help. A reduced rate is offered to families that otherwise wouldn’t be able to afford counseling services.
The benefits of therapy can look different for each family. But Stephen Jarrell, the Executive Director and CEO here at Headwaters Counseling, summarized it well:
“Family therapy helps families in many ways, but primarily it focuses on improving communication and respecting boundaries. The greatest advantage of having a family attend therapy is the ability for the family members to develop coping and problem-solving skills. This in turn enables the family to navigate challenges as they arise and to develop healthy and functional relationships.”
If you’d like to learn more about family therapy or if you have any questions, please contact Headwaters Counseling today.
