Family therapy services in 14903: Elmira, NY. Relationship and couples counseling.

Family therapy looks at the entire family system—parents, children, extended family members—to identify strengths and problematic behaviours. I collaborate with families on strategies for utilizing their own capabilities for resolving problems, and on developing effective communication and problem-solving skills for preventing conflicts. I specialize in working with families of teenagers, which is an age that can be challenging for both the teenagers and their parents.

We feel that the parents/guardians are in the best position to support their children. As a result, we encourage our parents to participate in their children’s therapy. We meet with both the child(ren) and parents separately to understand their perspectives prior to engaging in family therapy. In this way, we can assess the strengths and needs of each participant to support effective communication and treatment.