Family Counselling
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Another advantage of family therapy is its ability to address and resolve conflicts within the family. By facilitating discussions and mediating conflicts, a therapist can help family members find common ground and develop strategies for conflict resolution. This can lead to reduced tension and improved relationships among family members.
At MCPS, we believe family therapy can be highly beneficial when dealing with specific issues, such as substance abuse, mental health disorders, or major life transitions. It provides support and guidance to families navigating these challenges, helping them develop coping mechanisms, set boundaries, and build resilience as a unit.
At MCPS we use interventions which promote a sense of unity, collaboration, and mutual support within families. Therapy empowers individuals and families to make positive changes, build stronger relationships, and enhance overall well-being. By addressing both individual and collective needs, family therapy has the potential to create lasting positive transformations for families.
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How can family therapy help you and your family?
Family therapy benefits individuals and families by offering a safe space for communication, fostering understanding, and strengthening emotional bonds within any type of family. At MCPS, our therapists provide a safe and neutral space for family members to communicate and express their thoughts and feelings. We promote open dialogue, enhance understanding, and strengthen emotional connections within the family unit.
Family therapy helps to identify and address unhealthy patterns of interaction and communication within the family. By uncovering these patterns, family members can learn new, healthier ways of relating to one another. It promotes empathy, respect, and active listening, fostering healthier and more effective communication skills that can be applied beyond therapy sessions.
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V family find peace and acceptance
“The V family embarked on a transformative journey of family therapy, attending seven counseling sessions to untangle the complexities among mother T and her three children. With the father's absence from two children's lives, while maintaining contact with the youngest, the family navigated the waves of resentment stemming from this dynamic. The rift deepened by feelings of disrespect towards T and financial responsibilities created a challenging atmosphere. As the elder two worked, T sought their contributions to household costs, feeling the weight of sole responsibility. Amidst these struggles, the younger child's school refusal and destructive behaviour cast shadows of anger and disconnection over the family.
Initially, the family's engagement was lukewarm, with Mum initiating the sessions. Yet, as time progressed, the power of each member's voice emerged. Guided by Donna, feelings of hurt were shared and grievances were expressed, and Mum found her voice amplified. It was a gradual process, but the family started crafting a shared commitment to their lives, ensuring each individual's needs were acknowledged and fulfilled. This newfound unity led them to continue their therapeutic journey, meeting Donna monthly for the next six months to safeguard against old communication patterns and habits resurfacing, solidifying their progress.”
