Family Therapy
Support for family relationships and dynamics to help your family thrive together.
What is Family Therapy?
Family therapy is a form of psychotherapy that works with families and couples to nurture change and development. It views the family as a system and focuses on relationships and interactions between family members rather than individual problems. Our approach helps families understand and improve their communication patterns, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their bonds.
When Family Therapy Can Help
Family Challenges
- Parent-child conflicts
- Sibling rivalry and disputes
- Blended family adjustments
- Generational conflicts
Life Transitions
- Divorce or separation
- Remarriage and stepfamily formation
- Empty nest syndrome
- Elderly parent care
Mental Health Support
- Family member with mental illness
- Substance abuse issues
- Eating disorders
- Behavioral problems in children
Communication Issues
- Poor communication patterns
- Lack of emotional connection
- Boundary problems
- Trust and loyalty issues
Our Therapeutic Approaches
We use various evidence-based family therapy approaches:
Structural Family Therapy
Focuses on family structure, boundaries, and hierarchies to create healthier family dynamics.
Systemic Family Therapy
Views the family as an interconnected system where change in one member affects everyone.
Narrative Family Therapy
Helps families rewrite their stories and create new, more positive narratives.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Concentrates on solutions and strengths rather than problems and deficits.
Types of Family Sessions
Whole Family
All family members participate together to work on family-wide issues and dynamics.
Parent-Child
Focus on improving parent-child relationships and communication patterns.
Sibling Groups
Work with siblings to resolve conflicts and build stronger relationships.
Common Goals in Family Therapy
Communication & Connection
- Improve family communication patterns
- Build emotional connections between family members
- Develop active listening skills
- Create safe spaces for expression
Conflict Resolution
- Learn healthy conflict resolution strategies
- Address power imbalances
- Set appropriate boundaries
- Develop problem-solving skills
Support & Understanding
- Support family members through difficult times
- Increase empathy and understanding
- Address individual needs within family context
- Build family resilience
Growth & Development
- Support healthy family development
- Navigate life transitions together
- Build family strengths and resources
- Create positive family traditions
What to Expect
Initial Assessment
We'll meet with the family to understand your unique dynamics, challenges, and goals. This may involve individual meetings with family members as well as group sessions.
Ongoing Sessions
Regular family sessions focus on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and strengthening relationships. The format may vary based on your family's needs.
Homework & Practice
Families often receive assignments to practice new skills at home, helping to reinforce positive changes between sessions.
Progress Review
Regular check-ins help assess progress and adjust treatment approaches as your family grows and changes.
Getting Started
Ready to strengthen your family relationships? Here's how to begin:
- Schedule an initial family consultation using our online booking platform
- Attend your first session where we'll assess family dynamics
- Begin regular family therapy sessions tailored to your needs
Ready to Strengthen Your Family?
Take the first step toward healthier family relationships and communication.
Session Information
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Price: R1,500 per session
- Format: In-person or Online
- Recommend frequency: Weekly
Who Can Participate
- Immediate family members
- Extended family (when appropriate)
- Stepfamily members
- Blended family members
Important Considerations
- All participating members should be willing
- Confidentiality applies to all family members
- Individual sessions may be recommended
- Progress requires family commitment
Contact Us
Have questions about family therapy?
reception.louwalbertspsychology@gmail.com
082 856 3940