Family
"The stuff of our lives doesn’t change. It is we who change in relation to it." Molly Vass
In my work with families, I employ family systems therapy to examine the patterns of relating and communicating in the family, and how the challenges have developed. Once understood, I then incorporate narrative therapy to develop new skills and ways of interacting within the family. I will also incorporate creative mediums, such as art, play, and drama to help families have fun in the hard work of therapy. My style with families is collaborative, direct and empathic. Families are often seen once every other week to allow time for necessary change in between sessions.
Family Therapy can occur in the office or in the home. In home therapy is offered when there is a situation that is not responding in office. This can occur as a result of family members being on their “best behavior” when in the office. Seeing families in their natural environment allows me the opportunity to see the challenge in “action” and respond immediately. I also often work in home to help develop a positive behavioral plan, being better able to see the home environment and structure and the most natural rewards and consequences. In-Home therapy is offered only after a thorough in-office assessment to insure that this intervention is appropriate and safe. In-Home therapy occurs once to twice a month on Saturdays.
Note: Insurance does not cover in-home therapy. Because of the travel and preparation time, in-home therapy also has a higher cost.