Family therapy

I work with families of many forms and structures. Family is defined by the people who matter most in your life. I often work with adolescents and their parents, adolescent or adult siblings, and adult children and their parents.

Families often come to therapy when communication has become difficult, emotions feel overwhelming, or longstanding patterns create tension and disconnection. We may work on parenting challenges, learning to communicate emotions more effectively, setting boundaries, maintaining connection, and navigating family dynamics during periods of stress or crisis.

My goal is to support each person in accessing their authentic self while also strengthening the health of the family system. Sometimes this means helping family members repair and deepen connection. At other times, it involves clarifying boundaries or finding healthier ways of relating to one another.

My approach is systemic and relational, recognizing that each family member’s emotional experience, history, and broader cultural context influence the family dynamic. I openly acknowledge that therapy involves a power dynamic, and I work to create a collaborative space where we function as a team.

At times, it can be helpful to meet with certain family members individually or in smaller groups before coming back to meet altogether. These decisions are discussed openly, and we agree together on how the work will progress.

Our work draws from Supportive Family Therapy, while also integrating principles from Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP). Through intentional communication and close attention to each person’s emotional experience, deeper concerns can begin to surface. By slowing down conversations, guiding clearer emotional communication, and helping family members practice active listening, families often begin to strengthen connection and develop healthier patterns of communication.