Family Therapy
“No matter what we try, we just can’t seem to communicate without yelling.”
“We all have been impacted by Dad’s drinking. It’s time we start to heal.”
“We haven’t been able to all talk since we had that big family disagreement at the holidays.”
Common Reasons Why Individuals Begin Family Therapy in Leavenworth, KS, Overland Park, KS, and Liberty, MO
Our families are important. We are biologically wired to belong to groups. When our bond with our family is breaking, our bond as a family is not as connected. Which in turn weakens our bond.
There are several situations that could bring a family into therapy:
Divorce
Grief and Loss
Family Therapy in Overland Park, KS, Leavenworth, KS, and Liberty, MO for Relationship Struggles
Relationship struggles look different for every family. Perhaps the struggle is communicating with your teen. You both try to talk to each other but it never goes right. Ultimately, you all start to yell at each other and end up storming off.
Or, maybe your children won’t follow your directions. You’ve read every book you can think of to get ideas on how to parent in a different way. Overall, you want to feel more confident as a parent and use strategies that actually work.
Maybe, you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage. Making the transition to co-parenting could be a challenging transition. Potentially, your children have questions about the separation. Family therapy in Leavenworth, KS, Overland Park, KS, and Liberty, MO could be the perfect setting to create a safe place for your children to ask these questions. Online family therapy in Kansas is also an option if you’re looking to work with a therapist from the comfort of your home.
Our caring therapists can help families overcome these struggles. This is why we use therapy approaches that are directed toward attachment theory and secure connection in order to make your family a safe haven and secure base for all members of your family.
Family Therapy in Kansas and Missouri Can Help with the Effects of Divorce
Divorce is a big transition for your family. There are guidelines to work out on both the parent level and the child level. As a parent, you need to determine how to communicate with each other. When you both can communicate well together, then, your children will benefit one several levels.
The impact on your children may involve having to respond to their questions and dealing with big emotions. Therapy gives them a safe space to share their feelings. They can also ask questions about the new family structure. Your therapist is also able to help you answer these important questions on an age-appropriate level.
We are here for your entire family. Family therapy in Leavenworth, KS, Overland Park KS, or Liberty, MO can help you create a new normal. We know that it is important that your family functions well as a whole. We can help you and your family.
Family Therapy for Addictions in Leavenworth, KS, Overland Park, KS, and Liberty, MO
Your family has been struggling with addictions for several years. It seems like everyday you are on edge not knowing what will happen. Will she drink again? Will he end up at the casino again? You and the rest of the family have been impacted by the addiction. You know you need to get help but you don’t know what that looks like. But. you know you cannot go on living like this.
If you’re looking for addictions counselor in Kansas we are able to work with both the person struggling with the addiction and the family unit. Addictions impact the whole family. In order for long-term change to occur, the family must also change their patterns of behavior. Let us help you identify the negative patterns and replace them with more positive, healthy patterns. We can do this through online therapy in Kansas as well if this works well for your family unit.
Family Therapy for Adult Families
One of the hardest struggles within families can be when adult family members are in conflict. Whether it be adult children and parents or adult siblings, it’s like you need a moderator to help you have a conversation because there is so much hurt. The hurt is all consuming and the conversation ends up in an argument where all of you are pointing the finger at each other. You love your parents. You love your siblings. Family is family. Let us help you by taking the first step and scheduling family therapy in Leavenworth KS. Or if you’re looking for family therapy in the Overland Park, KS, or Liberty, MO areas we can serve you as well.
Our therapists also work with adult family members to help your family identify the moves and emotions that contribute to the arguing. We take those negative patterns and help you find new positive patterns of interacting with each other. With these positive patterns, you can feel more heard and understood. You can get your family back.
The JS Therapy Group Approach to Family Therapy in Overland Park, KS, Leavenworth, KS, and Liberty, MO
We believe that humans are wired for connection. We are “tribe people”. We excel when we are in a group of trusted others. That is what your family should be. Let’s get you back to feeling united again. Get in touch for family therapy today!
Attachment Theory and Emotionally Focused Therapy
At JS Therapy Group, we use the idea of attachment theory and Emotionally Focused Therapy to guide our work. We help family members be able to express emotions in a safe and healthy way and then help the receiver of the communication to respond in a supportive and positive way. This “positive pattern” of interaction builds trust in relationships.
In addition, we provide services to all individuals, couples and families without discrimination on the basis of race, age, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, disability, gender, health status, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or relationship status.
Can We Do Online Family Therapy In Kansas?
The short answer is YES! It is possible to do family therapy online. This could especially be helpful if your family is spread out over the state of Kansas. Online therapy in Kansas provides convenience for you and your family. With online therapy, you do not need to travel to the office and coordinate transportation. In fact, you just need to find a quiet, private space in your house.
Online therapy in Kansas also allows you to find a therapist who specializes in your presenting struggle. The pool of therapists grows exponentially when you are able to search the entire state. You can find an online therapist in Kansas who is the right fit or your family’s needs.
We are happy to talk with you about if online therapy is the right fit for you. Just contact us and we are happy to talk with you.
Can I Do Family Therapy While I Do Individual Therapy?
Of course! While every situation is different, it can be beneficial to have two different therapists, who communicate with each other, to help you and your family work on specific treatment goals, individually and as a group.
Begin Family Therapy in Leavenworth, KS, Overland Park, KS, and Liberty, MO
Your family doesn’t have to continue to live under the umbrella of conflict. We can help you get back to enjoying life and making happy memories. Our caring therapists specialize in working with families. To start counseling in Overland Park, KS and Leavenworth, KS, follow these simple steps:
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Other Counseling Services at JS Therapy Group
Family therapy is not the only service we offer in our Leavenworth and Overland Park counseling centers. Other mental health services JS Therapy Group provides include anxiety treatment, therapy for children and play therapy, trauma and PTSD treatment, addictions counseling, trauma and PTSD treatment for children, couple and marriage counseling and premarital counseling. We also offer professional consultations and supervision opportunities. If you can’t make it to see one of our therapists for in-person counseling, consider online therapy in Kansas to meet your mental health needs. Contact us to get started or click on one of the links to learn more.
