Family therapy for kids, teens, & families
Stronger family communication and relationships
Family therapy helps the whole family talk better, solve conflicts, and support each other. Your child's problems are often tied to how the family works.
Insurance accepted. Appointments often available within days.
Family therapy, at a glance
Family therapy, at a glance
80%+ effective
Across multiple large-scale studies, making family therapy one of the most broadly effective modalities for youth.
12-16 sessions
Typical course of family therapy. Many families experience improved communication within the first several weeks.
73% of families
Report significant improvement in family functioning after completing structured family therapy.
What is family therapy?
Why the whole family helps.
Family therapy looks at your child's problems within the family. Instead of treating just the kid, we look at how family members talk, relate, and affect each other.
Family therapists find patterns in how you talk and interact that may keep problems going. Then they help you build better patterns.
Different family therapy ways of working fit different problems. All have research to back them up.
Evidence-Based
Backed by clinical research and validated outcomes.
Family therapy approaches
Different methods your therapist might use.
Building Family Structure
- Looks at who leads and what roles each person plays
- Builds healthy parent-child bonds
- Fixes families that are too close or too distant
- Creates better ways to relate
Healing Through Feelings
- Finds the feelings behind conflicts
- Builds safe bonds between members
- Stops cycles of blame and shutting down
- Helps family members get each other
Fixing Specific Problems
- Targets one clear problem at a time
- Uses quick methods to break bad patterns
- Short and goal-based
- Works well for teen behavior and drug use
Help for At-Risk Teens
- For teens ages 11-18 at higher risk
- Builds family talking skills
- Cuts down on behavior problems
- Used by courts and health groups
How family therapy helps
Real results.
- Better parent-child and sibling talking
- Less family fighting and anger
- Stronger family bonds and support
- Behavior problems improve when family improves
- Help during tough times like divorce or loss
- Everyone learns new skills
When family therapy helps most
Why families seek family therapy.
Talking & Conflict
- Too many fights and power struggles
- Can't get through to your teen
- Sibling fighting
- Trouble with family changes
Child & Teen Issues
- Behavior tied to family patterns
- Teen drug or alcohol use
- Won't go to school due to family stress
- Divorce or blended family struggles
Why families choose Emora
Emora's family therapy specialists vs. other providers.
General providers
Licensed family therapists
Therapists may not have family training
Proven methods that work
Focus on one person, not the family
The whole family helps plan
Few family members involved
Easy online scheduling
Fixed scheduling, hard for families
Trained in kids and teen therapy
General practice, no kid focus
Get started in minutes
Three simple steps to connect with the right clinician.
- 1
Share what's going on
Tell us about your family's challenges and goals.
- 2
Verify coverage
See insurance estimates and available appointment times.
- 3
Start therapy
Meet your matched family therapist and begin working together.
Frequently asked questions
What families ask most about family therapy.
No. Your therapist will pick who should come based on goals. Some sessions have everyone, others focus on parent-child or sibling pairs.
Family therapy can still help with willing members. Working with them shifts family patterns for all.
One-on-one therapy helps one person. Family therapy helps all and looks at how people relate. Kids' problems often come from family patterns.
No. Your therapist stays fair and helps all be heard. They focus on family health, not picking sides.
Yes. Online sessions let all join from home. Research shows online family therapy works well.
Real stories of growth
Every session is rated by parents. Our therapists maintain a 4.9+ average, because results matter.
We love Amanda! It's been over a month- seeing positive results
Parent of an 11 year old
1 hour ago
Amanda Crabtree, LMHC
Evelyn said she was really happy with the session.
Parent of a 9 year old
5 hours ago
Dr. Maritza Rodriguez, LPC-S, CCST
I like the fact that she suggested that we should do ADHD testing and I like that she was asking him questions that were making him think a little about his answers. It was very helpful and it sparked discussion for us afterwards
Parent of a 12 year old
7 hours ago
Shannon Anes, PMHNP
I love Quenton Kayd! I’ve had 18 sessions with him and he has helped me so much! He also takes the time to see things from my perspective and it means so much!
An Adult client
10 hours ago
Quenton Kayd, LPC
Ann is an excellent therapist. She’s been helping my daughter through her anxiety and her thoughtful and insightful guidance has had a meaningful impact on my daughter and managing her anxiety.
Parent of an 11 year old
22 hours ago
Ann Marie Driver, LCMHC-A
She’s very charismatic and easy to talk to. My daughter told me she likes her
Parent of a 13 year old
1 day ago
Katherine Vasquez Lugo, RMHCI
Catherine was warm and welcoming!
Parent of a 10 year old
1 day ago
Catherine Campos, LCSW
My therapist was absolutely amazing I already can tell she is going to help me a lot!
An Adult client
1 day ago
Laura Doocy, LPC-A
Milton is very understanding and listened to my son rattle on and on lol and they're was no rush.
Parent of an 11 year old
1 day ago
Milton Hernandez, LPC
JoeAnn Allen gave us key ways to handle some problems, we appreciate her very much
Parent of a 14 year old
1 day ago
JoeAnn Allen, RMHCI
Rating on behalf of my daughter. She's always in a better mood when she talks with Korina! ✨
Parent of a 14 year old
1 day ago
Korina Herrera, LMHC
My son connects so well with Nathalie. He was skeptical at first now he sets up 10 mind before the session in anticipation for their talk time.
Parent of a 10 year old
2 days ago
Nathalie Fernandez Mendez, LCMHC-A, LMHC
Richard was excellent during my child´s session today. He was very informative, attentive, and truly focused on our specific needs. You can tell he genuinely cares and takes the time to listen and understand. We’re looking forward to future appointments and seeing growth with his support.
Parent of a 6 year old
2 days ago
Richard Reyes, LPC-Associate
The coping mechanism you gave me felt extremely helpful
An Adult client
2 days ago
Marise Jimenez, RMHCI
Very attentive and caring. Took the time out to help us find the right therapist.
Parent of a 16 year old
2 days ago
Jennifer Guzman, LPC
great person easy to talk to. very attentive.
An Adult client
2 days ago
Dr. Joel Bell, PsyD
Sarah is incredible with my 7 year old. So great at building rapport and bringing in coping strategies.
Parent of a 7 year old
2 days ago
Sarah Newton, LMSW
Helped my child open up and feel more self confidence
Parent of a 6 year old
2 days ago
Korina Herrera, LMHC
Stronger families start with better communication
Family therapy helps everyone build skills to support each other and your child's growth.
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