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Online 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.

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4.94
10k+ satisfied kids,
teens, & families
Insurance providers Emora accepts

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.

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Evidence-Based

Backed by clinical research and validated outcomes.

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.

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Family therapy approaches

Different methods your therapist might use.

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  • 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
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When family therapy helps most

Why families seek family therapy.

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  • 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.

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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

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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.

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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.

I already see a positive change in my daughter, she seems lighter and happier after only two sessions!

Parent of a 14 year old

Jul 22, 2026

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Elsie Peña
Provider:

Elsie Peña, LPC

Very nice my son likes his therapist and said she really helps

Parent of a 12 year old

Jul 22, 2026

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Rita Montoya-Gomez
Provider:

Rita Montoya-Gomez, LPC

EP really enjoyed the games! I like the calming box idea and the tips to help her during difficult times.

Parent of an 8 year old

Jul 22, 2026

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Tracey-Ann Hutchinson
Provider:

Tracey-Ann Hutchinson, LMHC

She was very understanding and sweet toward my daughter during their session. She was understanding to our reasons for having to switch providers, and made it work very easily with our future schedule.

Parent of a 9 year old

Jul 22, 2026

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Korina Herrera
Provider:

Korina Herrera, LMHC

Mrs. Johnson is a wonderful and safe space for my daughter’s healing.

Parent of a 9 year old

Jul 22, 2026

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Tameka Johnson
Provider:

Tameka Johnson, LPC

She provided great information, was transparent throughout the entire process, and took the time to make sure she would be a good fit for my daughter before moving forward. That really gave me confidence that her priority was making sure my daughter received the support she needed. My daughter also felt comfortable with her right away, which made the experience even better.

Parent of an 8 year old

Jul 22, 2026

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Katennia Thomas
Provider:

Katennia Thomas, LPC

Great experience - she listened and provided helpful tools

An Adult client

Jul 21, 2026

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Treshana Lewis
Provider:

Treshana Lewis, LCSW

He is so helpful.I mean, I appreciate everything he does for my family

Parent of a 7 year old

Jul 21, 2026

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Bart Liles
Provider:

Bart Liles, LPC. LMFT

Lana was amazing with my daughter. My daughter felt heard, validated, and supported.

Parent of a 10 year old

Jul 21, 2026

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Lana Rodriguez
Provider:

Lana Rodriguez, LPC

Very open and transparent, didn't tell me what I waned to hear but what I needed to hear. Very comforting and understanding and does what she can to come to a shared agreement about medication route.

An Adult client

Jul 21, 2026

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Shannon Anes
Provider:

Shannon Anes, PMHNP

Jahn Quattlebaum, our family therapist, has been an absolute gamechanger, by providing us with a safe, compassionate space to communicate and truly hear one another.

An Adult client

Jul 21, 2026

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Jahn Quattlebaum
Provider:

Jahn Quattlebaum, LPC

It was a great session. Nico practiced expressing his feelings to his dad when he felt sad and hurt. He was standing up for himself.

Parent of a 6 year old

Jul 21, 2026

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Jacqueline Castaneda
Provider:

Jacqueline Castaneda, LPC

She was wonderful and my daughter responded well and was able to talk openly. Alyssa gave us some techniques that we both are excited to try. My daughter was nervous before she began but now she is looking forward to her next session.

Parent of a 9 year old

Jul 21, 2026

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Alyssa Jimenez-Solis
Provider:

Alyssa Jimenez-Solis, LCSW

Great listener and helped set realistic goals to help achieve more positive outcomes!

An Adult client

Jul 21, 2026

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Paola Oseguera
Provider:

Paola Oseguera, LPC-Associate

Very personable, makes the session welcoming and comfortable place to be

An Adult client

Jul 21, 2026

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Kayla Goodwin
Provider:

Kayla Goodwin, LPC

Teah is very patient and attentive; her demeanor makes it possible to process and communicate in a very comfortable and safe environment.

An Adult client

Jul 21, 2026

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Teah Polvado
Provider:

Teah Polvado, LCSW

I feel like my therapist is very good at what she does, and is very kind. I go into each meeting expecting a welcoming environment, and I get what I expected and more. (From the 15yo)

Parent of a 15 year old

Jul 20, 2026

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MaryBeth Borreca
Provider:

MaryBeth Borreca, LCMHC, LMHC

Charlene is always so welcoming and provides helpful strategies to manage ADHD and anxiety. She helps my 9 year old get focused and makes the session bith informative and fun. Her breathing techniques help him relax.

Parent of a 9 year old

Jul 20, 2026

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Charlene Childs
Provider:

Charlene Childs, LPC-A

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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