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.
teens, & families
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 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.
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.
The testing process for my child with Dr. Bunker went really well. Just like how she explained it would go.
Parent of a 7 year old
Jun 6, 2026
Dr. Nacona Bunker, PsyD
Korina has been very helpful with the therapy process for my child.
Parent of a 7 year old
Jun 6, 2026
Korina Herrera, LMHC
Korina is very patient even when my child is having a difficult time with the therapy session.
Parent of a 7 year old
Jun 6, 2026
Korina Herrera, LMHC
This was our initial visit with Dr. Bunker. She did a great job with explaining how the process would go. She also had great interaction with my child during the visit.
Parent of a 7 year old
Jun 6, 2026
Dr. Nacona Bunker, PsyD
Korina has been doing a great job with helping my child!
Parent of a 7 year old
Jun 6, 2026
Korina Herrera, LMHC
She was really extensive and didn’t leave anything out.
An Adult client
Jun 6, 2026
Dr. Apree Clicque, PsyD
The session was great! All of our concerns were addressed, we felt very heard, and it was an overall great experience
Parent of a 10 year old
Jun 6, 2026
Deann Harrison, PMHNP-BC
Ms Richardson took her time to listen to my son's perspective and concerns as well as my own. She is open-minded and patient. We appreciated her help today
Parent of a 15 year old
Jun 6, 2026
Runako Richardson, PMHNP
When she allowed both of us to speak and explained the next steps for our meeting in the future that was great . Thank you.
Parent of a 7 year old
Jun 6, 2026
Korina Herrera, LMHC
My daughter feels Dr. Jon has helped her more than any of her previous therapists. He does a great job with her.
Parent of a 10 year old
Jun 6, 2026
Dr. Jon Skidmore, PsyD
Dr. Williams truly gets me and he makes me feel like I can take care of myself without having to worry about it.
An Adult client
Jun 5, 2026
Franklin Williams, LCMHC
Navigating a separation from my spouse including children. Victoria does a great job helping us work through and process this.
An Adult client
Jun 5, 2026
Victoria Coffman, LPC-A
Elise is going above and beyond to understand my daughter so she can help her in the best way possible.
Parent of an 11 year old
Jun 5, 2026
Elise McDonald, LPC
Catherine was kind, empathetic, and a great listener. She balanced hearing our thoughts as parents while also ensuring our child was heard and valued.
Parent of a 12 year old
Jun 5, 2026
Catherine Campos, LCSW
So kind and a great listener. She has great patience with him.
Parent of a 10 year old
Jun 4, 2026
Erica Richardson, LCSW
My daughter instantly connected! She’s very excited to work with her
Parent of a 13 year old
Jun 4, 2026
Brianna Doran, LMHC
Dr.Bowes is awesome and a personable provider.
An Adult client
Jun 4, 2026
Dr. Jaclyn Bowes, PsyD
My son feels that this Dr is a great fit. First session and he’s already doing the 10 finger breathing exercise while feeling overwhelmed.
Parent of an 11 year old
Jun 4, 2026
Dr. Jon Skidmore, PsyD
Stronger families start with better communication
Family therapy helps everyone build skills to support each other and your child's growth.
Not sure where to start? Book a clinical matching session.
