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Starting Family therapy

What is family therapy?

Family therapy helps families resolve conflicts and strengthen their relationships. It is led by qualified mental health professionals like psychologists, licensed professional counselors (LPCs), and licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) who have extensive training in family dynamics and group communication.

How does family therapy work?

Thriveworks family therapists in Appleton, WI usually begin by asking what everyone’s goals are for family counseling. Family members may need help with very specific issues or with general relationship functioning. But there are three main purposes in family counseling: to educate, to counsel, and to strengthen. Thriveworks also offers online family therapy and in-person services, so you may all meet in an office together or join a video call from your home depending on everyone’s location and availability.

What is the most effective family therapy?

The most effective form of Family therapy will often depend on the family itself, as there are many types of family therapy for therapists to use as they see fit in order to best meet the needs of their clients. However, one of the most commonly used types of family therapy is structural family therapy (SFT). SFT focuses specifically on family dynamics and interactions, looking at how they shape the relationships and structure present in the family. It can be effectively used to treat a variety of concerns.

How do I know if my family needs therapy?

This answer often looks different to each family that starts family therapy. However, some signs that your family might need to consider family counseling include frequent fights or misunderstandings, constant tension, experiencing loss, behavioral issues, marital issues, divorce, and blended family issues, among others.

What is included in family therapy?

In family therapy, therapists will often start by asking questions and assessing individual and family dynamics. From there, they may employ therapeutic techniques such as structured family therapy, CBT, strategic family therapy, and more depending on the present concerns and conflicts. From there, a therapist will work to open lines of communication between family members and facilitate emotional healing and growth.

What is the success rate of family therapy?

Family therapy can be incredibly successful, with some studies reporting a success rate of almost 90% for improving participants’ emotional and mental health, and around 66% for improving their physical health.

Is family therapy conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks therapists in Appleton, WI offer both online family therapy and in-person family therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does family therapy last?

Family therapy is usually short term and solution-focused, with most families accomplishing their goals in 12 sessions or fewer. However, it can also last for longer if the probles at hand are more complex — and that’s okay, too.

Need more help deciding?

Family Therapy at Thriveworks Counseling in Appleton, WI

Families face many problems as they grow and change over time. That’s why at Thriveworks Counseling in Appleton, WI, we believe you shouldn’t have to face these struggles alone. Consulting with a licensed therapist or counselor can make a significant difference in acknowledging and working through the difficulties you’re facing.

Call us today to set up your first appointment at (920) 280-7798.

Would Therapy Be Right for My Family?

Family therapists and counselors frequently help families through various problems and situations, such as:

  • Conflicts between family members
  • Financial strain
  • Divorce or separation
  • Mental illness or substance abuse
  • Behavioral problems in children
  • Major life changes
  • Moving to a new city or state
  • Breakdowns in communication
  • Coping with grief or loss of a loved one

Meet With a Thriveworks Counselor in Appleton, WI

Family conflicts are a natural part of life as a family grows and changes. Taking the time to address these issues can show everyone in the family how much they mean to each other. If you want to start family therapy or counseling today, call our office at Thriveworks Counseling in Appleton, WI.

Working with a family therapist or counselor can help bring your family closer together. Call us today at Thriveworks Counseling in Appleton, WI, to set up your first appointment at (920) 280-7798.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Wisconsin therapists and counselors accept 1 insurance plans

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Self-pay costs at Appleton
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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★★★★★
Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Read more Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Anonymous Thriveworks Client
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Appleton is located off E Longview Dr in a block of businesses between N Meade St and N Drew St. We currently share a building with LaVa Lab and Ahrens & Associates. At the opposite end of the block, you will find Xavier Middle School.

Phone number

(920) 280-7798

Languages spoken by WI providers

  • English
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