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13,110 people sought family therapy help in Florida in the last year

Discover how starting family therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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26  therapists available in Fort Lauderdale

Coral Springs

As a therapist, I am here to support you on your journey, whatever it may look like!...

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Tampa

I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals and members of the LGBTQ+ / Transgender community, providing a safe, affir...

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Tampa

I have worked with clients from all walks of life....

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Tampa

Let me meet you where you are on your mental health journey and help you embrace growth!...

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Boynton Beach

I am a woman of color who is compassionate and non-judgmental of others....

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Jacksonville

Welcome—I know that it can be very difficult (and takes a lot of courage) to reach out for help....

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Tampa

I’m here to listen, support, and help you navigate challenges with compassion and understanding so you don’t have to face them alo...

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West Palm Beach

I believe there is no one right way to live a good life, and therapy helps us learn what keeps us healthy, strong, and happy by he...

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Jacksonville

I believe every person has unique strengths, and I’m dedicated to helping you discover and build on those strengths in a way that ...

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Jacksonville

I’m an open-minded therapist who uses a trauma-informed, psychodynamic approach to help clients build insight, heal, and create a ...

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Maitland

As someone shaped by multiple cultural identities, I offer a compassionate and tailored therapeutic approach that helps clients de...

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Jacksonville

I know how overwhelming it can feel to seek support, and I'm here to offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel...

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Maitland

When we connect with our whole selves, we unlock the door to profound healing and transformation. Embrace the journey with an open...

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Coral Springs

I am dedicated to supporting individuals and families through anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and relationship challenges ...

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Jacksonville

As a clinician with lived experience balancing caregiving, resilience, and rebuilding, I understand the deep need for safety, comp...

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Jacksonville

As a woman of color, I value diversity and creating a safe, non-judgmental space....

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Gainesville

As a married mother of 3, I understand the challenges of life and family, as well as the anxiety and depression that can be caused...

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Gainesville

As a compassionate and experienced queer woman of color, I'm here to help you thrive through life's challenges....

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Gainesville

Healing happens in stages, and we all have room to grow. I am happy to take this journey with you....

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Coral Springs

Therapy can be a wonderful tool for providing support through life challenges and an opportunity to build insight and skills that ...

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Coral Springs

As a marriage and family therapist coming from a large blended family, I understand the ins and outs of relationships and how they...

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Delray Beach

"It’s not the load that breaks you down; it’s the way you carry it. Whether you are having a specific problem you want to work tow...

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West Palm Beach

From personal and professional experience, I have found that the more transparent and truthful you are to yourself, the easier it ...

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Jacksonville

My life has included walks through seasons of struggle, growth, and self-discovery. I approach therapy with deep empathy and a bel...

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Gainesville

As a new mom coming from a unique family, I have a fresh perspective when working with families, couples, children, and individual...

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Maitland

As a queer woman married to a transgender man, with many years serving LGBTQ+ communities, I have a heart for marginalized communi...

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Sarah Suarez

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What is your go-to approach for family therapy?

My go-to approach for helping people in family therapy is starting by making sure every member of the family is able to express their feelings and feel heard. I find the best benefit in teaching families communication skills is that, without good communication, no good resolutions can be drawn.

What tools do you teach in family therapy?

I teach the following tools in family therapy:

  • Communication skills (fair fighting rules, assertiveness, 'I feel' messages, reflections, how to apologize)
  • Setting boundaries
  • Love languages
  • Healthy relationship wheel
  • Family mindfulness
  • Family dynamics (patterns, roles, etc)
  • Conflict resolutions
  • Coping skills
  • Values

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in family therapy?

I know a client is making meaningful progress in family therapy when they are open to change and take accountability for their flaws. A client's positive progress can also be observed and praised by one's own family members.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement family therapy?

Clients can supplement their time in family therapy by practicing the skills and tools they have learned. Clients can complete homework activities together in order to improve relationships and build bonds. Clients can also focus on their own mental health and practice self-care.

What should someone do to prepare for starting family therapy?

To prepare for their first family therapy session, an individual can write down talking points of what they would like to discuss in sessions so that they aren't forgotten. One can also practice deep breathing to feel relaxed before entering a session.

Starting Family therapy in Fort Lauderdale

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 Fort Lauderdale, FL 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL 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 Therapists in Fort Lauderdale, FL—Broward Family Therapy

Family therapists are experts in helping families work through challenges, prevent or fix the harmful consequences of grueling conflict, and ultimately strengthen these relationships. Common challenges that threaten the strength of familial relationships include financial stress, ineffective communication, infidelity, and the loss of a loved one. The good news is family therapists and psychologists specialize in helping individuals to work through problems of the like.

If you believe that your family could find value in therapy, consider reaching out to Thriveworks Fort Lauderdale in Broward County, FL. We have family therapists and psychologists on staff who are ready to use their skills, training, and experience to guide you and your family members down the right path. You can schedule your appointment today by giving us a call at (754) 400-5514. A scheduling specialist will be happy to help you schedule a session with one of our caring providers.

Does My Family Need to Go to Therapy?

Our family therapists are the best of the best. They are dedicated to helping clients just like you make life-changing improvements in their relationships. Here are a few specific issues they can help you and your family members work through (some of which we already touched on above):

  • Financial stress
  • Ineffective communication
  • Infidelity
  • Loss of a loved one
  • Divorce
  • Blended family issues
  • Mental health problems, like addiction
  • Behavioral issues in kids

You can begin working with a Fort Lauderdale family therapist in Broward County as soon as this week. Our therapists and psychologists are ready to get started when you are! Just give us a call so that we can set up a session at your earliest convenience.

What Is Family Therapy Like?

Have you been thinking about Broward therapy to help your family work through current issues? The family therapists at Thriveworks Fort Lauderdale in Broward County, FL will work to help you and your family members overcome the issues in your home. They will likely use a range of effective techniques, but they will always prioritize helping your family build the following:

  • Effective communication skills
  • Safe and comfortable relationships
  • Empathy and trust in each other

Family therapy at Thriveworks Fort Lauderdale in Broward County is designed to help your family work through the specific problems in your relationships. For this reason, your therapist or psychologist will want to first understand these problems as well as your goals for therapy before they design your therapy treatment plan. This allows them to develop an effective plan that works, one that will allow them to help you improve the situation and every individual’s mental health.

Schedule Family Therapy at Thriveworks Fort Lauderdale in Broward County, FL

Is there a serious problem that your family is currently experiencing? Are your family members struggling to understand or manage this problem? Are you looking for Broward therapy to address these problems? Consider working with a family therapist at Thriveworks Fort Lauderdale in Broward County, FL. Helping families through difficult times is what they are trained to do. They have the skills and experience required to help you work through the problem at hand and improve family dynamics.

To schedule your appointment, just give Thriveworks Fort Lauderdale in Broward, FL a call at (754) 400-5514. You’ll have flexible scheduling options to choose from including appointments in the evenings and on the weekends. We’re determined to find a time that works for all family members. In addition, we accept most major insurances and can often get new clients in for their first appointment within the same week as scheduling.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Fort Lauderdale accept 30 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • AvMed

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

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Self-pay costs at Fort Lauderdale
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

Hear from our clients

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I love my therapist & psychiatrist! They have helped me so much!!
Cora Sep 2025
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Sabrina is Awesome and Authentic!
Shacorrius Sep 2025
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My provider helped me alot.
Natalie Sep 2025
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My experience has exceeded my expectations. My therapist is exceptional in helping me navigate through my emotions and anxiety. She doesn't judge and/or condemn me. I feel safe speaking to her. I feel inspired and motivated to continue on my mental health journey.
Read more My experience has exceeded my expectations. My therapist is exceptional in helping me navigate through my emotions and anxiety. She doesn't judge and/or condemn me. I feel safe speaking to her. I feel inspired and motivated to continue on my mental health journey.
Rita Sep 2025
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She helped me calm down and heard all of my concerns and needs.
Cidny Sep 2025
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My therapist helps me see the bigger picture of a situation, focus on what is the element that needs to be tended to, and has made me feel heard more than anyone else I have ever worked with. Michael not only listens but provides the feedback in a way that recognizes what I worry about, and in a way that acknowledges my life experience. After years of feeling put down or less recognized it is refreshing to have someone not only validate what I know to be true, but to have someone who sees me as a strong woman.
Read more My therapist helps me see the bigger picture of a situation, focus on what is the element that needs to be tended to, and has made me feel heard more than anyone else I have ever worked with. Michael not only listens but provides the feedback in a way that recognizes what I worry about, and in a way that acknowledges my life experience. After years of feeling put down or less recognized it is refreshing to have someone not only validate what I know to be true, but to have someone who sees me as a strong woman.
Kristina Sep 2025
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Katelyn is easy to talk to and very kind and compassionate.
Dianna Sep 2025
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I have already referred Michael Perez to friends! He's friendly but professional.
Jolene Sep 2025
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Address

2425 E Commercial Blvd Suite 405
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Fort Lauderdale is located at 2425 E Commercial Blvd #405, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

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Phone number

(754) 219-9481
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Languages spoken by FL providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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Hours

Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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