Family Therapy

Family therapy helps families navigate challenges, heal relationships, and build healthier dynamics to support lasting understanding and growth.

What To Expect

In family therapy, we’ll meet together in a safe, supportive space where each family member has the opportunity to share their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I guide structured conversations to help clarify communication, reduce misunderstandings, and address specific concerns like conflict, parenting struggles, or behavioral challenges. You can expect activities such as guided discussions, communication exercises, and problem-solving strategies that encourage collaboration and connection.

Each session is tailored to your family’s unique dynamic and goals. We’ll work on identifying patterns, building new skills for healthy interaction, and fostering mutual respect among family members. Over time, the goal is to strengthen your relationships, improve emotional support within the family, and create a more peaceful and connected home environment.

My Approach

Understand the Family System: We begin by exploring each family member’s perspective and identifying patterns, dynamics, and sources of tension within the family.

Establish Shared Goals: Together, we define what the family hopes to achieve—whether it's improving communication, resolving conflicts, or navigating life transitions.

Implement Practical Strategies: Using evidence-based techniques, we work on building skills like active listening, healthy boundaries, and collaborative problem-solving to create lasting, positive change in your relationships.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between therapist, psychologist and psychiatrist?

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In Utah, therapists (such as LCSWs and counselors) typically hold a master’s degree and provide talk therapy, while psychologists have a doctoral degree and can perform psychological testing and offer specialized therapy. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medication and also provide therapy, focusing more on the medical aspects of mental health.

What are the different types of therapy?

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Therapy can take many forms, including individual counseling, couples or family therapy, and group sessions—each designed to meet different needs and goals. Depending on your situation, therapy might focus on talk-based approaches, skill-building, or experiential methods to help you process emotions, improve relationships, and develop coping strategies.

What are the differences in therapeutic approaches?

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors to improve emotional regulation. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) builds on CBT by adding skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotional regulation, especially helpful for intense emotions and interpersonal challenges. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes accepting difficult feelings and committing to values-based actions to create a meaningful life, blending mindfulness with behavioral change.

How much does a session cost?

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For self-pay, an intake sessions is $180. For self-pay, regular sessions are $160.

What can I expect from the first session?

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Your first session will be 50 minutes long and focused on getting to know you. We’ll discuss your personal history, current concerns, and goals so I can better understand your unique needs and create an effective, personalized treatment plan to support your journey.

What insurance does Thrive Therapy accept?

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I am currently only accepting self-pay clients.