Family Therapy
WHY PURSUE FAMILY THERAPY?
Focused on improving relationships among family members, family therapy provides a safe space in which family members, couples and siblings can express and explore difficult thoughts and emotions. Under the guidance of a trained family therapist, families can learn to better understand and appreciate one another's experiences, views and needs.
Supporting families to also build on the individual strengths of its members and make useful, practical changes, family therapy brings meaningful shifts to relationships and positive improvements to home environments.
Seeing a family psychologist for support can be beneficial in a wide range of circumstances that affect families including but not limited to:
- Strained family relationships
- Stress
- Anger
- Adoption and fostering
- Communication difficulties
- Trauma, both physical and emotional
- Mental health conditions, acute illness or terminal diagnoses
- Disabilities whether from birth or acquired
- Divorce or romantic relationship issues
- Remarriage and blending of families
- Coping with unexpected changes, such as unemployment or moving
- Incarceration of a parent or other family member
- Behavioural issues in children and more.
Family dynamics can be incredibly complex and at times, difficult to navigate with the needs and feelings of many to consider. However, help is available from our family psychologists who can help you find a way through for a happier home life and enriching family relationships.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM OUR FAMILY COUNSELLING IN MELBOURNE
At Port Phillip Psychology we offer tailored family therapy in Melbourne for a wide range of concerns. Delivered in a safe, confidential and judgement-free environment, we are committed to ensuring your family feels as comfortable and safe as possible at all times.
Our family psychologists are highly qualified and experienced in assisting families of all kinds to communicate and interact more effectively and respectfully. Impartial and objective, our psychologists ensure every family member has an opportunity to express their concerns, challenges and hopes for therapy outcomes.
Recognising that families come in all forms and with unique attributes, values and cultural or religious influences, we tailor our approach to ensure optimal results.
With mutual trust and collaboration necessary for both effective therapy and improved family dynamics, we work with each member of your family to set therapy goals. Regularly reviewing these goals to assess progress, we adjust our approach and methods as needed to keep your family encouraged and supported throughout this journey.
GET IN TOUCH
In Chelsea and St Kilda or
via Video or Phone (03) 8774 2150
EMAIL : help@portphillippsychology.com.au
Port Phillip Psychology, understanding & caring family psychologists in Melbourne
Backed by decades of combined experience, the Port Phillip Psychology team includes both male and female psychologists who are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of your family. Catering to individuals and families from all walks of life regardless of age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or disability, we provide a welcoming and accepting space.
Focused on providing greater flexibility in care for families and greater ease in accessing therapy services, we offer weekday, evening and Saturday appointments to suit your family's schedule. Serving Melbourne’s Bayside areas of Chelsea and St Kilda, sessions can be attended in-clinic or via phone or video call for added convenience.
Contact Port Phillip Psychology today to book a family therapy session and discover how our skilled and caring psychologists can support your family to thrive.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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No, family therapy can be beneficial for all ages and is not limited to young families or families that all live under one roof. Extended families including aunts, uncles, grandparents, cousins and even friends that are counted as family can all be involved and benefit, as can adult children and their parents.
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Not all family members have to take part in family therapy for it to be effective. Uninterested family members may get involved in the therapy later if others agree to attend. Ultimately you cannot force anyone to attend and our psychologists will work with you on how to manage these circumstances as needed.