Family Therapy
Family Therapy & Everything You Need to Know About It
All families experience conflict, it’s part of growing and living together. What truly matters is how those conflicts are addressed.
At HHPG, we help families strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and navigate challenges together. Whether one or multiple members are experiencing difficulties, family therapy provides a space for understanding, collaboration, and growth.
What is Family Therapy?
Family therapy is a collaborative process that helps family members identify and address patterns that create conflict or distance. The goal is to improve communication, strengthen relationships, and foster understanding within the family unit.
Through structured sessions, families learn to express themselves more effectively, resolve issues constructively, and support each other’s growth.
Who can benefit from family therapy?
Family therapy can support a wide variety of concerns and does not require every member to be struggling personally. Common reasons families seek therapy include:
Difficulty communicating effectively
Frequent arguments or tension within the household
Financial or situational stressors affecting relationships
Supporting a family member with a mental health condition
Parenting challenges or conflict between parents and children
Family therapy is about working together to improve the family dynamic — not placing blame.
Who Provides Family Therapy?
Family therapy sessions at HHPG are conducted by licensed psychologists or registered psychotherapists with specialized training in family systems and communication-based interventions.
At times, therapy may also be provided by a supervised clinician working under the direct guidance of a registered psychologist to ensure high-quality care and professional oversight.
How long do the sessions last?
Family therapy sessions typically last approximately one hour. Because each family’s needs, challenges, and goals are unique, the number of sessions required can vary. If you’d like to discuss what this might look like for your family, we invite you to schedule a no-obligation consultation to learn more.
If you are looking to get an estimate on therapy duration for your family, schedule a no obligation call here.
Signs your family may benefit from therapy
Signs Your Family May Benefit from Therapy
You might consider family therapy if:
One or more family members feel sad, anxious, or angry in ways that impact daily life
Members avoid communication or struggle to express emotions openly
Your family is navigating a major crisis or transition (e.g., financial, emotional, or situational)
Someone is experiencing trauma or distress and isn’t comfortable attending therapy alone
A brief consultation can help determine whether family therapy is the right fit for your family’s needs.
Types of Family Therapy
Our clinicians may integrate aspects of various evidence-based family therapy models, including:
Structural Therapy – Examines family hierarchies and roles to improve functioning and boundaries.
Strategic Therapy – Focuses on solving specific behavioural or relational issues through targeted goals and practical interventions.
Narrative Therapy – Encourages family members to share their stories and perspectives, helping reframe challenges and build mutual understanding.
Transgenerational Therapy – Explores patterns and beliefs passed down through generations to understand their influence on current relationships.
Communication-Based Therapy – Enhances listening and expression skills to bridge communication gaps and strengthen family bonds.