Family Counseling

Having a child with a mental health disorder can put a strain on other members of your family. At Greenwich Avenue Psychiatry in Greenwich, Connecticut, Paroma Mitra, MD, Margaret Miller, DNP, LMSW, Kara Grayson, LCSW, and the team offer comprehensive family counseling to address the needs of your family unit due to illness, death, or other traumatic experiences. Family counseling can help improve communication and the dynamics within your family. Call Greenwich Avenue Psychiatry to learn more about the benefits of family counseling, or request an appointment online today.

What is family counseling?

Family counseling is a professional service that can help members of your family enhance their communication skills and resolve or prevent conflict.

The team at Greenwich Avenue Psychiatry works with participating family members, encouraging them to share their emotions and thoughts effectively. They address different issues that cause conflict in your family and guides you through different ways to resolve these issues in a productive manner.

As part of your counseling sessions, your Greenwich Avenue Psychiatry provider helps you identify the strengths and weaknesses of your family, helping you become stronger as a unit.

Why does my family need counseling?

When a child receives a diagnosis of a mental health disease or disorder, there will no doubt be changes and challenges that affect the entire family.

The team at Greenwich Avenue Psychiatry may recommend family counseling if your child has conditions like autism, oppositional defiant disorder, or bipolar disorder. Counseling sessions can help you and your family learn how to react to behavioral and health changes in your child to create a strong support system for the whole family.

You may also benefit from family counseling services for other reasons, such as:

• Abuse
• Divorce
• Serious injury
• Death of a loved one

The Greenwich Avenue Psychiatry team can determine if family counseling is right for you and your family after an initial consultation or as part of your child’s treatment for mental health issues.

What can I expect during family counseling sessions?

Your provider customizes your family counseling sessions to your specific issues; whether you need training and guidance due to a mental health issue with your child or are seeking support after a traumatic event, the Greenwich Avenue Psychiatry team tailors sessions to enhance your family relationships.

Sessions often last an hour, depending on your family’s needs. Your provider may request that all family members be present at each session, or they may want to involve only certain family members during certain meetings.

During your initial consultation, your Greenwich Avenue Psychiatry provider can let you know what to expect during counseling sessions. They may also recommend counseling as a short-term therapy or something your family can benefit from in the long term.

To learn more about the benefits of family counseling, call Greenwich Avenue Psychiatry or request an appointment online today.