⚲ LOS ALTOS, CALIFORNIA
Family Systems Therapy
Individuals don’t exist in a vacuum, we are always a part of a larger system
About Family Systems Therapy
Family systems therapy is a broad term encompassing various specific methods and interventions.
Some examples include Structural Family Therapy, Experiential Family Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Strategic Therapy, and other modalities within the family systems framework.
Family systems therapy is grounded in the idea that individuals do not exist in isolation; rather, we are part of a larger system, such as our family of origin. This approach helps people address problems by focusing on their family dynamics.
Children and teens are particularly influenced by their family of origin and can greatly benefit from positive changes within the family system.
Family systems therapy is grounded in the idea that individuals do not exist in isolation; rather, we are part of a larger system, such as our family of origin. This approach helps people address problems by focusing on their family dynamics.
Children and teens are particularly influenced by their family of origin and can greatly benefit from positive changes within the family system.
We help with
Here are some of the areas in family dynamics that we can help with
Adjusting to major changes like moving, starting a new job, divorce or other changes in the family
Arguing or not understanding each other
Figuring out how to stay close to loved ones while having your own space and independence
Learning how to talk openly and feel more connected with others
Bridging the gap and improving understanding between parents, grandparents, and children
Learning how to say "no" when needed and respecting others’ limits
Working together better as a parenting team
How we work
We warmly welcome families to in-person therapy sessions, recognizing that family dynamics and relationships can be complex and challenging.
Every family is a unique interplay of individuality and togetherness. Seeking help takes courage, and we are here to support you through this journey.
At the Playhouse Family and Group Therapy, depending on your family needs and the clinician’s training, we may use ideas and techniques from a variety of family therapy modalities:
At the Playhouse Family and Group Therapy, depending on your family needs and the clinician’s training, we may use ideas and techniques from a variety of family therapy modalities:
Child-Parent Interaction Therapy (CPIT)
Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT)
Structural Family Therapy
Internal Family Systems
Attachment-Based Therapy
Couples Therapy: Neuroscience, Attachment, and Differentiation (Bader/Person method)
Meet our team
FAQ
About the Family Systems
Therapist can proceed with family therapy for those who are open to participating. Therapy can still be beneficial, even if not all family members are involved.
In family therapy, the entire family is considered the client. All family members over the age of 12 must sign a release of information form for the therapist to share any family therapy details with third parties. To maintain a healthy therapeutic relationship, therapists often implement a “no secrets” policy when working with couples or families. This means that if a private conversation occurs between the therapist and one family member, and the content of that conversation is essential for the progress of therapy, the therapist will not keep it confidential from the others.
If a family member requests that the therapist keep a secret that impacts the therapy process, the therapist may terminate family or couples therapy, as it would violate the “no secrets” policy. Family members who wish to explore personal matters privately are encouraged to address those topics with their individual therapists rather than the family therapist.
If a family member requests that the therapist keep a secret that impacts the therapy process, the therapist may terminate family or couples therapy, as it would violate the “no secrets” policy. Family members who wish to explore personal matters privately are encouraged to address those topics with their individual therapists rather than the family therapist.
The therapist helps create a safe space and fosters communication skills that allow family members to express themselves and feel heard. In some cases, individual therapy is recommended before beginning family or couples therapy, to help family members prepare for the joint process.
Therapist can proceed with family therapy for those who are open to participating. Therapy can still be beneficial, even if not all family members are involved.
In family therapy, the entire family is considered the client. All family members over the age of 12 must sign a release of information form for the therapist to share any family therapy details with third parties. To maintain a healthy therapeutic relationship, therapists often implement a “no secrets” policy when working with couples or families. This means that if a private conversation occurs between the therapist and one family member, and the content of that conversation is essential for the progress of therapy, the therapist will not keep it confidential from the others.
If a family member requests that the therapist keep a secret that impacts the therapy process, the therapist may terminate family or couples therapy, as it would violate the “no secrets” policy. Family members who wish to explore personal matters privately are encouraged to address those topics with their individual therapists rather than the family therapist.
If a family member requests that the therapist keep a secret that impacts the therapy process, the therapist may terminate family or couples therapy, as it would violate the “no secrets” policy. Family members who wish to explore personal matters privately are encouraged to address those topics with their individual therapists rather than the family therapist.
The therapist helps create a safe space and fosters communication skills that allow family members to express themselves and feel heard. In some cases, individual therapy is recommended before beginning family or couples therapy, to help family members prepare for the joint process.
Contacts
Our psychotherapy and counseling practice is conveniently located on the border of Los Altos and Mountain View in the San Francisco Bay Area, very close to Palo Alto, Sunnyvale, Cupertino and San Jose.
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