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Family Psychotherapy
Buffalo
How Family Psychotherapy Works
in Buffalo, New York
Family therapy and Family counseling is a branch of psychotherapy that focuses on the actions and behaviors of family members, and how the actions and behaviors affect the rest of the family unit. The family as a whole and the relationships held between certain family members are addressed.
Some examples of areas that Family therapy involve:
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Anxiety
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Children’s behavior
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Couple’s conflict
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Depression
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Distress
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Drug abuse
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Eldercare
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Eating disorders
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Grief
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Schizophrenia
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Weight issues
Family Counseling in Buffalo, NY. - What To Expect
The first meeting will begin with introductions by the family and the psychotherapist. This meeting is essentially the “get to know you,” session. I will be gather information and find out the reasons that you have chosen to take part in family therapy and find out the opinions of everyone involved within the family unit. Then I will outline the goals of the therapy sessions, the items to consider when in and out of sessions, and who should attend the sessions.
As the sessions progress, you will begin to identify the individual roles within the family unit, and what triggers the conflicts and challenges that arise within the family. I will then help you explore options and provide resources to resolve issues in a constructive manner.
When it comes to finding a trusted Buffalo Psychotherapist, look no further than Dr. Stephen Shainbart. With a wealth of experience and top-tier education, Dr. Shainbart brings a compassionate and knowledgeable approach to his practice. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Cornell University and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Fordham University. His extensive training includes a four-year program in Psychoanalysis at the prestigious William Alanson White Institute.
Dr. Shainbart is adept in a wide range of therapeutic areas, making him a Psychologist Buffalo, NY can trust as an ideal choice for those seeking help with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and PTSD. His expertise extends to relationship and family therapy, LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy, and grief counseling. If you're navigating personal growth or life transitions, Dr. Shainbart's personalized and empathetic approach will support you every step of the way.