Family & Parent Support at Wellspring: Nurturing Connections, Fostering Resilience

Our therapeutic approaches are tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients, drawing from evidence-based practices and personalized interventions. We empower families to develop practical tools for managing challenges and fostering resilience through cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness techniques. We prioritize collaboration and transparency, ensuring that each client feels heard, respected, and empowered on their journey toward healing and growth. Our therapists utilize a strengths-based approach, guiding clients in identifying and leveraging their inherent resources to achieve meaningful change.

What to Expect in Family Therapy

• Initial Assessment: We’ll discuss your family’s unique challenges and goals
• Customized Treatment Plan: Together, we’ll create a plan tailored to your family’s needs
• Regular Sessions: Typically weekly, involving all relevant family members
• Homework and Skill-Building: Practice new communication and problem-solving techniques at home
• Progress Evaluation: Regular check-ins to assess improvement and adjust our approach as needed

Success Stories: Families Transformed

“Emily and David felt like they were constantly walking on eggshells around their 5-year-old son, Jason, trying to avoid his daily tantrums and defiant behavior whenever they attempted to set boundaries. Recently, Jason’s tantrums had become more aggressive, prompting Emily and David to seek support through parent coaching.

With guidance from a therapist using Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) techniques, Emily and David learned to build a positive, nurturing relationship with Jason while developing effective discipline strategies to respond calmly without resorting to yelling or punishment. After just a few sessions, they noticed significant changes—Jason became more cooperative during play, and his tantrums decreased dramatically.
PCIT helped Emily and David regain confidence in their parenting approach, creating a calmer home environment and deepening their connection with Jason.”

“Jack and Sara sought family therapy because they were concerned about their 16-year-old daughter, Zoe. She was refusing to follow house rules, and her grades were slipping. Although Zoe was hesitant about individual therapy, she agreed to participate in family therapy with her parents.
In the initial sessions, the focus was on improving family communication and reducing arguments. The family therapist introduced effective communication skills, which the family practiced in sessions and at home. Jack and Sara learned to collaborate with Zoe to gradually offer her more independence within age-appropriate boundaries. Meanwhile, Zoe learned to express her need for greater trust and support from her parents.
After ten sessions, the family experienced a renewed connection and spent more positive time together. Zoe also felt motivated to take responsibility for her schoolwork.”