Family Therapy in Salt Lake City

Family life can be full of love, but it can also come with challenges. Sometimes families face conflict, stress, or changes that feel overwhelming. That’s when Family Therapy in Salt Lake City can help.

Family therapy is a way for families to come together in a safe, supportive space. Here, you can work through communication issues, relationship dynamics, family roles, and emotional wounds. It helps parents, children, teens, and couples understand each other better, build coping skills, and create healthier patterns.

Our therapists in the Salt Lake Valley use proven approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS psychodynamic), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT Clinic). We also integrate trauma-informed care, Somatic Psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and other methods to support your family’s unique needs.

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Why Families Choose Therapy

Building Stronger Connections

Families often seek therapy when they feel stuck in cycles of conflict, disconnection, or silence. Family systems therapy looks at the whole family and how each person affects the others. By exploring family dynamics, attachment needs, and family roles, therapy creates new ways to relate and connect.

Support During Stressful Events

Life transitions such as divorce, remarriage, loss of a loved one, or a move can put strain on a family. Grief and loss, stressful events, and traumatic experiences can affect everyone differently. Family therapy offers a path to healing where each person’s voice is valued.

Help with Mental Health Issues

Sometimes, a mental health condition like bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, or substance abuse creates challenges in the home. Therapy sessions give families tools to better support one another, manage symptoms, and build resilience.

What to Expect in Family Therapy Sessions

Safe and Inclusive Space

Our goal is to create a safe environment where every family member feels heard. Therapy sessions usually last 50–60 minutes and are designed for your family’s needs. We encourage open conversations, helping each person share without judgment.

Approaches We Use

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for addressing negative thought patterns.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for learning coping skills and staying present.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for improving bonds and reducing conflict.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) with trained dialectical behavior therapists to support emotional regulation.
Trauma Therapy including Somatic Psychotherapy, Trauma Recovery, and Trauma-Informed Mental Health Therapy.
Gottman Couples Method for couples and family counseling.
Jungian Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS) for deeper understanding of family roles and histories.
Play Therapy and Teen Counseling for younger family members.

We may also include Certified Therapy Dogs, social skills groups, or teen groups when appropriate.

Online and Telehealth Counseling

We know it’s not always easy to meet in person. That’s why we also offer telehealth counseling services, virtual counseling, and virtual couples therapy. Families can connect with their therapist from the comfort of their home in Salt Lake City or nearby areas.

Areas Family Therapy Can Help

Communication skills and conflict resolution
Blended family dynamics and parenting support
Substance abuse and addiction recovery
Behavioral problems in children and teens
Domestic violence and healing relationships
Sexual addiction and emotional health
Suicide prevention and emotional well-being
Grief and loss processing
Attachment issues and emotional intimacy
Faith transitions such as LDS faith crisis
Stressful events and family transitions

Specialized Family Counseling Services

Couples and Family Counseling

Relationships within couples often affect the whole family system. With approaches like Couples Therapy, Gottman Couples Method, and Emotionally Focused Therapy, couples can rebuild trust and strengthen bonds.

Teen and Child Support

For teens facing behavioral health issues, emotional wounds, or social struggles, we provide Teen Counseling, Teen Groups, and Play Therapy. These sessions encourage expression, coping, and growth.

Addiction and Recovery Support

Families often struggle when a loved one faces substance abuse, sexual addiction, or other behavioral health issues. Therapy offers guidance and coping strategies to support both the individual and the family. We also work with addiction recovery, outpatient programs, and behavioral health professionals.

Trauma-Informed Family Care

Families affected by domestic violence, traumatic experiences, or grief and loss can find healing through Trauma Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, and trauma-informed care. We honor each person’s story and help restore safety and trust within the family.

Psychiatric Medical Services

When needed, therapy may be combined with psychiatric medical services, including medication support for mental health disorders. Our holistic care addresses both emotional and medical needs.

Family Therapy and Healing Relationships

Every family has its own story, challenges, and strengths. Our work is grounded in the belief that families can grow, repair, and thrive together. Whether you’re navigating conflict, facing a mental health disorder, healing from trauma, or looking to strengthen family relationships, therapy provides the tools and support you need.

We welcome all families, including those facing faith transitions, addiction, grief, emotional wounds, or behavioral health struggles. With compassion and skill, our therapists guide families toward healing, emotional health, and stronger bonds.

Take the First Step Toward Healing

If your family is ready to work through challenges and strengthen your relationships, now is the time to reach out. With expert therapists in Salt Lake City, you can begin building healthier connections and finding peace at home.

Call today for a phone consultation or schedule with our intake coordinator to start your journey toward healing.

Family therapy is a type of mental health service that helps families improve communication, resolve conflicts, and build healthier relationships.
Most therapy sessions last between 50–60 minutes, depending on your family’s needs and the therapist’s approach.
Yes. Family therapy supports both the individual facing substance abuse or sexual addiction and their loved ones. It teaches coping skills and strengthens family support.
Yes. We provide telehealth sessions, virtual counseling, and virtual couples therapy, making it easy for families across the Salt Lake Valley to access care.
Family therapy helps with mental health conditions, behavioral problems, grief and loss, trauma recovery, conflict resolution, parenting challenges, and relationship dynamics.