Family Counseling
The decision to pursue family counseling can be challenging. There are many factors to consider like should your family go, what will it be like, is this right for us, and who is the right counselor. At Redlands Christian Counseling, we want you and your family to feel comfortable as you consider family counseling.
We understand it is not an easy decision. That is why we put together some common questions and honest answers about family counseling. If you’re in the Redlands, California area and you are considering family counseling, we are here to help.
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(424) 438-2888
Family counseling can help every family that is willing to come and pursue counseling. Whether you are facing a current issue, dealing with something from the past, or just looking to improve relationship and communication, family counseling can help your family.
If you are not sure if you need family counseling, the best way to find out is to give it a try. When you come to Redlands Christian Counseling to meet with a counselor, we can help you understand why you are there and what the potential benefits are for your family in pursuing counseling.
Family counseling can look different for different people. To truly answer this question, think about who you are bringing to family counseling. There is counseling available for every scenario you may be facing. The key to family counseling is that it’s for a family, but it is important to understand that it does not mean your whole family needs to come.
Family counseling can be for:
- Your whole nuclear family.
- Part of your nuclear family.
- The parents and one child.
- Blended families.
- Divorced families.
- Extended family.
- Friend groups.
There are many ways family counseling can look. The only qualifier is that it is for a group of people who care about one another and want to talk about the interfamilial issues they are facing. Whether you are considering family counseling for two parents and their children or a grandparent and grandchild or any other configuration, we are here to help.
Sometimes you are dealing with specific issues that don’t involve the family. If you want to come alone, individual counseling might be a better fit. If you are looking to discuss issues specific to your marriage, consider marriage counseling. The staff at Redlands Christian Counseling can help you choose the right counseling and the right counselor for your needs.
Family counseling provides a safe space for your family to address issues with a trained professional. The added benefit of Redlands Christian Counseling is that the counselors in our office offer this support from a Christian perspective.
It can be for whatever you and your family need. Some families pursue family counseling because they are facing a specific problem or relationship issue. Others simply want to improve communication. Some examples of things people pursue family counseling for include:
- Moving to a new place.
- Adding a family member.
- Losing a family member.
- Separation/divorce.
- Blending families.
- Emotional, physical, or sexual abuse.
- Unresolved or repeated conflict.
- Medical conditions.
- Addiction of a family member.
- Self-harm.
- Suicidal thoughts/attempts.
- Disordered eating.
- Faith differences.
- Discipline issues.
- Past trauma.
- New trauma.
- Mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and OCD.
- Learning issues.
- Behavior issues.
- Problems in school.
- Substance use.
The list of possibilities is as diverse as the people that come to counseling. Addressing your family’s specific needs is our priority.
Your family will meet with a counselor in our office. The space is comfortable and quiet, offering ways for each family member to feel as comfortable as possible. Our initial meetings will focus on getting to know each of you and understanding why you are coming for counseling. As we progress, we will use various methods to address any issues that come up and help you meet your goals.
Sessions last for fifty minutes to one hour, and we typically meet weekly. This can be for just a few sessions or several months depending on your needs.
Finding the right counselor doesn’t need to be overwhelming. You can begin by looking up information on our website about our counselors to understand more about them and their areas of specialty. Additionally, our office staff can help you learn more.
The best way to find the right counselor is often to begin meeting with someone, see how it feels, and decide from there.
Remember, we are here for you.
The counselors in our office are committed to helping you and your family. Reach out today to learn how we can support you and the specific needs of your family.
Get connected with a Christian Counselor
Contact our reception team at
(424) 438-2888