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DR. KATHY SMOLEWSKA & ASSOCIATES

Family Therapy

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Family therapy is tailored to each family's unique needs and goals, with the aim of fostering healthier relationships and overall well-being. Family members explore patterns of interaction, express their thoughts and feelings, and develop more harmonious ways of relating to one another. Whether facing life transitions, behavioural challenges, or emotional difficulties, family therapy empowers families to build resilience, encourage empathy, and create lasting positive change together.

Areas of Focus:

Communication Skills

By building stronger communication patterns, families can reduce conflict, strengthen their connections, and create a more harmonious home life.

Parenting Strategies

We provide a collaborative setting to help parents build confidence, strengthen their connection with their children, and create a nurturing, structured environment that promotes healthy development and positive family relationships.

Coping with Life Transitions

We provide support and guidance as families navigate significant changes such as divorce, remarriage, relocation, or the arrival of a new family member.

Conflict Resolution

Through guided discussions and skill-building exercises, family members learn to identify the sources of conflict, express their needs, and work toward outcomes that meet everyone's needs.

Relationship Dynamics

We can help family members identify unhelpful cycles, clarify boundaries, and address issues related to trust, respect, and connection. By gaining insight into these dynamics, families can develop healthier ways of relating to one another.

Grief & Loss

We provide a safe, compassionate space where families can work through the effects of trauma, strengthen resilience, and develop healthy ways to express and manage emotions, supporting recovery and well-being in all areas of their lives. 

Cultural & Generational Differences

​Through open dialogue and guided reflection, family members can better understand each other’s perspectives, honor diverse backgrounds, and address misunderstandings that may arise from cultural or age-related differences.

No Wait List:

Our Family Therapist

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MSW, RSW

Clinical Social Worker

Have Any Questions?

If you have questions about our therapy or assessment services, or would like to get in touch, we would love to hear from you! We also welcome you to schedule a free 20-minute Initial Consultation for therapy directly with one of our team members.

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