At times, family relationships can become complicated and may sometimes break down into open hostility between parents, parents and children, or siblings. These can be difficult times, and it may be important to seek out a qualified psychologist to act as a mediator and enable open communication between people experiencing relationship difficulties. Family counselling is beneficial as it helps families work out their differences and see each other’s point of view from a different perspective.

Family therapy helps family members find more constructive ways to organise, function, interact, get along, help, and support each other. Family therapy can also address a wide range of other situations impacting family relationships, such as behavioural issues, eating disorders, drug or alcohol abuse, mental health issues, and other difficulties.

Family therapy is also able to address specific issues that affect the psychological health of the family, such as major life transitions, financial hardship, divorce, or the death of a loved one.

It can be highly important to consult a therapist regarding these matters, as they are often delicate to handle and can have significant outcomes.