Family Therapy

At Pacifica Counseling & Psychiatry, we believe that families are living
systems—interconnected, dynamic, and constantly adapting. When one part of the system is overwhelmed, hurting, or changing, the whole family feels it. Our family therapy services are designed to support every member of the household while honoring the unique patterns, roles, and relationships that shape your family’s story. Grounded in family systems therapy, our approach recognizes that lasting change happens not by focusing on one person alone, but by understanding how each individual influences—and is influenced by—the larger system (Bowen, 1978; Minuchin, 1974). In other words, the whole is greater than the sum of its parts, and healing happens when the system strengthens its connections, communication, and flexibility. Whether your family is navigating conflict, adolescence, blended-family transitions, emotional or behavioral concerns, or the day-to-day stressors that come with modern life, our clinicians provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space for growth. We work collaboratively—top-down, parent to child, sibling to sibling—to help each member feel seen, understood, and empowered. We proudly serve diverse family systems from all cultural backgrounds, ensuring that care is respectful, culturally attuned, and shaped by what matters most to your family.

What to Expect in Family Therapy

In family therapy at Pacifica, you can expect to:

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• Strengthen communication and emotional connection across the entire family system

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• Deepen empathy, understanding, and emotional regulation for both parents and children

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• Build healthier patterns of interaction, especially during moments of conflict or transition

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• Explore family roles, boundaries, and expectations in a safe, guided environment

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• Receive support for parenting challenges, blended family dynamics, school or peer concerns, or major life changes

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• Develop individualized and family-wide strategies to promote long-term resilience, flexibility, and trust

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Our therapists integrate systemic, relational, and developmentally informed models to help your family identify patterns that no longer serve you—and create new ones that support connection, growth, and stability.

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Our Commitment

With the flexibility of virtual sessions and the welcoming atmosphere of our two in-person locations, quality care is always within reach. We also offer free consultations to help you find the right therapist for your family.

As a woman-owned practice, we remain deeply committed to inclusivity, respect, and compassionate, evidence-based care. Our mission is simple: to help families strengthen their roots, navigate challenges with confidence, and build healthier, more connected relationships—together.