Family Therapy with Adult Children

Family relationships have changed.

There seems to be a communication breakdown, and maybe it’s a generational or cultural gap or trouble adjusting to life’s natural transitions.

After going to college or an engagement, marriage, or adding a new baby to the family, the transitions between each stage have ruffled many feathers. There’s more distance than ever when a connection is needed the most.

There used to be a closeness and connection that was so special and unique that it meant the world.

More misunderstanding, built-up anger, and even resentment prevents joyful connection. There’s tension at family gatherings, disagreements, and daily gossip in the way of authentic communication and connection.

Therapy can help parents and adult children reconnect.

I offer family therapy for adult children (18 years and older) and their parents to facilitate better communication, increased connection, and a flowing family dynamic.

Parents often offer their love to their adult children in ways that do not align with what is actually needed. For example, maybe the parents are offering financial assistance, but what the adult child actually needs is more presence and quality time.

Parents may feel that their adult children aren’t grateful or appreciative of all the sacrifices made to raise them.

Misunderstanding sets in, anger and resentment can build, and effective communication can go out the window.

I work with families who want to participate in a therapeutic conversation of helping the family heal and move past whatever obstacles prevent genuine connection today.

I also provide family therapy to parents, or adult children, without the rest of the family, being present since this can also be effective when looking at the family through a systems lens.

Some minor adjustments can make a difference.

There’s a lot of stigma right now about parents receiving blame for all their adult children’s problems. I don’t see it that way at all. And yet we don’t live in a vacuum.

So as parents, if you want a better relationship with your adult children, minor adjustments may be required to have positive results. And the same goes for the adult children. If the adult children love and care about their relationship with their parents, then it is their job to speak to them in a way they can receive.

Unknowingly, much guilt, shame, and blame can come into family dynamics. I help you release all of that so that you can communicate and connect with love. Family dinners and get togethers won’t be perfect, but you can now look forward to them, knowing there is an open line of communication when differences come up or when hard topics need to be discussed.

Call or text (305) 850-8804 to discuss how Family Therapy can help end intergenerational trauma and heal your family today.