Family Therapy for Families of Clients in Adult Mental Health Treatment Programs
Clients who come to Skyland Trail are committing to challenging work. Recovery is a complex process of learning, practicing, stretching and building trust and confidence. Families of clients also have hard work ahead. When caring for a person struggling with mental illness, the family system can be severely affected. Families are often exhausted, anxious, frustrated and very concerned by the time they reach Skyland Trail. Family roles have become confusing, and family members often don't know how to best support a loved one's recovery.
Family therapy is the opportunity for the family system to make essential adjustments that will help sustain a client’s recovery. Working with the family therapist, the family can start to resolve issues that have become complicated while managing the overwhelming impact of mental illness. Families also find ways to adjust to support every family member’s health.
We encourage all families to participate in family therapy as part of their loved one’s treatment journey. Family therapy is a vital component of the healing process, and most families typically engage in five sessions. Families may participate remotely online.
For questions about family therapy or scheduling information, please contact Clara Light, 678-686-5957, clight@skylandtrail.org.
Family Therapy at Skyland Trail
Skyland Trail's Family Psychologist Dr. Carlyle Bruce explains the importance of Family Therapy in a client's recovery.