Family Therapy

Family therapy is about more than just resolving conflict—it's about building stronger connections, improving communication, and creating a healthier family dynamic. Families are made up of unique individuals, and it’s natural for each person to bring their own emotions, needs, and challenges to the table. In family therapy, we address these complexities in a compassionate, non-judgmental space where everyone has a chance to be heard.

I use a combination of powerful therapeutic modalities, including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help you understand the emotional patterns that may be causing distance or frustration. Through Narrative Therapy, we can rewrite how your family views itself, turning past struggles into a shared story of resilience and growth. Family Systems Theory helps us explore how each family member’s behaviors impact the entire system, guiding us toward better ways of responding to one another.

Whether you're dealing with a significant life change, navigating challenging relationships, or just wanting to improve how you communicate, family therapy can provide the tools you need to grow together. We’ll work to develop healthier communication strategies, create mutual understanding, and establish a stronger emotional connection that will help your family thrive in the long term.

Family is More Than Just Blood

You’ve likely heard the phrase, “blood is thicker than water,” often used to emphasize the importance of family.

But let’s reframe that—family isn’t solely defined by shared genetics. It’s about honoring the connections we choose and the history we create together. Sure, family can be frustrating—no one else knows how to push your buttons quite like they do, whether they’re relatives by blood or by choice.

That’s where I come in. Think of me as your family “whisperer,” helping each person feel truly heard and understood. With my guidance, we’ll work together to foster healthier communication, navigate the challenges of family dynamics, and create the deeper connections you’ve been longing for. Let’s dive into the work and learn how to:

  • Turn Arguments Into Actual Conversations
    (Less yelling, more “Oh, I see your point”—without the eye roll)

  • Untangle Old Patterns That Just Aren’t Working Anymore
    (Because “This is just how we do things” isn’t always a good reason to keep doing them)

  • Help Siblings Fight Less, or at Least Fight Fair
    (No more WWE-style showdowns over who touched whose stuff)

  • Improve Parent-Child Relationships Without Power Struggles
    (So you can guide with connection, not control)

  • Navigate Big Transitions Without Total Chaos
    (Moves, divorces, blending families—big changes don’t have to mean big stress)

  • Work Through Generational Trauma
    (Just because it was normal doesn’t mean it should be)

  • Strengthen Communication Skills Without the Guesswork
    (No more “You should’ve just known!” frustration)

  • Set Healthy Boundaries, Without Guilt or Resentment
    (    Because loving each other shouldn’t mean losing yourself)

  • Repair & Reconnect After Family Stress or Conflict
    (Healing together instead of drifting apart)

  • Create a Family Culture That Feels Good
    (Less “This is exhausting” and more “We’ve got each other”)

You aren’t broken. You deserve therapy that actually understands how your brain works.

Let’s make that happen.

Amy Johnson, LMFTA #MG61606691
amy@jamhandsfamilytherapy.com

“People are just as wonderful as sunsets if you let them be. When I look at a sunset, I don't find myself saying, ‘Soften the orange a bit on the right hand corner.’ I don't try to control a sunset. I watch with awe as it unfolds.”

— Carl Rogers