Family therapy is a form of therapeutic intervention specifically designed to address issues affecting the health and functioning of a family. This type of therapy can help a family overcome a difficult moment, navigate major changes, or manage mental health or behavioral issues within the family.
In family therapy or family counseling, the patient is a group, and the term “family” does not necessarily refer to biological relationships. In this context, family refers to any person who plays a long-term supportive role in someone’s life.