FAMILY COUNSELOR
Family Counselor

Family Counselor Serving Wilmington, NC

Family counseling aims to promote better relationships and deeper understanding within the structure of a family. My role is to provide a safe place where all parties involved can learn to communicate more effectively. Often, the growth associated with therapy requires learning and practicing new methods of communication and behavior. While changing learned behaviors and habits is difficult, I will act as your coach and support throughout the transition.

In addition to coaching, I frequently work with the family to reflect on incorporating more mindful communication into their relationships. Because of this, family counseling is often as much encouragement as it is instruction and effort. 

In fact, family counseling often helps all parties involved learn new and useful ways to communicate, slowly replacing the old habits that led to disagreement and conflict. As the professional in the room, I will often offer observations that aim to point out where communication can be improved, especially when it might be bringing more negativity into the daily lives of children involved. 

When it comes to family counseling, children often need a safe space to express themselves without judgment, expectation or anger. This is a benefit that incorporating a professional can bring, offering a less stressful environment at home and a space to share concerns respectfully. Children may see our sessions as a way to discuss the patterns they see at home and are concerned about without facing the feeling of being unheard, which may happen at home. If you're looking for a reliable family counselor in Wilmington, NC, contact me today!

When to Seek Help from a Family Counselor

Deciding to turn to a family counselor for your family struggles is a big step and choosing the right therapist can take some time and effort. When your family is struggling to solve problems or the problems seem too big to handle within your family circle, our team can help. Seeking a family counselor is an important step to building your family back. If your family is experiencing any of the following struggles, we can help- 
  • Family members are experiencing extreme emotional reactions including excessive sadness, ​depression, anger, or fear.
  • The communication is broken.
  • Family member is feeling helpless/at the end of their rope.
  • Changes in children's behavior at home or school.
  • Family members are withdrawn/secluded.
  • Family members are feeling drained.
  • Violence or threat of violence.
  • Traumatic experience within the family. 
  • Substance abuse problems.
  • Eating disorders.
Contact the team at Ralph W. Fox II, Ph.D. today for more information or to set up an appointment. We even offer virtual counseling sessions if that fits your schedule better.

Objective & Fair Mediation

I can also act as the moderator in family counseling. As your counselor, I will ensure that every member of the family involved is given a fair platform to express concerns, frustrations or anxieties. I may also identify one or more individuals who may benefit from seeking additional therapeutic guidance for the wellbeing of themselves and their family.

Often, the personal conflict facing one individual can take a toll on their entire familial system. If you feel your family might benefit from family counseling in Wilmington, NC, why not give me a call and find out more?
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