At Transformations by the Gulf, our family therapy sessions are supportive forums where loved ones can work together, resolve conflicts, and learn how to better support each other.

As a component of addiction treatment, family therapy sessions typically include the individual who is receiving care and a small group of people who are close to them.

Family sessions are not exclusively limited to people who are related to each other. Family sessions may also involve unmarried partners, trusted friends, and others who play an important role in the life of the person who is receiving treatment.

Family therapy in St. Pete Beach is a personalized experience; every family has a unique history and a specific set of challenges and concerns.

• The therapist who leads the family session can help participants process their experiences and resolve their anger, frustration, or other negative emotions.
• Family therapy sessions should be informative and supportive for all. Participants should feel free to ask questions if they don’t understand a particular approach or concept.

Family therapy is not a standalone solution. It is one part of a multifaceted effort to help a person achieve recovery and improve the lives of those who have been impacted by the disease of addiction. This effort will continue long after the family therapy sessions have concluded and the person’s time in treatment has ended. With the guidance of an experienced professional, sessions may include topics such as:

1. Learning about the disease of addiction, treatment, and the recovery process.
2. Processing how participants have been affected by their loved one’s struggles with substance abuse.
3. Addressing conflicts or other concerns that may have prevented the participants from relating to each other in a more effective manner.
4. Developing healthier communication skills
5. Understanding how to support the individual who is receiving care both during and after their time in treatment.

People who participate in group therapy at St. Pete Beach may benefit in many ways, including:

1. Realizing that they may need additional therapy or counseling to address these concerns.
2. Identifying specific changes they can make in order to live a healthier and more satisfying life.
3. Communicating more effectively with the people who are most important to them.
4. Receiving personalized feedback and guidance from an experienced professional.
5. Gaining vital insights into addiction and its effect on family systems
6. Understanding what their loved one was experiencing while they were in active addiction.
7. Understanding what their loved one was experiencing while they were in active addiction.
8. Having a safe and supportive place to discuss how they have been impacted by their loved one’s struggles.