Family therapy online to help you understand each other again
Tension at the dinner table, conversations that end in slammed doors, or a family that's stopped really talking. When things go wrong at home, everyone feels it. Family therapy online brings you together with a trained therapist, even if you live in different places, to find a better way forward.
- Qualified, vetted therapists
- Evening & weekend sessions
- Join from different homes
It's not about blaming one person
Family therapy is a type of counselling that works with the family as a whole, rather than just one person. It's based on a simple idea: families are connected, so when one person is struggling, it affects everyone, and everyone has a part to play in things getting better.
That's why family therapy isn't about finding out who's at fault. Often one person gets labelled as the problem, the angry teenager or the parent who's always stressed. A family therapist looks at what's happening between you all, not just inside one person.
Sessions give every member of the family a chance to speak and be listened to, including the quieter ones. That alone can shift things more than people expect.
Working together as a team
Family therapy works best when everyone sees themselves as on the same side, facing the problem together rather than facing each other.
Hearing every voice
The therapist makes sure everyone gets a turn, and that nobody dominates. Children and young people are included in ways that suit their age.
Seeing the patterns
Families fall into habits, like who steps in during rows or who keeps the peace. Noticing these patterns makes it possible to change them.
Improving communication
Learning to say what you feel and need without attacking, and to listen without getting defensive.
Building on strengths
Every family has things that work. Therapy helps you find them and use them more, instead of only focusing on what's gone wrong.
Online family therapy, wherever you are
Family sessions take place by secure video and last 75 minutes, giving everyone enough time to be heard. You can all sit together in one room, or join from different homes. That makes family therapy possible for adult children who've moved away, separated parents, or relatives living in another part of the country.
It starts with a message to us. We'll call back at a time that suits you, hear a little about what's happening and match your family with a qualified therapist who has been personally interviewed by our founder, Kay. Your therapist will explain how sessions work, including confidentiality, in the first meeting.
Starting is simpler than you think
Reaching out is often the hardest part. From there, we'll guide you through each step.
Get in touch
Fill in our short contact form and tell us the best time to call. Share as much or as little as you like.
We'll call you
We'll ring at the time you chose for a relaxed, no-pressure chat about what's going on and what you'd like help with.
Start your sessions
We'll match you with a therapist who suits you and send a secure video link. Then you just log on.
Questions about family therapy online
Not necessarily. It helps to have the people most involved in the difficulty, but family therapy can still be useful if someone isn't ready to join. Your therapist can talk with you about who to include and when.
Yes. Each person can log in from wherever they are, on a laptop, tablet or phone. This works well for families spread across different towns, or where parents have separated.
Yes. Children and young people can take part, and the therapist will adapt sessions to suit their age. Get in touch to talk about your child's age and needs. You might also like to read about our online child counselling.
It can help the whole family cope, understand each other and support the person who's struggling. It works alongside any treatment that person is getting from their GP or specialist services, rather than replacing it.
That's normal, and your therapist is trained to handle it. They'll slow things down, make sure people are listening and keep the session safe. Strong feelings are often a sign you're getting to what matters.
Family sessions last 75 minutes. You'll find our current prices on our fees page.
Let's find a way forward as a family
Send us a message and we'll get back to you within 24 hours to arrange a call at a time that suits you.
Opening hours
- Monday – Friday9:00 – 20:00
- Saturday10:00 – 15:00
- Sunday10:00 – 15:00
We can't offer crisis support. If you're in danger or feel unable to keep yourself safe, call 999 or go to A&E. You can call Samaritans free, day or night, on 116 123, or NHS 111 (option 2 for mental health). See our crisis support page for more.