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Family Counselling

Some families may appear perfect to the outside world, but there are very few that don't have some issues that could use help from a little therapy. Family counselling is something that many families don't consider when problems arise, thinking it's better to "keep it in the family." The problem with this approach is that small problems may turn into large ones as time passes. Even if a family doesn't live together anymore, there are times when family counselling may be able to help avert family members avoiding each other for years at a time. Whatever the exact issue a family is facing, there are many ways that this specialized type of psychotherapy can be useful.

How Family Counselling Can Help

Here are some of the basic ways that online family counselling can benefit a family.


  • Cognitive therapy - Sometimes, just being aware of a problem is enough to be able to put something in place to fix it.
  • Communication problems - Families that have difficulties communicating with each other effectively can learn how to listen and better communicate needs and wants.
  • Sibling rivalry - When brothers, sisters, or both begin fighting for long periods of time, it can have a serious negative effect on the whole family. Counseling can help siblings recognize and deal with rivalries that may exist as the cause is identified. 
  • Behavioral therapy - Learning to change automatic responses to situations and being able to control behaviors can help a family get along better.

As you can see, there are quite a few ways that family counseling can assist. Now that you know how it can help, here is closer look at how we can help with online family counseling.

Family Counselling Online

Here at Mentaline.com, we understand that the world is hectic and fast paced, with many families not having the time to effectively deal with issues and problems that may arise. This is why we offer online family counselling. Whatever the exact trouble a family is having, this specialized type of psychotherapy can help entire families learn how to work better together, which can result in a happier and healthier household. By offering this guidance and support online, the therapists on Mentaline.com are able to help modern families no matter how busy their schedule might be. These highly skilled therapists specialize in all the issues and difficulties that modern families typically face. No matter the exact details, family counseling can help a family become closer.

Definition of Family Counselling

Family counselling is a type of therapy that can help families with any of the issues they may be facing. Different families may have different needs when it comes to family counselling, but there are many tips and techniques that can help families get along better.

Symptoms of / Reasons for Family Counselling

  • Better communication
  • Less fighting
  • Stronger family relationships

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Julia Jude
Julia Jude

Julia Jude

London
Psychotherapist
About me

I am a qualified psychotherapist and I abide by the code of ethics of UKCP and my accrediting organisation. I work with both individuals and families.

Specialties
    » Symptoms
    • Better communication
    • Less fighting
    • Stronger family relationships

    » Definition Family counselling is a type of therapy that can help families with any of the issues they may be facing. Different families may have different needs when it comes to family counselling, but there are many tips and techniques that can help families get along better.
    » Symptoms
    • Avoiding intimacy
    • Lack of communication
    • Stress
    • Anxiety
    • Constant arguing
    • Inability to resolve conflicts
    • Fights that last for days, weeks or months

    » Definition Relationship problems are situations and difficulties that have a negative effect on the short and long term success of an intimate relationship. Both therapy and coaching are recommended to help with learning how to better deal with all sorts of relationship problems.
    » Symptoms
    • Anxiety
    • Post traumatic stress disorder
    • A severe reaction to being chastised or scolded
    • Dissociation
    • One person completely controlling another
    • Unexplained marks or bruises on the body
    • Repeated injuries that cannot be explained
    • Limping, broken bones, or bruising

    » Definition Abuse is the mistreatment or harm (physical or mental) done to another person over a period of time. Therapy can help a person learn to deal with all the issues that come with long term abuse.
    » Symptoms
    • A lack of physical needs like food, shelter, or clothing
    • A lack of emotional needs being met – chronic indifference or ignorance
    • A lack of proper medical care
    • A lack of proper educational resources
    • A lack of proper and safe supervision

    » Definition Child neglect is defined as the failure of a parent or guardian of a child to safeguard that child’s emotional and physical health as well as their general well-being.
    » Symptoms
    • An excess of anger that can lash out at any time
    • Often not understanding why you are angry about something
    • Being unable to focus your anger to appropriate parties

    » Definition Anger management is the process of controlling one’s anger through therapeutic techniques and exercises.
    » Symptoms
    • Confusion
    • Avoiding thoughts about the event
    • Avoiding people related to the event
    • Avoiding places related to the event
    • Dissociative problems
    • Panic attacks
    • Detachment
    • Selective amnesia

    » Definition Acute stress disorder (related to posttraumatic stress disorder) is an anxiety disorder that affects a person after a major, traumatic event in their life. Treatment for acute stress disorder is available with psychotherapy and counseling.
Prices
First session 38 GBP
Normal price (60 min.) 50 GBP
You save 13 GBP
Therapy Session
(60 min.)
38 GBP
Caroline Connolly
Caroline Connolly

Caroline Connolly

London
Coach
About me

Hello and a warm welcome to my profile page, my name is Caroline, I am a 44 year old professional who recently qualified as a Life Coach.

Specialties
    » Symptoms
    • Calling in sick to work
    • Dreading going to work every day
    • Verbal lashing out at co-workers or bosses
    • Insomnia 
    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Substance abuse
    • Burnout or breakdown

    » Definition Work stress is an intense emotional strain caused primarily by matter with a person's job. Because having a career - or even just a job - is so important, learning to deal with work stress is important so that it does not interfere with a person's ability to do their job.
    » Symptoms
    • Nonverbal communication skills
    • Verbal communication skills
    • Public speaking
    • Making the sale or negotiation
    • Managing time
    • Starting a business
    • Improving performance
    • Being a better manager

    » Definition Business coaching is counseling that is directed toward helping a person achieve more in the business world. There are many specific areas that a business coach can help, but business coaching is recommended for those who want to accomplish more in their career.
    » Symptoms
    • Too much work
    • Too much partying
    • Stress
    • Exhaustion
    • Interpersonal problems

    » Definition Achieving a proper balance between work and life is an important method to achieve happiness. Life coaching can help a person learn techniques and principles that will help with balancing life and work.
    » Symptoms
    • Avoiding intimacy
    • Lack of communication
    • Stress
    • Anxiety
    • Constant arguing
    • Inability to resolve conflicts
    • Fights that last for days, weeks or months

    » Definition Relationship problems are situations and difficulties that have a negative effect on the short and long term success of an intimate relationship. Both therapy and coaching are recommended to help with learning how to better deal with all sorts of relationship problems.
    » Symptoms
    • Not worrying about bills
    • Not living paycheck to paycheck
    • Getting out of debt
    • Less stress about money

    » Definition Financial freedom refers to being able to comfortably take care of needs and wants without having to worry about money. For some financial freedom may just mean getting out of debt and being able to make an honest living while for others it may mean achieving financial success to enjoy the finer things in life.
    » Symptoms
    • Better relationship
    • Guided communication
    • Neutral person to mediate

    » Definition Relationship counseling is used to help a couple learn to deal with many relationship problems that may arise during a long term relationship. While the reasons couples decide to get relationship counseling may differ, when taken seriously, it can help everyone involved.
Prices
Coaching
(60 min.)
50 GBP
Laurence Duffy
Laurence Duffy

Laurence Duffy

Ilford | Age: 58
Psychotherapist , Coach , Counsellor/Therapist
About me

I am a Therapist committed to working with you to resolve and heal the experiences that cause pain and suffering and thereby block you in living your life to the full and reaching your true potential.

Specialties
    » Symptoms
    • Anxiety
    • Post traumatic stress disorder
    • A severe reaction to being chastised or scolded
    • Dissociation
    • One person completely controlling another
    • Unexplained marks or bruises on the body
    • Repeated injuries that cannot be explained
    • Limping, broken bones, or bruising

    » Definition Abuse is the mistreatment or harm (physical or mental) done to another person over a period of time. Therapy can help a person learn to deal with all the issues that come with long term abuse.
    » Symptoms
    • Avoiding intimacy
    • Lack of communication
    • Stress
    • Anxiety
    • Constant arguing
    • Inability to resolve conflicts
    • Fights that last for days, weeks or months

    » Definition Relationship problems are situations and difficulties that have a negative effect on the short and long term success of an intimate relationship. Both therapy and coaching are recommended to help with learning how to better deal with all sorts of relationship problems.
    » Symptoms
    • An excess of anger that can lash out at any time
    • Often not understanding why you are angry about something
    • Being unable to focus your anger to appropriate parties

    » Definition Anger management is the process of controlling one’s anger through therapeutic techniques and exercises.
    » Symptoms
    • Interviewing
    • Writing a resume
    • Setting career goals
    • Switching careers
    • Entering the workforce

    » Definition Career coaching is help that focuses on assisting a person with work and career related issues. While similar to other forms of counseling, it specifically deals with work related issues.
    » Symptoms
    • Sleep disturbances
    • Muscle tension
    • Headaches
    • Stomach trouble
    • Fatigue
    • Nervousness
    • Anxiety
    • Overeating
    • Loss of energy and enthusiasm
    • Mood changes

    » Definition Stress is an emotional strain on the mind that is caused by both physical and emotional problems in life. While everyone deals with stress in slightly different ways, treatment with psychotherapy is recommended.
    » Symptoms
    • Personal problems
    • Work problems
    • Relationship problems
    • Health and fitness help
    • Romance and love assistance
    • Learning to control debt
    • Low self-image and self-esteem

    » Definition Life coaching is a process in which people assist others in learning how to set and achieve specific goals in life. There are many areas that life coaching may prove useful in a person's life.
Prices
15 minute Consultation session
(45 min.)
20 GBP
Malcolm Brookes
Malcolm Brookes

Malcolm Brookes

Lancing
Counsellor/Therapist
About me

I am an Accredited Christian Counsellor and Supervisor with over 2000 hours of face to face counselling. I provide a safe and non-judgemental, confidential counselling service, have continuous professional development and am fully insured.

Specialties
    » Symptoms
    • Avoiding intimacy
    • Lack of communication
    • Stress
    • Anxiety
    • Constant arguing
    • Inability to resolve conflicts
    • Fights that last for days, weeks or months

    » Definition Relationship problems are situations and difficulties that have a negative effect on the short and long term success of an intimate relationship. Both therapy and coaching are recommended to help with learning how to better deal with all sorts of relationship problems.
    » Symptoms
    • Concentration problems
    • Bad judgment or trouble making decisions
    • Fatigue and a general decrease of energy
    • Feelings of guilt and/or worthlessness
    • Extreme pessimism
    • Insomnia
    • Excessive sleeping
    • Irritability
    • Loss of interest in sex
    • Loss of interest in life
    • Eating problems
    • Physical pains
    • Suicidal thoughts
    • Suicide attempts

    » Definition Depression is defined as a mental state that causes extreme sadness, pessimism, and a loss of interest in life. Symptoms of depression include sleep problems, uncontrollable crying, loss of interest in life, as well as other physical and mental signs. Counseling and therapy are two recommended ways to get help with depression. While depression is a normal human state of mind, when it lasts for a long time or is very intense, it may be a sign of bigger problems.
    » Symptoms
    • Better relationship
    • Guided communication
    • Presence of a neutral person

    » Definition Marriage counselling is a type of psychotherapy that can assist a couple in having a more fulfilling marriage. For married couple who want to save their marriage, this type of counselling may prove useful for saving the marriage. Others may use marriage counselling before a problem appears in order to better ensure a happy and healthy relationship.
    » Symptoms
    • Increasing professional knowledge
    • Overseeing professional development
    • Learning to listen to feedback from clients or patients and respond to it
    • Practicing effective communication with peers

    » Definition Supervision, as used for therapists and life coaches, is the practice of having a supervisor in order to improve the level of service offered by mentoring, coaching, and psychotherapy. While supervision has been around for a while in other fields, it is relatively new in the mental health field.
Prices
First session 30 GBP
Normal price (60 min.) 40 GBP
You save 10 GBP
Counselling Session
(60 min.)
30 GBP
John Burke
John Burke

John Burke

Glasgow
Counsellor/Therapist
About me

I am a counsellor/therapist specialising in stress, anxiety, bereavement, depression, addiction, work isues and personal relationships. I also specialise in Well Being and Mindfulness training.

Specialties
    » Symptoms
    • Low self-confidence
    • Low self-worth
    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Withdrawal

    » Definition A person with a low self-esteem may be unable to lead a full and healthy life because of their problems with self-image and self-worth. Whatever the cause of the self-esteem issues, a life coach can help by providing practical tips and advice on how to overcome low self-esteem.
    » Symptoms
    • Denial
    • Disbelief
    • Confusion
    • Anger 
    • Humiliation
    • Shock 
    • Sadness
    • Yearning
    • Despair
    • Guilt

    » Definition Losing a spouse refers to losing a partner in life. No matter the length of the union, this can be a very difficult period for many people. This is why therapy is recommended to help deal with all that comes with losing a spouse.
    » Symptoms
    • Pain with no visible and discernible cause
    • Depression and anxiety
    • Reluctance to participate in social events
    • Drug abuse
    • A lack of ability to focus

    » Definition Chronic pain is any pain that extends beyond the expected healing time, or a persistent pain that is present for more than six months.
    » Symptoms
    • Guilt
    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Sleeping problems
    • Denial

    » Definition Losing a parent can be a very emotional and traumatic experience, no matter the relationship between a child and parent at the time of the parent's death. Because of this, therapy is recommended to help people deal with the issues that come with losing a parent.
    » Symptoms
    • Calling in sick to work
    • Dreading going to work every day
    • Verbal lashing out at co-workers or bosses
    • Insomnia 
    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Substance abuse
    • Burnout or breakdown

    » Definition Work stress is an intense emotional strain caused primarily by matter with a person's job. Because having a career - or even just a job - is so important, learning to deal with work stress is important so that it does not interfere with a person's ability to do their job.
    » Symptoms
    • Chronic depressions
    • Anxiety
    • Post traumatic stress disorder
    • A severe reaction to being chastised or scolded
    • Dissociation
    • One person completely controlling another

    » Definition Emotional abuse is the repeated and purposeful exposure of one person to psychological acts of aggression by another.
Prices
First session 30 GBP
Normal price (60 min.) 40 GBP
You save 10 GBP
Counselling Session
(60 min.)
30 GBP
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