Family Counselling
Building Stronger Families Together
Resilient Relationships
Develop strategies that fortify family ties and resilience against life's challenges.
Unified Support
Families learn to tackle issues collectively, reinforcing their support network.
Enhanced Communication
Improve how family members interact, promoting clearer understanding and empathy.
A Healthier Family Dynamic Starts Here
Collaborative Support for Families of All Kinds
At VMA Psych, Family Counselling helps families navigate challenges with understanding, respect, and connection. We provide a compassionate, structured space for all members to feel heard, explore patterns, and build healthier communication—tailored to your family’s unique needs.
Mel
2025-10-22
Dr Murphy is fantastic, and has really helped me
Azieb Goitom
2025-09-12
VMA Psych is truly an amazing place, from the welcoming staff to the incredible hospitality. The atmosphere feels like heaven—calm, soothing music and private offices that make the waiting experience so comfortable. They even treat the kids with candy and chocolate, which makes them feel happy and at ease. Above all, Dr. Murphy is very sympathetic, kind, and compassionate. His support from day one through to the end has been unmatched. I truly recommend VMA Psych to anyone looking for a psychoeducational assessment.
Stacy Joseph
2025-09-08
Amazing, doctor amazing staff. I'm so glad that I found them.
Sorada Prathan
2025-07-19
I recommend VMA Psych based on my experience this is a warm and incredible place. They response time is so fast. They care about the patient. They handle my case professionally. Thus, based on my experience I recommend VMA Psych.
Vincy NB
2025-06-17
We’ve received outstanding services and definitely recommend Dr. Murphy and team.
H Peters
2025-05-21
I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Murphy and his team. They are all compassionate, professional, and most importantly, take the time to educate their clients. Thank you all for your support.
Ashaar Ahmed
2025-03-20
My son has been seeing Dr. Murphy for last year. Dr. Murphy and his staff are wonderful, caring and professional. Exactly what children need. Thank you to all the staff at VMA Psych for their excellent care.
Mel
2025-10-22
Dr Murphy is fantastic, and has really helped me
Azieb Goitom
2025-09-12
VMA Psych is truly an amazing place, from the welcoming staff to the incredible hospitality. The atmosphere feels like heaven—calm, soothing music and private offices that make the waiting experience so comfortable. They even treat the kids with candy and chocolate, which makes them feel happy and at ease. Above all, Dr. Murphy is very sympathetic, kind, and compassionate. His support from day one through to the end has been unmatched. I truly recommend VMA Psych to anyone looking for a psychoeducational assessment.
Stacy Joseph
2025-09-08
Amazing, doctor amazing staff. I'm so glad that I found them.
Sorada Prathan
2025-07-19
I recommend VMA Psych based on my experience this is a warm and incredible place. They response time is so fast. They care about the patient. They handle my case professionally. Thus, based on my experience I recommend VMA Psych.
Vincy NB
2025-06-17
We’ve received outstanding services and definitely recommend Dr. Murphy and team.
H Peters
2025-05-21
I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Murphy and his team. They are all compassionate, professional, and most importantly, take the time to educate their clients. Thank you all for your support.
Ashaar Ahmed
2025-03-20
My son has been seeing Dr. Murphy for last year. Dr. Murphy and his staff are wonderful, caring and professional. Exactly what children need. Thank you to all the staff at VMA Psych for their excellent care.
DEFINITION
What Is Family Counselling?
Family Counselling is a collaborative, therapy-based approach that helps families improve communication, manage conflict, and navigate life’s challenges together. Guided by seasoned mental health professionals, family counselling creates a space where each member can express their perspective, gain understanding, and work toward common goals. Our work may focus on parent-child dynamics, sibling relationships, blended family transitions, or managing behavioural or emotional concerns in a collaborative way.
Family Counselling can be offered as a stand-alone service or integrated into your child’s broader therapeutic plan at VMA Psych.
Family Counselling Can Help With
Communication breakdowns and ongoing conflict
Sibling rivalry or parent-child tension
Co-parenting difficulties or blended family stress
Grief, divorce, or major life transitions
Emotional regulation and behavioural concerns
Supporting a child or teen with ADHD, ASD, or anxiety
Rebuilding connection after trust has been broken
Managing differing parenting styles or expectations
Enhancing emotional understanding between family members
How it Works
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Free Intake Call: Talk to our intake team about your family’s needs and dynamics.
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Ongoing Sessions: Attend regular sessions (typically weekly or biweekly) guided by your therapist.
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Initial Family Session: Meet your therapist and begin exploring concerns, goals, and strengths as a unit.
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Skill Building & Reflection: Practice tools for listening, managing emotions, and rebuilding trust.
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Collaborative Planning: Define a shared vision for what your family wants to improve or change.
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Closure or Continued Support: End therapy when your goals are met, or continue with additional services as needed.
How it Works
1
Free Intake Call: Talk to our intake team about your family’s needs and dynamics.
2
Initial Family Session: Meet your therapist and begin exploring concerns, goals, and strengths as a unit.
3
Collaborative Planning: Define a shared vision for what your family wants to improve or change.
4
Ongoing Sessions: Attend regular sessions (typically weekly or biweekly) guided by your therapist.
5
Skill Building & Reflection: Practice tools for listening, managing emotions, and rebuilding trust.
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Closure or Continued Support: End therapy when your goals are met, or continue with additional services as needed.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Supportive, Inclusive Environment
A non-judgmental space where every family member’s voice is heard and respected.
Tailored, Evidence-Based Approach
Collaborative goal-setting and strategies customized to your family’s unique needs, with regular check-ins to track progress.
Flexible, Ongoing Support
Led by a warm, skilled clinician, sessions can include parents, children, or both, providing continued guidance through any challenge.
Is Family Counselling Right for You?
Family counselling is helpful whether you're navigating a specific challenge or wanting to improve your overall family dynamic. It’s especially useful when:
Conflict is frequent or unresolved
Family members feel disconnected or misunderstood
Children’s behaviours are impacting family harmony
Life changes are causing stress or emotional strain
You want to build a stronger foundation of trust and communication
At VMA Psych, we help families move from frustration and disconnection to clarity, communication, and stronger relationships.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should we attend family counselling sessions?
The frequency of sessions can vary depending on your family’s needs and the specific issues being addressed. Typically, families start with weekly sessions and may adjust as progress is made.
Can family counselling benefit children as well as adults?
Yes, family counselling is designed to support all members of the family, including children and adults. It helps each member express their thoughts and concerns, fostering understanding and empathy among all involved.
What issues can family counselling help address?
Family counselling can help address a variety of issues including communication breakdowns, interpersonal conflicts, behavioural problems in children and adolescents, life transitions, and stress from external influences. It provides tools and strategies to improve family dynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should we attend family counselling sessions?
The frequency of sessions can vary depending on your family’s needs and the specific issues being addressed. Typically, families start with weekly sessions and may adjust as progress is made.
Can family counselling benefit children as well as adults?
Yes, family counselling is designed to support all members of the family, including children and adults. It helps each member express their thoughts and concerns, fostering understanding and empathy among all involved.
What issues can family counselling help address?
Family counselling can help address a variety of issues including communication breakdowns, interpersonal conflicts, behavioural problems in children and adolescents, life transitions, and stress from external influences. It provides tools and strategies to improve family dynamics.
