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GOAL: Attend graduate school and build a foundation for a career as a family and marriage therapist!

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GOAL: Attend graduate school and build a foundation for a career as a family and marriage therapist!

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In graduate school, I plan to study counseling and therapy. I have always had a dream of being a licensed family therapist or even a school psychologist. My passion for working with kids and families has come from many years of being a nanny. I have so much respect for children and I think that being a positive influence and a safe haven for them is my calling.
Family therapy also has intrigued me. When my parents got divorced, members of my family suffered through individual mental health battles. I wish I had access to or had even known about family therapy because I feel like it could repair our family unit.

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When I picture myself in my career, I picture me enjoying what I do every single day. I have had many jobs since I was 17 and I can't really say any of them have made me content. If anything, they have pushed me to continue my education so that I can have my dream career.

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I want to attend Baylor University and obtain my PsyD in Clinical Psychology. 

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I want to attend Baylor University and obtain my PsyD in Clinical Psychology. 

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Application Deadline: December 1st
- Transcripts
- 3 letters of recommendation
- Optional GRE exam

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I think it is important in this course and in our college careers to find others who are on similar paths and support each other along the way. College can feel isolating sometimes. I know things got difficult for me during covid, but what has really helped is finding peers who have the same goals as me. Having that moral support can help you maintain a positive attitude.

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My family is what motivates me to aspire to purse graduate school. My mom has always been my biggest supporter in literally everything I do. I am so grateful in the sense that I have so many people in my corner. I hope that I can make them proud and become all they want me to be.

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One of my biggest strengths is that I am a great multitasker. I always have a lot on my plate, but I am able to delegate tasks that I cannot do or tasks that can be put off for the moment. Sometimes I feel like my brain is in a scramble, but I honestly love always having something to do. This also helps me to stay organized. My planner is my life. I write down everything and I know that that will be a great strength when I go to graduate school.

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The family unit is one of the strongest relationships you'll find. However, even the most tight-knit family can experience problems in communication. Sometimes, those problems last a long time, and hurdles seem insurmountable due to the close proximity and familiarity of family members. It may take a professional to get you all back on track to result in more peaceful home life.

That's where family therapy comes in.

What is Family Therapy?

A form of psychotherapy, family therapy is designed to reduce distress and conflict through the improvement of interactions between family members. Usually, it's best to have all family members who are affected by the problem in one room; however, this isn't always feasible. What sets family therapy apart from individual counseling lies in the perspective or framework, not necessarily how many people are present in the session.

Family counseling looks at problems as patterns or systems that need to be adjusted, rather than focusing on one person's sole role in the problem. This is why it's often referred to as "strengths-based treatment." Strong family relationships play a critical in the overall mental health of each family member. This method can be effective in helping family members adjust to another family member's struggle with an addiction, medical issue or mental health diagnosis, for example. It can also be used to improve communication and reduce conflict.

Common Reasons for Family Therapy

There are many reasons that may prompt you to seek family therapy, including:

If your child is having a problem with school, substance abuse or an eating disorder.

If a major trauma or change has impacted the entire family, such as moving, a natural disaster, or incarceration of a sibling or parent.

The unexpected or traumatic loss of a family member.

Adjustment to a new family member in the home, such as the birth of a sibling or grandparent moving in.

Domestic violence

Divorce

Parental conflict

Family therapy is a specialized skill set, so if you are in need of this type of therapy, it's important to choose a mental health professional who has the training and credentials that uniquely qualify them to perform this kind of counseling.

Goals of Family Therapy

Family therapy can be helpful to all family members on many different levels. Family therapy sessions can help:

Develop and maintain healthy boundaries

Facilitate cohesion and communication

Promote problem-solving by a better understanding of family dynamics

Build empathy and understanding

Reduce conflict within the family

Contact Comprehensive MedPsych Systems

We offer family therapy services here at Comprehensive MedPsych Systems. A therapist will meet with several members of your family to help you all more thoroughly understand others' thoughts, motivations, behaviors, and feelings. Therapy is designed to improve communication and increase effective behavior choices, ultimately helping the family unit to function better. To book your appointment, contact us at 941-363-0878 or fill out our online form.

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The Goals and Benefits of Family Therapy - Comprehensive MedPsych Systems

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The family unit is one of the strongest relationships you'll find. However, even the most tight-knit family can experience problems in communication.

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Perseverance is important because the journey of going to grad school can take a huge toll. It's important to remember your end goal and continue to works towards it. I always thought my undergrad was taking FOREVER, but soon enough I was able to earn my associate's degree and now I am a few months away from my bachelor's degree.