carpenter couple & family counseling, pllc
Erica Carpenter, Ph.D., LMFT-S
Family Therapy
Families are complex. Even when there’s love, there can be misunderstandings, tension, or long-standing patterns that make honest connection feel difficult. Whether you're navigating changing roles as your children grow up, struggling to set healthy boundaries, or feeling disconnected as a family, therapy can help you move forward with greater clarity, care, and connection. Family therapy offers a space where everyone’s voice matters—and where healing and change can begin.
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>>Communication & Boundaries Between Adult Children and Parents
The parent-child relationship evolves over time—but it doesn’t always evolve smoothly. Old patterns can persist, making it hard to step into new roles with respect and autonomy. Therapy helps families explore:
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How to set and respect boundaries without guilt or shutdown
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How to shift from a parent-child dynamic to an adult-to-adult connection
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How to talk about difficult topics with honesty and compassion
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How to heal lingering hurt and repair fractured trust.
You can care for each other and honor your individuality—therapy helps make that possible.
>>Strengthening Family Bonds
When families drift apart—or feel stuck in conflict—it can be hard to imagine closeness again. But reconnection is possible. Family therapy helps:
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Repair communication ruptures
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Rebuild trust after conflict or distance
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Create new, shared rituals of connection
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Foster more openness, laughter, and emotional intimacy
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You don’t have to wait for a crisis to seek support. Sometimes, choosing therapy is simply choosing to do things differently.
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A Space Where Every Family Member Matters
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Family therapy is not about assigning blame—it’s about learning how to relate with more understanding, honesty, and care. Every family is different, and our work will be tailored to your unique dynamics, goals, and challenges. If you’re ready to stop walking on eggshells and start rebuilding connection, we can begin together.​ Reach out today to schedule a consultation and explore how therapy can support your family’s growth.
