Build Stronger Bonds and Healthier Communication Within Your Family

Is your family struggling with conflict, stress, or emotional disconnection? Family Therapy offers a supportive space where each member can feel heard, understood, and equipped to navigate challenges together. At Summit Counseling Center, our trained therapists work with families to restore trust, improve communication, and foster deeper connection.

What Is Family Therapy?

Family Therapy helps families understand each other’s needs, resolve conflict, and create a more harmonious home environment. It focuses on improving interactions between family members by identifying unhealthy patterns and teaching skills for healthier communication and problem-solving.

Family Therapy can support:

Whether you attend together or in smaller groups, family therapy creates space for healing and growth.

What to Expect in Family Therapy Sessions

During sessions, your therapist will:

  • Facilitate open and respectful communication between family members
  • Help identify patterns and roles within the family dynamic
  • Provide tools to manage conflict, set boundaries, and express needs
  • Support emotional safety so each voice is heard
  • Work collaboratively with your family toward shared goals

Each session is structured to foster empathy, clarity, and lasting change.

Why Choose Summit Counseling Center?

  • Experienced therapists specializing in family systems and relationships
  • Inclusive support for all types of families—biological, blended, adoptive, or chosen
  • Services available for children, teens, and adults
  • In-person and virtual options to meet your family’s scheduling needs

We’re here to help your family reconnect and move forward—together.

Ready to Begin Family Therapy?

If you’re searching for family therapy near me, parent-child counseling, or help navigating family conflict, Summit Counseling Center is here to support you.

Call today or schedule your appointment and take the first step toward healing as a family.

Therapists for Family Therapy

Jennifer Acker , M.A.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Certified Master Addiction Counselor
Approved Clinical Supervisor
Johns Creek (Medlock Bridge Rd.) Site Lead

Allison Bates , M.S.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Registered Play Therapist

Kara Cunningham , M.A.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Milton Site Lead

Janet Fluker , M.Ed., M.S.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor

Will Goodwin , M.A

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor

Alice D. Hoag , Ed.D.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor

Margaret “Maisy” Kelley , M.S.

Licensed Master Social Worker
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Certified

Melanie Pais , M.A.

Licensed Associate Professional Counselor
Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

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