Do We Really Need Family Therapy?
At Mertens Counseling, we believe family therapy can help families reconnect, communicate better, and rediscover joy in their relationships. Whether you’re navigating conflict, parenting struggles, or emotional distance, our experienced therapists provide a safe and supportive space to grow stronger together. Through family therapy, your family can find healing, understanding, and renewed trust.
Building Stronger Connections Through Family Therapy
Every family faces challenges—but when arguments, stress, or loss begin to take a toll, it can be hard to move forward alone. Our family therapy sessions help families understand each other’s perspectives, improve communication, and create a shared foundation for peace and respect. Using evidence-based approaches, we work with your family to identify root causes, strengthen relationships, and develop practical tools to restore harmony at home.
How Family Counseling Supports Growth and Healing
Family counseling at Mertens Counseling gives each family member the opportunity to be heard. Our goal is to help you build empathy, resolve conflicts, and create a healthier environment for everyone involved. Whether you’re co-parenting after divorce, managing blended family dynamics, or helping children through emotional stress, counseling provides strategies to move forward together.
What to Expect During Family Therapy at Mertens Counseling
Your journey begins with understanding your family’s story. During family therapy, our licensed counselors create a welcoming environment where each person feels comfortable sharing. We explore communication styles, emotional triggers, and strengths within your family to help you find better ways to support one another.
Our therapists use trusted methods such as family systems therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and solution-focused techniques to guide families toward lasting growth and healing.
Telehealth Family Therapy Available
Explore the convenience of flexible mental health care with Mertens' Counseling in Kearney. Our Telehealth services are just a click away wherever you are. Receive compassionate, expert care for anxiety, depression, trauma, and more—all from the comfort and privacy of your choice. Mertens' Counseling delivers the perfect blend of convenience and quality, with in-person and online sessions available. Embrace therapy that adapts to your life, offering relief and guidance exactly when and where you need it.
When to Consider Family Therapy or Counseling
Family therapy or family counseling may be helpful if:
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Conversations often lead to arguments or misunderstandings
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Parenting differences or generational gaps cause stress
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A major life change—like a move, loss, or divorce—has affected the family
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Children or teens are struggling emotionally or behaviorally
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You want to build stronger, healthier relationships within your home
No matter your family’s situation, therapy can offer a new path toward understanding and connection.
EMDR THERAPY
EMDR therapy is a powerful treatment for trauma and other mental health conditions. At Mertens' Counseling, our trained EMDR counselors use this innovative approach to help you heal from traumatic experiences. EMDR therapy can improve symptoms, provide relief, and foster resilience. This therapy can be particularly effective for those struggling with PTSD and other trauma-related issues. If you’re seeking EMDR therapy in Kearney, NE, Mertens' Counseling offers experienced care to help you heal.