Siblinghood Reimagined

Adult Family Therapy Solutions

What is Sibling Therapy?

  • Individualized Therapy: Tailored to your unique family dynamics.

  • Understanding the Past: How early influences shape current relationships.

  • Goal-Oriented Sessions: Focused on achieving tangible improvements.

  • Welcoming Environment: Inclusive and supportive for all families.

Why would we dig up the past?

In adulthood, the echo of our family's unspoken rules—keeping secrets and presenting a united front—often dictates the rhythm of sibling relationships. This veil of silence, a legacy of navigating complex family dynamics, not only shapes our interactions but also feeds a reluctance to seek therapy and confront these shared, yet individually experienced, traumas. Adult Family Therapy invites siblings to step beyond these inherited narratives. It's a journey of uncovering, understanding, and ultimately rewriting the chapters of their collective story. In this space, siblings can bravely face their past, share both burdens and joys, and heal together. By addressing the fears and hesitations rooted in family secrecy, they can transform their connections, moving from avoidance and tension to empathy and authentic connection

“Siblings that say they never fight are most definitely hiding something”

―Lemony Snicket

How long would therapy be?

  • Session Length: Each session typically lasts for 90 minutes.

  • Short-Term Option:

    • Goal-specific focus

    • Pre-determined number of sessions, ideal for addressing specific issues or objectives

  • Ongoing Option:

    • Sessions are not weekly but more spaced out, usually monthly

    • Suitable for continuous support and deeper exploration of family dynamics

  • Flexibility: Therapy schedule can be tailored to meet the specific needs and goals of the siblings.

  • Attendance: Sessions will alternate between the full group and individual or joint sessions with just one sibling pair at a time.

  • Therapist(s): Depending on your needs and preferences you may also benefit from having co-therapists (we always say the more the marrier!)

Who is this for?

  • Siblings with a History of Family Conflict: Those who experienced frequent disagreements or unresolved issues in their family of origin.

  • Families with Complex Trauma: Siblings who grew up in environments of instability, inconsistency, or volatility.

  • Adults Seeking Improved Communication: Those looking to enhance understanding and communication with their siblings.

  • Siblings with Estranged Relationships: Individuals who have grown apart or experienced prolonged periods of minimal contact.

  • Families Navigating Major Life Transitions: Such as the illness or loss of a parent, which can bring unresolved issues to the forefront.

  • Those Exploring Family Dynamics and Patterns: Siblings interested in understanding how their family roles and dynamics have shaped their adult lives.

  • Adults Desiring a Stronger Sibling Bond: Those who wish to deepen their relationships and build a more supportive, connected family network.