Many therapists share a familiar experience: sensing that something important needs to be addressed — avoidance, withdrawal when challenged, topic-shifting when things become uncomfortable, insight without change — while hesitating to upset the client or strain the relationship. Sessions may remain empathic and emotionally attuned, yet momentum fades as pushing for change feels risky. Backing off feels safer — but the work quietly stalls.
Dealing with symptoms of shutting down and lashing out can be confusing, scary, and frustrating for both the person experiencing them, as well as for the family members. Loved ones often express feeling both worried, helpless, sad, protective AND angry, unappreciated, defensive and burnt-out.
PEACE Psychotherapy offers educational seminars for family members in order to better understand what is going on and how to respond effectively. The seminars are open to current clients’ family members, as well as people who are interested in beginning DBT therapy with PEACE Psychotherapy.
The seminars are provided in an interactive lecture format, and are offered several times a year.
The office is close to all three subway lines: Museum Station (2 minute walk), Wellesley Station (9 minute walk) and Bay Station (9 minute walk). Street and lot parking available.
