Family Therapy

The family is a system that works as a whole and the conflicts of an individual family member are most typically a reflection of some conflict within the family system. Family Therapy not only support change with individuals but also in their relationships in the family and beyond, so children, young people, adults and/or those important to them are supported in continued recovery. Her areas of experience and expertise include:

  • Family relationships and changes in family life
  • Child and adolescent mental health
  • Adult mental health
  • Parenting issues
  • Supporting family members through separation, mediation and divorce
  • Child and adolescent behavior, including problems with attention and over-activity
  • Emotional disorders including anxiety, depression and grief following bereavement
  • Supporting family members in step-family life
  • Fostering and adoption
  • Domestic violence
  • Supporting children, young people and adults post-trauma

Dr. Alicia Pon specializes in the use of Family Play Therapy and Satir Family Therapy. She helps you and your family – both individually and as a unit – become aware of subtle dynamics that may be the source of persistent tensions and power struggles. Dr. Alicia Pon works in ways that acknowledge the contexts of your family and other relationships, sharing and respecting individuals’ different perspectives, beliefs, views and stories, and exploring possible ways forward.