Adult Sibling Therapy for Dealing with Conflict, Disagreements, and Difficult Decisions

Although some conflict among siblings is normal, some issues call for a therapist. Jeannette York is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist offering sibling therapy in Burbank, California. She helps adult siblings understand each other better and resolve conflicts in a healthy way. As a licensed family therapist, Jeannette York offers adult sibling therapy to help brothers and sisters resolve conflict, cope with grief, and overcome rivalry.

To schedule your appointment or learn more about working with Jeannette as your professional marriage and family therapist in Los Angeles, please contact us at (818) 200-9513 or reach out online.

When Should You Seek Sibling Therapy?

Some situations that benefit from adult sibling therapy include:

• Unresolved grief over the loss of a parent or a partner
• Disagreements over issues concerning aging parents or a family business
• Sibling rivalries and comparisons between siblings that frequently result in arguments
• A break in trust between siblings due to one's action or following a significant incident
• One or both siblings have difficulty communicating effectively with each other
• Disagreements between siblings have escalated to physical or aggressive behavior

Jeannette provides grief, conflict resolution, and bonding counseling. With the understanding that the influence brothers and sisters have on each other’s lives goes far beyond their own interactions, Jeannette applies proven theories and practical tools to help resolve even seemingly intractable problems.

What Happens in Sibling Counseling?

Adult sibling therapy is a tool for strengthening relationships between brothers and sisters. Regular sessions can help siblings reconnect with one another and strengthen the bond of the entire family.

Adult sibling therapy offers many benefits, including:

• Conflict resolution
• Improved communication
• Strengthened emotional connection
• Positive family interactions
• Effective transition through personal or professional challenges
• Strengthened family unit

In a sibling counseling session, Jeannette invites siblings to talk freely and honestly about their relationship with one another. Siblings are given the opportunity to express their feelings and share their concerns. Jeannette helps them communicate better with each other and make progress towards resolving conflicts together.

What to Expect During Sibling Therapy?

The initial session is spent understanding the personality, interests, thought processes, strengths, and weaknesses of the individual siblings. It provides Jeannette an understanding of how each sibling interacts with the other.

Subsequent sessions typically involve Jeannette guiding the siblings to communicate effectively with one another, listening actively to the other, expressing their feelings, and maintaining respect for one another's needs. Jeannette explains how different personalities interact with one another, encouraging them to reflect on how their words, tone, and behaviors may affect the other.

She also provides educational information and tools to help siblings set boundaries and improve cooperation. At the end of a sibling therapy session, Jeannette reviews what was discussed and sets goals for future sessions. She actively checks whether her clients are making progress and establishing a foundation for a loving and respectful relationship.

Contact Jeannette to Schedule Therapy in Burbank, CA

Jeannette, who has counseled a diverse population of clients during her time working for the Southern California Counseling Center and through private practice, quickly establishes rapport with clients and leads them with empathy in a comfortable and non-judgmental environment. She draws from a vast body of insights gained from offering individual, couples, family, and marriage counseling. To learn more or schedule a counseling session for adult sibling therapy, please contact Jeannette today at (818) 200-9513 or reach us via our online contact form.