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Family Therapy & Family Play Therapy
At The Mending Forge Therapy & Wellness Center, we know that every family has its own story—and sometimes that story needs a little space to heal and grow. Through family therapy and family play therapy, we create a safe, nurturing environment where connection is rebuilt, communication opens up, and understanding deepens. Whether you’re working through life’s stressors or simply hoping to strengthen your family’s bond, we’ll walk alongside you as you learn new ways to listen, support, and thrive together. Read on to discover how our family-focused approach can help your family mend and flourish.
Not sure where to begin? Explore below to learn more about family therapy and family play therapy, or schedule your free consultation today to start your family’s journey toward connection, balance, and growth.
Family Therapy
Family Therapy vs. Family Play Therapy: Finding the Right Fit for Your Family
At The Mending Forge Therapy Center, we understand that every family’s story is unique—and sometimes, relationships need intentional care to restore balance and connection.
Family Therapy offers a supportive space for each member to be heard, understood, and valued as you work together toward healthier communication and stronger bonds.
In Family Therapy, conversation becomes a bridge to healing. With the guidance of a trained therapist, families learn to express emotions more effectively, navigate conflict with compassion, and develop new patterns of interaction that foster trust and understanding.
Sometimes, when families come to therapy, it can feel uncomfortable to open up about what’s happening at home. That’s okay—our therapists create a calm, welcoming environment where everyone can share at their own pace. Over time, sessions become a place of teamwork and growth, helping families move from disconnection to deeper connection.
At The Mending Forge, we draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches to meet each family’s unique needs. Family Therapy helps you strengthen relationships, improve communication, and forge lasting resilience—together.
Family Play Therapy
At The Mending Forge Therapy & Wellness Center, we recognize that families heal and connect in different ways. While traditional family therapy primarily relies on conversation to explore challenges and build solutions, Family Play Therapy takes a different approach. Instead of focusing only on talking, we engage families through play-based interventions that encourage creativity, expression, and connection.
In Family Play Therapy, metaphor is at the heart of the process. Play allows family members—children and adults alike—to express thoughts and feelings that may be difficult to articulate. Because adults often spend much of their daily lives in serious or structured roles, introducing play helps activate both sides of the brain, creating a deeper, more integrative experience than talk therapy alone can provide.
Sometimes, when families come to therapy, it can feel overwhelming to sit and talk about what is going on. Family Play Therapy makes the process less intimidating by inviting families to engage in activities together. These playful interventions not only reduce anxiety but also promote openness and collaboration, helping family members feel more connected as they explore sensitive topics.
At The Mending Forge Therapy & Wellness Center, we utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities to meet each family’s unique needs. Family Play Therapy helps families interact with one another in meaningful, playful ways that foster healing, build autonomy, and strengthen their sense of connection—all through the power of play and metaphor.
How Family Play Therapy is Different than Family Therapy