Healthy family dynamics such as resolving conflicts, showing mutual respect, having trust for one another, and speaking the truth openly and honestly are key elements toward family functioning. A Pathways family counselor may chose to have one or more family members attend a counseling session in order to better understand the dynamics between individuals and the negative patterns that limit each members’ satisfaction in the family system. Often everyone needs to change a little to bring about cohesion and harmony. In addition to those issues listed under Marriage and Relationship Counseling, some common topics looked at in family counseling are outlined below:
