3-Day Family Workshop
Our signature program is led by Kathleen Murphy, MA, LPC. Kathleen possesses a world of knowledge and a depth of experience, known for being a conversationalist who generates interpersonal dialogues that contribute to the meaningful treatment of relational and developmental trauma. Kathleen’s career is founded on 30 years of experience working with people with substance abuse issues complicated by relational trauma.
Her path was paved by earning her BA in Sociology and Philosophy at the University of Texas, Austin followed by her MA in Counseling at St. Edward’s University.
Why Participate in Family Therapy?
When asked to think of the “perfect family”, most people draw to mind the image of two happily married adults with wonderful children living in a nice home somewhere in the suburbs – basically the all-American family with 2.5 children, a dog, and a white picket fence.
In reality, however, families do not usually look that way or operate without any complications or challenges.
With more than 325 million people living in the United States alone, families undoubtedly come in all shapes and sizes. That also means they bring their own values, expectations, and behaviors, which affect everyone in the family. The families of those who have suffered from and struggled with addiction and co-occurring conditions are usually not the mirror image of the nuclear family. Instead, they have often experienced several ups and downs before their loved ones have even crossed over the threshold of a treatment center.
A substance use disorder and/or co-occurring mental illness can impact a family unit to the extent that while the afflicted individual is receiving treatment for his or her condition(s), members of his or her family should also be obtaining treatment that can help them identify, manage, cope, and move forward from the impacts of these types of conditions.
The 3-Day Family Workshop in Los Angeles
When one member of the family is not doing well, the rest of the family can follow in what can only be explained as a domino effect. This is because families are the most basic but intricate systems that lay the groundwork for someone’s life. So, when a member of the family has a condition like a substance use disorder, it is impossible to expect the rest of the family to function like a well-oiled machine.
Recognizing how much a family member’s condition can affect the rest of the family, the 3-Day Family Workshop in Los Angeles helps the family get back on their feet while their loved one does the same. This is done by uncovering the behaviors that have contributed to and developed in response to the loved one’s condition, as well as the conditions of others in the family unit. Family members work to let go of blame, shame, and guilt in an effort to gain a clearer perspective on the situation and alleviate some of the pressure they likely feel. Working side by side with other family members, individuals attending the 3-Day Family Workshop in Los Angeles can begin making major changes that help the family unit function more positively.
During the 3-Day Family Workshop, families will spend the entire week at the facility, where they will partake in the work discussed above, as well as learn more about substance use disorders,
and co-occurring conditions in a way that helps them understand that these are illnesses and diseases that can cause extreme harm when untreated, but can also be managed effectively with the right care. The entire week is focused on promoting self-care, healthy connections, and togetherness, as well as finding ways to grow and heal amongst one another.
All families of those who are obtaining treatment are encouraged to participate in the 3-Day Family Workshop, as doing so can help reset the family unit in ways that promote positivity.
Do You Need Help?
Are you struggling with the effects of a loved one’s disorder or disease? Getting involved in the 3-Day Family Workshop in Los Angeles can help you and your family members begin moving past the trauma and upset you have experienced.
Contact us right now. We can help.
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