Renewing Hope
Restoring Relationships
Relational Therapy
Virtual therapy throughout Texas for adults navigating family relationships, boundaries, burnout, estrangement, and recurring relationship problems
Angela Blocker, LMFT
Family systems and relational therapy for adults
Who I Work With
Family relationships are complicated. Maybe you’re longing for closeness with an adult child, feeling cut-off from an estranged sibling, working through difficult relationship with your parents, or tension between your spouse and your family. Maybe an aging parent needs care, old resentment has resurfaced, or years of hurt have changed the way your family relates to one another. Sometimes, it looks like you and your spouse trying to strengthen your relationship outside of parents and in-laws. I work with adults navigating difficult family relationships, estrangement, conflict, boundary violations, and major family changes who want to understand what’s happening, decide what they can and can’t change, and find a healthier way forward.
Therapy for people who are used to being the “strong” one. When you’re used to being the capable one, it can be hard to ask for help. You handle the problem, get things done, and keep going even when you’re exhausted. It takes awhile to know when you are becoming overwhelmed. You’re guided by an internal value system that guides you to do your best without asking for much in return. Over time, you’re carrying the weight of work and home and finding it harder to keep up or ask for help. You may be dealing with chronic stress, constant pressure and at risk for burnout. Over time, responsibility can become resentment, perfectionism, burnout, difficulty receiving support, or the feeling that you can never truly let your guard down. I work with highly-responsible adults who want to manage stress, set better boundaries, and build a life where they can be capable, dependable, and take rest without feeling guilty or like they are carrying it all alone.
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Demystifying Family Therapy: What to Expect During Sessions
The Secret to Cultivating Empathy when Arguing with Your Partner
