COUPLES' and FAMILY THERAPY
Dr. Herrick is an active therapist in general, but particularly when working with couples and families. Communication skill building is generally part of her work with her clients, but developing shared understanding of the presenting problems and difficulties is essential. Sessions may focus on patterns and experiences from familes of origin - from the past - or they may concentrate on the distress clients feel in the moment, from interactions happening in the present. Dr. Herrick often suggests ways that couples can work on change BETWEEN sessions and these "homework assignments" can help move the therapy forward more effectively.
When working with couples, Dr. Herrick and her clients often explore issues related to sexual intimacy and physical confidence. With families, security, cooperation, shared empathy and shared responsibility are all central to the therapy. Central to change for both couples and families is learning how to talk with one another - and how to listen.