The J.H.C. Blog
Reunification. Does it actually work?
Reunification therapy is a specialized form of family therapy designed to help repair and rebuild the relationship between two individuals within a family system who have become disconnected or estranged. This estrangement may occur for a variety of reasons, including—but not limited to—parental separation or divorce, prolonged conflict, emotional or physical distance, or significant life events that have led to a breakdown in communication and trust. Although reunification therapy is most commonly associated with post-divorce situations, it is applicable in many different family dynamics, such as between a parent and child, siblings, or even extended family members.
Strategies of Dealing with Difficult Family Members
Difficult people are a part of life—and sometimes, they’re family. Whether it’s a sibling, parent, aunt, uncle, or cousin, navigating these relationships can be emotionally draining. Maybe they constantly stir up drama, ignore boundaries, or always have something negative to say. So how do you deal with someone who just can’t keep the peace?
Communication. Is it Really that Important?
Communication is often seen as a basic human skill—something that should come naturally, almost effortlessly. Yet in practice, it proves to be far more complex. Many people believe they’re expressing themselves clearly, but intention and understanding don’t always align. Words are spoken, messages are sent, but the true meaning can be lost somewhere in between. Real communication requires more than just talking—it demands listening, empathy, clarity, and a willingness to be understood as much as to understand. Without these elements, we risk speaking past one another, mistaking noise for connection.