- IS A "BLENDED FAMILY" AND A STEPFAMILY THE SAME THING?
- HOW DO I KNOW IF WE NEED HELP?
- WHAT KIND OF RESOURCES DO YOU OFFER AT THE CENTER?
- DO WE ALL HAVE TO COME IN TOGETHER?
- WHAT ARE THE COSTS INVOLVED?
- HOW LONG DOES COUNSELING TAKE?
- HOW DO I FIND OUT MORE?
1. IS A "BLENDED FAMILY" AND A STEPFAMILY THE SAME THING?
The term "blended" originated to overcome negativity associated with the term "step"; for example, the "wicked stepmother" in the fairy tale Cinderella. Our purpose at The Blended Family Resource Center is to help families create positive experiences together, thereby gradually changing the old negative stereotype.
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2. HOW DO I KNOW IF WE NEED HELP?
One of the best ways of knowing is to listen to yourself. Paying attention to your "hunches" or feelings is often valuable. More than likely if you feel something is "off" or out of balance, chances are you are sensing something "real". Of course, the presence of conflict among family members is a red flag. Arranging a consultation with us will certainly let you know what help you need.
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3. WHAT KIND OF RESOURCES DO YOU OFFER AT THE CENTER?
We offer a number of options. First, an initial consultation helps you decide what services to access. In addition to individual, couple and family sessions, we offer support and educational groups, designed to help prepare families with the information they need.
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4. DO WE ALL HAVE TO COME IN TOGETHER?
No. One of the advantages of the initial consultation (see question above) is to help tailor a plan that best fits your needs and issues. We can then decide who needs to come in. We have successfully worked with as few as one family member!
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5. WHAT ARE THE COSTS INVOLVED?
Costs are dependent on the nature of the service(s) you need. We have pre-paid packages that not only save you money over individual session fees but also provide you with flexible appointment dates. We can work with you!
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6. HOW LONG DOES COUNSELING TAKE?
There is an old principle in counseling that says that the more motivation and energy you have for change, the quicker change happens. However, we recognize that everyone has his or her own pace or readiness for change and we respect that change rarely happens overnight. We will work with you as quickly as you allow but want to reassure you that there is no right or wrong pace for change. Change happens when we are ready!
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7. HOW DO I FIND OUT MORE?
The best starting place is talking with us. Please visit our contact page for more information.
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