8 Things You Need to Know About Family Estrangement

Family estrangement affects as many as one in five families, yet few professionals receive training on how to address it. This essential workshop explores eight key considerations for counsellors, psychologists, and coaches working with adults who are estranged from one or more family members.

Learn how to recognise the signs, understand the layered psychological and relational impacts, and develop strategies to validate and support clients facing this painful and often stigmatized experience.

Why This Workshop Matters

Family estrangement is a growing yet often overlooked issue affecting an estimated 1 in 5 families in the UK and 1 in 4 adults in the US. Despite its prevalence, there remains limited training available for professionals working with clients navigating this painful and deeply personal experience.

Therapists, counsellors, and helping professionals are uniquely positioned to offer validation and support for clients experiencing estrangement. This workshop provides a compassionate and research-informed framework for understanding the psychological, relational, and social challenges…