About the role
Family counselors work to support families, couples, and individuals through various types of relationship difficulties. They often have a college education in psychology, social work, or similar fields. Their work is focused on improving communication and relationships between people.Responsibilities
Family counselors conduct therapy sessions, evaluate family dynamics, and identify underlying issues. They develop treatment plans and provide tools for conflict management. Creating a safe environment for open dialogue and promoting positive changes are central parts of their work.Skills and tools
Family counselors need strong communication skills, empathy, and the ability to handle emotionally charged situations. They use therapeutic techniques such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and systemic therapy. Knowledge in conflict resolution and experience in leading discussions are important tools in their work. Common competencies demanded by employers are grundläggande psykoterapiutbildning, sexologi and familjebehandling/nätverksarbete.