family therapy, type of group psychotherapy (or talk therapy) designed to improve relationships among family members by addressing issues that affect family dynamics and mental well-being. In family therapy, a group is considered any set of people who share in a caring relationship and describe themselves as a family; such groups may include parents and their children, siblings, aunts and uncles, grandparents, other caregivers, and close friends. The therapy is often provided by a licensed marriage and family therapist (LFMT), but it can also take place with a trained mental health professional who has specialized knowledge in working with families, ...(100 of 485 words) Access the full article Help support true facts by becoming a member. Subscribe today!