A stranger in the family.

PSYCHOTHERAPY; PSYCHOTHERAPY patients; FAMILY conflict; PSYCHOTHERAPIST attitudes; FAMILY relations; TREATMENT effectiveness; PARENT-child separation; EMOTIONS; PATIENT-professional relations; PERSONALITY; SOCIAL support; PSYCHOSOCIAL factors; SOCIAL isolation; TIME

The article discusses the complex and often misunderstood phenomenon of family estrangement, emphasizing its prevalence and impact on clients in therapy. Topics include the causes of estrangement, the psychological and relational effects on individuals, and the importance of therapists offering practical guidance and support to help clients navigate these challenges.