Betty Anne Lex
LMFT
Hello and thank you for visiting! I have worked locally for over fifteen years with individuals, parents, couples and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, family conflict, work stress and overall lack of satisfaction in life. Assisting individuals in connecting and understanding one another more openly is one of my greatest passions. I enjoy helping couples discover new ways to navigate their relationship and giving them the tools to change the negative patterns that keep them stuck.
I strive to help everyone feel comfortable and at ease with a relaxed but directive approach. As a family therapist, I look closely at an individuals family of origin and the ways in which these experiences shape who we are today.
My goal is to give individuals and couples the confidence and reassurance to tackle these difficult tasks which can lead to more satisfying personal relationships. Please feel free to contact me with any questions regarding how I work and how I may be able to help you in your journey to creating change.
Call or Email Betty Anne Lex for a free 15 minute consultation now - (610) 387-6899
About Marriage & Family Therapists (MFTS)
MFTs treat individuals, couples and families. The unique feature you will find during treatment with an MFT is the therapist will focus on understanding your symptoms and diagnoses within interactions and relationships. The existing environment and context is given careful examination paying particular attention to the family system – as defined by you. MFTs treat predominantly individuals but always from the perspective that “relationships matter.”
Research has shown that family-based interventions are as effective—and in many cases more effective—than alternative interventions, often at a lower cost. Studies suggest that family therapy is a preferred method of treatment for depression, substance abuse, alcoholism, relational discord problems, and child/adolescent challenges including suicide and high risk behavior. Family therapy outcomes for severe mental illness include improved well-being, fewer medical illnesses, decreased medical care utilization, and increased self-efficacy.
Family-based interventions are also effective for persons with medical problems. Treatment outcomes show improvement in the identified patient, as well as in other family members. Family therapy is particularly effective with families who are providing care to elders and to a child with a chronic illness (e.g., asthma, diabetes, cystic fibrosis, cancer).
