In family therapy I encourage each family member to express their thoughts and feelings by maintaining a non-judgmental atmosphere based on respect for each member’s contribution. Often families are struggling with children who are non-compliant or disrespectful. As children look for increased freedom and autonomy there may be family problems concerning “who is in control”. Sometimes there is sibling rivalry. Brothers and sisters may be fighting because there are other stressors in the home — perhaps there are unresolved differences between parents that are being reflected in the way the children are getting along. My goal is to help the parents develop effective skills that will assist them to gain the respect and compliance of their children.