Isabel Camilleri
Counsellor, Clinic Lead & Co-founder
- Couples and relationship therapy
- Family and blended-family dynamics
- Anxiety and grief
Family Therapy
Family therapy gives your household a calm, neutral space to understand each other better, reduce conflict, and find healthier ways of relating.
In-person at Vita Mea Clinic in Mosta · Call +356 9985 4942 · We reply within 2 working days
When home feels tense — the same rows, the same silences, or one person's struggle rippling through everyone — family therapy can help you step out of the loop. At Vita Mea Clinic, we offer a calm space where every voice is heard, including quieter or younger family members.
We work with families navigating conflict, parenting strain, blended-family challenges, co-parenting after separation, and big transitions. You don't need to wait for a crisis. Many families come because they want a calmer, more connected home.
Sessions are held in-person at Vita Mea Clinic in Mosta, at a pace that feels safe for everyone in the room.
Is this right for you?
This work may be a good fit if any of these sound familiar:
- Home feels more like a battleground than a refuge
- Parenting disagreements keep escalating
- A child's or teen's struggle is affecting the whole household
- You're navigating a blended family or co-parenting after separation
- A big transition has shaken how you relate as a family
What we can help with
- Family conflict and communication breakdowns
- Parenting disagreements and co-parenting after separation
- Blended-family and step-parenting challenges
- Supporting a child or teen while the whole family adjusts
- Major transitions — relocation, illness, loss, or separation
- Feeling unheard or stuck in fixed roles at home
What to expect
1
Understanding the system
We look at patterns between you — not who's 'to blame' — so each person can be heard and the family dynamic becomes clearer.
2
Making space for every voice
We adapt the format for children and teenagers so younger family members feel safe. Sometimes that means parents first, then bringing everyone in when the ground feels steadier.
3
Practical change at home
You'll leave with clearer ways to talk, set boundaries, and repair after conflict — small shifts that change daily life.
Our approach
Our therapists draw on systemic and family-systems practice, tailored to your household rather than a rigid script. We hold every voice with equal care.
Sessions are confidential and judgment-free. We review progress with you regularly so you're never left guessing where things stand.
Who offers this at Vita Mea
These practitioners include family therapyin their work at the clinic. We'll confirm availability and the right fit when you get in touch.
Claudia Borg Azzopardi
Health Psychologist and Family Therapist
- Trauma and EMDR
- Anxiety and depression
- Chronic pain and fibromyalgia
Katya Muscat
Family Therapist and Systemic Practitioner
- Family therapy
- Bereavement and suicide loss
- Children and adolescents
Not sure where to start?
Browse who on our team works with what you need — or contact us and Isabel will help you choose. You don't need to know the exact issue first.
How this may help
- Calmer communication at home
- Clearer roles and healthier boundaries
- Children and teens who feel more heard and supported
- Practical tools for conflict and repair
Frequently asked questions
Does the whole family need to attend?
Not always. Sometimes we start with parents, then involve children or teenagers when it feels right. We'll agree the format that best supports your household.
Do you work with blended families?
Yes. Blended-family and step-parenting dynamics are a common focus. We also run The Silent Partner, a group programme for stepmums — see our Events page.
Can family therapy help if our child is already in individual therapy?
Often, yes. Family sessions can support what your child is working on individually by improving the home context around them. We'll coordinate thoughtfully and with consent.
How long are family sessions?
Family sessions typically run 75–90 minutes. Length of therapy varies — we review progress with you rather than locking you into an open-ended plan.
This page is for general information. It is not a diagnosis or a substitute for a clinical assessment. If you are in immediate danger, contact local emergency services.
Ready to take the first step?
Taking the first step towards therapy can feel daunting, but you don't have to do it alone. Reach out today and let us support you on your journey.
We reply to every enquiry within 2 working days · In-person at Vita Mea Clinic, Żokrija, Mosta