family therapy in Oklahoma City, OK

Marriage and Family Therapy in Oklahoma City, OK

ACT Family Therapy in Oklahoma City, OK provides patient-centered, integrative mental health care for individuals age 4 and older. Led by Karen Cox, MS, LMFT, CMIP, the practice helps individuals, couples, and families experience powerful shifts that promote healthy change and lasting outcomes through compassionate, evidence-based therapy.

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As an integrative marriage and family therapist, Karen Cox, MS, LMFT, CMIP, brings the expertise and clinical experience needed to guide patients toward meaningful, sustainable healing. She is a certified trainer for “The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work,” a research-based program developed by renowned relationship expert Dr. John Gottman, and she uses these principles to help couples build friendship, manage conflict, and create a hopeful outlook for the future.

Karen is also a certified mindfulness informed professional, which allows her to teach mindfulness skills that help patients become increasingly aware of their feelings and thoughts. This awareness becomes a foundation for emotional regulation, stress reduction, and a greater sense of calm in everyday life.

To deliver the most effective care, Karen integrates cutting-edge programs and revolutionary therapies into her sessions. One example is Havening therapy, a psychoeducation approach designed to decrease trauma and anxiety symptoms by changing the way the brain processes distressing memories. As a certified Gottman trainer, she also helps marriages and partnerships thrive through premarital counseling, marriage counseling, and couples therapy.

Every patient at ACT Family Therapy begins with a thorough assessment. From there, Karen focuses on the patient’s preferred therapy type, drawing on her specialized training and proven programs to tailor each session to the individual’s unique needs and goals. This personalized approach ensures that therapy feels supportive, relevant, and effective from the very first visit.

Karen offers children and adolescent therapy using techniques like play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and talk therapy, and she is fully trauma-informed and trained. Family therapy is available for families navigating relationship struggles or other concerns, while adult therapy supports individuals working through anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. Mothers and fathers seeking direction can also benefit from parent guidance when facing parenting challenges and looking for answers, and those experiencing separation can find support through divorce therapy.

To book an appointment at ACT Family Therapy and receive compassionate, expert care with promising outcomes, call the friendly office staff today at (405) 820-7272 or use the convenient online booking tool.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of therapy does ACT Family Therapy offer?

ACT Family Therapy offers a full range of mental health services, including individual adult therapy, children and adolescent therapy, couples therapy, marriage counseling, premarital counseling, divorce therapy, family therapy, and parent guidance. Karen Cox tailors each service to the specific needs of the patient.

What ages does Karen Cox work with?

Karen provides care for individuals age 4 and older. She uses age-appropriate methods such as play therapy for younger children and talk therapy or cognitive behavioral therapy for adolescents and adults.

What is an integrative marriage and family therapist?

An integrative therapist blends multiple evidence-based approaches rather than relying on a single method. Karen combines techniques such as the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems, mindfulness, and Havening therapy to create a treatment plan suited to each patient’s situation.

What is Havening therapy?

Havening is a psychoeducation approach that uses gentle touch, visualization, and focused attention to reduce the symptoms of trauma, stress, and anxiety. It aims to change how the brain stores and processes distressing memories, helping to relieve emotional pain.

Do I need a referral to start therapy?

No referral is required to begin care at ACT Family Therapy. You can schedule an appointment directly by calling the office at (405) 820-7272 or by using the online booking tool.

How do I schedule my first appointment?

Scheduling is simple. Call the friendly office staff at (405) 820-7272 or request an appointment online, and the team will help you find a time that fits your schedule.

Where is ACT Family Therapy located?

ACT Family Therapy proudly serves patients in Oklahoma City, OK and the surrounding communities. Contact the office for directions or any questions about visiting the practice.