FHR FAQs
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What is The Family Healing Room?
The Family Healing Room is a guided program designed to help parents and families strengthen communication, deepen connection, and build emotional wellness. Through weekly video lessons on the online platform, workbook activities, and reflective journaling, parents and families learn practical tools for healing and growth.
The program is often offered through local churches, where multiple parents / families participate at the same time, supporting one another in a shared journey of transformation.
Who is this program for?
The Family Healing Room is for adult family members who want more peace, connection, and understanding in their family. It’s especially meaningful for:
- Parents who want to build stronger relationships with their children.
- Couples who want to restore or deepen their connection.
- Adult family members who are ready to break old, painful patterns and build new traditions of love and respect.
- If you want better communication, healthier habits, and more joy at home, this program is for you.
- Discuss and reflect on progress within your family group.
Between the time you spend engaging with the online platform and completing activities in your workbook, you can expect to spend about 60 - 90 minutes per week, though many parents / families choose to revisit lessons as they continue their growth journey.
What is the cost of the Family Healing Room?
The cost of the program is $99 per person, which covers your workbook, access to the online platform, and participation in online Zoom meetings with your Family Healing Room Coaches. Workbooks will be delivered to each person via UPS.
Why is this program offered through churches?
Faith communities play a powerful role in helping families heal. By offering The Family Healing Room through the church, parents / families gain not only practical tools but also the support of a community.
As multiple parents / families walk through the program together, they share encouragement, accountability, and hope. This shared experience strengthens both individual parents / families and the broader church community.
What makes The Family Healing Room different from other family programs?
The Family Healing Room combines psychological insight, spiritual grounding, and real-life application. The program doesn’t just tell you what to do. it guides you step by step in how to do it.
The program is:
- Practical: Skills explained on the online platform are simple, doable, and designed to fit real family life.
- Community-Oriented: Parents / families grow together, learning from and supporting one another.
- Transformational: The program focuses on creating lasting change, not quick fixes.
How long does the program last?
The Family Healing Room is designed as a multi-week series, typically lasting between 8 - 12 weeks, depending on the church’s schedule. Each week builds on the one before it, helping parents / families apply what they learn and see real progress over time.--
How are Family Healing Room group meetings held?
All Family Healing Room family group meetings are held virtually via Zoom. This allows families from different areas, and with different schedules, to participate in a convenient and accessible way.
Each week, families gather online with others from their church community to reflect on the lessons covered on the online platform and in the workbook, share experiences, and encourage one another. These sessions are designed to be safe, supportive, and interactive spaces where participants can learn and grow together.
You’ll receive clear instructions and a meeting link before each session, so joining is simple, even if you’re new to Zoom. All you need is a stable internet connection and a quiet space where you can engage fully.
Many participants find that meeting online allows them to open up more easily, balance family commitments, and stay consistent with their growth journey, no matter where life takes them.
What kind of results can we expect?
Parents / families who go through The Family Healing Room often report:
Improved communication at home.
Renewed connection and understanding among family members.
Less tension, more gratitude, and greater emotional safety.
A stronger sense of unity in their church community.
While every family’s journey is unique, the consistent theme is hope. Real change begins when parents / families choose to grow together.
What if my family is really struggling?
hat’s okay. You don’t have to have it all together to begin. This program is meant for real parents / families dealing with real challenges. Whether you’re trying to rebuild trust, reconnect after conflict, or simply communicate better, The Family Healing Room meets you where you are and walks with you toward healing, one step at a time.
Is The Family Healing Room for children or teens?
At this time, the Family Healing Room is designed for adults 21 years and older. This includes parents, caregivers, and adult family members such as siblings, parents and their adult children, or extended relatives, who want to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and nurture healthier relationships.
Because the program includes self-reflection, journaling, and guided family conversations that often address complex emotional dynamics, it is not intended for children or teens under the age of 21.
However, the principles and tools you’ll learn in The Family Healing Room can positively influence the way you relate to younger family members. As adults grow in understanding, patience, and communication, those changes naturally begin to create healthier environments for children as well.
If your goal is to improve your relationship with your children, this program will help you start by developing the mindset and skills needed to model and lead change at home.
Is The Family Healing Room appropriate for families dealing with addiction, trauma, or severe mental illness?
The Family Healing Room is designed to help families strengthen communication, deepen connection, and build emotional and spiritual wellness through learning and using practical tools. While the program can be deeply meaningful for families seeking growth and healing, it is not intended as treatment for families struggling with addiction, severe mental illness, or crisis situations.
If your family is currently facing those kinds of challenges, we strongly encourage you to seek support from a licensed mental health professional, or addiction specialist who can provide individualized care. Once your family has the right professional support in place, The Family Healing Room may serve as a helpful supplement for ongoing growth and connection.
If you’d like help finding the right type of clinical or counseling support, please reach out to your church counseling liaison. This might be your church’s pastoral counselor, youth pastor, or family ministry director. They will direct you to the resources you need.
Who are the Family Healing Room coaches?
Family Healing Room coaches are dedicated couples from diverse walks of life who have personally navigated and overcome challenges within their own families. They understand what it means to work through difficulties, rebuild trust, and grow stronger together, and they bring that lived experience to the families they guide.
Each coach has been personally trained by Dr. Sonja Sutherland, Licensed Professional Counselor and Professor of Counseling, to facilitate Family Healing Room sessions and support families through the curriculum. While coaches are not licensed counselors, they are compassionate facilitators equipped with the skills, structure, and insight needed to help families engage meaningfully with the material.
Their role is not to provide therapy, but to create a safe, encouraging environment where families can reflect, learn, and practice new tools for communication and connection. Together, they walk beside you, offering wisdom, guidance, and genuine care as you move through your own family’s healing journey.
How are Family Healing Room coaches selected and trained?
amily Healing Room coaches are couples who demonstrate strong character, integrity, and a genuine passion for helping families grow. Each coach has experienced personal transformation in their own family relationships and has a heart for walking alongside others on their healing journey.
Before serving, every coach completes a comprehensive training program led by Dr. Sonja Sutherland, Licensed Professional Counselor and Professor of Counseling. This training equips them with:
- A deep understanding of the Family Healing Room curriculum and process.
- The skills to facilitate sessions effectively and compassionately.
- Tools for creating safe, respectful, and faith-centered group environments.
While our coaches are not licensed counselors, they receive continued guidance and mentorship from Dr. Sutherland to ensure consistency, quality, and care in every group they lead. Their combination of lived experience, structured training, and ongoing support allows them to serve as trusted facilitators—helping families learn, grow, and heal together.
Who is Dr. Sonja Sutherland?
Dr. Sonja Sutherland is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Professor of Counseling who has dedicated her career to helping families heal, grow, and thrive. She is the founder of The Family Healing Room, a program designed to help parents and adult family members strengthen relationships, improve communication, and build lasting emotional and spiritual wellness.
With more than 25 years of experience working with families, couples, and communities, Dr. Sutherland is passionate about breaking generational cycles of pain and helping families create homes rooted in love, understanding, and peace. She holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Regent University, a Master of Science in Professional Counseling from Georgia State University, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from New York University.
At the heart of her mission is a simple but powerful belief: when families heal, generations are transformed. Learn more about Dr. Sutherland.
How do we get started?
If you’re part of a church that’s offering The Family Healing Room, your leadership team will guide you through how to register and access the materials.
If your church isn’t offering it yet, we’d love to help make that possible! Church leaders can easily partner with The Family Healing Room to offer the program to their members. We provide all materials, videos, and facilitator guidance needed to make it simple to launch and lead.
Learn How to Bring This to Your Church
Schedule a 15-minute video consultation to ask questions and learn how to bring the Family Healing Room to your church.
Ready to Begin Your Family’s Healing Journey?
If you’re ready to strengthen your relationships, deepen your connection, and build a more peaceful, faith-filled home, you’re in the right place. The Family Healing Room is your opportunity to grow alongside other families who are doing the same life-changing work.
Complete the brief interest form at the link below to let us know you’re interested. Once you submit it, you’ll receive a detailed registration intake form to help us learn more about your family and ensure the program is the right fit for you.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
OUR VALUES
Connection
We believe every family thrives when relationships are nurtured with intention and care.
Communication
We value honest, respectful expression that strengthens understanding and unity.
Healing & Growth
We stand for continuous emotional growth and the courage to pursue healing together.
Empathy & Compassion
We honor the dignity of every family member through understanding and compassionate presence.