In-Law & Extended Family Therapy

We are told it "takes a village," but what happens when the village is overstepping? Conflicts with in-laws and extended family are among the top stressors for couples in Westchester. Whether it’s boundary-crossing on holidays or unsolicited advice on parenting, PPG provides a neutral ground to navigate these complex loyalties without damaging the relationships that matter.

Our approach

The Insight

We help you identify "Loyalty Conflicts." We look at the family-of-origin patterns that make it hard to say "no" to a parent or an in-law, helping you understand the emotional weight behind the boundary.

The Action

We provide Communication Scripts. We help you and your partner get on the same page first, then we practice the actual words needed to protect your nuclear family’s peace while maintaining a respectful connection to the extended system.

Clinical methods

Boundary Calibration

Learning the difference between "Building a Wall" and "Setting a Gate."

Holiday & Event Planning

Proactive clinical strategies to survive (and enjoy) high-stakes family gatherings.

The "United Front" Protocol

Ensuring you and your partner are never "split" by outside family pressure.

How specialties work together at PPG

The PPG Difference: Extended family stress often bleeds into the marriage. Our family therapists can bridge your care into our Couples Pillar to ensure your partnership remains the priority, even when the "Village" is loud.

Your team

Meet our specialists in this area

Lorens Hidalgo, LCSW

Lorens Hidalgo, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Lorens is a bilingual therapist who offers care in English and Spanish to adults, adolescents, couples and families dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship conflict. Her approach is attachment-focused and psychodynamic.

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Emily Bly, PhD

Emily Bly, PhD

CEO, Clinical Director, Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Bly founded Psychology Partners Group on the idea that people do best when they're matched with the right expertise and feel at ease with their clinician. She works with adults, adolescents, and couples on anxiety, depression, ADHD challenges, relationship strain, and major life transitions, including infertility, adoption, and divorce.

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Eva Leighton, PhD

Eva Leighton, PhD

CFO, Training Director

Dr. Leighton is a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adults, couples, children, and families on trauma recovery, substance use, parenting and behavioral concerns, and relationship difficulties. Her style is warm and supportive, with a natural sense of humor.

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Megan Sedita, PsyD

Megan Sedita, PsyD

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Sedita is a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adults, adolescents, and couples on trauma, anxiety, mood, and relationship difficulties. She trained at the VA Hudson Valley Health Care System, working with Veterans.

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Gerard Micera, PsyD

Gerard Micera, PsyD

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Micera is a licensed clinical psychologist and performing arts educator who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families on anxiety, depression, and life transitions. His style is warm, humorous, and engaging.

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