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  • Adrian R. Medina

    Adrian R. Medina

    Distance: 28.22 mi
    1425 Park Avenue
    San Jose, CA 95126
  • Anne Montagna

    Anne Montagna

    Distance: 28.22 mi
    1101 S. Winchester Blvd., A-101
    San Jose, CA 95128
  • Lisa Moulthrop

    Lisa Moulthrop

    Distance: 28.22 mi
    2166 The Alameda
    San Jose, CA 95126
  • Sondra Rice

    Sondra Rice

    Distance: 28.22 mi
    1101 S. Winchester Blvd., Suite A101
    San Jose, CA 95128
  • Nancy L. Ryan

    Nancy L. Ryan

    Distance: 28.22 mi
    1210 S Bascom Ave, Ste 122
    San Jose, CA 95128
  • Terryann Sanders

    Terryann Sanders

    Distance: 28.22 mi
    2020 Forest Avenue, Suite 7
    San Jose, CA 95128
  • George Schornick

    George Schornick

    Distance: 28.22 mi
    2670 S. White Rd., Suite 258
    San Jose, CA 95148
  • Trilby Steiger

    Trilby Steiger

    Distance: 28.22 mi
    1210 S. Bascom Ave., Suite 114
    San Jose, CA 95128
  • Keith Britany
    410 Points

    Keith Britany

    Keith Britany LMFT
    Distance: 30.18 mi
    401 Alberto Way
    Suite 1-3
    Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Deborah MFT 100 Points

    Deborah MFT

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    812 Pollard Rd #6
    Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Molly Hero, MFT 50 Points

    Molly Hero, MFT

    Molly Hero, MFT
    Distance: 30.18 mi
    800 Pollard Road, Suite B207
    Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Stacy R. Smith 30 Points

    Stacy R. Smith

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    409 Alberto Way, Suite 8
    Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Lisa Alcala 20 Points

    Lisa Alcala

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    15750 Winchester Blvd., #103
    Los Gatos, CA 95030
  • Matt Larkin 20 Points

    Matt Larkin

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    301 Los Gatos Saratoga Road, Suite B
    Los Gatos, CA 95030
  • Judith Seehafer, MA, LMFT, MA, LMFT 20 Points

    Judith Seehafer, MA, LMFT, MA, LMFT

    Seehafer, Ms. Judith, MA, LMFT
    Distance: 30.18 mi
    101 Church Street, Suite 9
    Suite 9
    Los Gatos, CA 94024
  • Leanne McWaters 10 Points

    Leanne McWaters

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    15826 Linda Ave
    Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Diana Wickowicz 10 Points

    Diana Wickowicz

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    301 Los Gatos Saratoga Road, Suite B
    Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Maria N. Berardi

    Maria N. Berardi

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    401 Alberto Way, Suite C-2
    Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Meredith Born

    Meredith Born

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    16575B Los Gatos-Almaden Road
    Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Linda M Galdieri

    Linda M Galdieri

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    315 Los Gatos Saratoga Rd
    Los Gatos, CA 95030
  • Cathy Gromer

    Cathy Gromer

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    16573 Los Gatos Almaden Road
    Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Gary LaCrosse

    Gary LaCrosse

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    15720 Winchester Blvd., Suite 3
    Los Gatos, CA 95030
  • Rosemary A Lutus

    Rosemary A Lutus

    Marriage Family Therapist
    Distance: 30.18 mi
    400 Carlton Avenue, Suite 8
    Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Doreen L. Maxwell

    Doreen L. Maxwell

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    800 Pollard Rd.
    Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Lisa Dale Miller

    Lisa Dale Miller

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    800 Pollard Rd, Suite B201
    Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Verna L. Nelson

    Verna L. Nelson

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    800 Pollard Road
    Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Margaret Toews

    Margaret Toews

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    16573 Los Gatos Almaden Road
    Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Barbara Witney

    Barbara Witney

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    15810 Los Gatos Boulevard
    Los Gatos, CA 95032
  • Magda Wroblewska

    Magda Wroblewska

    Distance: 30.18 mi
    16575 Los Gatos Almaden Rd
    Los Gatos, CA 95032

Marriage & Family Therapist Info

Marriage & Family Therapist Summary:
A Marriage and Family Therapist is trained in the mental health profession to diagnose and treat mental and emotional issues and concerns within marriages, couples and families.

A Marriage and Family Therapist focuses on getting to the core of problems that arise within groups of people. The therapy itself is relatively short-term, because they concentrate on treating the problem at the source and aiming for quick and effective results. A Marriage and Family Therapist is trained, licensed and certified to deal with a multitude of problems and concerns that cause tension and distress within families and couples.

Education and Training: Those who wish to enter the field of marriage and family therapy must first complete undergraduate training. This can either be in the form of a Masters degree or a Doctoral Degree. A Masters degree typically takes 2 to 3 years to complete and a Doctoral degree is usually 3 to 5 years. Then, 2 years of clinical experience and 3 to 4 years of clinical training must be completed. On average, a marriage and family therapist must undergo at least 12 years of training before he or she can complete the state licensing exam to become certified.

Many people who choose to enter this profession are already established as a psychologist, social worker, nurse, or counselor.


Marriage & Family Therapist FAQs:
What is a

Marriage and Family Therapist

?
A Marriage & Family Therapist is a professional who works with individuals, couples, or families to resolve conflicts and improve their relationships. A Marriage & Family Therapist helps to communicate, settle differences and solve problems within a couple or family unit.

How often do people see a Marriage and Family Therapist?
Many see a Marriage & Family Therapist for a short period of time. Some see a Marriage & Family Therapist for only a few sessions and others go for several months, depending on the relationship.

What are some signs that one should seek the help of a Marriage and Family Therapist?
Those who are dealing with any stressful situation in a relationship should seek a Marriage & Family Therapist. Some common issues a Marriage & Family Therapist can help with are: Anger, Blended Families, Infidelity, Infertility, Finances, Substance Abuse or Unemployment.

What is marriage and family therapy?
Therapists believe that all members of a family or group work together to influence the behavior of each individual. Therefore, in order to treat one, all members must be treated. This will serve to assist everyone involved at the same time, rather than focusing efforts on one person.

What are the benefits of using a Marriage and Family Therapist?
These therapists have been proven to be more effective and successful at treating family problems because this is their area of expertise. The number of sessions required is usually quite low because the therapist tackles the underlying concerns at the core and focuses on immediate solutions rather than long-term care. It has been shown to improve behavior and school performance in children.

How do I find a Marriage & Family Therapist in my city and state?
The Wellness.com directory will help you locate a Marriage & Family Therapist in your state. Select Marriage & Family Therapist from the professionals menu and select the state that you are looking to locate a Marriage & Family Therapist in. After you have located your state, find the city that you will need a Marriage & Family Therapist in. Select the state and city and you will see a list of Marriage & Family Therapists in your city and state.


Marriage & Family Therapist Related Terms:
marriage counselor, marriage therapist, therapy, family therapy, relationship, mediation, couples, family