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  • Therapeutic Solutions Inc

    Distance: 14.61 mi
    2712 Lawrenceville Highway
    Decatur, GA 30033
  • Vinson Ron D Mdiv Stm

    Distance: 14.61 mi
    531 East Ponce De Leon Avenue
    Decatur, GA 30030
  • Young Citizens Association-The Fold

    Distance: 14.61 mi
    3951 Snapfinger Parkway
    Decatur, GA 30035
  • Ronald Beutel, D.Min.
    100 Points

    Ronald Beutel, D.Min.

    Hope - Northwest Counseling
    Distance: 15.03 mi
    Walnut Creek Dr.
    Woodstock, GA 30188
  • 10 Points

    Centerpoint & Associates

    Distance: 15.03 mi
    317 Creekstone Rdg
    Woodstock, GA 30188
  • Brunette David D Md

    Distance: 15.03 mi
    8910 Main Street
    Woodstock, GA 30188
  • Cossel Shelli Ma

    Distance: 15.03 mi
    7450 Highway 92
    Woodstock, GA 30189
  • Gudger Karen B Lcsw

    Distance: 15.03 mi
    317 Creekstone Rdg
    Woodstock, GA 30188
  • Hertle-Jones Carola Lcsw Acsw

    Distance: 15.03 mi
    104 Mirramont Lake Drive
    Woodstock, GA 30189
  • Jewett Linda G Lpc

    Distance: 15.03 mi
    102 Springfield Center D
    Woodstock, GA 30188
  • Morley Paula C Medical Lpc

    Distance: 15.03 mi
    7450 Highway 92
    Woodstock, GA 30189
  • North Georgia Psychotherapy Services

    Distance: 15.03 mi
    7450 Highway 92
    Woodstock, GA 30189
  • North Georgia Psychotherapy Services

    Distance: 15.03 mi
    7450 Highway 92
    Woodstock, GA 30189
  • Parks Elizabeth E PhD

    Distance: 15.03 mi
    7450 Highway 92
    Woodstock, GA 30189
  • The Hope Center

    Distance: 15.03 mi
    9740 Main Street Suite 120
    Woodstock, GA 30188
  • Towne Lake Counseling

    Distance: 15.03 mi
    104 Mirramont Lake Drive
    Woodstock, GA 30189
  • Whitley Helen Lcsw

    Distance: 15.03 mi
    104 Mirramont Lake Drive
    Woodstock, GA 30189
  • Divorce Mediators

    Distance: 16.23 mi
    7193 Douglas Boulevard
    Douglasville, GA 30135
  • Fields Naomi Medical Lpc

    Distance: 16.23 mi
    7193 Douglas Boulevard
    Douglasville, GA 30135
  • Gomez Gabriella Ms Lpc

    Distance: 16.23 mi
    7193 Douglas Boulevard
    Douglasville, GA 30135
  • Haddle Harold W Phd Jr

    Distance: 16.23 mi
    7193 Douglas Boulevard
    Douglasville, GA 30135
  • Karen

    Distance: 16.23 mi
    7193 Douglas Boulevard
    Douglasville, GA 30135
  • Kitchens Marti M LMFT

    Distance: 16.23 mi
    7193 Douglas Boulevard
    Douglasville, GA 30135
  • Sheltered Cove Counseling Center

    Distance: 16.23 mi
    6554 Spring Street
    Douglasville, GA 30134
  • -10 Points

    AABACUS Counseling & Resource Center

    Distance: 16.36 mi
    5234 Old National Highway
    College Park, GA 30349
  • Georgia Association for Play Therapy

    Distance: 17.17 mi
    4893 Lavista Road
    Tucker, GA 30084
  • Herring Bill Lcsw

    Distance: 17.17 mi
    2127 Vistadale Court
    Tucker, GA 30084
  • Sprunk Post Trudy

    Distance: 17.17 mi
    4893 Lavista Road
    Tucker, GA 30084
  • The Life Line

    Distance: 17.17 mi
    1979 Lakeside Parkway
    Tucker, GA 30084
  • Tucker Center for Personal Growth

    Distance: 17.17 mi
    4893 Lavista Road
    Tucker, GA 30084
  • 30 Points

    Sherrill Robbie Ma Lcc

    Distance: 17.7 mi
    4725 Peachtree Corners Ci
    Norcross, GA 30092
  • Ashe Rosa PhD

    Distance: 17.7 mi
    4530 South Berkeley Lake Road Suite B
    Norcross, GA 30071
  • Bower Susan L MD

    Distance: 17.7 mi
    4530 South Berkeley Lake Road
    Norcross, GA 30071
  • Brain Bright Neurotherapy Center

    Distance: 17.7 mi
    748 Holcomb Bridge Road
    Norcross, GA 30071
  • Carbery Julie D PhD

    Distance: 17.7 mi
    4530 South Berkeley Lake Road
    Norcross, GA 30071
  • Colsetti Sharman D PhD

    Distance: 17.7 mi
    4530 South Berkeley Lake Road
    Norcross, GA 30071
  • Grapenthin Cindy T Phd

    Distance: 17.7 mi
    4530 South Berkeley Lake Road Suite B
    Norcross, GA 30071
  • Gwinnett Family Guidance Center

    Distance: 17.7 mi
    748 Holcomb Bridge Road
    Norcross, GA 30071
  • Spinale Jay V Lcsw

    Distance: 17.7 mi
    4530 South Berkeley Lake Road
    Norcross, GA 30071
  • Steurer Loretta Lmft Lcsw

    Distance: 17.7 mi
    748 Holcomb Bridge Road
    Norcross, GA 30071
  • The Renew Counseling Center

    Distance: 17.7 mi
    3800 Holcomb Bridge Road
    Norcross, GA 30092
  • Wolheuter Judith M Lpc

    Distance: 17.7 mi
    4530 South Berkeley Lake Road
    Norcross, GA 30071
  • Woodruff Diana Phd

    Distance: 17.7 mi
    4530 South Berkeley Lake Road
    Norcross, GA 30071
  • Sam Sligar
    340 Points

    Sam Sligar

    Distance: 17.81 mi
    5575 Peachtree Pkwy
    Peachtree Corners, GA 30092
  • Nancy Shertok, MSW, LCSW
    310 Points

    Nancy Shertok, MSW, LCSW

    Nancy Shertok, Psychotherapist
    Distance: 18.28 mi
    162 Prospect Place
    Alpharetta, GA 30005
  • Elaine Wilco
    300 Points

    Elaine Wilco

    Wilco Elaine MA LPC Marriage Counselor
    Distance: 18.28 mi
    5755 North Point Pkwy
    suite 205
    Alpharetta, GA 30022
  • Loren James, Clinical Psychologist 110 Points

    Loren James, Clinical Psychologist

    J Loren James LLC
    Distance: 18.28 mi
    5755 Northpoint Pkwy, Suite 65
    Alpharetta, GA 30004
  • A Beacon of Hope Crisis Pregnancy Center

    Distance: 18.28 mi
    9875 Nesbit Ferry Road
    Alpharetta, GA 30022
  • Danielak Mary Hynes Psy D

    Distance: 18.28 mi
    314 Maxwell Road
    Alpharetta, GA 30004
  • Epperly James

    Distance: 18.28 mi
    294 South Main Street
    Alpharetta, GA 30004

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