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  • Harmony Socl Wrkrs

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    610 North Michigan Street
    South Bend, IN 46601
  • Hartsteps Counseling

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    1706 Inwood Road
    South Bend, IN 46614
  • Holy Cross Counseling Group

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    610 North Michigan Street Suite 310
    South Bend, IN 46601
  • Hurst Beth Lcsw

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    17195 Cleveland Road
    South Bend, IN 46635
  • Jessop Margaret Ann Psyd

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    53700 Generations Drive
    South Bend, IN 46635
  • Karam Lorraine

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    17195 Cleveland Road
    South Bend, IN 46635
  • Clint Larsen, DPM

    Clint Larsen, DPM

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    837 E. Cedar St
    Suite 100
    South Bend, IN 46617
  • Mathis Counseling Services Inc

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    5 miles from University Park Mall
    South Bend, IN 46635
  • Mathis Counseling Services Inc

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    5 miles from University Park Mall
    South Bend, IN 46635
  • McPherson Elizabeth Acsw LCSW

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    6 East Colfax Avenue
    South Bend, IN 46617
  • Merry Susan E LMHC

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    227 North Dixie Way
    South Bend, IN 46637
  • Milton Adult Day Services

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    922 East Colfax Avenue
    South Bend, IN 46617
  • Munneke Keith Rev Lcsw Lmft

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    17195 Cleveland Road
    South Bend, IN 46635
  • Onkka Thimothy A Phd

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    3606 East Jefferson Boulevard
    South Bend, IN 46615
  • Panic Anxiety Phobia Clinic

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    828 East Colfax Avenue
    South Bend, IN 46617
  • Petersen John Psyd

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    115 South Saint Peter Street
    South Bend, IN 46617
  • Petersen Tom PhD

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    115 South Saint Peter Street
    South Bend, IN 46617
  • River Valley Wellness Center PC

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    227 North Dixie Way
    South Bend, IN 46637
  • Robert & Kapacinskas Inc

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    1739 Riverside Drive
    South Bend, IN 46616
  • Robert Judith A PhD

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    1739 Riverside Drive
    South Bend, IN 46616
  • Samora Geoffrey F DCSW

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    150 West Angela Boulevard
    South Bend, IN 46617
  • Secure - Hispanic Counseling

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    115 South Lafayette Boulevard
    South Bend, IN 46601
  • West Winds Counsel

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    227 North Dixie Way
    South Bend, IN 46637
  • Jim Wittling

    Jim Wittling

    Distance: 14.1 mi
    150 West Angela
    South Bend, IN 46617
  • Christian Services Inc

    Distance: 15.96 mi
    420 South O Keefe Street
    Cassopolis, MI 49031
  • Refuge

    Distance: 22.21 mi
    324 East Dewey Street
    Buchanan, MI 49107
  • Northeastern Center

    Distance: 25.04 mi
    1150 Lincolnway South
    Ligonier, IN 46767
  • Northeastern Center

    Distance: 25.04 mi
    1150 Lincolnway South
    Ligonier, IN 46767
  • Samara Hospital

    Distance: 25.04 mi
    1150 Lincolnway South
    Ligonier, IN 46767
  • Eric Foster Inc Counseling Services

    Distance: 29.03 mi
    322 West Jefferson Street
    Plymouth, IN 46563
  • Recio Laura C LCSW

    Distance: 29.03 mi
    505 Colonial Court
    Plymouth, IN 46563
  • Schmelter Nancy MA

    Distance: 29.03 mi
    Po Box 866
    Plymouth, IN 46563
  • Women's Care Center

    Distance: 29.03 mi
    224 North Michigan Street
    Plymouth, IN 46563

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