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Stockbridge (7.9 mi)
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30253 (6) (1.64 mi)
30281 (6) (8.16 mi)
30236 (3) (10.38 mi)
30223 (2) (12.65 mi)
30260 (1) (13.63 mi)
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  • Christina Simmons, CEO
    640 Points

    Christina Simmons, CEO

    Rebuilding Lives Workshop, Inc.
    2020 Avalon Parkway
    357
    Mcdonough, GA 30253
  • Edelson Debra E MD

    1601 South Zack Hinton Parkway
    Mcdonough, GA 30253
  • -10 Points

    Franklin Sherre K Lmft Ceap

    1601 South Zack Hinton Parkway
    Mcdonough, GA 30253
  • Gale Michelle PhD

    144 Grandiflora Drive
    Mcdonough, GA 30253
  • Henry County Crisis Pregnancy Center

    3834 Jodeco Road
    Mcdonough, GA 30253
  • Odyssey Family Counseling Center

    169 Decatur Road
    Mcdonough, GA 30253
  • Atlanta Psycho Therapy

    Distance: 7.9 mi
    175 Country Club Drive
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Ciraky James R Lpc

    Distance: 7.9 mi
    275 Country Club Drive
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Marrinson Steven Phd PC

    Distance: 7.9 mi
    2763 Highway 138
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Medlin Treatment Center Inc

    Distance: 7.9 mi
    1235 Eagles Landing Parkway
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Transitional Family Services

    Distance: 7.9 mi
    505 Corporate Center Drive
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Watts Dorothy Lcsw

    Distance: 7.9 mi
    175 Country Club Drive
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Affiliated Counseling & Psychological Services Pc

    Distance: 12.48 mi
    259 Arrowhead Boulevard
    Jonesboro, GA 30236
  • Fenlon Whatley Phd

    Distance: 12.48 mi
    259 Arrowhead Boulevard
    Jonesboro, GA 30236
  • Roberts Gayle Medical Lpc

    Distance: 12.48 mi
    259 Arrowhead Boulevard
    Jonesboro, GA 30236
  • Michele Smith, PHD

    Michele Smith, PHD

    Distance: 14.03 mi
    1000 Corporate Center Dr
    Suite 200
    Morrow, GA 30260
  • 10 Points

    Touch Of Healing Counseling Center

    Distance: 15.48 mi
    2000 West McIntosh Road
    Griffin, GA 30223
  • Biobehavioral & Family Psychology Services

    Distance: 15.48 mi
    220C West College Street
    Griffin, GA 30224
  • Christie Hugh A PhD

    Distance: 15.48 mi
    220 West College Street Suite C
    Griffin, GA 30224
  • Daniel Mary LPC

    Distance: 15.48 mi
    222 Meriwether Street
    Griffin, GA 30224
  • First Assembly Of God - Griffin Christian Academy- Ofc

    Distance: 15.48 mi
    2000 West McIntosh Road
    Griffin, GA 30223
  • Counseling Resources Inc

    Distance: 16.9 mi
    969 Okelly Street Southeast
    Conyers, GA 30012
  • Healthy Start Perinatal Services

    Distance: 16.9 mi
    954 South Main Street Northeast
    Conyers, GA 30013
  • Maximus Correctional Service

    Distance: 16.9 mi
    2375 Wall Street Southeast
    Conyers, GA 30013
  • Maximus Correctional Services

    Distance: 16.9 mi
    2375 Wall Street Southeast
    Conyers, GA 30013
  • McDaniel Patsy Medical

    Distance: 16.9 mi
    969 Okelly Street Southeast
    Conyers, GA 30012
  • Refuge Pregnancy & Resource Center

    Distance: 16.9 mi
    954 South Main Street Northeast
    Conyers, GA 30012
  • Williams Sandra J Counseling Therapist

    Distance: 16.9 mi
    1100 Green Street Southwest
    Conyers, GA 30012
  • 10 Points

    Abrams Paula Ms Eds LPC LMFT LPC NCC

    Distance: 17.33 mi
    1920 Highway 54 West
    Fayetteville, GA 30214
  • A New Start Counseling Center Inc

    Distance: 17.33 mi
    115 Habersham Drive
    Fayetteville, GA 30214
  • Aycock Timothy Dr

    Distance: 17.33 mi
    115 Habersham Drive
    Fayetteville, GA 30214
  • Baker Ann Marie Medical Lpc

    Distance: 17.33 mi
    115 Habersham Drive
    Fayetteville, GA 30214
  • Christian Families Today

    Distance: 17.33 mi
    115 Kathi Avenue
    Fayetteville, GA 30214
  • Clarkesville Counseling Inc

    Distance: 17.33 mi
    355 East Lanier Avenue
    Fayetteville, GA 30214
  • Counseling Specialists

    Distance: 17.33 mi
    125 Governors Square
    Fayetteville, GA 30215
  • Foltz Linda Phd PC

    Distance: 17.33 mi
    110 North Park Drive
    Fayetteville, GA 30214
  • Gunter Timothy L Ms

    Distance: 17.33 mi
    385 North Jeff Davis Drive
    Fayetteville, GA 30214
  • Insideout Dynamics

    Distance: 17.33 mi
    130 Governors Square
    Fayetteville, GA 30215
  • Lewis Linda Starling Dr

    Distance: 17.33 mi
    115 Habersham Drive
    Fayetteville, GA 30214
  • Pregnancy Resource Center Of Fayette

    Distance: 17.33 mi
    116 Bethea Road
    Fayetteville, GA 30214
  • Second Wind Inc

    Distance: 17.33 mi
    385 North Jeff Davis Drive
    Fayetteville, GA 30214
  • Sedona Counseling

    Distance: 17.33 mi
    500 West Lanier Avenue Suite 508
    Fayetteville, GA 30214
  • Healthy Start Perinatal Services

    Distance: 18.27 mi
    2041 Downs Place
    Lithonia, GA 30058
  • Bolton L Brooks PhD

    Distance: 18.58 mi
    2914 Macon Road
    Orchard Hill, GA 30266
  • 10 Points

    Covington Counseling & Wellness Center

    Distance: 19.71 mi
    8218 Hazelbrand Road Northeast
    Covington, GA 30014
  • Thompson Horn & Vrochopoulos

    Distance: 19.71 mi
    2107 Emory Street Northwest
    Covington, GA 30014
  • Vrochopoulos Sam PhD

    Distance: 19.71 mi
    2107 Emory Street Northwest
    Covington, GA 30014
  • Wibell Peter O Medlpc

    Distance: 19.71 mi
    8218 Hazelbrand Road Northeast
    Covington, GA 30014
  • -10 Points

    AABACUS Counseling & Resource Center

    Distance: 22 mi
    5234 Old National Highway
    College Park, GA 30349
  • 20 Points

    Harwell Patricia R Mn Lmft

    Distance: 23.81 mi
    315 West Ponce De Leon Avenue
    Decatur, GA 30030

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