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  • Jacobs Andrew

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    3835 University Avenue
    Des Moines, IA 50311
  • Jennisch C Scott MD

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    1750 48th Street Suite 2
    Des Moines, IA 50310
  • Kim James W MD

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    1301 Pennsylvania Avenue Suite 408
    Des Moines, IA 50316
  • Kinney Russell F MSW LISW

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    2700 Grand Avenue Suite 109
    Des Moines, IA 50312
  • Lewis Chris Acsw Lisw

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    3209 Ingersoll Avenue
    Des Moines, IA 50312
  • Lifeworks Inc

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    521 East Locust Street
    Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Lutheran Services In Iowa - Service Center

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    3125 Cottage Grove Avenue
    Des Moines, IA 50311
  • Mecca-Substance Abuse Services

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    3451 Easton Boulevard
    Des Moines, IA 50317
  • Mercy Senior Services & Housing

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    921 6th Avenue
    Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Methodist Lutheran Blank Physicians & Clinics - Counseling- Clinics' Corporate Off

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    1301 Pennsylvania Avenue Suite 408
    Des Moines, IA 50316
  • Mid-Iowa Family Therapy Clinic Inc

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    5005 Douglas Avenue
    Des Moines, IA 50310
  • Mikelson Bonnie Msw

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    1750 48th Street Suite 2
    Des Moines, IA 50310
  • Moore Kathleen Lisw

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    1750 48th Street Suite 2
    Des Moines, IA 50310
  • Murray-Edwards Denise Arnp Bc

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    700 East University Avenue
    Des Moines, IA 50316
  • Oman Jennifer Lock Lisw Bcd

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    550 39th Street
    Des Moines, IA 50312
  • Petersen Pat Lisw

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    5525 Meredith Drive
    Des Moines, IA 50310
  • Peterson Judy Hypnotherapist BL CL

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    5525 Meredith Drive
    Des Moines, IA 50310
  • Pope Charles Counseling Service

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    1620 Pleasant Street
    Des Moines, IA 50314
  • Read Nancy O PhD

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    2700 Grand Avenue Suite 109
    Des Moines, IA 50312
  • Rekindled Hearts Ministries Inc, No longer in business

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    -
    Des Moines, IA 50317
  • Rivers Morgan Ba Lmt

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    3601 1/2 Douglas Avenue
    Des Moines, IA 50310
  • Royal Jon

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    1830 8th Street
    Des Moines, IA 50314
  • Ruth Harbor

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    534 42nd Street
    Des Moines, IA 50312
  • Rypma Craig B PhD

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    2404 Forest Drive
    Des Moines, IA 50312
  • Sampel David Phd

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    700 East University Avenue
    Des Moines, IA 50316
  • Shepherd House Inc

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    1101 Crocker Street Ofc
    Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Soul-Net

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    520 Polk Boulevard
    Des Moines, IA 50312
  • Steenson David Lisw

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    1922 Ingersoll Avenue
    Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Stress & Relationship Management Center

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    6000 University Avenue
    Des Moines, IA 50311
  • TIBE Raymond Psyd

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    550 39th Street Suite 301B
    Des Moines, IA 50312
  • Visitation Catholic Church

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    1111 Garfield Avenue
    Des Moines, IA 50316
  • Willis Adult Day Care Center

    Distance: 19.31 mi
    921 6th Avenue
    Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Birthright of Knoxville

    Distance: 20.32 mi
    108 East Robinson Street
    Knoxville, IA 50138
  • Capstone Behavioral Healthcare

    Distance: 20.32 mi
    104 South 6th Street
    Knoxville, IA 50138
  • Planned Parenthood Of Greater Iowa

    Distance: 20.32 mi
    110 South 1st Street
    Knoxville, IA 50138
  • Anderson Dorothy A Ms Atr Lmhc

    Distance: 21.13 mi
    3109 Southwest Woodfield Lane
    Ankeny, IA 50023
  • Burke & Associates

    Distance: 21.13 mi
    1217 Southwest 2nd Street
    Ankeny, IA 50023
  • -20 Points

    Fein Therapy Services

    Distance: 21.13 mi
    Po X 10 88
    Ankeny, IA 50021
  • Foundation Counseling

    Distance: 21.13 mi
    1217 Southwest 2nd Street
    Ankeny, IA 50023
  • New Life Counseling

    Distance: 21.13 mi
    423 South Ankeny Boulevard
    Ankeny, IA 50023
  • Sutton Cynthia J Lmhc

    Distance: 21.13 mi
    2802 Southwest Glenbrooke Court
    Ankeny, IA 50023
  • Women's Counseling Center

    Distance: 21.13 mi
    -
    Ankeny, IA 50021
  • Alcoholics Anonymous

    Distance: 21.14 mi
    712 Union Street
    Pella, IA 50219
  • Bethany Christian Services

    Distance: 21.14 mi
    617 Franklin Street
    Pella, IA 50219
  • Capstone Behavioral Healthcare

    Distance: 21.14 mi
    712 Union Street
    Pella, IA 50219
  • Life Leadership Limited

    Distance: 21.14 mi
    315 Main Street
    Pella, IA 50219
  • Phone-A-Friend

    Distance: 21.14 mi
    712 Union Street
    Pella, IA 50219
  • Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services

    Distance: 21.14 mi
    412 Jefferson Street
    Pella, IA 50219
  • Pregnancy Care Center of Pella

    Distance: 21.14 mi
    722 Broadway Street
    Pella, IA 50219
  • Family Legacy Christian Counseling

    Distance: 24.41 mi
    5415 Northwest 88th Street
    Johnston, IA 50131

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