Nearby Cities

Fayette (13.07 mi)
Northport (23.49 mi)
Tuscaloosa (24.88 mi)

Nearby Zip Codes

35555 (1) (13.36 mi)
35476 (4) (21.68 mi)
35406 (9) (22.62 mi)
35473 (6) (23.49 mi)
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  • Save-A-Life

    Distance: 13.07 mi
    3715 Highway 171 North
    Fayette, AL 35555
  • 100 Points

    BJ Guenther EdD & Kathy Echols PhD

    Distance: 23.49 mi
    720 Energy Center Boulevard Ste 502
    Northport, AL 35473
  • Alabama Adult & Child & Adolescent Therapy

    Distance: 23.49 mi
    720 Energy Center Boulevard
    Northport, AL 35473
  • Ball Catherine Duggan Lcsw Pip

    Distance: 23.49 mi
    519 Energy Center Boulevard
    Northport, AL 35473
  • Child & Adult Development Clinic

    Distance: 23.49 mi
    519 Energy Center Boulevard
    Northport, AL 35473
  • Christian Counseling Clinic

    Distance: 23.49 mi
    3705 29th Street
    Northport, AL 35476
  • Christian Counseling Clinic

    Distance: 23.49 mi
    3705 29th Street
    Northport, AL 35476
  • Echols Kyle Md

    Distance: 23.49 mi
    700 Energy Center Boulevard
    Northport, AL 35473
  • Hollingshead Charles O Reverend

    Distance: 23.49 mi
    3705 29th Street
    Northport, AL 35476
  • Lane April R Phd Lpc

    Distance: 23.49 mi
    307 Main Avenue
    Northport, AL 35476
  • Nesmith Counseling Services

    Distance: 23.49 mi
    700 Energy Center Boulevard Suite 404
    Northport, AL 35473
  • 10 Points

    Plaxco Janie J LPC

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    520 Mill King Jr Boulevard
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
  • Alabama Abuse Counciling Center

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    1406 22nd Avenue
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
  • Alabama Developmental Clinic Llc

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    661 Helen Keller Boulevard
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
  • Bonner Steven H Md

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    1000 Fairfax Park
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
  • Boyd Allie C Dr

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    1000 Fairfax Park
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
  • Center For Well Being

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    1000 Fairfax Park
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
  • DCH Employee Assistance Program

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    201 Towncenter Boulevard
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
  • Educare

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    423 Skyland Boulevard
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
  • Family Counseling Service of Tuscaloosa County

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    2020 Bryant Dr
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
  • Hart Jerry Phd

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    653 Helen Keller Boulevard
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
  • Lawson Verona Md

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    1000 Fairfax Park
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
  • Nesmith Center

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    1800 Mcfarland Boulevard North Ste 230
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
  • Osberry Terry LPC

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    520 Mill King Jr Boulevard
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
  • Pointon Jean F Phys

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    1000 Fairfax Park
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
  • Rosenzweig Marianne Phd

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    2605 7th Street
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
  • Shelton George C Counselor

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    2020 Paul W Bryant Drive
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
  • Stewart Wesley Family Therapist

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    1000 Fairfax Park
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
  • Thumbs Up

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    429 Skyland Boulevard
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
  • Trick Dorinda LPC

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    1629 McFarland Boulevard North
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
  • Watkins Jane Phd

    Distance: 24.89 mi
    150 Rice Mine Road North
    Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
  • Bevill State Community College - Jasper Area Family Services Center

    Distance: 28.68 mi
    2101 Birmingham Avenue
    Jasper, AL 35501
  • Russell James E Eds LPC

    Distance: 28.68 mi
    131 Portzer Road
    Jasper, AL 35504
  • Walker County Childrens Policy Council Inc

    Distance: 28.68 mi
    1803 3rd Avenue South
    Jasper, AL 35501

Nearby Cities

Fayette (13.07 mi)
Northport (23.49 mi)
Tuscaloosa (24.88 mi)

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