Nearby Cities

Lanett (7.03 mi)
Lagrange (16.63 mi)
Opelika (23.5 mi)

Nearby Zip Codes

36863 (3) (6.51 mi)
30240 (7) (12.36 mi)
30241 (2) (15.4 mi)
36801 (11) (23.97 mi)
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  • Carpenter Christy S Lpc

    Distance: 7.03 mi
    2105 Broad Avenue Suite C
    Lanett, AL 36863
  • Pastoral Institute

    Distance: 7.03 mi
    117 North Lanier Avenue
    Lanett, AL 36863
  • Sav-A-Life

    Distance: 7.03 mi
    711 North 4th Avenue
    Lanett, AL 36863
  • Afsan Inc

    Distance: 16.63 mi
    321 Greenville Street
    Lagrange, GA 30241
  • Andrews J Scott MD

    Distance: 16.63 mi
    321 Greenville Street
    Lagrange, GA 30241
  • Best Choice DUI School

    Distance: 16.63 mi
    610 Ridley Avenue
    Lagrange, GA 30240
  • Counseling Services

    Distance: 16.63 mi
    610 Ridley Avenue
    Lagrange, GA 30240
  • Karen Cooper CEAP

    Distance: 16.63 mi
    301 West Broome Street
    Lagrange, GA 30240
  • Patten Cindy Lpc

    Distance: 16.63 mi
    411 South Greenwood Street
    Lagrange, GA 30240
  • Pregnancy Center

    Distance: 16.63 mi
    300 Harwell Avenue
    Lagrange, GA 30240
  • Professional Counseling Group

    Distance: 16.63 mi
    411 South Greenwood Street
    Lagrange, GA 30240
  • Reaves Victoria Lpc

    Distance: 16.63 mi
    411 South Greenwood Street
    Lagrange, GA 30240
  • Associates in Family Therapy

    Distance: 23.5 mi
    2108 Gateway Drive Suite A
    Opelika, AL 36801
  • Auburn-Opelika Psychology Clinic

    Distance: 23.5 mi
    2127 Executive Park Drive
    Opelika, AL 36801
  • East Alabama Mental Health-Mental Retardation

    Distance: 23.5 mi
    2506 Lambert Drive
    Opelika, AL 36801
  • Harzem Anne L Psychologist

    Distance: 23.5 mi
    2204 Executive Park Drive
    Opelika, AL 36801
  • Jenkins Golden Md Iv Medical Lpc

    Distance: 23.5 mi
    2208 Executive Park Drive
    Opelika, AL 36801
  • Kurtz Robin S Ed D

    Distance: 23.5 mi
    2127 Executive Park Drive
    Opelika, AL 36801
  • Legal Services Alabama

    Distance: 23.5 mi
    403 2nd Avenue
    Opelika, AL 36801
  • Rubio Charles T Phd Pc

    Distance: 23.5 mi
    2101 Executive Park Drive
    Opelika, AL 36801
  • Stutts Lee PhD

    Distance: 23.5 mi
    2127 Executive Park Drive
    Opelika, AL 36801
  • Thornton Peggy Phd Psychologist

    Distance: 23.5 mi
    2127 Executive Park Drive
    Opelika, AL 36801
  • Victorious Christian Living

    Distance: 23.5 mi
    814 2nd Avenue
    Opelika, AL 36801
  • Auburn Family Therapy

    Distance: 28.3 mi
    118 North Ross Street
    Auburn, AL 36830
  • Bourg Susan N PhD

    Distance: 28.3 mi
    248 East Glenn Avenue
    Auburn, AL 36830
  • Boyer Catherine L PhD

    Distance: 28.3 mi
    248 East Glenn Avenue
    Auburn, AL 36830
  • Daronatsy Nana Lcsw

    Distance: 28.3 mi
    118 North Ross Street
    Auburn, AL 36830
  • Dozier Brenda PhD

    Distance: 28.3 mi
    118 North Ross Street Suite 6
    Auburn, AL 36830
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    Golden Bets LPC Counselor Help and Hope Counseling

    Distance: 28.3 mi
    166 North Gay Street
    Auburn, AL 36830
  • Halperin Sandra PhD

    Distance: 28.3 mi
    337 East Magnolia Avenue
    Auburn, AL 36830
  • Howland Peggy S PhD

    Distance: 28.3 mi
    248 East Glenn Avenue
    Auburn, AL 36830
  • Johnna Flowers Ms LPC

    Distance: 28.3 mi
    337 East Magnolia Avenue
    Auburn, AL 36830
  • Kaetz Julie F Ms LPC

    Distance: 28.3 mi
    1820 East University Drive
    Auburn, AL 36830
  • Stephenson Karen C LPC

    Distance: 28.3 mi
    311 North College Street
    Auburn, AL 36830
  • Walsh Michael L PhD

    Distance: 28.3 mi
    248 East Glenn Avenue
    Auburn, AL 36830

Nearby Cities

Lanett (7.03 mi)
Lagrange (16.63 mi)
Opelika (23.5 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