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Olympia (15.21 mi)
Tumwater (16.88 mi)
Lacey (17.55 mi)

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98584 (1) (2.21 mi)
98506 (1) (12.57 mi)
98502 (1) (13.93 mi)
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  • New Directions Counseling

    Distance: 1.81 mi
    111 East Railroad Avenue
    Shelton, WA 98584
  • Elderkin Pamela MA

    Distance: 14.58 mi
    Po Box 826
    Lakebay, WA 98349
  • Hoeman Laura Counseler

    Distance: 15.2 mi
    1504 7th Avenue Southwest
    Olympia, WA 98502
  • Hoy Trudy Counselor

    Distance: 15.2 mi
    1005 Olympia Avenue Northeast
    Olympia, WA 98506
  • Pregnancy Aid of Thurston County

    Distance: 15.2 mi
    1021 Boundary Street Southeast
    Olympia, WA 98501
  • Professional Counseling Resources Llc

    Distance: 15.2 mi
    9525 Case Road Southwest
    Olympia, WA 98512
  • Steve Williams,  LMFT 420 Points

    Steve Williams, LMFT

    Steve Williams LMFT
    Distance: 16.87 mi
    1534 Bishop Rd. SW
    Tumwater, WA 98512
  • Cary H. McAdams 10 Points

    Cary H. McAdams

    Distance: 16.87 mi
    1610 Bishop Rd SW
    Tumwater, WA 98512
  • April Christine Slocum, Psychotherapist - Counselor
    410 Points

    April Christine Slocum, Psychotherapist - Counselor

    Glory Psychotherapy - April Christine Slocum, MA, LMFTA, MAOL, CMHS, MHP
    Distance: 17.54 mi
    677 Woodland Square Loop, SE
    D4
    Lacey, WA 98503
  • Chuck Bates Ms Lmhc

    Distance: 17.54 mi
    4044 15th Avenue Southeast
    Lacey, WA 98503
  • Damon Counseling Services

    Distance: 17.54 mi
    4438 Pacific Avenue Southeast
    Lacey, WA 98503
  • Fairbrook David L Md

    Distance: 17.54 mi
    4044 15th Avenue Southeast
    Lacey, WA 98503
  • James Faust & Associates Pllc

    Distance: 17.54 mi
    677 Woodland Square Loop
    Lacey, WA 98503
  • Marston Randy MA

    Distance: 17.54 mi
    677 Woodland Square Loop
    Lacey, WA 98503
  • The Marston Center

    Distance: 17.54 mi
    677 Woodland Square Loop
    Lacey, WA 98503
  • The Right Step Inc

    Distance: 17.54 mi
    8th Avenue Southeast
    Lacey, WA 98509
  • Vandenberg Robert D Md

    Distance: 17.54 mi
    4044 15th Avenue Southeast
    Lacey, WA 98503
  • Geoff Piper, Counselor
    450 Points

    Geoff Piper, Counselor

    Grief Counseling, Individual & Relationship Counseling
    Distance: 22.11 mi
    Contact for Address Information
    Steilacoom, WA 98388
  • Linda MacDonald, Administrator 430 Points

    Linda MacDonald, Administrator

    Shepherd's Center for Counseling Services
    Distance: 23.84 mi
    6626 Wagner Way NW, Suite 200
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335
  • Carole Bergen 30 Points

    Carole Bergen

    Distance: 23.84 mi
    9814 Harborview Place
    Gig Harbor, WA 98332
  • Ned David Bratspis

    Ned David Bratspis

    Distance: 23.84 mi
    3019 Judson St., Suite C
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335
  • Kimberly D. Green

    Kimberly D. Green

    Distance: 23.84 mi
    3309 56th St. NW, Suite 101
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335
  • Jeanne L Groff 30 Points

    Jeanne L Groff

    Distance: 24.19 mi
    7406 27th Street West, Suite 208
    University Place, WA 98466
  • Tender Moments LLC

    Distance: 29.25 mi
    9111 346th Street South Suite STE
    Yelm, WA 98597
  • Abundant Life Foursquare Church

    Distance: 31.03 mi
    5610 Kitsap Way
    Bremerton, WA 98312
  • McLemore Douglas R M Div

    Distance: 31.03 mi
    9125 Central Valley Road
    Bremerton, WA 98311
  • Weinstein Louise

    Distance: 31.03 mi
    9125 Central Valley Road Northwest
    Bremerton, WA 98311

Nearby Cities

Shelton (1.81 mi)
Lakebay (14.59 mi)
Olympia (15.21 mi)
Tumwater (16.88 mi)
Lacey (17.55 mi)
Gig Harbor (23.86 mi)
University... (24.21 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