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  • Andrea Martinez, MS, LMFT
    200 Points

    Andrea Martinez, MS, LMFT

    Psychotherapy & Cultural Consulting
    444 NE Ravenna Blvd ste 301
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • 120 Points

    Livingston Carolyn Libbey PhD

    6534 4th Ave NE
    Suite 102
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • 30 Points

    Liz Sullivan MSW

    8245 20th Avenue Northeast
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • 20 Points

    Dormont Wendy S Ma Lmhc

    2207 Northeast 65th Street
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • 10 Points

    Arnold Donna Maabs

    2113 Northeast 65th Street
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • 10 Points

    Hunsley Suzanne

    9500 Roosevelt Way Northeast
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • 10 Points

    Lodish Deborah MSW

    6869 Woodlawn Avenue Northeast Suite 200
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • 10 Points

    Petit Scott CMHC

    8401 5th Avenue Northeast
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Code Nancy Mswcsw

    2012 Northeast 65th Street
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Collins Mim LMHC

    444 Northeast Ravenna Boulevard
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Couples Counseling Center

    8401 5th Avenue Northeast
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Decker Leeann Ma Cmhc

    2012 Northeast 65th Street
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Deporres Martin Counseling

    8003 Lake City Way Northeast
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Dzwonkowski Lawrence Msw

    9500 Roosevelt Way Northeast
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Inner Resource Associates

    2207 Northeast 65th Street Suite 202
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Kosaly Marta Ms

    6869 Woodlawn Avenue Northeast
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Maccoll Carli Ma

    9500 Roosevelt Way Northeast
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Mens Counseling Center Northwest

    8401 5th Avenue Northeast
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Meriam Chris

    224 Northeast 65th Street
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Ramsey Nina

    9730 3rd Avenue Northeast Suite 101
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Schiff Joan Ma

    2012 Northeast 65th Street
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Schlesinger Stefan CMHC

    8401 5th Avenue Northeast
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Shafer Peggy D MA

    7813 12th Avenue Northeast
    Seattle, WA 98115
  • Smith Kenneth R Mdiv MA

    2012 Northeast 65th Street
    Seattle, WA 98115

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Bellevue (6.13 mi)
Kirkland (7.75 mi)
Burien (9.41 mi)
Tukwila (9.72 mi)
Bainbridge... (10.06 mi)
Renton (10.07 mi)
Shoreline (10.34 mi)
Lake Fores... (10.67 mi)
Redmond (10.86 mi)
Kenmore (11.22 mi)
Bothell (12.29 mi)
Vashon (12.49 mi)
Suquamish (13.4 mi)
Des Moines (14.13 mi)
Bremerton (14.26 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