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  • McMillan, Judy, Ed.S, LMFT, LPC

    Distance: 14.61 mi
    3050 Atlanta Road
    Smyrna, GA 30080
  • Michael S McGarry PhD

    Distance: 14.61 mi
    4015 South Cobb Drive Southeast Suite 1
    Smyrna, GA 30080
  • Northside Psychological Services

    Distance: 14.61 mi
    3969 South Cobb Drive Southeast
    Smyrna, GA 30080
  • Stewart Merrilee L Lcsw Bcd

    Distance: 14.61 mi
    1260 Concord Road Southeast
    Smyrna, GA 30080
  • Zelley Sandra Lcsw

    Distance: 14.61 mi
    4015 South Cobb Drive Southeast
    Smyrna, GA 30080
  • Atlanta Psycho Therapy

    Distance: 16.33 mi
    175 Country Club Drive
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Ciraky James R Lpc

    Distance: 16.33 mi
    275 Country Club Drive
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Marrinson Steven Phd PC

    Distance: 16.33 mi
    2763 Highway 138
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Medlin Treatment Center Inc

    Distance: 16.33 mi
    1235 Eagles Landing Parkway
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Transitional Family Services

    Distance: 16.33 mi
    505 Corporate Center Drive
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Watts Dorothy Lcsw

    Distance: 16.33 mi
    175 Country Club Drive
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Carlin Richard Md Pc

    Distance: 16.86 mi
    2347 Lenora Church Road
    Snellville, GA 30078
  • -10 Points

    McIntyre Thomas J Phd

    Distance: 16.86 mi
    2219 Scenic Drive
    Snellville, GA 30078
  • Marsha Schechtman, LCSW 220 Points

    Marsha Schechtman, LCSW

    Marsha Schechtman
    Distance: 17.56 mi
    900 Old Roswell Lakes Pkwy
    340
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • 20 Points

    Ed Lauria

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    1102 Bombay Lane
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • 20 Points

    Wall Harriet Counselor

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    1014 Canton Street
    Roswell, GA 30075
  • 10 Points

    North Atlanta Counseling Services

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    555 Sun Valley Drive
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • 10 Points

    Stokes Skeet Charles A Ms Lmft

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    555 Sun Valley Drive
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • Allison Elizbeth Ms Ncc

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    555 Sun Valley Drive
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • Atlanta North Center For Change

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    490 Sun Valley Drive
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • Balanced Life Christian Counseling

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    980 Canton Street
    Roswell, GA 30075
  • Miriam R Bellamy

    Miriam R Bellamy

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    1014 Canton Street
    Roswell, GA 30075
  • Bogartz Barbara Ms Lpc

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    490 Sun Valley Drive
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • Day Robin LPC

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    490 Sun Valley Drive
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • Ford-Digman Nancy Ms Lpc Ncc

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    14 Norcross Street
    Roswell, GA 30075
  • Fordham Cheryl Ceap

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    1014 Canton Street
    Roswell, GA 30075
  • Alan A Garrison

    Alan A Garrison

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    10933 Crabapple Road
    Roswell, GA 30075
  • Gay Mary F Lpc

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    490 Sun Valley Drive Suite 205
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • Highlands Program

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    500 Sun Valley Drive Suite B4
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • Laura Imperial

    Laura Imperial

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    700 Old Roswell Lakes Parkway
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • Laura Imperial LMFT

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    700 Old Roswell Lakes Park
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • Lauria Edward C Ms LMFT

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    555 Sun Valley Drive
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • Michael L Lawwill

    Michael L Lawwill

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    1014 Canton St.
    Roswell, GA 30075
  • Mannix Daniel N Lcsw

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    980 Canton Street
    Roswell, GA 30075
  • McConaghie Family Counseling

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    580 West Crossville Road Suite 203
    Roswell, GA 30075
  • Moeller Fred T & Associates

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    804 Bombay Lane
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • Roberts Doris Parker Lcsw Bcd

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    11205 Alpharetta Highway Suite E2
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • Schrader Gene Medical Lft

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    555 Sun Valley Drive
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • SIWY James M Phd Marriage Counselor

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    555 Sun Valley Drive
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • The Center For Integrative Therapy

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    1055 Canton Street
    Roswell, GA 30075
  • The Center For Psychotherapy And Healing Arts

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    1014 Canton Street
    Roswell, GA 30075
  • The Roswell Therapy Group

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    555 Sun Valley Drive
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • Trussel Daniel Dr

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    980 Canton Street
    Roswell, GA 30075
  • Wellspring Counseling

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    700 Old Roswell Lakes Park
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • Windham Lorie Ms LPC

    Distance: 17.56 mi
    555 Sun Valley Drive
    Roswell, GA 30076
  • Counseling Resources Inc

    Distance: 17.64 mi
    969 Okelly Street Southeast
    Conyers, GA 30012
  • Healthy Start Perinatal Services

    Distance: 17.64 mi
    954 South Main Street Northeast
    Conyers, GA 30013
  • Maximus Correctional Service

    Distance: 17.64 mi
    2375 Wall Street Southeast
    Conyers, GA 30013
  • Maximus Correctional Services

    Distance: 17.64 mi
    2375 Wall Street Southeast
    Conyers, GA 30013
  • McDaniel Patsy Medical

    Distance: 17.64 mi
    969 Okelly Street Southeast
    Conyers, GA 30012

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