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  • Tuttle Cindy

    Distance: 23.54 mi
    1 Wakefield
    Lewiston, ME 04240
  • Weaver Jas Psychologist

    Distance: 23.54 mi
    179 Lisbon Street
    Lewiston, ME 04240
  • ZORN Ronald Counselor

    Distance: 23.54 mi
    222 Pine Street
    Lewiston, ME 04240
  • Banks- Carole LCSW

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    8 Stanwood Street
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Bartlett Leslie Lcpc

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    9 Everett Street
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Bellville David C PhD

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    4 Stanwood Street
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Blain Laurie

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    39 Baribeau Drive
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Davis Pat Lcsw

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    98 Maine Street
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Evans Geoffrey F Psychologist

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    18 Lincoln Street
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Hamer Meredith Psychotherapist

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    153 Park Row
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Johnson Eileen W Counselor

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    6 Cumberland Street
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Lifeline of Mid Coast Hospital

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    240 Maine Street
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Linda Heller Lcsw

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    9 Everett Street
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Lyon Katharine

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    8 Stanwood Street
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Maloney Judy

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    6 Cumberland
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Northup Allen Counselor

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    169 Park Row Suite 7
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Rosenfield Howard T MD

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    169 Park Row Suite 7
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Rosenzweig Michaelanne

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    232 Coombs Road
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Thacher Sarah A Lcsw Ladc

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    10 Cumberland Street
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Wear-Finkle Deborah Md Mpa

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    53 Pleasant Street
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Wellen Andrew Lcsw

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    10 Cumberland Street
    Brunswick, ME 04011
  • Whiteside Nancy D

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    39 Baribeau Drive
    Brunswick, ME 04011
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    Marcus-Platz Paula Counselor

    Distance: 24.36 mi
    10 Minot Avenue
    Auburn, ME 04210
  • Bear Martha Lcpc-C

    Distance: 24.36 mi
    86 Main
    Auburn, ME 04210
  • Bloom & Rensink

    Distance: 24.36 mi
    384 Court Street
    Auburn, ME 04210
  • Brodeur Fred Lcsw

    Distance: 24.36 mi
    81 Main Street
    Auburn, ME 04210
  • Clark Sheri A Ms Lcpc

    Distance: 24.36 mi
    2 Great Falls Plaza
    Auburn, ME 04210
  • Clinical Counseling Associates Of Maine P A

    Distance: 24.36 mi
    2 Great Falls Plaza
    Auburn, ME 04210
  • Couples Conference & Counseling Center

    Distance: 24.36 mi
    86 Main
    Auburn, ME 04210
  • Crosby Ellen V

    Distance: 24.36 mi
    1441 Hotel Rd
    Auburn, ME 04210
  • Johnson THOS B

    Distance: 24.36 mi
    2 Goff Street
    Auburn, ME 04210
  • Normand George

    Distance: 24.36 mi
    81 Main Street
    Auburn, ME 04210
  • Paula Surrey L C S W A C S W M S W

    Distance: 24.36 mi
    2 Willow Run
    Auburn, ME 04210
  • Reynolds Geo J

    Distance: 24.36 mi
    267 Stevens Mill Rd
    Auburn, ME 04210
  • Vaughan WM L Psychologist

    Distance: 24.36 mi
    19 Aquamarine Court
    Auburn, ME 04210
  • Whiting ROBT B

    Distance: 24.36 mi
    2800 Hotel Road
    Auburn, ME 04210
  • Klinikos Pa

    Distance: 24.83 mi
    16 South Union Road
    Union, ME 04862

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