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Coupeville (21.13 mi)

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98250 (2) (9.24 mi)
98221 (2) (12.23 mi)
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98257 (2) (18.13 mi)
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  • Island Physical Therapy Center

    1211 24th Street
    Lopez Island, WA 98261
  • Grout Susan R Ma Lmhc

    Distance: 6.92 mi
    Po Box 2373
    Friday Harbor, WA 98250
  • Planned Parenthood

    Distance: 6.92 mi
    55 2nd Street North Suite 102
    Friday Harbor, WA 98250
  • Bosworth Judith Ma Lmhc

    Distance: 12.07 mi
    1020 9th Street
    Anacortes, WA 98221
  • Pregnancy Care Clinic

    Distance: 12.07 mi
    913 6th Street
    Anacortes, WA 98221
  • Pregnancy Care Clinic

    Distance: 17.74 mi
    670 Southeast Midway Boulevard
    Oak Harbor, WA 98277
  • Washington Pave

    Distance: 17.74 mi
    Po Box 2056
    Oak Harbor, WA 98277
  • Pransky & Associates

    Distance: 18.96 mi
    210 Morris Street
    La Conner, WA 98257
  • Wharton Jean Phd

    Distance: 18.96 mi
    509 South 2nd
    La Conner, WA 98257
  • Marisa  LaRue
    110 Points

    Marisa LaRue

    Whidbey Island Counseling
    Distance: 21.12 mi
    107 South Main Street
    Coupeville, WA 98239
  • Bethany Christian Services

    Distance: 25.24 mi
    902 North State Street Suite 102
    Bellingham, WA 98225
  • Bridget Gordon LICSW

    Distance: 25.24 mi
    1712 D Street
    Bellingham, WA 98225
  • Dalton Michelle Mft

    Distance: 25.24 mi
    1903 D Street
    Bellingham, WA 98225
  • Feutz Constance MA

    Distance: 25.24 mi
    1414 F Street
    Bellingham, WA 98225
  • Haskins & Henderson

    Distance: 25.24 mi
    203 West Holly Street
    Bellingham, WA 98225
  • Haskins M Suzy Counselor

    Distance: 25.24 mi
    Po Box 5521
    Bellingham, WA 98227
  • Mother Baby Center

    Distance: 25.24 mi
    851 Coho Way
    Bellingham, WA 98225
  • Papritz Erik Licensed Mental Health Counselor

    Distance: 25.24 mi
    1210 10th Street
    Bellingham, WA 98225
  • Stepping Stones Resources & Counseling Center

    Distance: 25.24 mi
    2209 Elm Street
    Bellingham, WA 98225
  • Whatcom County Pregnancy Center

    Distance: 25.24 mi
    1310 North State Street
    Bellingham, WA 98225
  • Amanda Light LMHC

    Distance: 25.36 mi
    Uptowne Centre
    Mount Vernon, WA 98273
  • Dion L. Menser

    Dion L. Menser

    Distance: 25.36 mi
    407 Main St
    Mount Vernon, WA 98273
  • Planned Parenthood

    Distance: 25.36 mi
    900 East College Way Suite 120
    Mount Vernon, WA 98273
  • Skagit Behavioral Health

    Distance: 25.36 mi
    406 South 1st Street Suite 308
    Mount Vernon, WA 98273
  • Camwood Counseling Services Inc

    Distance: 29.19 mi
    9926 271st Street Northwest
    Stanwood, WA 98292
  • Epp Carl C Phd

    Distance: 29.19 mi
    9926 271st Street Northwest
    Stanwood, WA 98292
  • Francis Virginia PhD

    Distance: 29.19 mi
    9926 271st Street Northwest
    Stanwood, WA 98292
  • Northwest Alternatives

    Distance: 29.19 mi
    9926 271st Street Northwest
    Stanwood, WA 98292
  • Skagit Valley Hospital

    Distance: 29.19 mi
    9631 269th Street Northwest
    Stanwood, WA 98292
  • Stanwood Health Clinic

    Distance: 29.19 mi
    9631 269th Street Northwest
    Stanwood, WA 98292

Nearby Cities

Friday Harbor (6.93 mi)
Anacortes (12.08 mi)
Oak Harbor (17.75 mi)
La Conner (18.97 mi)
Coupeville (21.13 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