Marriage and Family Therapists
- Human Services
Median Yearly Income
$60,703
Most Common Education Level
Master's or professional degree
Projected Job Growth
+12.99%
What do Marriage and Family Therapists do?
Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems. Apply psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the delivery of services to individuals, couples, and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed nervous and mental disorders.
Career Interests Areas
- Social
- Investigative
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