How do they match: Marriage and Family Therapists

  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior, and other personal issues.
  • Confer with clients to develop plans for posttreatment activities.
  • Encourage individuals and family members to develop and use skills and strategies for confronting their problems in a constructive manner.
  • Provide public education and consultation to other professionals or groups regarding counseling services, issues, and methods.

  • Develop treatment plans for patients or clients.
  • Advise others on social or educational issues.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling or educational programs.