About

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.



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$58.5k

Annual median Salary

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Education

Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).


79%

Master's degree

10%

Professional degree

5%

Doctoral degree

Careers

Typical Job Titles

Clinical Therapist

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)

Outpatient Therapist

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