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  1. Occupations
  2. Marriage and Family Therapists

Marriage and Family Therapists

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.

SOC: 21-1013.00

Common Job Titles

  • Clinical Therapist
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
  • Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)
  • Outpatient Therapist

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Marriage and Family Therapists (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

65,870

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $42,610. 25th percentile: U.S. $48,600. 50th percentile: U.S. $63,780. 75th percentile: U.S. $85,020. 90th percentile: U.S. $111,610. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$42,610
10% of workers earn the following or more$111,610
Workers on average earn$72,720

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Therapy and Counseling5.0/5
  • Psychology4.9/5
  • Customer and Personal Service4.0/5
  • Sociology and Anthropology3.9/5
  • English Language3.6/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Microsoft Word
  • Zoom

Technology Skills

  • Advantage Software Psych Advantage
  • American Medical Billing Software PMA
  • Anasazi Software Client Data System
  • Beaver Creek Software The THERAPIST
  • Blueberry Harbor Software Clinical Record Keeper
  • Care Paths eRecord
  • Casamba Smart
  • Cornucopia Software Practice MAGIC
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Computer laser printers
  • Desktop computers
  • Doll houses
  • Dolls
  • Hand puppets
  • Laptop computers
  • Multi-line telephone systems
  • Personal computers
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment

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Moderately Similar

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  • Social and Human Service Assistants 21-1093.00
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  • Recreational Therapists 29-1125.00
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Related

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  • Neuropsychologists 19-3039.02
  • Art Therapists 29-1129.01
  • Occupational Therapists 29-1122.00
  • Occupational Therapy Assistants 31-2011.00
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Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • Master's DegreeMaster of Social WorkIssuer: Troy University
  • Bachelor's DegreeSocial Work Program (BSW)Issuer: Troy University
  • Bachelor's DegreeSocial Work, BSIssuer: University of Alabama at Birmingham
  • Bachelor's DegreeSocial WorkIssuer: Jacksonville State University
  • Doctoral DegreeSocial Work, PhDIssuer: Alabama A&M University
  • Master's DegreeSocial Work, MSWIssuer: Alabama A&M University
  • Bachelor's DegreeSocial WorkIssuer: Alabama A&M University
  • Bachelor's DegreeSocial WorkIssuer: Auburn University at Montgomery
  • Master's DegreeSocial Work — MSWIssuer: Auburn University
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