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The Family Institute at Northwestern University
Online Master of Science in Marriage & Family Therapy
- Online USA
- Evanston, USA
MSc
Full time, Part time
24 Months
Distance learning
English
MFT@Northwestern equips future practitioners with a systemic and integrative perspective to focus on their clients’ concerns within relational and larger systemic contexts. Students gain tools to value client participation, viewing treatment plans with a social-justice lens.
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University of West Alabama Online
Master of Science: Family Counseling Option
- Livingston, USA
MSc
Full time, Part time
1 Year
Distance learning
English
Adopt expert therapy methods through the University of West Alabama's online Master of Science in Family Counseling. The program is designed for working professionals looking to get a degree while maintaining work and personal commitments. You'll develop strategies for bringing about the desired change in relationships.
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Instituto Superior De Estudios Psicológicos ISEP
Master in Clinical Sexology and Couples Therapy
- Barcelona, Spain
- Madrid, Spain + 2 more
Master
Full time, Part time
9 Months
Distance learning, On-Campus
Spanish
The Master in Clinical Sexology and Couples Therapy is based on a solid scientific and multidisciplinary training on the different aspects of sexual dysfunctions that affect the human being and couple relationships from a biopsychosocial perspective.
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UNIR - Mexico
Master's Degree in Family Educational Guidance
- Online Mexico
Master
Part time
18 Months
Distance learning
Spanish
The Master's Degree in Educational Guidance will teach you to analyze, diagnose and provide solutions to problematic educational situations, as well as to resolve situations of attention to diversity in the family environment. You can work as head of education and social work.
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Northeastern Illinois University
M.A. in Couple and Family Counseling
- Chicago, USA
MA
Full time, Part time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Make a positive impact on families and their lives. Develop the knowledge and skills needed to help couples and families in need of support and counseling.
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Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) with a Concentration in Couples and Family Counseling
- Richmond, USA
Master
Full time, Part time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The M.Ed. in Counselor Education with a concentration in couples and family counseling is a 60-credit-hour program designed to prepare students for careers as counselors in clinics, health care centers, schools and private practice. The program focuses on training to address a range of personal and professional problems faced by individuals, couples and families through a systemic framework.
Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology
MA in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy with Latinx Communities
- Los Angeles, USA
- Calabasas, USA + 1 more
MA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with Latinx Communities degree program will prepare students to serve Latinx individuals, couples, families, and communities as licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT) or licensed professional clinical counselors (LPCC) in California. This cohort-based program is administered through Aliento, The Center for Latinx Communities. Through a clinical and practice-based course of study that includes Latinx-specific content and experiential Spanish-language development courses, students will learn the academic and applied foundations of marriage and family therapy, and community, liberation, and counseling psychologies within a Latinx mental health context.
Barry University Adrian Dominican School of Education
MARITAL, COUPLE, AND FAMILY COUNSELING, MS
- Miami Shores, USA
MSc
Full time, Part time
66 hours
On-Campus
English
Marital, Couple and Family Counseling provides students with an introduction to systemic theories and practices for future therapeutic work with couples and families. Clinical skills are developed to help couples and families deal with relationship issues, life cycle and developmental crises, and other issues affecting family and couple life and living.
Abilene Christian University College of Arts and Sciences
MASTER OF MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPY
- Abilene, USA
Master
Full time
Distance learning, On-Campus
English
ACU’s Master of Marriage and Family Therapy program prepares you for Christian service and leadership in various secular and faith-based settings where you can help families and couples work through and cope with difficult issues.
University Of Savoie Mont Blanc
Master in Neuropsychology
- Chambéry, France
Master
Full time
On-Campus
French
The training offered in the neuropsychology speciality prepares the student to fulfil these missions: clinical interviews, assessments and diagnoses, assessment of residual skills, assessment of emotional, sociocognitive difficulties, screening and advice, assessment of disability, rehabilitation care, follow-up, support, patient and family accompaniment, forensic expertise work, participation in therapeutic, educational, training and research projects.
Cencalli Institute of Family Therapy
Master in Family Therapy
- México, Mexico
Master
On-Campus
Spanish
Develops clinical skills for the prevention, care, and rehabilitation of family and relationship problems, under supervised practices. The content includes the main schools and models of Family Therapy, management of the couple; and specific issues such as violence, chronic illness, school failure, addictions, etc. Objective: To train human resources with high clinical preparation for the prevention, care, and rehabilitation of family problems, in addition to having training in quantitative and qualitative methodology for research applied to the family.
St Cloud State University Herberger Business School
Family Studies MS
- St. Cloud, USA
MSc
On-Campus
English
As you prepare to guide parents toward new ideas, a degree in Family Studies will train you to provide emotional support to parents learning about the important role of raising children. You will develop skills to study parent and family issues related to early childhood family education and family studies as you focus on understanding children's behavior and development in the context of family and community life.
Oklahoma State University College of Education and Human Sciences
Master's in Developmental and Family Science
- Stillwater, USA
Master
On-Campus
English
The Master of Science in Human Development and Family Science, option in Developmental and Family Science, integrates integrating theory, research, and application to address key issues that affect individual and family risk and resilience. Graduate students gain a lifespan perspective on human development, studying family and individual development in various contexts. The degree program is available on the Stillwater and Tulsa campuses.
Mercy College
Master in Marriage and Family Therapy
- Dobbs Ferry, USA
- New York, USA
MSc
Part time
5 semesters
On-Campus
English
This Master of Science Degree is registered by the New York State Education Department, Office of Professional Affairs, to offer the master's degree for licensure-eligibility in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Florida State University - Department of Family and Child Sciences
M.S. in Family and Child Science
- Tallahassee, USA
MSc
Full time
4 semesters
On-Campus
English
The Department of Family and Child Sciences (FCS) offers a Master’s in Family and Child Sciences. The degree advances students for careers in higher education, government agencies, and businesses in the private sector.
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What is Family Psychology?
Family psychology is the scientific study of family dynamics and the ways in which families interact with each other. It focuses on how families function in terms of their relationships, communication, and overall structure. Family psychologists work to understand how families interact and how they can improve their relationships. They also work to assist families in times of crisis, such as divorce or death. Family psychologists also work with children and adolescents to help them cope with family issues. They may work with parents to teach them effective parenting skills or help families deal with difficult issues such as substance abuse or domestic violence. family psychologists may also provide therapy to families who are going through a difficult time.
What can I do with a degree in Family Psychology?
A degree in family psychology can lead to a career in research, teaching, or clinical practice. Family psychologists may work in hospitals, clinics, private practices, or research laboratories. They may also work in schools, government agencies, or organizations that provide services to families. Many family psychologists also choose to pursue careers in education or public policy.
Different types of Family Psychology degrees
A bachelor's degree in family psychology will typically take four years to complete. During your studies, you'll take courses on topics such as family dynamics, human development, and communication. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in internships or field placements. A master's degree in family psychology will typically take two to three years to complete. During your studies, you'll take advanced courses on topics such as psychopathology, assessment, and intervention. You'll also have the opportunity to conduct research and write a thesis. A doctoral degree in family psychology will prepare you for a career in research or clinical practice. During your studies, you'll take advanced courses on topics such as psychopathology, assessment, and intervention.
Master-level studies involve specialized study in a field of research or an area of professional practice. Earning a master’s degree demonstrates a higher level of mastery of the subject.
Earning a master’s degree can take anywhere from a year to three or four years. Before you can graduate, you usually must write and defend a thesis, a long paper that is the culmination of your specialized research.