Foundations in Marriage and Family Therapy

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A conceptual framework will be discussed in the context of the self of the therapist, the professional identity of the marriage and family therapist, issues of credentialing and consulting with other service providers, and ethical and legal issues specific to the practice of marriage and family therapy. The history, philosophy, and current marriage and family therapy trends are explored, and an overview of theoretical concepts, intervention strategies, and research unique to family systems and relational units will be covered. A conceptual framework will be discussed in the context of the self of the therapist, the professional identity of the marriage and family therapist, issues of credentialing and consulting with other service providers, and ethical and legal issues specific to the practice of marriage and family therapy. The history, philosophy, and current marriage and family therapy trends are explored, and an overview of theoretical concepts, intervention strategies, and research unique to family systems and relational units will be covered.