How do they match: Marriage and Family Therapists

  • Ask questions that will help clients identify their feelings and behaviors.
  • Encourage individuals and family members to develop and use skills and strategies for confronting their problems in a constructive manner.
  • Gather information from doctors, schools, social workers, juvenile counselors, law enforcement personnel, and others to make recommendations to courts for resolution of child custody or visitation disputes.
  • Provide instructions to clients on how to obtain help with legal, financial, and other personal issues.

  • Help clients get needed services or resources.
  • Advise others on social or educational issues.