Details Report for:
21-1013.00 - 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.
Sample of reported job titles: Clinical Therapist, Counselor, Family Therapist, Human Relations Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Marriage and Family Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), Outpatient Therapist, Play Therapist
Tasks | Technology Skills | Tools Used | Knowledge | Skills | Abilities | Work Activities | Detailed Work Activities | Work Context | Job Zone | Education | Credentials | Interests | Work Styles | Work Values | Related Occupations | Wages & Employment | Job Openings | Additional Information
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Technology Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Accounting software — Intuit QuickBooks
- Data base user interface and query software — Microsoft Access
- Electronic mail software — Microsoft Outlook
- Internet browser software — Web browser software
- Medical software — Advantage Software Psych Advantage; eMDs Medisoft; SumTime Software SumTime; Synergistic Office Solutions SOS Case Manager (see all 20 examples)
- Office suite software — Microsoft Office
- Presentation software — Microsoft PowerPoint
- Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel
- Word processing software — Microsoft Word
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Tools Used Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Building blocks — Toy block sets
- Desktop computers
- Doll houses
- Dolls
- Laser printers — Computer laser printers
- Notebook computers — Laptop computers
- Personal computers
- Personal digital assistant PDAs or organizers — Personal digital assistants PDA
- Photocopiers — Photocopying equipment
- Special purpose telephones — Multi-line telephone systems
- Stuffed animals or puppets — Hand puppets
- Videoconferencing systems — Videoconferencing equipment
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Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Detailed Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Counsel clients or patients regarding personal issues.
- Teach life skills or strategies to clients or their families.
- Develop treatment plans for patients or clients.
- Maintain client records.
- Collect information about clients.
- Counsel clients regarding interpersonal issues.
- Interview clients to gather information about their backgrounds, needs, or progress.
- Confer with clients to discuss treatment plans or progress.
- Collaborate with other professionals to assess client needs or plan treatments.
- Evaluate characteristics of individuals to determine needs or eligibility.
- Refer clients to community or social service programs.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling or educational programs.
- Monitor clients to evaluate treatment progress.
- Supervise workers providing client or patient services.
- Advise others on social or educational issues.
- Help clients get needed services or resources.
- Lead classes or community events.
- Present social services program information to the public.
- Write reports or evaluations.
- Counsel clients or patients with substance abuse issues.
Find occupations related to multiple detailed work activities
Work Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Job Zone Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Title | Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed |
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). |
Related Experience | Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience are needed for these occupations. Many require more than five years of experience. For example, surgeons must complete four years of college and an additional five to seven years of specialized medical training to be able to do their job. |
Job Training | Employees may need some on-the-job training, but most of these occupations assume that the person will already have the required skills, knowledge, work-related experience, and/or training. |
Job Zone Examples | These occupations often involve coordinating, training, supervising, or managing the activities of others to accomplish goals. Very advanced communication and organizational skills are required. Examples include pharmacists, lawyers, astronomers, biologists, clergy, neurologists, and veterinarians. |
SVP Range | (8.0 and above) |
Education
Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Work Styles Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Related Occupations Save Table (XLS/CSV)
19-3033.00 | Clinical and Counseling Psychologists |
19-3034.00 | School Psychologists |
21-1011.00 | Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors ![]() |
21-1012.00 | Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors ![]() |
21-1014.00 | Mental Health Counselors ![]() |
21-1021.00 | Child, Family, and School Social Workers ![]() |
21-1023.00 | Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers ![]() |
25-1066.00 | Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary ![]() |
Wages & Employment Trends
Median wages (2019) | $23.85 hourly, $49,610 annual |
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Employment (2019) | 66,200 employees |
Projected growth (2019-2029) | ![]() |
Projected job openings (2019-2029) | 7,900 |
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Top industries (2019) | Health Care and Social Assistance (78% employed in this sector)
Government (10%)
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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2019 wage data
and 2019-2029 employment projections
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"Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2019-2029). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.
Sources of Additional Information
Disclaimer: Sources are listed to provide additional information on related jobs, specialties, and/or industries. Links to non-DOL Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.
- American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
- American Association of Pastoral Counselors
- American Counseling Association
- American Family Therapy Academy
- American Psychological Association
- Association for Play Therapy
- EMDR International Association
- National Association of Forensic Counselors
- National Association of Social Workers
- National Board for Certified Counselors
- National Council on Family Relations
- National Register of Health Service Psychologists
- Occupational Outlook Handbook: Marriage and family therapists