U.S. Dept. of Labor code 21-1013.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

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.

What this job is about

Assist clients in overcoming personal and relational challenges through effective counseling.

What this work involves, step by step

AI can help most with the planning, drafting, and paperwork below — not the hands-on parts.

1
Gather client information
Collect information about clients using interviews and discussions to understand their issues.
2
Develop treatment plans
Create individualized treatment plans that address specific family relationship problems and personal issues.
3
Conduct counseling sessions
Encourage clients to identify their feelings and behaviors while providing guidance on constructive strategies.
4
Maintain case documentation
Keep detailed case files that include progress notes, evaluations, and recommendations for each client.
5
Coordinate with other professionals
Confer with other counselors and specialists to analyze cases and ensure comprehensive support for clients.

Tools used in this work

Intuit QuickBooksMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft TeamsMicrosoft WordZoom

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