Centered on relationships, students in the Marital and Family Therapy (MFT) program focus on cultivating a deeper understanding of how family interactions and social connections affect our daily lives. Students prepare to become Registered Associate Marital and Family Therapists and continue their training in preparation for licensure as Licensed Marital and Family Therapists (LMFTs).
The MFT Program prepares students for licensure by the Board of Behavioral Sciences (California) and is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy (COAMFTE)
12-month clinical practicum in community sites
Full-time students graduate in 2 years
1,000 hours toward the 3,000 hours required for MFT licensure in California
Clinical interests
The Marital and Family Therapy program offers a rich and diverse clinical experience for students to become family therapists. Working in agencies within the San Diego community, students gain a wide range of clinical opportunities specializing in the areas listed below.
Family-based Care
Integrated Behavioral Health
Culture, Diversity and Global Mental Health
Training and Education
Couples Therapy
Interpersonal Neurobiology
See detailed information and data about the strengths of our COAMFTE-Accredited Marriage and Family Therapy Program.
Grants and scholarships
Grants and scholarships open up doors to the future. Students have access to a wide range of scholarships available including diversity-based, merit-based and others.
Making an impact in the field
Practicum settings in MFT
Offering a broad range of diverse client populations and presenting issues, students work in a community agency for one year caring for clients. Students choose where to complete their clinical work from a list of pre-approved agencies and practicum sites that best matches their interests and needs.
*This is not an exhaustive list of all practicum settings and doesn't guarantee placement with listed agencies.
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LPCC or LMFT Licensure?
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program and the Marital and Family Therapy program will set you up for success as you pursue state licensure. Review our comparison sheet and determine which program and licensure is the best fit for your personal and professional goals.
Questions?
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