How to Become a Marriage & Family Therapist in 10 Steps
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 ก.ค. 2024
- What’s Anya Mind?
Choosing therapy was one of the most rewarding decisions of my life! I love that I’m contributing to the health of both emotional and relational well-beings each day. So often, I hear from friends, family, and even clients that they’ve thought about being a counselor or therapist, and so many of them would be perfect for this role! Have you ever considered it? In today’s video, I break down the ten most important steps for becoming a therapist! This mainly applies to Marriage and Family Therapy, but can be a resource for social workers, professional counselors, school counselors, national certified counselors, life coaches, sex therapists, etc. I hope this is helpful!
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I'm 2 Internships away from completing my Master's degree in MFT. 👍🏾
Super close to the finish line! Congrats! ♥️
2 internships what? Why 2?
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I’m watching this at my corporate job at 31 and working on my GRE to get into school to become a therapist. I was so lost career wise I cannot even begin to tell you, but I focused on my natural skills: listening and empathy. I have so much, SO much to learn but I’m really excited for this journey. Thanks for the great video
I’m excited for you! If those are the things that you enjoy, you’ll love this line of work.
I’m 31 with a corporate job watching this too 👍
You’re not alone girl! I’m 23 w/ a psych degree debating whether or not to go back to school for dental hygiene so THAT can pay my bills until I become a LMFT
I am 31 and looking at i am seriously considering this path
Seeing this makes me feel better. I'm currently in the same boat but was feeling like I'm starting to late
This video was so informative!! I was a bit confused on how the entire process would look in practice. This video definitely was the information I needed to commit to LMFT. Thank you 🙏🏾
Steph Thanks so much for your videos! I have been watching before I found my internship. I just graduated with my Master’s in Family Therapy!! I will continue to watch and learn from you!!
Thank you for the video. I feel motivated to pursue my master’s degree and my journey to becoming a LMFT
Hi, Miss Steph!
I just really wanted to say thank you for your super informative videos! This is only the second one I’ve seen from you, but I’m most likely going to binge all the rest of what you’ve uploaded for us! I love your confidence in everything you share and how you just know that this is the exact help we need in our career path journeys. I appreciate that you do not beat around the bush! I was starting to lose sight of my passion and my dream career, but I thought, “let’s look more into it, maybe someone/something will remind me why this is what I want to do,” and BAM! You brought me back to my “why”. You make a really great mentor to those who want to do what you do but are afraid or intimidated by the journey. I hope and pray whoever wants to be that personal mentor to me when I get there and officially jump into whichever program I’m blessed with, that they’ll be as encouraging as you! Thank you, really, thank you!
-Denise G.
This comment made my day! So glad you’re finding that “why” again ♥️
Wow I'm so thankful that I found your channel! I'm definitely subscribing and bookmarking your channel you make it sound so easy, and I guess it is if you put your mind to it. So informative thanks a lot!
So glad to have you here!! ♥️
This is the first video I’ve seen of yours and you absolutely radiate positivity ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you so much!!
I’m so thankful for the wealth of knowledge you’re sharing with us! I’m so excited for this journey!!
I'm so glad!
This video was lovely and sooo helpful! Thank you!
I graduate in June and I’m interested in being a MFT since I was 10 but I do be a little confused about my steps so I’m glad I found your video.
this just help me see that i should attend grad school after i finish my BA. Thanks.
Hey,
Thank you for your time because this video is very helpful with a lot of information for this carrier.
We are literally on the exact same track! you got this.. love your videos
This was a really helpful video! I am interested in studying this field. I am also located in GA and was researching online schools but prefer a local school due to the intern you was talking about, I would have to travel to that state so knowing I can complete this closer to home is relieving. I just typed in TH-cam marriage and family therapist and you popped up lol. You have the same name as me and looks like you studied in atlanta as well haha so I’m thankful I ran across your channel Anna going to catch up on your videos and use your channel as a guide for my journey. Thank you so much for sharing your life with the world around you. I love you already twin😘❤️
Woah! That is a lengthy process but you made it sound easy and fun! I can tell you love what you do. Very inspiring! 😊
It goes so fast! I really do. Thank you for watching!
This was so so helpful thank you so much for putting all that information in on video and saying it in an understandable way. I still have 9 more months until I finish my bachelors degree in Psychology and going to start the whole process you were talking about. Honestly it's pretty intimidating....But I hope I will have the will power to pull through. Again, thank you!
You’re so welcome! If you love counseling, the process will not feel as long as it sounds. Good luck!!
I'm getting my bachelor's in phycology pursuing a career as a lmft. I'm so glad I found your channel.
Welcome!!
Love that I found your channel! Thinking of going this route :) Thanks for sharing. Love your intro song and quality videos!
I’m glad you found it too ❤️. Thank you! Tell me any topics that would help in your decision
I admire the fact that you make it seem so easy and interesting. I am looking to be a Life coach but this has given me a little heads up on what to expect. 👍
It’s so rewarding! Thank you for watching ♥️
You have wonderful energy... Thank you for sharing 🙏
I just passed my California clinical exam today! I was listening to your videos on the drive to the testing center!
Yayyy!! Congratulations!!! 🎉
Wonderful synopsis - thank you for the video Stephanie I am looking into becoming a therapist :)
I appreciate you breaking down the steps! I'm almost done with my Bachelors son I still have a long way to go . I'm 53! woo chile😅😅
thank you so much I want to become a therapist when I grow up so this gives me a lot of knowledge of what I need
It is amazing to know how individuals look at those individuals who have received online training as not getting the proper education. I received my Associate and Bachelor degree online at University of Phoenix, and will be receiving my Masters degree In Marriage and Family Therapy at NCU. I have learned a lot from being online for school.
I am a visual learner and I am able to utilize what I have learned from going to school on line. I believe that online schools are no different from brick and morter school. Both help us to succeed.
thank you so much for making this video, I am finishing up my undergraduate degree and have been researching more into what steps I need to take next! Could you do a video on potential internship or experiences that can help before applying to a grad school program?
Hey, thank you for this video, I know a year has passed, but the information is still very helpful. I have a bachelors in psych and I’m a Lieutenant in the army looking at a possible career change, so I definitely appreciate this and I hope you get your full license soon!
thank you for your service
Reclassing to a BH( if you get your masters in social work)
Thanks alot for sharing this information !
I am currently in Film School, but my goal is to be a relationship therapist. I have been finding Master's Programs that work for me and will help me, and I am preparing as much as possible now for that future. This video helped me put it into more perspective and I am so excited to this!
Incredibly helpful!
Glad to hear that! Thank you!
I'm so thankful that I found your channel! Thank you for all of the great information!
So glad to have you here! If you have any specific topics that would be useful, please don’t hesitate to let me know.
I'm currently looking into graduate schools. Ideally an online program as I have two very young daughters. You mentioned in a video that you would share information on the school you chose. Have you made that video yet?
I have! I’ll upload it soon.
SO HELPFUL!
Super informative, thank you!
Loved this explanation! I’ve always wanted to be a life coach, still working on learning how to go about it. Also very classy video. Can you share what camera/lighting you used? Love the blurry ness on the background and you as the main focus!
Thank you for your kind words! Good luck with pursuing your passion. Someone needs you out there! I use a Canon 5d Mark II. I use natural lighting and the blurry background is achieved through a combination of manual focus and a wide open aperture setting. I hope this helps!
I used to hate Mondays, now I look forward to them. #WhatsAnyaMindMondays Great video!
Haha! So glad to brighten up your Monday!
I’m so glad to hear your in GA me too !
Thank you for this information! I just graduated from undergrad last year and I was planning on a few years off before going to grad school to just work. But with this information I might as well just start now lol. Honestly, this snapshot of the process just really made me more excited to fill out these school applications!
Yes! I really enjoyed the whole process even when my time became really limited. Let me know if any other topics would be helpful for you on this journey!
im so glad I found a channel where there is people like me. I'm on my way to becoming a marriage therapist as well, im super excited
I have Bachelor in law, can I study master in psychology and work in this feild
You look incredible!
Thank you very much for the information Steph, it was very helpful.
I currently finishing up my studies to get my B.Ed in secondary education Spanish and French. So I was excited to see that one actually needs a Bachelor to pursue the MFT.
I would love to know where I could apply for financial aid though. I welcome your suggestions.
Thank you for this informative video!!!
I’m so glad that I found this channel! I just graduate from my master’s program in Counseling Psychology and now I’m going to start pursuing my LMFTA license.
Congrats! You got this!
Me too!
@@StephAnya your a big help I just graduated this week with my Masters in MFT and I'm in the process of moving to Atlanta . Your information really helping me with the transition.
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Extremely informal. Thank You!!!!
Aww thank you for watching! ♥️
I appreciate you making this.. I got my MFT from NCU.. with covid I have been in such a funky trying to work toward my licensing but I'm going to control to work at it.
You’ve got this! The pandemic has stalled many things, but you’ll find your stride.
My plan was to become a school counselor but just getting my associates and bachelor's took almost 7 years, and that was full time, just not overloading. Currently, my plan is to return long enough to get my GPA back up enough for grad school but with my son now, I wonder if it will take even longer to complete everything when I still have to be working a full time job. I have been told I should just finish my teaching path and then move into counseling when a position opens but that could still take time. It can be worrisome to say the least. Thank you for your video. It filled in some blanks that I was missing.
Can you do a video on the difference between Counselors vs. Therapists vs. Psychologists vs. Social Workers?
I wish I had found your videos sooner. I take my licensure exam on Friday. It’s my second time taking it and I’m really hoping I pass. I wasted all my 5 years of internship and now my license expires in 7 months and I need to pass! 🤞🏾😬
LOVE this. I finished graduate school 1 1/2 ago and am about to apply for my LMFT-A and take my test. I would love to hear your thoughts on choosing a job as an intern and associate. I know one day I want to be apart of a private practice or group practice and would love to find somewhere to prepare me for this work.
Congrats and good luck! Thank you for that great video idea!
Hi Steph, thank you for the information. Would you please make a video step by step guide to becoming LMFT in Georgia without the AMFT process. Thank you in advance!
I’m currently in school getting an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My career goal is to be a LCMHC.
Hi Olympia! What state are you in? Are you up north?
Super helpful video. Thanks so much!
I’m glad you found it helpful! Let me know any other topics that would be useful for you. ♥️
@@StephAnya I'm looking forward to your video on how/why you chose your university. : )
Jasmine Harris thanks for reminding me!
I’m going to graduate from getting my bachelors next year & I am a single mom also so this long process kinda scares me I hope I finish quickly like you!
Thank you !
I am interested in becoming a Marriage and Family therapist and this video was extremely helpful and makes me excited to work with clients and get to know myself better. I would love to hear about how you studied for the Licensing Exam because that would be very beneficial for me. I was also wondering how much a Marriage Counselor at your level typically makes, if you don’t mind saying. I know that it varies by states, but the internet doesn’t really give me one answer.
I’m glad you found it helpful! Yes, I’ll cover both of those things. Thank you for those requests!
Very informative! Thank you! My question or concern rather, is state to state licensing. I’m from Detroit, MI but I moved to Tulsa, OK. In Michigan, you can become licensed as a Limited Licensed Psychologist but in Oklahoma, they don’t have that. Depending on the program, you can become an LPC or MFT here. So if I go back to my home state for school and become and LLP, what happens to that license if I move back to Oklahoma? Would I keep it and just become licensed in OK or would I have to go back to school to become an MFT?
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Thank you for this informations video.
I would highly recommend you looking into Paul Chek. Next level therapy that is beyond the University/Corporation dogma. Your amazing with great energy keep up the soul work.
So glad, I watched this, I have my masters in human services, and started the process to get my hours for my AAMFT
So glad to have you here! Let me know anything else that would be helpful for you.
@@StephAnya do you know how long it takes the board to approve an application?
@@camillegregory3064 In Georgia, it takes several weeks. I was waiting for a long time only to find out that they sent it to an incorrect email address. We're notorious for a very slow board.
@@StephAnya thanks
What is a AAMFT ?
Hey Steph!
Thank you SO much for the details about the COAMFTE accreditation. That has narrowed my search for MFT programs significantly. Now, I'm having a hard time knowing if it is wise to go to an online school in California. I live in Pennsylvania, and I'm concerned that if I do a California program (even if its COAMFTE accredited) that it won't be accepted in a lot of states. Portability is very importante to me, so I'm only looking at online programs that are COAMFTE accredited. Do you know anything about this? The California issue, specifically?
Great Video, My Daughter is Looking into it. My wife is LMFT
I'm still trying to decide whether this is my calling but this video was definitely informative! After taking a break from school before finishing my Bachelor's I'm trying to decide if more school is the right choice for me :)
Thank you so much for all your great advice. You are so pretty. .
How kind! Thank you ♥️
I am looking to become a LMFT. one of the major questions/concerns I have is the time it takes to get officially licensed. When you have an associates licensure, is your hourly rate typically much less? Of course, this career path for me isn't just about the money but I am curious because to me finances are very important (especially after attending graduate school)
Thanks! and congrats!
this video was super helpful! I do have a question: I’m currently in grad school getting my masters of social work. I hope to work in the field for a bit and then pursue my MFT license. would I have to go back to school and get a masters/doctorate in marriage and family therapy or would my MSW be sufficient? thanks again for this video! ⭐️
I appreciate What's Anya's Mind videos -- Was a fan before I started an MFT program, too. Do you know if typically, the 2-3K additional hours accumulated when you have an associate license are paid hours?
Hi! I recently discovered your YT page and I love it! thank you so much for these videos. I am an Aspiring MFT & your channel is definitely motivating.
Question: How do you feel about an online MFT grad school program?
Glad you like them! I graduated from one and have a few videos on it. I loved it!
@@StephAnya AHHHH YAY! This is excitinggg- I am gearing towards this- going to watch those videos now. God bless you!
Thank you for making this video. I hope to work towards a masters in MFT and eventually become a LMFT. Can I do an internship before my graduates program or is it only available for during graduates program?
Super helpful video. What difference does it make if the program is only regional accredited but not coamfte accredited?
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Considering this path after 4 years working in case management and family foster care. Ready to learn how to get in a masters program. Thanks !
Make sure the school is CACREP accredited. However, it depends on what kind of counseling you're going into. I'm currently in the practicum/ internship phase of my graduate program.
Ouuu I’d like to know why it felt like the better choice to become a therapist and go through this process versus becoming a relationship coach. Struggling to feel like it worth it because I’m so afraid of debt.
Im going to major in psychology and minoring in MFT.
Do we need any specific prerequisites to be able to apply? Kind of like how med students needed to have taken specific courses in order to apply.
HI, I have two questions for you: I am considering transferring to your alma mater. Do you have any advice? My second question has to do with what my school is calling Foundational Clinical Skills. Some of the skills are paraphrasing, summarizing, hedging, weaving etc. Have you made any videos on these skills and do you know any other term for the skills. Thanks.
I want to become one!
Her number of subs are so low for how amazing she is. I'd say she should use a trendy name and analyze a recording so she can get some recognition.
Throught those 4-6 years are any of the internships paid? Because I REALLY want to pursue this career but I have a child and I obviously need to provide for her. I’m unsure if I should just go straight to work after I get my BA and save up or just jump right into a master’s program
What accreditations should I look for in a masters program?
THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO!! I BELIEVE I CAN DO 4 YEARS..I ALREADY WASTED 15 SO..WHAT'S FOUR??! FOR A GREAT CAUSE. MY FOUNDATION! PRAY A GOOD PRAYER YOU GUYS..I AM 40 GOING ON 41 NEXT MONTH. LMAO I CAN DO IT!
You got this!
Greetings! I'm currently in a masters of psychology degree with a focus in ABA. I would like to also become a LMFT and incorporate the two specifically for families dealing with autism. I'm curious if it's possible to obtain a marriage and family therapist graduate certificate to sit for the national licensing exam in Georgia for associate license.
What are the supervision requirements hours for Georgia?
I live in Tennessee!
I just received my LCMHCA
Thank you for the information! As a an associate mft, can you open your own practice in GA or you have to wait until you're fully licensed?
You have to wait until you’re fully licensed OR practice under someone else who is fully licensed using
your own LLC under their license. It’s very confusing because it was recently changed.
Hello Anya, thank you for your video. I am writing because I'm about to graduate and was not clear on the additional 2000-3000 hours after taking the state exam. I thought or may have misunderstood but I thought that MFT hours are counted while we are in school, also I thought the only additional hours I would need would be 300 for the state of Georgia. The question I have is are we required to obtained an additional 2000-3000 hours after graduation?
What graduate schools would.you recommend in USA & Canada
You eloquently broke these processes down and even made it seem easy! Nice work girl! I would love to hear what you did to study for the exam? (Congratulations!!! on passing it btw!!!) I admire your honesty and excitement that you put into these videos. :)
Hi Brittany!! I’m so glad you’re enjoying them! I’ll definitely make that video. Let me know if you have any specific questions that you want me to address in that video.
Steph im just in 8th grade and in my future hs they have this career pathways they have health science do u recommend taking it to understand the body?
Super helpful, thank you! Do you get paid for your internship during your master’s?
I didn’t! Some people do though.
Do you do 4 years in school and then you practice ? So after I would get my Bach is psychology I would be able to practice as a counselor right ?
Hi Steph Anya, Thank you for your video! I'm interested in becoming an MFT, in your opinion, is an online graduate program equally as effective as a regular program? Or is a regular program still highly recommended? Thanks!
Hi Virginia! I loved my online experience. I have a video called the Pros and Cons of an Online Mental Health Program that goes more into depth.
Thanks for this video!! I'm thinking of becoming an mft
Thanks for watching! Let me know any other video topics that would help your decision.
I know you said you could really major in anything but I was given the option in undergrad to major in either psychology or sociology. Any thoughts on which would be better?
I'm an MFTI out of Nevada I have my masters already and am full on in the field gaining my hours. Nevada board requires a primary and secondary supervisor even after obtaining your masters. Does Georgia require that as well and does Georgia have reciprocity with other states for the MFT's who want to work in dual states. The National exam has been cut down 180 questions . I am curious to know what study materials you used and did you choose to study alone or by a group ? I have found the therapist development center to be the best so far, but I have also heard some people chose AMFTRB study materials.
I used AATBS! I have a video on it called “How I Passed the MFT Exam the 1st Time.”
This may be an odd question but have you ever heard of an LPC becoming an LMFT as well? And if so, how would one go about getting that 2nd license? Would they need to complete another master’s?
Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!! Your videos have been so helpful! ☺️
Hi Shawna! Yes I know quite a few people who are dual licensed. They didn’t complete another master’s. They just took the other exam and passed! In some cases, your state may require you to take a few extra classes to meet the requirement to sit for the exam. I hope that helps!
@@StephAnya That helps sooo much!! Thank you for that information and again thank you for your videos 🙂 Listening to your advice has helped me more than some of my own research while trying to figure out my path to a mental health profession. ❤️ I’ll be watching for more of your content!
Thanks so much for this video!! This is truly appreciated 🙂 I’m in GA too! Currently getting my MSW at UGA! Would I be able to contact you in regard to an assignment I have due for a current MFT class I’m taking? I have to interview a therapist and I haven’t found one yet ☹️
Hi Jozsalina! Thank you for watching! If you have the questions prepared, maybe you can shoot them to my business email in the description box. If you need to book a call for the interview, go to www.whatsanyamind.com. Good luck with this assignment! ♥️
Steph Anya, MFT thank you and will do!!
So does this also apply for RNs ?
Hey!! I start my MFT program this August in GA. 🙂 @ 11:40 "You apply to the state AGAIN." What does apply again look like? Is there another test to take to get fully licensed after accumulating those additional hours as an associate?
If you already taken and passed your test to become an AMFT then you don’t have to take another test! Some people skip AMFT and just take the test when they’re ready for full licensure. Book a consultation on my website if you’d like to discuss further! Happy to help.
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I’m stuck between studying to become a Physical Therapist or a MFT. Can you provide videos that talk about salary, job outlook, etc?
Look for my video, “Who gets PAID the most in mental health.” That may help even though of course there’s no mention of physical therapy in that video.