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Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2003 Many graduate programs in Marriage and Family Therapy exist: Some questions– Is the program AAMFT approved? Does it rely on live supervision? Is there a specific course on ethics and families? Are trainees encouraged to adopted one particular model of family therapy? What internship opportunities are there?

Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2003 Once you’ve begun training: You may be encouraged to conform to a specific therapeutic model. It’s not a bad way to anchor yourself to systems thinking. Later, you can modify your approach to suit your style and the population you serve.

Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2003 Post-graduate training issues to consider: Far too many discontinue post-graduate training before they’ve mastered their craft. Those who do so tend not to be very competent therapists.

Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2003 Supervision The goal is to develop the trainee’s abilities, facilitate the therapy process, and ensure client welfare. The supervisor is legally responsible for the supervisee’s behavior.

Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2003 Websites to visit: For more on training programs in the U.S.– mfte.htm For information on state licensure in marriage & family therapy– dcontacts.htm