| Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT’s or Family Therapists) are trained in psychotherapy and family systems. The focus on understanding their client’s symptoms and interaction patterns within their existing environment. MFT’s treat individuals as well as couples and families. Families can be seen as a system built by relationships between individuals.
Regardless of the client, Family Therapists treat from a relationship perspective that incorporates family systems. Family –based interventions are also effective for persons with medical problems. Treatment outcomes show improvement in the identified patient, as well as in other family members. |
