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.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Marriage and Family Therapists to increase by 13.5% between 2024 and 2034, from 76,300 to 86,600 jobs. Its estimate of 6,900 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($66,940), education (Master's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
76,300
Projected employment (2034)
86,600
Projected change (2024–2034)
14%
Annual openings (projected average)
6,900
Pay & Preparation
$66,940
Master's degree
None
Internship/residency
Essential Skills
Active Listening (4.75/5) • Social Perceptiveness (4.38/5) • Speaking (4.25/5) • Service Orientation (4.12/5) • Judgment and Decision Making (4/5) • Complex Problem Solving (4/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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