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Marriage and family therapists train in psychotherapy and other counseling methods to advise people about thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that affect interpersonal relationships. Through assessment and guidance, they help individuals, couples, families, and others ensure the well-being of their relationships. Requirements include a master's or doctoral degree in a Department-registered Marriage and Family Therapy licensure program, or the equivalent, at least 1,500 client-contact hours of supervised practice in an acceptable setting, and the Examination in Marital and Family Therapy. They may work in marriage and family clinics, social service agencies, healthcare settings, courts and prisons, and behavioral health agencies and programs.