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About the Department of Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapy offers master of arts (M.A.) and doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees in marriage and family therapy. Students gain a solid knowledge of marriage and family therapy theory and techniques. Students get extensive hands-on training, both at the Goldberg Couple and Family Therapy Center, an on-campus clinical training and research facility, and at local community sites.
Beginning in Fall 2011, the Marriage and Family Therapy program will change from a 45-credit to a 60-credit degree program. This change reflects the current national trend requiring a 60-credit degree for licensure.
For students whose work and family schedules or financial means are not conducive to full-time graduate study, the M.A. in MFT is available as a part-time program. Working closely with the chair and faculty advisors, students carefully plan their 60-credit requirements on a part-time basis to ensure they are completed in three years.
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Meet Our Marriage & Family Therapy Students
The Department of Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) at Syracuse University has offered one of the longest-standing and most distinguished programs of its kind in the country for more than four decades. Opportunities as a student in the program are plentiful and diverse, spanning hands-on work at the on-site Goldberg Couple and Family Therapy Center to gaining experience through numerous long-time partnerships with community agencies and organizations. Hear what some of our students have to say about their experiences.
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MFT Department Director Joins IABMCP Professional Advisory Council
 The Department of Marriage and Family Therapy’s Director, Thom deLara has been selected to serve on the professional advisory council for the International Academy of Behavioral Medicine Counseling and Psychotherapy (IABMCP). DeLara will serve with a distinguished board whose members are academic and medical leaders.
The IABMCP is an international, multi-disciplinary, non-profit professional association which focuses upon the entire spectrum of behavioral medicine, counseling, psychotherapy, chemical dependency counseling and coaching. The association’s members represent a wide variety of professions including, psychiatry, psychology, social work, counseling, coaching, medicine, chiropractic and human resources.
MFT Presents Annual Summary Newsletter
The Department of Marriage and Family Therapy is pleased to present their Annual Summary Newsletter, providing departmental updates and information. Click here to access the newsletter.
MFT to Co-Host Conference
The Department of Marriage and Family Therapy in collaboration with It’s About Childhood & Family, Inc, the Jowonio School and Families with Children from China is pleased to host a two day seminar for parents, social workers, counselors, psychologists and therapists on Enhancing Attachments: Parent and Professional Skill-Building for Healthier Children and Families, featuring Lark Eshleman, Ph.D. on September 30 - October 1 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Please see the conference brochure for further information and to register.
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Current MFT students share their experiences
The Department of Marriage and Family Therapy at Syracuse University was conceived 40 years ago by Bernice M. Wright, then Dean of the College for Home Economics, Robert Pickett, then Chair of the Department of Family Relations and Child Development, and Harvey Noordsy, then Executive Director of the Onondaga Pastoral Counseling Center.
Today, this program has grown to become one of the most respected graduate-degree granting programs in the field. Listen to what current students have to share about their experiences:
MFT’s Reichert-Schimpff, Watson Earn AAMFT Certification
 Knowing therapeutic services can change individuals’ and families’ lives in very significant and positive ways, two instructors in the Department of Marriage and Family Therapy have recently completed a rigorous certification program through the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) to ensure Syracuse University students are prepared to meet a diverse array of client needs. Read more...
New 60-credit M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy announced
To help students meet state licensing requirements for marriage and family therapy regardless of which state(s) they choose to practice in upon successful completion of their graduate study, the Department of Marriage and Family Therapy announced its M.A. program will move from a 45-credit hour curriculum to a 60-credit program beginning Fall 2011.
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New facility helps MFT expand scope of education, clinical experiences
As the Department of Marriage and Family Therapy marks its 40th anniversary, its new location at 1045 James Street has allowed for expanded clinical training that benefits both students and the local community.
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Welcome to the Department of Marriage and Family Therapy
Thom deLara, M.S.W, M.B.A., serves as the department chair of Marriage and Family Therapy
Read a Message from the Chair
College Events
Ethical Issues in Developmental Disability Research: Issues & Responses
The Center for Bioethics & Humanities invites you to its upcoming Center Seminar with Katherine McDonald, P.h.D.
Date: Friday, May 11, 2012
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Location: 4507 Setnor hall
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Important Information for Class of 2012 Convocation & Commencement
Congratulations to the Class of 2012! The Falk College is looking forward to celebrating our students and their accomplishments. On Saturday, May 12, 2012, the Falk College will hold its Convocation for graduating students, their families and friends in Manley Field House at 4 p.m.
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