American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy

American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy We represent the professional interests of more than 25,000 marriage and family therapists throughout the United States, Canada and abroad. Find a Marriage
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The American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) is the professional association for the field of marriage and family therapy. We represent the professional interests of more than 50,000 marriage and family therapists throughout the United States, Canada and abroad. Views or opinions represented on this page are not necessarily the views or opinions of AAMFT and its employees, unless explicitly stated. All content provided is informational only and not a substitute for therapeutic purposes. To find a therapist, visit www.therapistlocator.net. AAMFT reserves the right to delete any comments deemed to be inappropriate or in violation of AAMFT’s Code of Ethics.

Your voice can shape the future of MFT. Learn how to advocate effectively, earn 2 CEs, and show your commitment to the p...
11/26/2025

Your voice can shape the future of MFT. Learn how to advocate effectively, earn 2 CEs, and show your commitment to the profession with AAMFT’s Advocacy Certificate. Available only through year’s end—don’t miss it! LINK: https://givebutter.com/advocacycertificate

Dr. Josh Bolle discusses “Fostering Intersectional Body Image” in the latest issue of Family Therapy magazine.https://ow...
11/26/2025

Dr. Josh Bolle discusses “Fostering Intersectional Body Image” in the latest issue of Family Therapy magazine.

https://ow.ly/vAQT50XycPR

Love knows no borders — but culture, language, and values shape every relationship.In AAMFT’s Handbook of Systemic Famil...
11/26/2025

Love knows no borders — but culture, language, and values shape every relationship.
In AAMFT’s Handbook of Systemic Family Therapy, Volume III, the chapter “Clinical Work With Intercultural Couples” explores how therapists can navigate the complexities and strengths of intercultural partnerships. This chapter offers insight into communication, power dynamics, cultural identity, and resilience — providing clinicians with tools to help couples bridge differences and build deeper understanding across cultures.

📘 Explore Vol III here:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1119702224?ref_=dbs_m_mng_rwt_calw_thcv_2&storeType=ebooks

AAMFT signed onto a brief filed with the US Supreme Court in opposition to state laws that prohibits transgender women a...
11/25/2025

AAMFT signed onto a brief filed with the US Supreme Court in opposition to state laws that prohibits transgender women and girls from participating in women’s and girls’ sports. Learn more at the link below. https://ow.ly/IwJU50XxCTa

11/25/2025

In this video, Dr. Jeff Bryson expands on his chapter “Ethics and the Court System” from AAMFT’s Systemic Ethics Textbook, reflecting on the practical side of ethics in the courtroom. Dr. Bryson reflects on real-world examples of ethics in the courtroom — the kinds of situations therapists and students could truly learn from. In this discussion, he shares insights gained from years of experience, including lessons from the judges who helped him understand not just the content, but what it means to be an ethical, effective witness.

📘Learn more about ethics in the courtroom by reviewing The Systemic Ethics Textbook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJPTGPWW

New From JMFT📣Promoting Parent Agency Across the World Through the Parent Hope Project: The Difference Bowen Family Syst...
11/24/2025

New From JMFT📣
Promoting Parent Agency Across the World Through the Parent Hope Project: The Difference Bowen Family Systems Theory Makes. Learn more at the link below.
https://ow.ly/kC7w50Xx2cI

International Survivors of Su***de Loss Day reminds us of the importance of connection, compassion, and culturally compe...
11/22/2025

International Survivors of Su***de Loss Day reminds us of the importance of connection, compassion, and culturally competent care for those impacted by depression and su***de.

In Cultural Compass Volume One, Section One: Depression and Suicidality explores how systemic inequities, discrimination, and intergenerational trauma heighten mental health risks in marginalized communities. This section emphasizes culturally responsive, trauma-informed approaches that validate lived experiences, build trust, and reduce stigma — empowering therapists to support healing and hope.

📘 Explore Cultural Compass on VitalSource:
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Join us next month for the "Navigating Multiple Professional Relationships in Clinical Settings" webinar led by Dr. Mega...
11/21/2025

Join us next month for the "Navigating Multiple Professional Relationships in Clinical Settings" webinar led by Dr. Megan Doblin-MacNab, Shelby Riley, LMFT, and Dr. John Robbins.
Learn more at the link below.

https://www.aamft.org/AAMFT/Events/Webinars.aspx

11/19/2025

In this video, Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers shares real-world examples from her chapter “How Can MFTs Pay Attention to Sexual Ethics” in AAMFT’s Systemic Ethics Textbook.

She explores the intersection of biology, spirituality, and sexuality, illustrating how therapists can navigate complex situations — like working with an LDS couple balancing faith, identity, and family. Dr. Sellers reflects on the importance of awareness and training, reminding clinicians that there is always more happening in the therapy room than meets the eye.

📘 Read Dr. Sellers full chapter in the Systemic Ethics Textbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJPTGPWW

Even in our screen-saturated world, small digital gestures can keep relationships alive.In Pebbling and the Importance o...
11/18/2025

Even in our screen-saturated world, small digital gestures can keep relationships alive.
In Pebbling and the Importance of Bids for Connection, Danna Abraham, PhD, LMFT, and Afarin Rajaei, PhD, LMFT, explore how “pebbling”—sharing memes, clips, or messages—can serve as modern bids for connection that sustain intimacy and care.

Read more on AAMFT’s Systemic Insights: https://ow.ly/aHQc50XtwL9

Attention VA Community Care Providers! The VA is introducing a new way for MFTs and other community care providers to co...
11/17/2025

Attention VA Community Care Providers! The VA is introducing a new way for MFTs and other community care providers to connect their online scheduling systems with the VA. Attend the November on 18 at 1:00 ET to learn more.

Webinar link: https://ow.ly/8vPS50Xt8Ra

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