Marriage and family therapy helps individuals, couples and family members work through interpersonal conflicts and struggles using a variety of techniques—from cognitive behavioral therapy to crisis management and include but are not limited to:

• Encouraging clients to discuss their emotions and experiences.

• Helping clients process emotions and adjust to difficult life changes, like divorce or layoffs.

• Guiding clients through the process of making decisions about their future.

• Helping clients develop coping strategies and skills to change their behavior.

• Completing and maintaining confidential files and records.

• Referring clients to other resources or services in the community, such as support groups or inpatient treatment facilities.