About the Specialization
The Medical Family Therapy Specialization is designed for individuals with an interest in working with patients and families living with an illness, injury, or disability. Courses include relevant family systems-informed theories and models, assessment and intervention skills, emphasis on diversity and social contexts, and collaborating with medical professionals, and unique self-of-therapist considerations. The specialization in medical family therapy prepares students to work as a member of the healthcare team in addressing the biopsychosocial-spiritual needs of patients and families. Individuals trained can work in medical settings, private practice, schools, community settings, mental health facilities, etc.
Requirements
The Medical Family Therapy Specialization consists of 6 units of coursework and a 9-month fieldwork experience in an approved healthcare setting.
Curriculum
- CFSD 540 Introduction to Medical Family Therapy (3) - Winter quarter, online asynchronous
- CFSD 544 Health and Illness in Families (3) (Prerequisite: CFSD 540) - Spring quarter, online asynchronous
Fieldwork
Candidates will complete a minimum of 3 quarters of fieldwork in an approved medical or health-related clinical setting during their second year in the MFT MS program. The experience prepares students to participate as a member of a collaborative team to help support the biopsychosocial-spiritual needs of patients and families.
Application Process
MFT MS students must apply and be accepted into the Medical Family Therapy Specialization program during the Fall quarter of their first year. Application consists of the following steps:
- Personal statement submitted to Program Coordinator Jacqueline Williams-Reade, PhD.
- Recommendation from Lena Lopez Bradley, PhD and Monique E. Willis, PhD.
- Interview with Jacqueline Williams-Reade, PhD and additional faculty and/or advanced students.
Application deadline: October 15.
Contact Information
Contact the Program Coordinator, Jacqueline Williams-Reade, PhD, at [email protected] for additional information.