Alabama - Apply for Marriage and Family Therapist License

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Procedure

Step – 1 Course

1. Before applying for Marriage and Family Therapist License, the applicant has to complete the Master's or Doctoral degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or a closely related field from an accredited educational institution.
2. Also, the applicant needs to get an experience in the field.
3. Complete the required number of supervised hours. Most states require several thousand hours of supervised experience under the guidance of a licensed.

Step – 2 Examination

1. The Association of Marital and Family Therapy Regulatory Boards (AMFTRB) administers the national MFT exam.
2. The applicant must pass this exam to demonstrate your knowledge and competency in the field.
3. To register for the examination, the applicant has to make the application online via link
4. Select the examination and select the window.
5. And enter all the details in the application form.
6. Finally enter the captcha code and click the “Submit” button.

Step – 3

1. The applicant can check the examination date from the following link
2. The applicant has to complete the exam successfully to demonstrate his/her knowledge and competency in the field.

Step - 4

1. After completing the exam successfully, the applicant has to get a license from the state office. link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned branch officer. or it can be downloaded from the following link
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
10. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
11. The applicant will get the license through the mail.
12. This entire process can be completed within 30 - 40 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form link
• Education and experience credentials
• Proof of identity (Birth Certificate, driving license, etc)
• Address proof – (Driving license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
• Fee receipt
• Supervised Experience Documentation
• National MFT Exam Scores
• Background Check
• Personal Statement
• Professional reference
• Any other documents (if required)

Office Locations & Contacts

ALABAMA BOARD OF EXAMINERS IN MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPY
Address: 2777 Zelda Road, Montgomery, Alabama 36106
Phone: 334-395-7455
Fax: 334-409-9232
Contact link

Association of Marital and Family Therapy Regulatory Boards (AMFTRB)
1843 Austin Bluffs Parkway
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Contact link
State office link

Eligibility

The requirements for becoming a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) vary from state to state, but there are some general requirements that you must meet. These requirements typically include:

• A master's degree in marriage and family therapy from an accredited program.
• A certain number of hours of supervised clinical experience.
• Passing the LMFT licensing exam.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

• Application form link

Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 30 - 40 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• Contact number
• Email ID
• Mailing address
• School details
• Citizenship identity number
• Education qualification
• Work experience
• Examination result
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• In the United States, a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) license is a professional credential that allows individuals to practice as licensed therapists specializing in providing therapy and counseling services to couples and families.
• MFTs are mental health professionals who are trained to address a wide range of emotional, psychological, and relationship issues that can affect individuals, couples, and family systems.

Information which might help

• For more information link

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses for obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

Link

Others

• Marriage and Family Therapists work with individuals, couples, and families to address various issues, including communication problems, conflict resolution, parenting challenges, grief and loss, mental health concerns, and more.
• They use a systemic and relational approach to therapy, focusing on how individuals interact within their family and relationship dynamics.
• MFTs play a crucial role in helping clients improve their relationships, cope with life's challenges, and enhance overall emotional well-being.
• They may work in private practice, mental health clinics, hospitals, schools, and various other settings.