Overview

Family Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University curriculum reflects a bio-psychosocial approach to understanding human behavior, viewing the behavior of individuals, couples, families and larger systems as the result of an interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors. It also reflects a commitment to training therapists to be aware of and sensitive to issues of cultural diversity and their impact on family functioning and the therapeutic process.

Careers

Couple and marital counseling

Family therapy with children

Families in transition (divorce and remarriage)

Family violence

Medical family therapy

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theory and Practice of Family Therapy

Systemic Practice

Theory and Practice of Couple Therapy

Life Span Development from a Systemic Perspective

Practicum

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

66 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

Transcripts: Submit official under graduate and graduate transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions you have attended and/or from which you earned credit. Official transcripts can be sent electronically by the institution to enroll@jefferson.edu or mailed to the address above.

Personal Statement: Submit a statement of purpose outlining your interest in the program, how the course of study relates to your desired career path, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.

Letters of Recommendation: Submit two letters of reference that provide insight into your academic competence. References from college or university faculty members are recommended. You may request recommendations through your MyJefferson account.

Résumé: A current professional résumé is required.

GPA Requirement: A minimum 3.0 GPA is required.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

37311 USD / year

≈ 37311 USD / year
Out-of-State

37311 USD / year

≈ 37311 USD / year
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In-State

37311 USD / year

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Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 USD / month

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Duration

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Delivered

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