Master in Marriage and Family Therapy

Preparing culturally competent relationship and family therapists and professional counselors to address the varied mental health needs of children, adults, and families.

The Master's in Counseling Psychology program with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) prepares students to be socially and culturally responsive relationship and family therapists and mental health counselors. At its core, the MFT’s clinical training program upholds values of equity, social justice, community and cultural wealth, and collaborative problem-solving. We are committed to embracing diversity, academic excellence, and to the compassionate service of children, adults, and families. The MFT program embodies this mission by:

• Expanding traditional notions of family
• Recognizing the diversity in relationships and identity
• Striving to use inclusive language in our instruction
• Creating goals to diversify our student body and teaching faculty
• Working from a strengths-based perspective that honors community wealth
• Adapting professional trends as needed to meet community needs

The School of Education celebrates four decades of involved teachers, devoted leaders, and caring counselors. Our faculty and students are scholars and social justice advocates engaged within the diverse San Francisco Bay area and beyond. With over twenty masters and doctoral programs, including programs at our branch campuses and online, we welcome students who seek to make an impact and who are committed to serving those most in need.

Dean's Welcome

On behalf of the School of Education faculty and staff, I thank you for your interest in our programs and commend you for taking the first step to further your education.

In the School of Education, our faculty and students are scholars and social justice advocates engaged within the diverse San Francisco Bay area and beyond. With over twenty masters and doctoral programs, including programs at our branch campuses, we welcome students who seek to make an impact and who are committed to serving those most in need.

As you explore our programs, do not hesitate to contact Amy Fogliani, our Director of Admission, Communication, and Outreach, who is available to help throughout the admission process. Amy can be reached at (415) 422-5467 .

I wish you the best of luck as you explore your options in the field of education.

Sincerely, Shabnam Koirala-Azad Dean, School of Education