American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy

08/29/2025

There is still time for you to secure your spot at the 2025 Intervention Research in Systemic Family Therapy Topical Interest Network Annual Conference in Columbus, Ohio! Don’t miss out on this year's presentation of plenaries, panels, workshops, papers, and poster sessions. Registration closes at 11:59 PM EST on September 1st.

The theme for the 2025 conference is Persisting with Purpose: Building and Sustaining Systemic Research in an Uncertain Landscape. The program will include plenaries and a combination of panels, workshops, paper, and poster sessions that fit under the broader theme. There are three topical areas tha...

08/28/2025

This August, AAMFT joined in a brief filed with the U.S. Supreme Court in support of the Colorado’s Minor Therapy Conversion Law which prohibits conversion therapy for minors.

Learn more with the link below

https://ow.ly/lHeJ50WNQAc

08/28/2025

Ethics don’t stop at borders.
In this video, Dr. Tatiana Melendez-Rhodes explores the ethical challenges that arise when working across cultures—especially around informed consent and confidentiality. Her chapter in the AAMFT Ethics Textbook highlights how open dialogue and cultural humility are key to practicing ethically in global settings.
📘 Learn more: https://ow.ly/sFKU50WNyQ4

08/27/2025

📢 Student Volunteers Wanted – SFTC25!

Are you looking for a way to get more involved with AAMFT? This is your chance! We’re looking for 25 AAMFT Student Members to volunteer during the 2025 Virtual Systemic Family Therapy Conference.

Perks:
🎓 5 FREE Teneo courses
🤝 Network with professionals
💻 Gain hands-on conference experience
What You’ll Do:
💬 Moderate sessions & chats
❓ Facilitate speaker Q&As
🛠️ Support attendees & troubleshoot
Requirements:
✅ Must be a current student member
📅 Available for full conference
💻 Reliable Wi-Fi & computer
📧 Register for the event + email Events@aamft.org to apply
⚠️ Limited spots — selection based on qualifications!

08/26/2025

Take Part in AAMFT’s Proposed Code of Ethics Member Feedback Survey!
Share Your Thoughts with the Link Below!

https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8385404/AAMFT-Code-of-Ethics-Revision-Project-Proposed-Code-of-Ethics

08/26/2025

Congratulations to East Carolina University for receiving the C. Peter Magrath Community Engagement Scholarship Award from APLU. Not only is this the highest honor to receive between a university and community partner, but their accompanying video highlights how MFTs and MedFTs save lives every day. See details and view the video that clinched the award.

https://news.ecu.edu/2024/11/14/aplu-recognizes-ecus-commitment-to-community-engagement/

08/25/2025

The “Clinical Work With Intercultural Couples” chapter in Volume III of the Handbook of Systemic Family Therapy explores how therapists can support intercultural couples in navigating cultural differences, building mutual understanding, and fostering stronger partnerships.
Whether you're working with bicultural, biracial, or internationally blended couples, this chapter offers practical tools for promoting resilience and connection.
📘 Get your copy of Volume III: https://www.amazon.com/Handbook-Systemic-Family-Therapy-Couples-ebook/dp/B08K4RCX1T?ref_=saga_dp_bnx_dsk_dp&qid=1749657584&sr=8-5

08/25/2025

On this episode, Eli is joined by Dr. Anderson and Dr. Smith to discuss their research findings and emphasize the unique training needs for supervisors of color and the sociocultural factors that often affect the supervisory relationship. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or at aamft.org/podcast

The AAMFT Podcast is an all-access pass to the latest news, developments, and thought leaders in the world of systemic therapy. Hosted by Dr. Eli Karam, it strives to relate, educate, and innovate one episode at a time. The episodes explore topics that relationship-based therapists care about, and f...

08/25/2025

How does your story shape your strength?
My Heritage and Ancestor Story from Cultural Compass Volume I helps clients of color explore family narratives to build resilience and identity. Grounded in Narrative and Collaborative Therapy, this activity honors cultural history, even when ancestry is fragmented or disrupted.
Ideal for individual or group work, it’s a powerful tool for stress, self-esteem, and meaning-making.
📘 Explore the full guide + workbook:
https://www.vitalsource.com/products/cultural-compass-therapeutic-activities-for-jermaine-lowery-v9798998695421?_gl=1*11i04yi*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..&gclid=Cj0KCQjww-HABhCGARIsALLO6XxqlhN-3us4uwpG2ihZLC9F8aGsDgUlny9u2Jp-Ykx41e0tf8fkqhkaAtbCEALw_wcB

08/22/2025

Don't miss out! The flash sale pricing for AAMFT's 2025 virtual SFTC ends today!

Register today the promo code (EARLY)
https://networks.aamft.org/sftc2025/home

08/20/2025

We want to hear from you! Take part in our survey with the link below.
https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8385404/AAMFT-Code-of-Ethics-Revision-Project-Proposed-Code-of-Ethics