BYU Marriage & Family Therapy

05/29/2026

We are honored to welcome Dr. Rubén Parra-Cardona, a nationally recognized scholar and clinician, for a full-day training on Wednesday, June 10 from 9:00am-3:00pm.

Healing Through Parenting: Grounding a Parent Training Program in Science, Family Therapy Theories, and Diversity

Dr. Parra-Cardona is the Roger and Carol Nooe Endowed Chair at the University of Tennessee Knoxville. He is widely respected for his work in culturally responsive, evidence-based parenting interventions with diverse families. His research and clinical innovations have significantly shaped how we approach family-centered care, especially in underserved communities.

There is no cost to attend, but space is limited.
6CEs approved by The Utah Association for Marriage and Family Therapy for Mental Health Therapists.

Please reserve your spot in advance: https://mft.byu.edu/2026-summer-series

05/21/2026

05/21/2026

The Department of Education finalized the rules regarding student loans today and MFTs, CMHCs, and CSWs are no longer considered professionals for the purpose of student loan lending. The chart below shows the changes. We're not done advocating and are working with local legislators on possible solutions.

05/21/2026

Members of Congress need to hear from you about the importance of restoring the professional status of the MFT degree. AAMFT drafted a prewritten message for you to send to your legislators to the link below. Please contact your legislators as soon as possible!

https://www.aamft.org/web/web/Action-Advocacy/Federal-Advocacy/Take-Action.aspx #/115

05/21/2026

"Past trauma deeply affects a woman's ability to knowingly and voluntarily consent; however, while scars run deep, there are paths to healing, and an abundance of resources available to help survivors reclaim their sense of self and agency."

Learn more in "The Invisible Struggle: Trauma's Influence on Consent Understanding" by Chelom Leavitt (link in bio)

05/13/2026

Three presentations down, and we’re just getting started!!

The BYU MFT Spring Clinical Series continues with upcoming opportunities to earn FREE, in-person CE credits while learning from some incredible local clinicians.

This clinical series will conclude with a 6hr training from Dr. Rúben Parra Cardona from University of Tennessee-Knoxville on Wednesday June 10. He is the Roger and Carol Nooe Endowed Chair and Professor, in the College of Social Work. His global prevention work has led to establish long-term collaboration throughout the globe.

✍️Please pre-register at the link in our bio so we can plan accordingly and ensure a seat for you.

We’d love to have you join us.

CEs are approved for all mental health therapists in Utah by

05/08/2026

Free *In-Person* CE Opportunities hosted by BYU MFT for Utah Mental Health Therapists

Pre-Register at the link below:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/DesignPageV2.aspx?origin=NeoPortalPage&subpage=design&id=m278xvtRqEi3eZ7lZLQEExbegWjVx9RLkWW_ZWXTjYtUQjU0MjM2QktYME4zTUtCTjJaOE1LQjhYSS4u&topview=Preview

CEs approved by The Utah Association for Marriage and Family Therapy

04/30/2026

Healthy relationships matter

Whether you’re navigating stress, conflict, parenting challenges, or communication concerns, the BYU Comprehensive Clinic is here to help 💙

✨ Couples & families can start now! No waitlist!

✨ Affordable therapy for the whole community ($0-20/session)

👉 Fill out the online intake form to take the first step or call 📞 (801)422-7759

11/19/2025

What does The Family: A Proclamation to the World mean today, 30 years after it was first shared?
At a recent BYU conference, President Amy A. Wright reminded students and faculty that “the proclamation is Jesus Christ’s document.”
Speakers, including several faculty from the College of Social Sciences, reflected on the proclamation’s teachings about family, identity, and eternal purpose—sharing how these truths can anchor our lives in a changing world.
Tap the link in our bio to read more about the powerful messages highlighted in this conference!❤️