Marriage counseling that Heals in Miami, FL. Restore Your Relationship.

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City of Miami
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy & Mental Health Counseling

Counseling Miami Florida

Therapist Fisher Island, Doral, Brownsville, Coral Gables, Gladeview, West Little River, Hialeah, Fountainbleau

Miami, Florida is the infamous city of water sports and fun. Here your children, teenagers, and adult family members of all ages are sure to find something to entertain them. One of the best places in the area to enjoy a family picnic with amenities to support everything from basketball to football is Tropical Park.¹ Enjoy boating, riding bikes, and even swimming. Parrot Jungle Island is your one-stop spot for families with a love and passion for animals. Your children and teenagers will love observing the birds, penguins, crocodiles, and much more. Those in the mood for adventure can participate in Miami Hang Gliding, as they soar over the water like a bird in the sky. Cape Florida Lighthouse, the Children's Museum, Lucky Strike Lanes, and Sunrise Cinemas are a few other sites your family should stop by at your convenience.

Marriage and Couples Mental Health in Miami

The primary issue facing couples in Miami-Dade County is the high number of divorces and separations.² Additionally, in a single month, there can be over 4,000 temporary or permanent injunctions against a partner after a domestic dispute.³ Fortunately, there are a number of public and private organizations that help victims of domestic violence find counseling, housing, jobs, and other necessary resources to overcome the situation they are currently facing. The Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Council of Greater Miami is one such organization offering these services. In the event of an emergency, call their hotline at 1-800-500-1119.⁴

People interested in helping stem the tide of divorces in Miami can obtain a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Miami. The curriculum includes 45 credit hours of classroom learning combined with a yearlong practicum experience. Graduates of the program are eligible to become a licensed practitioner in Florida through the Florida Board of Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling. For additional information about the program, please call 305-284-6351.⁵

Family Services and Assistance Programs

The Florida Department of Children and Families is responsible for planning, managing, and evaluating mental health services for families in all parts of Florida. The department provides extensive resources for families who are in need of mental health treatment. Through partnerships with public and private organizations, the department has devised a number of prevention-related substance abuse programs, as well as programs targeting the needs of veterans, suicide prevention, and child-specific issues. People thinking about suicide are encouraged to call the department's suicide hotline at 1-800-273-8255.⁶

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References

1. Miami-Dade County. (2017). Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces. Retrieved from http://www.miamidade.gov/Parks/tropical.asp
2. United States Census Bureau. (2017). Selected Social Characteristics in the United States - Miami-Dade County. Retrieved from http://factfinder2.census.gov/faces/tableservices/jsf/pages/productview.xhtml?src=bkmk
3. Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Council of Greater Miami. (2017). Domestic/Repeat Violence Statistical Report. Retrieved from http://www.dvsacmiami.org/2010%20Statistics/2010%20Injunctions/2010%20DV%20%20Injunctions.pdf
4. Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Council of Greater Miami. (2017). Home - DVSAC. Retrieved from http://www.dvsacmiami.org/index.html
5. The University of Miami. (2016). Marriage and Family Therapy - M.S.Ed. Retrieved from http://www.education.miami.edu/program/programs.asp?Program_ID=19
6. Florida Department of Children and Families. (2017). Mental Health. Retrieved from http://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/mental-health

Miami is located in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It has a land area of 35.98 square miles and a water area of 20.07 square miles.  The population of Miami is 441,003 people with 157,347 households and a median annual income of $31,051. .

Therapy Affordability Meter for Miami, FL

Difficult yet possible - ask your therapist

Committing to weekly sessions of therapy without insurance coverage or low cost options is very challenging for most people in Miami. If this applies to you, please contact your counselor and ask about sliding scale options or inquire about insurance coverage. The good news is that there are options available to you to establish an effective relationship with a great therapist in Miami. Your well being and health are important enough to make the best possible effort for. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Miami public health department.