"I selected to move in the direction of psychology and marriage and family therapy when I completed an internship in a law firm. I noticed that it was less about helping and assisting and understanding the challenges that the families are going through, and more about what laws are violated and how we can create the safest environment for children and families and then make a referral out to different sources. I wanted to be a referral source."
- Dr. Isa Ribadu, LMFT, UMass Global Dean of the School of Health and Behavioral Sciences and Distinguished Professor of Psychology
Are you passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges? Today’s topic is the career pathway for marriage and family therapists. This MFT career pathway webinar explores the question what does a mft do, the various marriage and family therapist education and licensing pathways, and the long-term outlook for this rewarding profession.
By the end of this webinar, you will:
Our expert today is Dr. Isa Ribadu, LMFT, Dean of the School of Health and Behavioral Sciences and Distinguished Professor of Psychology at UMass Global. Dr. Ribadu received his BA in Psychology while working full-time before beginning his career working in group homes for children. From there, he transitioned to be a case manager for child services where he found an interest in marriage and family therapy. He obtained his master’s degree in marriage and family therapy and started work in a children’s mental health hospital. Eventually, he decided to move into academia and obtained his doctorate in marriage and family therapy while working in community mental health and his own private practice. He became an adjunct faculty member at Chapman University College which then became Brandman University where he transitioned to a full-time faculty position. Brandman University then transitioned to UMass Global where he now leads the School of Health and Behavioral Sciences.
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