The mission of the Department of Counseling and Family Therapy is to prepare reflective practitioners to function as professional counselors, family therapists, and consultants in a wide range of settings. The Department offers a Masters degree in counseling (School or Human Development) and a doctorate in marriage and family therapy. In addition, a Certificate in Family Therapy is available for applicants with Masters degrees in a mental health field who wish to gain both knowledge and experience in working with couples and families. The programs within the Department of Counseling and Family Therapy emphasize the importance of good teaching from multiple theoretical orientations, providing students with a well-rounded foundation for working effectively with diverse populations. The department has its own clinic, the Family Development Center, which serves as a major practicum site for doctoral and certificate students.