The Journal of Marital and Family Therapy focuses on systemic approaches to therapy, including couple and family therapy. It publishes research on various therapeutic models, such as the Satir Model, Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. The journal explores topics related to relationship dynamics, communication patterns, attachment, and the impact of individual and systemic factors on mental health and well-being within couples and families. It also addresses issues related to cultural adaptation, marginalized identities, and specific populations like veterans and LGBTQ+ individuals.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Social Sciences (miscellaneous)Q1
Sociology and Political ScienceQ1
Clinical PsychologyQ2
Social PsychologyQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Family StudiesPsychology, Clinical
Scopus Categories
Sociology and Political ScienceSocial PsychologySocial Sciences (miscellaneous)Clinical Psychology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Attachment and Relationship DynamicsCounseling, Therapy, and Family DynamicsPsychotherapy Techniques and ApplicationsChild and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional DevelopmentCounseling Practices and SupervisionFamily and Disability Support ResearchChild Therapy and DevelopmentFamily Dynamics and RelationshipsMarriage and Sexual RelationshipsChild Abuse and Trauma