The American Board of Couple and Family Psychology (ABCFP) is a member board of the American Board of Professional Psychology. A defining characteristic that sets couple and family psychology apart from other areas of the field is that CFP specialists view human behavior through a systemic lens. This perspective includes explicit awareness of interactional feedback loops, context, culture, diversity, and developmental factors.
Couple and Family Psychology involves working with multiple individuals within a relational unit to promote both individual well-being and the health of the relational system they co-create. In doing so, CFP specialists understand, assess, and treat psychological issues by focusing on a combination of affective, cognitive, behavioral, and dynamic factors that influence individuals, couples, families, and larger systems across the lifespan.
Board Certification in Couple and Family Psychology (CFP) is the gold standard for professional practice in relationship therapy. It reflects a commitment to the highest standards of competence and helps ensure optimal care and positive outcomes for individuals, couples, families, and the communities they are part of.
Our specialization welcomes both couple and family psychotherapy practitioners and psychologists who apply a systemic orientation to their professional work (e.g., individual psychotherapy, teaching, supervision, consultation, research, administration, workforce development, forensic assessment, policy development, and advocacy).
Please refer to the FAQ section for additional information, and reach out us today to learn more about obtaining CFP board certification.
The ABCFP works in close collaboration with the American Academy of Couple & Family Psychology and Division 43 to support ongoing efforts to advance our specialty area and the couples and families we serve.
