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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for functional family therapist in the United States is $85,006.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Functional Family Therapist (FFT) works with youth and their families to address behavioral and emotional challenges through evidence-based therapy. They provide short-term, structured interventions that focus on improving family communication, reducing conflict, and building positive relationships. FFT therapists often work with at-risk youth, helping to prevent out-of-home placements and involvement in the justice system. The role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with community resources to support families.

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Functional Family Therapists often work with families experiencing significant stress, conflict, and behavioral issues, which can make sessions emotionally demanding and complex. Navigating resistance to therapy, scheduling sessions that accommodate busy family dynamics, and maintaining professional boundaries while building rapport are common challenges. Therapists are supported through regular supervision, ongoing training, and team collaboration to ensure high-quality care. Successfully managing these challenges requires patience, resilience, and a strong commitment to helping families achieve positive change.

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To thrive as a Functional Family Therapist, you need a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field, along with expertise in evidence-based therapeutic interventions for families. Familiarity with Functional Family Therapy (FFT) protocols, documentation systems, and relevant licensure or certification are essential for clinical practice. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, and the ability to build trust with diverse families make someone stand out in this position. These skills enable effective treatment planning, client engagement, and successful outcomes in family systems facing complex challenges.

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Infographic showing various Functional Family Therapist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,006 per year, or $40.9 per hour.

Functional Family Therapist

Evidence Based Associates

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$72K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

The FFT Therapist provides FFT (Functional Family Therapy) virtually, to a maximum of 10 voluntarily participating families at a time who reside in NYC. The target population of young adults (16-25 years old), who are referred to us after an arrest. This is a pilot program to offer FFT to families and young people who might otherwise find themselves incarcerated without this alternative. FFT is an evidence-based model which is home-based, intensive, family therapy. The FFT Therapist participates in all FFT training and consultation activities, and program reviews. In addition to providing Family Therapy, the FFT Therapist will collaborate with other service providers, including but not limited to the Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice (MOCJ) and New York City Criminal Justice Agency (CJA). The FFT Therapist is required to complete all FFT documentation requirements, including meeting appropriate therapeutic and engagement requirements and assessing for family safety and risk.Responsibilities
  • Provide virtual and/or home-based clinical treatment with adherence to the Functional Family Therapy (FFT) model.
  • Participate in engagement efforts for referred families.
  • Conduct assessment including review of referral information, identifying and engaging key participants, identifying systemic strengths and weaknesses, and developing an analysis of the fit problem behaviors within the ecological context.
  • Engage youth, primary caregiver, and other key participants in active change-oriented treatment by identifying and overcoming barriers to engagement.
  • Implement a problem conceptualization, treatment planning, intervention implementation, outcome review, and strategy revision procedure using the FFT model's Analytic Process.
  • Maintain clear and concise documentation of treatment efforts that promote peer and supervisory review and feedback, and that demonstrate compliance with the FFT model Analytic Process. Complete all progress notes, opening and closing of cases, and any other reporting/case management requirements in a timely and accurate fashion. When required, submit progress reports to the court or other stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with all relevant systems and key participants within each system to ensure their buy-in and cooperation throughout treatment. This could include regular meetings and reports to stakeholders.
  • Participate in all agency and FFT model program training, individual supervision, and group consultation activities.
Qualifications
Master's Degree from an accredited university in a field that has professional licensure. Fields include the following disciplines: Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or a related degree.
  • Experience with evidence-based prevention.
  • Competency in serving LGBTQIA+ identities is strongly preferred.
  • Experience working with adolescents and knowledge of the juvenile justice and criminal justice systems.
  • Preferred experience and skills with the concept and practices of family therapy and behavior management techniques, mental health treatment, as well as knowledge of and experience providing treatment for domestic violence issues and substance abuse issues.
  • Bilingual in English/ Spanish.
  • Ability to set appropriate boundaries and limits for best practice.

Starting Salary Range
$72,000 - $75,000 (Determined by experience level)
35 hours a week / Hybrid Schedule
Benefits include (Medical, Vision, Dental, PTO, 401k matching, plus more)
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