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This would be strictly dependent on which type of therapist you are referring to for there are many types. There are psychotherapist, physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech therapist etc.

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It depends on the type of therapist you want to be. You can begin to be a terapist with a masters degree which is 2 years past undergrad for a total of six years. If you would like to be able to perscribe medicine you will need a PH D which is an additional 5+ years after the original 4 years of college.

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What is the best college to go to if you want to become a family therapist?

The best University for you to go to will the be one which meets the most of your needs. You will need to find a University which has a post-grad program in Psychology, because you really can't do much in the profession without at least a Masters, and I recommend you get a PhD if you want to specialize in family therapy.


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