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ECOSYSTEMIC STRUCTURAL FAMILY THERAPY

Elevate your career with systemic family therapy training at PCFTTC. Grounded in Dr.
Salvador Minuchin’s legacy, our programs prepare you to apply a strength-based,
relational, context-sensitive and trauma-informed approach across the continuum
of care. Join us and become part of a transformative professional alliance!

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The Marion Lindblad-Goldberg Award

This award has been established by the Philadelphia Child and Family Training Center in honor of Dr. Marion Lindblad-Goldberg whose personal and professional mission was to make the world a better, brighter, and more connected place one family at a time. She believed wholeheartedly in each of us – in our ability, through systemic and relational interventions, to heal disengagement and cultivate belonging.

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Burnout and Feedback: Holding Your Work Without Losing Yourself

Therapists are often told to stay reflective, take feedback in stride, and manage their energy. But when you’re experiencing emotional …

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When Time is Tight: Engaging the Whole Family in Brief Moments

Engaging every member of a family in therapy is no small feat. In many sessions, one or two voices dominate …

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Celebrating Kristen M.: A 2025 Marion Lindblad-Goldberg Award Nominee

At the Philadelphia Child and Family Therapy Training Center, we are honored to celebrate Kristen M. as a nominee for …

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Celebrating Christi T: A 2025 Marion Lindblad-Goldberg Award Nominee

We are delighted to announce that Christi Taylor has been nominated for the 2025 Marion Lindblad-Goldberg (MLG) Award in recognition …

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Turning Resistance into Communication Opportunities

Resistance from clients is one of the most common and frustrating challenges therapists face. Whether it’s missed appointments, shutdowns in …

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Celebrating Kristie H: A 2025 Marion Lindblad-Goldberg Award – Supervisor Nominee

We are thrilled to announce that Kristie Hartzel has been nominated for the 2025 Marion Lindblad-Goldberg (MLG) Award in recognition …

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Youth Diagnosed with OCD and involving the Caregivers in Treatment

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🎉 What an Incredible Weekend at GAMFT 2025! 🎉

The Philadelphia Child and Family Therapy Training Center (PCFTTC) had an amazing time training and connecting at the GAMFT 2025 …

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💡 Why a Strength-Based, Relational Approach Matters💡

When families are navigating behavioral challenges — whether it’s a child acting out, conflict between siblings, or ongoing tension between …

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Protected: April 2025 Newsletter

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CHECK OUT THIS ARTICLE FROM McCrystal Group: Adaptable, But Anchored: The Hidden Strength of Character in Leadership

Fast can be fragile. Adaptability without character can break when it matters most. Nearly a decade ago, Team of Teams …

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Celebrating Pinky Patel: A 2025 Marion Lindblad-Goldberg Award Nominee -Trainer

The Philadelphia Child and Family Therapy Training Center is proud to recognize Pinky Patel as a nominee for the 2025 …

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Celebrating T.M. Smith : A 2025 Marion Lindblad-Goldberg Award- Supervisor Nominee

The Philadelphia Child and Family Therapy Training Center is proud to recognize T.M. Smith as a nominee for the 2025 …

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The Power of Collective Support: What The Turnaround Teaches Us About Social Ecology and Strength-Based Practice

Netflix Link: https://www.netflix.com/us/title/81945091?s=i&trkid=258593161&vlang=en In The Turnaround, a Netflix short documentary, we witness a rare and powerful moment in sports: a …

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More Referrals, Less Isolation: How Networking Supports Systemic Family Therapists

Therapists dedicate their lives to supporting others, but who supports them? The challenge of professional isolation is real, especially for …

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Crisis-Ready: Managing Emergencies Through Greater Client Engagement

In systemic family therapy, crisis situations can arise suddenly, leaving therapists scrambling to respond. Whether it’s a sudden escalation of …

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Celebrating Deanna L: A 2025 Marion Lindblad-Goldberg Award Nominee

The Philadelphia Child and Family Therapy Training Center is proud to recognize Deanna Laser as a nominee for the 2025 …

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Work-Life Balance & Burnout: How Systemic Therapists Can Reclaim Their Energy

Burnout is real—but it doesn’t have to be inevitable. As systemic family therapists, we dedicate ourselves to supporting families through …

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Transforming Ineffective Methods: How Professional Development Creates Positive Outcomes

As systemic family therapists, we are deeply invested in the well-being of our clients. However, every therapist faces moments of …

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March 2025 Newsletter

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