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Marriage and Family Therapist Licensing in Wyoming

Review current requirements, exam details, renewal cycle, and salary outlook for marriage and family therapist in Wyoming, including See agency and board contact links.

Last verified: Feb 17, 2026

Current

Application Fee

See agency

Exam Requirement

Third-party exam required

Renewal Cycle

See board renewal rules

Licensing Blueprint for Marriage and Family Therapist in Wyoming

Estimated timeline: 1-3 months

Core Requirements

  1. 1

    Age of majority. 2.

    • Has earned a Masters or Doctorate degree in marriage and family therapy from an accredited college or university. 3.
    • Has demonstrated that (s)he has completed 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience including a minimum of 1,200 hours of direct client contact, with 500 hours providing direct clinical services to couples and families. 4.
    • An applicant shall have a minimum of one hundred (100) post graduate hours of clinical supervision with a DQCS 5.
    • Has a passing score on either the Association of Marital and Family Therapists Regulatory Boards (AMFTRB) examination or another examination as may be approved by the Board.
    • Continuing Education Licensees must complete a minimum of three hours of continuing education activites in professsional ethics and three hours of continuing education activities in suicide assement and prevention each two year renewal cycle.
    • Restrictions Felony conviction.
    • Misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude.
    • School Located in Wyoming There are no schools in Wyoming for Marriage and Family Therapists.
    • License Marriage and Family Therapists engaged in practice in Wyoming are licensed by the Mental Health Professions Licensing Board.
    • Licenses expire every two years on the licensee birthday.
    • Examination The examination is conducted by The Association of Marital and Family Therapists Regulatory Boards (AMFTRB).
    • Fees Licensure by reciprocity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $350.00 Licensure by examination. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$350.00 Licensure by completing provisional. . . . . . . .$200.00 License renewal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $125.00 plus $75.00 for every additional discipline Licensing Agency Mental Health Professions Licensing Board 2001 Capitol Avenue Emerson Building, Rm 127 Cheyenne, WY 82002 Phone: (307) 777-3628 Fax: (307) 777-3508 http://mentalhealth.wyo.gov/ Additional Sources of Information American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy 277 S.
    • Washington Street, Suite 210 Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: (703) 838-9808 http://www.aamft.org/iMIS15/AAMFT/ The Association of Marital and Family Therapy Regulatory Boards 1843 Austin Bluffs Parkway Colorado Springs, CO 80918 Phone: (719) 388-1615 http://www.amftrb.org/ Occupational Outlook Handbook: Marriage and Family Therapists" https://www.bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/marriage-and-family-therapists.htm Last updated April 2023"
  2. 2

    Age of majority. 2.

    • Has earned a Masters or Doctorate degree in marriage and family therapy from an accredited college or university. 3.
    • Has demonstrated that (s)he has completed 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience including a minimum of 1,200 hours of direct client contact, with 500 hours providing direct clinical services to couples and families. 4.
    • An applicant shall have a minimum of one hundred (100) post graduate hours of clinical supervision with a DQCS 5.
    • Has a passing score on either the Association of Marital and Family Therapists Regulatory Boards (AMFTRB) examination or another examination as may be approved by the Board.
    • Continuing Education Licensees must complete a minimum of three hours of continuing education activites in professsional ethics and three hours of continuing education activities in suicide assement and prevention each two year renewal cycle.
    • Restrictions Felony conviction.
    • Misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude.
    • School Located in Wyoming There are no schools in Wyoming for Marriage and Family Therapists.
    • License Marriage and Family Therapists engaged in practice in Wyoming are licensed by the Mental Health Professions Licensing Board.
    • Licenses expire every two years on the licensee birthday.
    • Examination The examination is conducted by The Association of Marital and Family Therapists Regulatory Boards (AMFTRB).
    • Fees Licensure by reciprocity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $350.00 Licensure by examination. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$350.00 Licensure by completing provisional. . . . . . . .$200.00 License renewal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $125.00 plus $75.00 for every additional discipline Licensing Agency Mental Health Professions Licensing Board 2001 Capitol Avenue Emerson Building, Rm 127 Cheyenne, WY 82002 Phone: (307) 777-3628 Fax: (307) 777-3508 http://mentalhealth.wyo.gov/ Additional Sources of Information American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy 277 S.
    • Washington Street, Su
  3. 3

    Education: Specific course required.

  4. 4

    Experience: Work experience required.

  5. 5

    Background/Criminal Review: No criminal record prohibitions.

  6. 6

    Physical Requirement: No physical requirements.

  7. 7

    Certification: Certification required.

  8. 8

    License Type: Tied to business.

  9. 9

    Marital and family therapy involves the professional application of psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the delivery of services to individuals, marital pairs or families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed nervous and mental disorders.

  10. 10

    Has earned a Masters or Doctorate degree in marriage and family therapy from an accredited college or university.

  11. 11

    Has demonstrated that (s)he has completed 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience including a minimum of 1,200 hours of direct client contact, with 500 hours providing direct clinical services to couples and families.

  12. 12

    An applicant shall have a minimum of one hundred (100) post graduate hours of clinical supervision with a DQCS 5.

  13. 13

    Has a passing score on either the Association of Marital and Family Therapists Regulatory Boards (AMFTRB) examination or another examination as may be approved by the Board.

  14. 14

    Continuing Education Licensees must complete a minimum of three hours of continuing education activites in professsional ethics and three hours of continuing education activities in suicide assement and prevention each two year renewal cycle.

Exam and processing details

  • passing score on either the Association of Marital and Family Therapists Regulatory Boards (AMFTRB) examination or another examination as may be approved by the Board

Continuing education and program notes

  • Continuing Education Licensees must complete a minimum of three hours of continuing education activites in professsional ethics and three hours of continuing education activities in suicide assement a

Application Snapshot

  1. Licensing Authority

    MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONS LICENSING BOARD

  2. Current Filing Fee

    See agency

  3. Renewal Cycle

    See board renewal rules

  4. Salary Position

    $63,780 median (0% above national)

  5. State Salary Rank

    #23 of 50 states

Step-by-Step Process (7)

  1. 1. Confirm eligibility prerequisites (Age of majority. 2. Has earned a Masters or Doctorate degree in marriage and family therapy from an accredited college or university. 3....; Age of majority. 2. Has earned a Masters or Doctorate degree in marriage and family therapy from an accredited college or university. 3....).
  2. 2. Complete required education or training: Specific course required.
  3. 3. Document required supervised experience: Work experience required.
  4. 4. Pass required examination steps: Third-party exam required passing score on either the Association of Marital and Family Therapists Regulatory Boards (AMFTRB) examination or another examination as may be approved by the Board.
  5. 5. Prepare supporting documentation (background check: No criminal record prohibitions; Background/Criminal Review: No criminal record prohibitions.; Marital and family therapy involves the professional application of psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the d...).
  6. 6. Submit the application to MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONS LICENSING BOARD and monitor board communications.
  7. 7. Maintain post-licensure compliance (continuing education: No continuing education requirement to maintain license).

Salary Insights in Wyoming

With a median salary of $63,780, Marriage and Family Therapists in Wyoming earn 0% above the national median of $63,780. Wyoming ranks #23 among 50 states. The typical licensing timeline is 1-3 months.

State Hiring Climate (QCEW)

Rising

QoQ Employment Change

+3.5%

Average Weekly Wage

$1,175

Median annual salary

$63,780

Hourly estimate

$30.66
0% above national median

Difference: +$0

Percentile Distribution

Annual compensation
  • P1010th percentileN/A
  • P2525th percentileN/A
  • P50Median$63,780
  • P7575th percentileN/A
  • P9090th percentileN/A

State vs National Median

State: $63,780
National: $63,780

Total employment: N/A | Annual openings: N/A

Marriage and Family Therapist Salary Ranking

#23 of 50 statesfor Marriage and Family Therapist median salary
RankStateMedian Salary
#1Hawaii$135,870
#2New Jersey$89,030
#3Utah$81,170
#4Virginia$80,670
#5Oregon$79,890

Nearby States Comparison

Marriage and Family Therapist licensing across the region
StateMedian SalaryEducationExamTimeline
Wyoming$63,780Specific course requiredThird-party exam required1-3 months
Montana$37,150Degree requiredThird-party exam requiredVaries by board
South Dakota$51,190Varies by state boardState-approved examVaries by board
Nebraska$68,550Varies by state boardState-approved exam19 years
Colorado$69,990Degree requiredThird-party exam requiredVaries by board
Utah$81,170Varies by state boardState-approved examVaries by board
Idaho$63,780Degree requiredBoth state and third-party exams required12 months

License by Endorsement

Transfer requirements are state-specific. Use this quick matrix as a planning signal, then verify final endorsement rules with each board.

StateReciprocity ScoreTierNotes
Wyoming54LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Montana50LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
South Dakota78HighBoard-specific review required.
Nebraska78HighBoard-specific review required.
Colorado56MediumState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Utah78HighBoard-specific review required.
  • License status indicator: Active.
  • Continuing education indicator: No continuing education requirement to maintain license.
  • Reciprocity and transfer rules vary by state board. Verify directly with the agency.

Official Licensing Agency

Official website verified

MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONS LICENSING BOARD

2001 CAPITOL AVENUE, EMERSON BUILDING, RM 127, CHEYENNE, WY, 82002

Phone: 3077773628

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FAQ

How long does it take to become a Marriage and Family Therapist in Wyoming?

Most applicants finish the licensing path in about 1-3 months, but timing can change based on education track, exam scheduling, and board processing.

What exams are required for Marriage and Family Therapists in Wyoming?

Wyoming lists Third-party exam required as part of the licensure process for Marriage and Family Therapists.

What education do you need to become a Marriage and Family Therapist in Wyoming?

The board typically expects Specific course required for Marriage and Family Therapist licensure in Wyoming.

What is the typical Marriage and Family Therapist salary in Wyoming?

The median annual salary for Marriage and Family Therapists in Wyoming is $63,780.

How does the Marriage and Family Therapist salary in Wyoming compare to the national average?

Marriage and Family Therapists in Wyoming earn 0% above the national median of $63,780, with a state median of $63,780.

Can I transfer my Marriage and Family Therapist license to Wyoming from another state?

Transfer requirements vary by board. License status indicator: Active. Continuing education indicator: No continuing education requirement to maintain license. Reciprocity and transfer rules vary by state board. Verify directly with the agency.

Who is the licensing agency for Marriage and Family Therapists in Wyoming?

The licensing agency is MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONS LICENSING BOARD. Review agency details at http://mentalhealth.wyo.gov/.

How often do you renew a Marriage and Family Therapist license in Wyoming?

Current guidance indicates a renewal cycle of See board renewal rules.