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Marriage Therapist License in Washington

Quick Answer

To obtain a Marriage Therapist in Washington, review the requirements from Department of Health.

Background Check
Required

Requirements

Marriage Therapist license in Washington

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Education
Degree required
Exam
Third-party exam required
Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
Expedited processing is available for military and spouses

Licensing Agency

Department of Health

Marriage Therapist Salary in Washington

Entry Level

$52,710

Median

$59,660

Experienced

$100,250

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Marriage Therapist in Washington.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Degree required

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    No criminal record prohibitions

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    Third-party exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.