About IAMFC

The International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors (IAMFC) is a division of the American Counseling Association (ACA) and was chartered in 1989. IAMFC embraces a multicultural approach in support of the worth, dignity, potential, and uniqueness of the families we serve. IAMFC embraces a multicultural approach in support of the worth, dignity, potential, and uniqueness of the families we serve. IAMFC is a modern, non-political organization that respects cultural differences, diversity, and sister professional associations.

International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors (IAMFC), a division of the American Counseling Association

Our membership includes counselors, mental health counselors, marriage and family counselors, social workers, psychologists, and psychiatrists. Elements common to members include professional training in counseling or a closely related area, additional training in marriage and family counseling, and interest and involvement working directly or tangentially with couple and family systems.

IAMFC is an organization that promotes excellence in the practice of couples and family counseling by:

  • Creating and disseminating the Family Journal
  • Providing a forum for exploration of family-related issues
  • Engaging a diverse group of dedicated professionals in our activities
  • Emphasizing collaborative efforts
  • Maintaining a professional set of ethical standards


President's Message

I am honored to serve as your president. We have an outstanding association and I hope you will become involved in it....More

Ethical Codes

Citation info: Hendricks, B. E., Bradley, L. J., Southern, S., Oliver, M., & Birdsall, B. (2011). Ethical code for the International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors. The Family Jour...More