What is good experience (research, clinical) to get for LMFT?

[PizzaButt]

I'm 30, married, non-traditional applicant who is coming from a law background.

I'm very interested in applying to marriage and family therapy master's programs, and I'm wondering what kind of research or clinical experience these programs will be looking for. I doubt any LMFT would let me sit in on sessions with their clients, though I have done a number of informational interviews with them. Anyone have any insights into this?

Thanks!

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[smilie2131]

You can get good clinical experience at crisis lines or rape crisis centers. In my experience you need at least 100 hours of clincal experience before applying--however this requirement may be program specific. Also, you should get experience in which you are trained and doing some "counseling".

hope this helps!