Carlson, J., & Dermer, S. (Eds.) (2017). The sage encyclopedia of marriage, family, and couples counseling. (Vols. 1-4). SAGE Publications, Inc, https://dx.doi.org/10.4135/9781483369532
This is a collaborative text by MFT faculty. It includes the history of MFT, foundational systems concepts, MFT theories/models and founders, and an overview of research considerations, the change process, and key terms.
Shadish, W. R., & Baldwin, S. A. (2003). Meta-analysis of mft interventions. Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 29(4), 547-570. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1752-0606.2003.tb01694.x This encyclopedia covers family therapy theories and techniques. It includes information about family concerns across the lifespan, family therapy pioneers, and career resources.
Wittenborn, A. K., & Holtrop, K. (2021). Introduction to the special issue on the efficacy and effectiveness of couple and family interventions: Evidence base update 2010–2019. Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 48(1), 5-22. https://doi.org/10.1111/jmft.12576 This new article features research within the past ten years relevant for working with couples and families. The authors summarize empirical studies, highlight methodologies, and share information on effective approaches and techniques with various clients.