Grad Programs - A Guide to Graduate Schools

A Guide to Graduate Programs in Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, Social Work or Counseling

Click on web addresses below for further information on each graduate program.

St. Stephen’s College, Alberta

Counselling
The Master of Arts in Pastoral Psychology and Counselling (MAPPC) program develops professional counsellors who integrate psychological and spiritual perspectives within an effective therapeutic practice. Highlights of our programs include small class sizes, flexible program schedules, distance education opportunities and an emphasis on personal reflection. Our holistic approach to theory and practice produces graduates who are confident, competent professionals. The MAPPC program includes opportunities to specialize in Art Therapy at both the graduate and post-graduate level. The MAPPC Art Therapy Specialization and the Spiritually Informed Post Graduate Art Therapy Certificate are approved training programs with The Canadian Art Therapy Association. For more information, email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or call (780) 439-7311.
www.ualberta.ca/ST.STEPHENS/

Boston University School of Social Work

Social Work
Distinguished by its urban mission and clinical and macro practice focus, the Boston University School of Social Work is committed to educating masters' and doctoral level students who will become leaders in a multicultural environment. The School offers the MSW and PhD degrees, as well as continuing professional education, and its nationally recognized faculty has been ranked 8th among schools of social work with doctoral programs. Located in a diverse and academically rich community, the School offers almost unlimited opportunities for urban social work practice and research. Come see what we have to offer.
www.bu.edu/ssw

The California School of Professional Psychology

Psychology
The California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP) offers APA-accredited doctoral programs in Clinical Psychology-Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)-preparing students to succeed as multifaceted clinical psychologists through curricula based on an integration of psychological theory, research and practice. Extensive field training prepares students to work with diverse client groups in diverse settings. Students are trained to think critically, assume many roles, solve problems in these roles and create professional niches for themselves in a changing healthcare environment. Unique concentrations in child and family psychology, gender studies, gerontology, health psychology, integrative psychology, LGBT psychology, multicultural psychology and psychopharmacology draw students from across the nation to CSPP programs.
www.alliant.edu/cspp

East Tennessee State University

Psychology
The Department of Psychology at ETSU offers a graduate program in Clinical Psychology. The mission of this program is to provide doctoral training in Clinical Psychology for rural behavioral health and practice in the context of integrated primary health care. Our curriculum is a scientist-practitioner model with innovative curricular elements utilizing our collaborative relationship with Quillen College of Medicine and building on its national recognition as a leader in the training of rural family medicine researchers and practitioners.
www.etsu.edu/psychology

Edgewood College

Marriage and Family Therapy
Edgewood College, a liberal arts college in the Sinsinawa Dominican tradition, of Madison, Wisconsin, offers a Master of Science in MFT on a flexible schedule designed for working professionals. Our program is characterized by small class sizes, personalized instruction, and learning that takes place in a cohort-based team setting. Classes are offered on evenings and weekends to accommodate busy schedules. The program includes a 12-month internship where you will work with a variety of individuals, couples and families from the community. You will have the option of selecting and specializing in an area that fits your clinical style.
www.edgewood.edu/academics/graduate/MFT/default.aspx

University of San Diego

Marital and Family Therapy
The MA in Marital and Family Therapy offered at the University of San Diego's School of Leadership and Education Sciences is only one of four master's degree-granting programs in California that has national accreditation from the Commission on the Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education. Our program also meets the educational requirements set forth by the Board of Behavioral Sciences necessary to get an MFT license in California. A unique aspect of our program is that it offers students specialized, hands-on training using a biopsychosocial, systems model. For more information, please contact Brandina Morrison at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (619) 260-7548.
www.sandiego.edu/mft

Southern Oregon University

Counseling
This program prepares professional counselors who are capable of providing extensive mental health services within public and private agencies and in private practice. The Mental Health Counseling track is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists has indicated the curriculum meets the educational requirements for application for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor. The program has also been designed to meet the educational requirements for application for licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist in California. Information about this program: (541)552-6947 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
www.sou.edu/psych/mhc

Gallaudet University

Psychology
The Department of Psychology offers a doctorate (PhD) in clinical psychology, with specialization in working with deaf and hard of hearing populations. The program has a life-span development philosophy and offers courses and opportunities for supervised practice with deaf people, with both early- and late-onset hearing loss. Students also develop general clinical skills through work with hearing populations and can serve a wide range of clients. The Clinical Psychology program is fully accredited by the American Psychological Association, www.apa.org. For more information: Email Dr. Patrick Brice, Clinical Psychology Program Director, or call (202) 651-5540.
psychology.gallaudet.edu/clinicalpsychology.xml

The California School of Professional Psychology

Counseling
The California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP) offers a Master of Arts (MA) program in Counseling Psychology, taught entirely in English, at our campus in Mexico City. The program combines traditional teaching methods with experiential study tours and direct clinical experience. This innovative program teaches the core clinical competencies necessary to respond to the mental health needs of the Latino community, with particular emphasis on applying psychological and systemic theories in counseling children, couples and families. The program also fulfills the academic requirements for licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist in California.
csppmexico.alliant.edu

Marylhurst University

Art Therapy Counseling
Located 10 miles south of Portland, Oregon. Marylhurst's Master of Arts in Art Therapy Counseling is an intensive clinical program for students with a strong foundation in visual art and psychology. We offer learning opportunities for professional counselors. Elective classes and workshops are offered throughout the year in a weekend format. Classes may be taken for graduate credit or continuing education credit approved by NBCC.

Examples of recent workshops:
- Art Therapy
- Media and Methods Family Art Therapy
- Introduction to Dance Movement Therapy
- Art Therapy with Medically Ill Children and Families.
- Dollmaking: Therapeutic use of Creative Process and Symbolic Imagery with Children and Adolescents
- Sandtray Methods in Counseling Practice

For more information call (503) 699-6244, (800) 634-9982, ext. 6244 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
www.marylhurst.edu/arttherapy

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Psychology
- APA accredited PsyD program in Clinical Psychology
- Continuously accredited since 1987
- Provides generalist training that follows a "local clinical scientist" model
- Program designed to meet academic requirements of licensure
- Small classes enabling mentoring relationships with dedicated faculty members
- Financial aid opportunities: Research assistantships, teaching associate positions, fellowships
- In-house training clinic: Center for Applied Psychology (CAP)
- CAP provides advanced professional training in assessment, psychotherapy, community outreach and consultation, education/workshops, and research
- Cost-effective tuition and fees
- Located near Pittsburgh, PA

For more information, contact Beverly Goodwin, Ph.D., Director of Doctoral Studies at (724) 357-6259 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
www.iup.edu/psychology/psyd

Argosy University

Psychology
The American School of Professional Psychology continues the traditions of a group of clinical psychologists and professors who, over 30 years, formed the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. Today, as part of Argosy University's College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, the American School of Professional Psychology can be found at all 19 campus locations. The curriculum's emphasis on what's current and relevant remains unchanged. The programs within the American School of Professional Psychology will ground you, not only in the theoretical and clinical knowledge pertinent to your chosen field, but also in the realities and challenges of clinical practice - today.
www.argosy.edu

California School of Professional Psychology

Marital and Family Therapy
The California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP) offers two graduate programs in Marital and Family Therapy-Master of Arts (MA) and Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)-providing the essential training needed to pursue a career as a professional marital and family therapist. Students have the opportunity to complete a portion of their training at our satellite location in Mexico City. Through coursework and field placements, students become skilled in theory, research and clinical practice, with the ability to integrate individual and systemic therapeutic models in an international, multicultural environment. The programs are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE) of the AAMFT.
mft.alliant.edu

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