Counseling psychology

Vital Coursework and Meaningful Field Placement

Lesley offers a range of Master's-level and certificate counseling programs for people who want comprehensive training in the skills and techniques they need to help others, whether in school, community, or clinical environments. Our programs include a general course of study without specialization, as well as programs specializing in school counseling, professional counseling, holistic studies (which offers strategies that integrate mind, body, and spirit), and trauma studies (focusing on psychological trauma).

Lesley has a distinguished reputation in Counseling Psychology. Our experienced faculty and internship programs help students translate theory into practice, so that they emerge well-prepared to enter the field. So whether you're eyeing licensure as a school counselor or a mental health counselor, or are already an experienced therapist looking to expand your knowledge, Lesley has the Counseling Psychology program to help you achieve your goals.

Learn more about our scholarship opportunities.

Clinical Mental Health Counseling

• M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling without specialization
• M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling, School and Community Specialization
• M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Holistic Specialization
• M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Trauma Studies Specialization

Counseling Psychology

• M.A. in Counseling Psychology without specialization
• M.A. in Counseling Psychology, School Counseling Specialization
• M.A. in Counseling Psychology, Professional Counseling Specialization

Certificate Programs

• Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) in Counseling Psychology
• Advanced Professional Certificate (APC) in Counseling Psychology for Educators, Clergy, Managers and Health and Human Service Professionals
• Advanced Professional Certificate (APC) in Professional Development in Counseling Psychology
• Advanced Professional Certificate (APC) in Trauma Studies in Counseling Psychology