Counseling Psychology, PhD
Diversity, Health, Mental Health, Psychology, School, Scientist, Wellness, clinical, counseling, helping
Prepare to be part of the next generation of psychologists. Train to serve diverse communities in clinical and academic settings.
This American Psychological Association-accredited Doctorate of Philosophy program in counseling psychology adheres closely to the scientist-practitioner training model in preparing graduates for employment in academic and clinical settings.
Although faculty interests are diverse, there is a common emphasis on using empirical data as the basis for culturally-responsive professional practice. The program boasts a strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced in course offerings, clinical training, professional development activities and research foci.
Faculty research foci include the following:
- acculturative stress
- cultural socialization
- LGBTQ+ mental health
- mental health disparities
- microaggressions
- psychotherapy process and outcome
- retention in graduate education
- social and personal relationships
- socioeconomic status and financial stress
- trans and nonbinary minority stress and resilience
Students enjoy exceptional clinical opportunities including placement in local hospitals, university and college counseling centers, community agencies and assessment sites. The program's state-of-the-art Counselor Training Center provides practicum experiences with campus and community clients as well as clinical supervision experiences. The center supports three complementary functions: clinical service provision, high-quality training, and innovative process and outcome research.
- College/school:
College of Integrative Sciences and Arts
- Location: Tempe
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
112 credit hours, a written comprehensive exam, a prospectus and a dissertation
Counseling Essentials Core Area (27 credit hours)
CED 522 Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy (3)
CED 523 Psychological Tests (3)
CED 534 Occupations and Careers (3)
CED 545 Assessment and Diagnosis (3)
CED 567 Group Dynamics and Counseling (3)
CED 576 Foundations of Counseling (Counseling Skills I) (3)
CED 577 Foundations of Counseling (Counseling Skills II) (3)
CPY 645 Professional Issues and Ethics (3)
CPY 671 Multicultural Counseling (3)
General Psychology Core Area (15 credit hours)
CED 529 Lifespan Human Development (3)
CPY 654 Biobases of Behavior (3)
CPY 672 Advanced Aspects of Cognitive and Affective Psychology (3)
CPY 676 Social Bases of Behavior (3)
CPY 679 History and Systems of Psychology (3)
Empirical Foundations Core Area (12 credit hours)
COE 503 Introduction to Qualitative Research (3)
CPY 701 Science and Practice of Counseling Psychology (3)
CPY 702 Research Methods in Counseling Psychology (3)
EDP 552 Multiple Regression and Correlation Methods (3)
Clinical Sequencing (21 credit hours)
CED 680 Practicum (3)
CPY 780 Topic: Doctoral Practicum (3)
CPY 783 Fieldwork (12)
CPY 784 Internship (3)
Professional Development (4)
CPY 635 Professional Development (1)
Counseling Theory and Method (18 credit hours)
CPY 651 Personality Assessment (3)
CPY 652 Individual Intellectual Assessment (3)
CPY 660 Prevention and Consultation (3)
CPY 677 Advanced Counseling (3)
CPY 678 Supervision Theory (3)
diversity course elective (3)
Research (3 credit hours)
CPY 592 Research Topic: Pre-Dissertation Research Paper (3)
CPY 792 Research (3)
Culminating Experience (12 credit hours)
CPY 799 Dissertation (12)
Additional Curriculum Information
Students will take four semesters of CPY 635 at one credit hour per semester. For the diversity course elective in the Counseling Theory and Method coursework, students will select from a list of electives in Area 5 as provided in the Graduate Student Handbook. Research courses should be selected in consultation with your program advisor.
Students should meet with their academic advisor prior to enrolling in their research coursework.
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts.
Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
All applicants must submit:
- graduate admission application and application fee
- official transcripts
- personal statement
- a completed biographical information form
- writing sample
- three letters of recommendation
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
The personal statement should be single-spaced, roughly 600--800 words, and it should describe the applicant's history, academic and professional goals, and reasons for selecting the counseling psychology program at ASU.
Applicants must submit a sample of their expository writing (e.g., taken from a paper prepared for a course or a report on a project the applicant has completed in this field) not to exceed 1MB.
At least two of the recommendation letters must be from persons familiar with the applicant's academic work.
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | 11/15 | Final |
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program has the following program outcomes:
- Design and conduct independent research in counseling psychology.
- Apply ethical and culturally responsive clinical skills across the areas of assessment and diagnosis and counseling and helping relationships.
- Teach counseling psychology knowledge to undergraduate student audiences in their role as a teaching assistant.
Graduates provide clinical services in a variety of settings, such as community agencies, hospitals, private practice and university counseling centers. They may also find employment opportunities within higher education through different academic positions.
ASU programs that may lead to professional licensure or certification are intended to prepare students for potential licensure or certification in Arizona. Completion of an ASU program may not meet educational requirements for licensure or certification in another state. For more information, students should visit the ASU professional licensure webpage.
Graduates of the counseling psychology doctoral program meet the licensure requirements of most states. Because requirements vary by state, it is recommend that students consult the licensing requirements for the state in which they intend to reside.
School of Counseling and Counseling Psychology
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EDB 446
ccp@asu.edu
480-727-1526
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
