Clinical Psychology

Preparing students to sit for licensure in many states, the Clinical Psychology course atSaybrook Universityis specifically focused on the knowledge and practical skills needed to enter professional practice.

The Clinical Psychology course at Saybrook University is the pursuit of the most advanced knowledge and skills needed to serve others with a holistic and humanistic view. Within the Clinical Psychology Ph.D. online curriculum, you will develop the ability to conduct ethical and effective psychotherapy based on psychological research rooted in multicultural and humanistic-existential psychology.

Students will study how to integrate modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with humanistic approaches, mindfulness-based meditation practices, spirituality, and prayer, the long-standing traditions of humanistic, transpersonal, and existential psychology, the adherence to ethical standards, relevant laws, regulations, and policies governing clinical psychology, and more. Through this clinical psychology doctoral programme, you will emerge with the capacity to build therapeutic relationships rich with transformative change, contribute to psychological research, and promote health and wholeness in your chosen clinical field, based on your interests and career aspirations.

Job Outcomes

The Clinical Psychology doctorate programme is intended to prepare graduates for clinical practice, research, teaching, and leadership. If you are interested in becoming a licensed psychologist or entering into private practice, you will need to verify the licensure requirements of your state. You may also view notes on licensure here.

Additionally, you may also explore a variety of roles at health care facilities and beyond, including:

• Clinical directors

• Research scientists

• Policy advisors

• Health care administrators

• Nonprofit directors

• University professors

• Private practice

• Wellness and life coaches

Courses include:

• Supervision in Clinical Psychology

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Applied within a Humanistic and Integrative Approach

• Mindfulness and Spirituality in Clinical Practice