6 Psychotherapy Masters Degree Programs in USA

For nearly 50 years, CIIS’ Integral Counseling Psychology program has trained students in a vision of psychotherapy that combines major spiritual traditions of the East and West and contemporary therapeutic practices. The holistic orientation of this unique counseling program invites students to articulate their personal vision of psychology within modern theoretical approaches.

ICSW’s psychodynamic perspective and strong clinical emphasis distinguish us among master’s and doctoral programs. Our educational approach unites theoretical training, real-world experience, and ongoing mentorship to prepare our students to practice at an advanced level.

Online or on campus, the M.S. degree’s concentration in therapeutic recreation prepares you to become a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist® (CTRS). Therapeutic recreation is one of the fastest-growing health and human services professions, where graduates can pursue a career that provides a powerful sense of purpose. CNN Money listed it as one of the 10 best jobs to save the world, and Forbes chose it as one of the top 25 meaningful college majors.

CIIS' Somatic Psychology program draws on developmental and sociocultural perspectives, exploring how embodied emotion, expression, identity, and interaction are formed in individuals, families, and communities. Our graduates are trained as conscientious and culturally aware experts in approaches to psychotherapeutic embodied cognition.

CIIS’ Drama Therapy program explores how dramatic processes work overtime to heal wounds for lasting change, and to help people reach their full potential. The Drama Therapy program is one of five master’s programs offered through the Counseling Psychology department, and offers an engaging, embodied, and interactive experience to students. It integrates experiential, didactic, and clinical courses in a curriculum designed to train students to become personally and culturally attuned to become master drama therapists.

The Master of Science in Child and Family Studies is designed for students who want to deepen their understanding of child development, family dynamics, and community programs. The program offers a mi...