Counseling Psychology

Applied Psychology Counselor Education

Pursue a Career in Counseling Psychology

This program trains students to become licensed doctoral-level psychologists. It has been accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA) since 2010.

In this program, you will:

  • Complete at least three years of classes and supervised clinical training, including a dissertation in Counseling Psychology
  • Complete a one-year pre-doctoral internship
  • Be prepared for a career as a professional psychologist, providing counseling, therapy, and research in many settings

Ph.D. Program

Program Training includes:

  • Individual, couples and family, and group counseling through practica in our on-site clinic, working under live supervision with community members and university students
  • Psychological assessment, including courses in cognitive and personality testing, with optional courses to expand skills
  • Research and evidence-based practice, with six required research courses and an option for a minor in applied statistics and research methods

Program Documents:

Counseling Psychology Handbook

External Practicum Policies and Procedures

External Practicum Sites

Meet the Faculty

Brian Johnson

Interim Director of Clinical Services and Professor

Licensure Disclosure Statement

Our program is accredited by the American Psychological Association. Students that complete our program are appropriately trained in health service psychology and meet the educational requirements to be eligible for licensure as doctoral level psychologists in the state of Colorado. Educational requirements for licensure outside of Colorado, vary by state and a complete list of state-by-state requirements can be accessed using the link below.

State by State Requirements

You should also verify licensure requirements for your state by reviewing and directly contacting the state’s licensing agency.

Student Admissions Outcomes and Other Data

Questions related to the program’s accredited status should be directed to:

Commission on Accreditation
Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation
American Psychological Association
750 1st Street NE
Washington, DC 20002

Questions? Contact Us!