MS in Counseling Psychology (MFT)
Students in our Counseling Psychology program graduate well-prepared for a successful career as professional therapists. The program focuses on teaching students a relational and systemic model for providing counseling services.
Fall 2025 application cycle is now open!
- Priority Deadline: January 15, 2025
- Regular Deadline: February 10, 2025
- Final Deadline: March 3, 2025
Quick Facts
| Program Units 60 |
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| Average Duration 2-3 years |
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| Format On-campus with a full-time or part-time course load |
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| Calendar & Course Availability Fall and spring semesters (15-week terms) and summer sessions |
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| Start Term New students begin during the Fall semester. |
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Want to learn more?
Let us know you're interested and we'll reach out to answer your questions. You'll also receive more information about the program and your financial aid options.
Contact Us
clugrad@callutheran.edu
(805) 493-3325
On-Site Counseling Centers
A special feature of the Counseling Psychology program is a 12-month practicum placement in one of our on-site Community Counseling Center program locations.
Both centers are low-cost community counseling facilities, which provide intensive on-site clinical training experience for graduate students.
Why Cal Lutheran?
- Diversity of students from all over the U.S.
- WASC accredited university
- Optional concentration areas
- Excellent core psychology faculty who value teaching, research, and service
- Two campus locations with fall entry terms
Why Pursue an MFT?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor reports, "Employment of marriage and family therapists is expected to grow by 41 percent from 2010 to 2020, much faster than the average for all occupations."
Read more about why obtaining an MFT might be right for you.
Kevin RogersThe school's counseling centers are really jewels of the community. Under supervision, we get a chance to engage and truly help people who might not otherwise be able to afford it. It's a tremendous amount of responsibility and one of the great rewards of the program.