Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Type
- Graduate
- Location
- Campus, Online
- School
- Leonhard Schiemer School of Psychology
Program Overview
The unique courses within the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling provide students with knowledge about psychological theory, counseling techniques, and assessment to equip students to address real-world issues from a biblical worldview. Graduates of the program are academically prepared to seek state licensure or certification as a professional mental health counselor.
Why Study Clinical Mental Health Counseling at TMU?
The Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Truett McConnell University is a biblically-centered program designed to deepen your understanding of human behavior and development.
This degree equips you with the skills and knowledge necessary to become a counselor, preparing you to make a significant impact in the world. With this solid grounding, you can pursue psychology careers in professional counseling, as well as in fields such as social work, law, and medicine.
Bring together your faith and desire to help others live meaningful lives with TMU’s Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling. To set you up for success, our program offers:
- Top-notch faculty who are dedicated to your faith and learning. While our expert educators do not shy away from teaching secular philosophies and theories within psychology, they also discuss how these ideas can and should be interpreted through the lens of Scripture. At TMU, you’ll learn from faculty with extensive career experience in areas from counseling and research to neuroscience to sports psychology.
- Hands-on learning throughout your studies.
All TMU psychology masters degree students take either an internship or research practicum and complete a capstone project. In addition, students will obtain six hours of documented personal counseling from a licensed professional and pass the CPCE, a test designed to help students pass the NCE that is required to pursue licensure.
Program Format
- Delivery Mode: Offered online and on campus
- Program Duration: 2 – 2 1/2 years
- Credit Hours: 62 credit hours
- Start Dates: Multiple terms per year (e.g., Fall, Spring, Summer). Fall start is recommended if possible.
Career Outcomes
- Mental Health Counselor
- Intervention Specialist
- Substance Abuse Counselor
- School Counselor
Admissions Requirements
Minimum graduate admissions criteria must be met along with the following requirements.
Applicants for the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling must have a bachelor’s degree or higher. Applicants must submit official college transcripts and have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Applicants must also submit:
- Resume
- Two-page personal statement essay
- Two professional recommendations
- Background check
Applicants will also complete a virtual group interview with the School of Psychology Faculty that will take place after the admissions deadline has passed.
Program Faculty
TMU's School of Psychology is filled with many talented, passionate, and experienced professors who are passionate about their students and helping them fulfill their calling.
Dr. Carlie Black
Chair, School of Psychology & Biblical Counseling; Assistant Professor, Neuroscience
Dr. John Coffee
Assistant Professor, Psychology
Amanda Duncan
Lecturer, Psychology
Dr. Richard Fowler
Professor, Psychology
Abraham George
Lecturer/Assistant Professor of Sociology
Dr. Brenda Hochmuth
Associate Professor, Neuropsychology
Lindsey Schaffer
Administrative Assistant for Psychology and Biblical Counseling
