Psy.D. in Marital and Family Therapy
Post-Master's
- Anaheim, CA
- Part-Time
- 3 Years
The Chicago School’s Psy.D. Marital and Family Therapy program at our Anaheim campus prepares students for leadership positions in the mental health field and is designed for pre-licensed and licensed master’s-level mental health professionals who want to advance in their careers and take advantage of opportunities that a doctoral degree provides.
Psy.D. Marital and Family Therapy coursework covers topics such as teaching in higher education, agency management, grant writing, program development and advanced clinical principles. An optional teaching apprentice program is available for qualified students that provides them the valuable opportunity to teach classes in the Los Angeles master’s program. The dissertation process focuses on applied research and includes options such as program development or evaluation, and grant writing.
Graduates are equipped with expert knowledge in theory, assessment, applied research, teaching and administration, and are prepared to serve as leaders and/or senior administrators in both educational and clinical settings.
Psy.D. in Marital and Family Therapy, Post-Master’s: Anaheim Student Experience
Conveniently located at the intersection of three major highways with direct access to public transit, our new Anaheim Campus is located inside Stadium Tower across from Angel Stadium and the Honda Center. The top floor a 12-story building with 365-degree views of Orange County, the campus provides 4,500 square feet of classroom space as well as common areas for community building, group studying, and small meetings.
Located in a developing entertainment center, students at The Chicago School’s Anaheim Campus have easy access to all the city has to offer, including museums, parks, concert venues, sporting events, and world-famous attractions.
Anaheim is home to the second-largest business park in Orange County with headquarters and principal offices for major corporations, allowing for networking and possible job opportunities upon graduation.
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Teaching in Higher Education
Theoretical and practical foundations and emerging methods in the art and science of teaching, particularly at the graduate and adult learner levels, are the foci of this course. Developing, implementing and evaluating the dynamics of learning climate and course construction are critical course dynamics. Using curriculum development tools such as essential questions and curriculum mapping methods to align assessment, content and standards, students will develop collaborative teaching methods appropriate to working with adult learners. The course guides students to formulate a teaching style that is built upon self-awareness and self-assessment and which capitalizes on their individual personality and talents.
Community Clinical and Agency Management
Covers a general overview of the community mental health system and clinical management associated with this area. Interagency agreements, memorandums of understanding and other collaborative experiences are discussed. Additional operational areas of agency management are addressed including general standards associated with record keeping, billing, fee scales, and reaching out to diverse and underserved populations.
Grant Writing and Publication
n this course, students will examine the relationship among organizational mission statement, needs assessments, goals, objectives, work plans, and evaluations. In addition, writing techniques will be discussed that will assist the student in the grant-writing process. The course will cover: common organizational problems, needs assessment, goals and objectives, evaluation, grant abstracts.
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c/o The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
203 N LaSalle St, Suite 1900
Chicago, IL 60601
Students applying to the Psy.D. in Marital and Family Therapy (post-Master’s) program must submit the following:
- Application
- Application Fee: $50
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Essay – Please answer the following question within three double spaced typed pages (approximately 750 words).
- The field of Marital and Family Therapy (MFT) focuses on psychology as it relates to an individual’s relationships and the influences on his / her systems. In MFT settings you will likely assist individuals from diverse backgrounds in a variety of different contexts. Please tell us reasons why you want to receive your Psy.D. in Marital and Family Therapy. Include what your career aspirations are and some of the challenges you might encounter when working with diverse individuals.
- Official College/University Transcripts
- Students must submit official transcripts from all schools where degrees have been earned. The Chicago School requires that all schools be regionally accredited higher education institutions. Official transcripts may be sent directly from the institution or with your application for admission as long as they are official, sealed, and signed across the envelope flap when they arrive.
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- Appropriate recommendations are from professors and/or supervisors from significant work or volunteer experiences, who can appraise your academic or professional performance. If you are mailing in your letters, they should arrive in a sealed enveloped, signed across the seal. You can also submit the letters online via the applicant portal.
- Previous Coursework
- Applicants must have a master’s degree in mental health counseling that is license eligible. These would include Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT license), Clinical Social Work (LCSW license) and Professional Counseling (LPC license). Exceptions may be made if the master’s program prepared students for clinical work and included a clinical practicum. (effective Fall 2011)
The Chicago School is dedicated to keeping our professional degree programs accessible to anyone regardless of financial status. In addition to the scholarships that may be available, our Financial Aid department will help provide you with information to determine what financial arrangements are right for you.
