California Baptist University

Counseling Psychology Program

About the Program

Last Updated: 
January 01, 2009

The Master of Science in Counseling Psychology at California Baptist University is designed for those who wish to gain the theoretical knowledge and practical experience to counsel in a variety of settings. Catering to a diverse range of professional and personal goals, the MS in Counseling Psychology offers a concentration in Professional Counseling (for licensure) and Professional Ministry. Additionally, the MS can be paired with the Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology or the Master of Arts in Counseling Ministry.

Program Overview

Program Administrator: 
Ms. Mischa Routon
Department Emphasis: 
Area Percentage
  Marriage & Family Therapy100%
Campus Enrollment: 
3,119
Programs Options: 
Master's

Graduate Program

Director: 
Dr. Gary Collins
Courses Offered: 
  • Cross Cultural Ethics and Values
  • Professional Practice Seminar I & II
  • MFT Counseling Theory
  • Human Growth and Development
  • Human Sexuality
  • Human Communications in Group Process
  • Counseling Techniques
  • Advanced Research Methodology
  • Advanced Psychopathology
  • Psychodiagnostics
  • MFT Counseling (Child & Adolescent)
  • Practicum I & II
  • Professional Ethics and Law
  • Family Therapy I & II
  • Integration Colloquium
  • Psychopharmacology
  • Child Abuse and Neglect: Diagnosis and Treatment
  • HIV and AIDS Counseling
  • Domestic Violence
  • Chemical Dependency: Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Grief and Loss Counseling
  • Aging and Mental Health

Master's Level

Program Options: 
  • Marriage & Family Therapy
Comments: 

The CBU MS in Counseling Psychology with the Professional Counseling Concentration meets the educational requirements for licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) as set forth by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). Beyond preparing candidates for licensure, the MFT Program develops compassionate, ethical counselors dedicated to improving the lives of others. Licensed MFTs may counsel in a variety of private, public and ecclesiastical settings.

 

Faculty

Faculty at California Baptist University