Governors State University

Division of Psychology and Counseling

About the Program

Last Updated: 
January 01, 2009

The Division of Psychology and Counseling at Governors State University offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in psychology and a CACREP-accredited graduate degree in Counselor Education. Psychology includes a graduate degree with a theoretical or clinical track. The Counseling Program includes tracks in Community Counseling, Marriage and Family Counseling, and School Counseling. The Division of Psychology and Counseling has world-renowned faculty and strives to meet the University mission of offering creative, innovative, challenging, and financially accessible programs. Governors State University is located south of Chicago.

Program Overview

Program Administrator: 
Dr. Shannon B. Dermer (chair)
Department Emphasis: 
Area Percentage
  Psychology30%
  Community Counseling25%
  School Counseling25%
  Family Therapy20%
Campus Enrollment: 
5,692
Programs Options: 
Master's

Graduate Program

Courses Offered: 
  • Measurements and Evaluation
  • Social and Cultural Foundations
  • Life Span Developmental Issues
  • Counseling Theories and Ethics
  • Community Counseling and Professional Orientation
  • Family Systems: Theory and Practice
  • Life Style and Career Development
  • Beginning Counseling and Human Relation Skills
  • Practicum in Vocational Counseling
  • Group Dynamics and Intervention
  • Counseling Internship I & II
  • Families and Addictions
  • Practicum in Individual Counseling: Adult
  • Parent Education: Prevention and Intervention
  • Assessment and Treatment Planning
  • Family Counseling Techniques
  • Marriage and Couple Counseling
  • Practicum in Group Counseling: (Child and Adolescent; Adult)

Master's Level

Program Options: 
  • Marriage & Family Counseling
Comments: 

The master's program has a strong applied emphasis. Students are in 3 practices with actual clients before beginning internship.

Faculty

Faculty at Governors State University