Johnson University
Marriage & Family Therapy / Professional Counseling
About the Program
Last Updated:
September 04, 2012 PROGRAM PURPOSE
Within the larger purpose of Johnson University, the objective of the Graduate Counseling Program is to provide professional therapy education for individuals intending to serve in social service settings such as community mental health agencies, child and family service centers, K-12 school systems, local congregations, as well as in a private practice setting. The education received also prepares students to pursue doctoral education.
Program Overview
Program Administrator:
Dr. Sean Ridge (Dean)
Department Emphasis:
| Area | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|
| Family Therapy/Professional Counseling (clinical) | 75% | |
| Family Studies/Development | 25% |
Campus Enrollment:
900
Programs Options:
Master's Address & Contact Information
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7900 Johnson Drive
Knoxville, TN 37998United States
35° 56' 8.0304" N, 83° 45' 1.1592" W
Undergraduate Program
Graduate Program
Courses Offered:
- Adult Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Integrating Theology and Therapy into a Systemic Orientation
- Ethical and Professional Issues in Counseling
- Child and Adolescent Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Couple and Marital Therapy
- Group Dynamics, Theories, and Techniques
- Human Development Over the Life Cycle
- Addiction Etiology and Counseling
- Social and Cultural Diversity
- Human Sexuality
- Methods of Research and Writing
- Career Assessment and Development
- Theories of Counseling and MFT I
- Theories of Counseling and MFT II
- Contemporary Trends in Theory and Technique
- Practicum & Internships
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The Graduate Counseling Program utilizes a hybrid course format, incorporating diverse teaching modalities such in-class discussion, experiential activities, and online learning. Such an approach produces classes that engage students in diverse learning activities while also minimizing the number of visits to campus for each class. Student may choose to live locally in Knoxville as they progress through the program, or could choose to complete coursework while living at a distance. Additionally, the program offers multiple degree completion options, each with unique requirements and opportunities for students to customize a program of study to meet their specific needs.