As a Catholic, Jesuit university, Marquette’s Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology Department upholds the Jesuit principle of cura personalis, or “care for the whole person.” Through varied course work and meaningful clinical placements, our counseling programs shape graduates into providers who transform lives by supporting people in their holistic growth and wellness.

Our expert faculty are committed to our students’ development and to providing high-quality learning that emphasizes thorough preparation and training for counseling and professional psychology careers. Our students, in turn, receive training and experience in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment and prevention skills necessary to deliver comprehensive counseling services to all. Our graduates are critically aware of the cultural contexts of their approaches, seek opportunities to serve the underserved and do what it takes to Be The Difference. Our Commitment to Diversity is the foundation of our training programs.

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Our programs

Sometimes knowing what to do is a matter of inspiration. Sometimes it’s a matter of necessity. Whatever the case, the College of Education has something for you. We offer a wide variety of graduate-level course work to meet your biggest and smallest needs. Are you a counselor? Would you like to be a licensed psychologist? Choose the Department of Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology for graduate-level degrees in counseling and counseling psychology.

Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology Our fully accredited Doctorate in Counseling Psychology program prepares graduates to take counseling psychology positions in higher education, community mental health clinics, hospitals and private practice environments, or to be administrators or academic psychologists. Our program is based on a scientist-practitioner model and includes research engagement. Ph.D. Program Information

M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Our fully accredited M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program prepares graduates to have successful careers as counselors in a variety of settings and to enter the job market with an in-demand skill set. Students can choose a general track or specialize in addiction, child and adolescent, or clinical rehabilitation counseling. CMHC Program Information

Online M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Our online M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling curriculum combines the academic rigor of our in-person program with the flexibility of online delivery. After earning this degree, graduates will be prepared to meet the educational requirements for mental health counseling licensure as a licensed professional counselor in Wisconsin and many other states. Online M.S. Program Information

M.A. in School Counseling Our Master of Arts in School Counseling program includes course work, practicums, internships and other training experiences that offer comprehensive preparation for professional practice as a school counselor. Students are prepared to design and deliver school counseling programs aligned with the American School Counselor Association National Model. School Counseling Information