COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY
Master of Arts (MACP)
The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters, but one who has insight draws them out. ~ Prov. 20:5
The M.A. in Counseling Psychology program is carefully designed to meet California state requirements for licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). It prepares students for the challenges of the mental health profession by applying current psychological theory, integrated with biblical principles throughout the curriculum. Instructors are scholars and practitioners, offering both academic and practical guidance. Built on a cohort model, the program facilitates long-term relationships and supportive growth.
63 UNITS
26 MONTHS
ROCKLIN CAMPUS & REMOTE
Remote courses allow you to participate in a live class virtually, no matter your location.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The MA in Counseling Psychology is a graduate degree that prepares students for counseling of individuals, couples, children, and families; consulting; agency affiliations; church/ministry affiliations; and doctoral preparation. It is approved by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
The Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology prepares students having an interest in the mental health professions with a firm foundation of psychological theory, research, spiritual formation, and preparation as practitioners. It prepares students for the challenges of the mental health profession by applying current psychological theory integrated with biblical principles throughout the curriculum. Instructors are scholars and practitioners, offering both academic and practical guidance. Built on a cohort model, the program facilitates long-term relationships, supportive growth, and guided professional development. The M.A. in Counseling Psychology program is carefully designed to meet California state requirements for licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC).
Gina Mertz, M.A., LMFT
Program Director, Master of the Arts in Counseling Psychology
Associate Professor, School of Psychology
Stephanie Caine, Ph.D., LPCC
Program Director, MACP Synchronous
Assistant Professor, School of Psychology
The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters, but one who has insight draws them out. — Proverbs 20:5
FACULTY
Jessup's dedicated community of faculty, both full-time and adjunct, are here to walk alongside you, equipping you with the knowledge and values you'll need to establish a meaningful career, grow spiritually, and succeed in all areas of your life. Learn more about our full-time faculty.
Program Director, Master of the Arts in Counseling Psychology
Associate Professor, School of Psychology
MACP Practicum Coordinator
Clinical Faculty, School of Psychology
Professor, School of Psychology
Chair, Traditional Undergraduate Psychology Program
Dean, School of Psychology
Program Director, MACP Synchronous
Assistant Professor, School of Psychology
Associate Professor, MACP Psychology, TRAD Psychology
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