At Meridian University, our Master's in Counseling Psychology program offers a transformative journey that empowers students to realize their professional aspirations and excel in their therapeutic practices. This program is designed not merely to impart knowledge, but to instill the virtues that define a counselor's character.
Meridian University places a profound emphasis on the pursuit of meaning, a profound desire to aid others, and an acute sensitivity to the unique challenges of our era. As a student in our program, you will embark on a meaningful exploration of the historical foundations of psychology, delving into the rich tapestry of modalities through which healing, growth, and transformation can be achieved.
The MA in Counseling Psychology program is grounded in the belief that psychology's roots stretch deep into the core of human healing, all while providing students with a comprehensive skill set to navigate the arising complexities of the modern world. This, we believe, embodies the bridge between what we might call sacred purpose and professional practice.
At Meridian, we recognize that the path to becoming an effective counselor transcends academic learning alone; it is a profound journey that demands a resolute commitment to your own personal development. As a student, you will engage with diverse perspectives and develop the proficiency to navigate the intricate dimensions of the human psyche.
In just two to three years, Meridian’s integral and participatory approach to education will prepare you for licensure educational eligibility in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) and Professional Clinical Counseling (LPCC) across multiple states. Therefore, the MA in Counseling Psychology program underscores the paramount importance of cultivating clinical skills, both in theory and practice. But going beyond these essential components; we are also devoted to your personal growth and self-discovery, aligning with a more holistic approach to learning.
The MA in Counseling Psychology program is meticulously designed to enable you to make a lasting impact, offering essential support, guidance, and healing to those in need. Join us at Meridian University and become part of a community that celebrates your unique qualities and empowers you to excel in the profound and purposeful realm of counseling psychology. Discover with us the transformative power of education and prepare to create a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of others.
Hear from Meridian student, Lili Jeree Weckler, what it takes to seek depth and how Meridian University offered her a process of learning that allowed Lili to be present with the power of vulnerability as a starting point for learning. Transformative learning offered the safe container needed to allow these deep feelings to move through, and ultimately it paved the way to help discover a calling to help others that are in need of safe places.
The Meridian student body is global. Students in the US can seek educational eligibility for licensure in multiple states and for multiple license types. Map is for illustrative purposes. For detailed license information per state, click below. In another state or region not listed below? Contact the Admissions Team for more information.
Quarterly
Bachelors
Hybrid & Online
24-36 Months
92 Credits
$676
WASC
Meridian’s academic structure gives students the flexibility to navigate the University’s curricular architecture in ways that match their passions, professional goals, and other life commitments.
The structure is designed to serve a diverse student body, who live around the globe, have varied cultural and clinical visions for their careers, and are at different stages in their professional journey.
Students enroll in a degree program, can elect a concentration, and register for one or multiple courses each quarter. In addition to core courses for the specific degree program and anchor courses that represent the Transformative Learning intent of Meridian’s curriculum, students select elective courses that align with their Meridian concentration, background, and career path.
Meridian University offers two learning formats: Online and Hybrid.
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Contact An Advisor »Attend an Info Session »Meridian University is a degree-granting higher education institution accredited by the Senior Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). As an accreditor, WASC is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. WASC is also an accreditor of the University of California, Berkeley, UCLA, and Stanford University.
Meridian is approved by the U.S. Department of Education for participation in the Federal Student Aid programs as well as by the U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs for the training of veterans and other eligible persons.
The University is approved by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to provide form I-20 to eligible international students, enabling travel to and stay in the United States.
Meridian offers institutional financial aid to qualified international students.
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