Location:

Forest Grove, United States

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Doctorate

Specialty:

Clinical Psychology

Program Overview

Program Description:

The School of Professional Psychology at Pacific University offers a clinical Psy.D. degree as well as a Masters in Counseling program. The Psy.D. program offers generalist training consistent with the mandates of the APA, but also allows doctoral students the opportunity to obtain mentoring in child assessment and treatment, neuropsychology, forensic psychology, cognitive behavior therapy, long term psychotherapy, assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders and depression, health psychology, geropsychology, organizational behavior, cross-cultural psychology, and mindfulness meditation. The program has a marked commitment to human diversity and has extensive opportunities in the community to practice with diverse populations. Graduates of the M.A. in Counseling Psychology provide services for people of all ages and with diverse backgrounds. All students receive intensive training in using Evidence-Based Practices (EBP) in mental health that have proven effectiveness across a variety of populations. The program prepares students to work with clients at all levels of functionality. Some areas of study include child/adolescent, adult, organizationl, and latino/bilingual.