ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ’s Doctorate in Counseling Psychology program trains health service psychologists for careers working with diverse individuals and communities. Through our curriculum model, you will develop the necessary skills to practice as a culturally responsive, ethical counseling psychologist in community mental health clinics, hospitals, private practice, colleges and other environments. You will also refine your skills as a researcher to contribute to better understanding of therapy processes, treatment effectiveness, human development and diversity. Our program has been fully accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA) since 2002.

Why counseling psychology at Marquette?

  • Our program focuses on training psychologists who have a strong understanding of diversity, inclusion and social justice within health service psychology.
  • Our accomplished faculty are widely recognized as leading experts in their fields and committed to providing outstanding research and career mentorship.
  • We have a strong community network that offers students diverse practicum training experiences in top-level hospitals and other provider organizations.
  • We assist students in exploring and applying to practicum placements that best fit students’ interests and experience.
  • Our reputation for thoroughly preparing our students will have you standing out as a Marquette graduate and will equip you to truly serve the greater good, no matter where your career takes you.
  • Our programs have high retention rates and low student-to-faculty ratios.
  • Our location in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, offers you the amenities of a big city with the friendliness and ease of a smaller city.