LP – Psy.D. Clinical Psychology

Psy.D. Clinical Psychology

Discover unparalleled clinical psychology training with a leader in the field for more than 40 years.

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Project

Accredited by the American Psychological Association in Anaheim, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C.

Time to completion:

Five years full-time

Available

Anaheim, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C.

Program Description

Unearth Clinical Expertise in Diverse Locations with the Clinical Psy.D. Program.

Anaheim: Embrace Comprehensive Clinical Training
At Anaheim, our Clinical Psy.D. program integrates psychological theory, scientific inquiry, and evidence-based practice, highlighting multicultural awareness. Different from the research-driven Ph.D., the Psy.D. prioritizes the application of psychological knowledge. The program offers:
– Comprehensive clinical practice domains: assessment, diagnostics, and intervention
– Specializations in Child & Adolescent Psychology and Forensic Psychology

Chicago: Four Decades of Clinical Excellence
The Chicago School’s Chicago Campus has a 40-year legacy in preparing clinical psychologists. Here, foundational coursework centers on core components, with elective clusters including:
– Child, Adolescent, and Family Psychology
– Forensic Psychology
– Health Psychology
– International Psychology and Human Rights

Dallas: Unique Clinical Training in Texas
The Dallas Clinical Psy.D. program emphasizes interdisciplinary practices in psychology and healthcare. This curriculum fosters personal and professional transformation, with Major Areas of Study in:
– Behavioral Medicine/Health Psychology
– Clinical Child/Pediatric Psychology

Los Angeles: Tailored Clinical Interventions
Our Los Angeles Campus offers a robust foundation in clinical psychology, allowing students to choose an “Intervention Orientation” from Cognitive-Behavioral, Humanistic-Existential, Psychodynamic, or Systems. You can also choose a concentration in:
– Child and Adolescent Emphasis
– Health Psychology Emphasis
– Neuropsychology Emphasis

Washington, D.C.: Unique Forensic Practice Area Option
Our Clinical Psy.D. program in D.C. equips students with a comprehensive understanding of psychological interventions, preparing them for the Clinical Competency Examination. Also an attribute to our Washington, D.C. program is:
– A focused Forensic Practice Area

Each campus is dedicated to developing skilled practitioners prepared for a dynamic career in clinical psychology, ensuring graduates can serve diverse communities effectively.

Career Pathways

The Chicago School’s Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology equips graduates with the skills necessary to work in a variety of professional settings, such as:

– Clinics
– Private practice
– Hospitals
– Government agencies
– Nonprofit agencies
– Educational institutions
– After completing the program, graduates will be able to:

Offer evidence-based assessment and effective interventions at the individual, group, organization, and community level.
– Mentor future practitioners and teach responsibly.
– Serve diverse populations with skill and ample cultural competence.
– Adhere to legal, psychological, business, and personal ethical standards while building rapport with clients and peers alike.
– Critically create and evaluate knowledge and disseminate ideas beyond the field of psychology.

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testimonial

Bonny Stewart, Psy.D.

Director of Clinical Training and Associate Professor
The Clinical Psy.D. programs at The Chicago School will provide you with the foundation you need to succeed in the field of psychology. You will learn how to utilize a knowledge base grounded in theory, evidenced-based practice, and research.”

Our Approach

The Chicago School Approach is an immersive, applied learning model focused on developing professionals who can address present challenges and anticipate future needs. It combines four core elements of The Chicago School experience—Education, Innovation, Community, and Impact—to give students a practical and solutions-oriented education.

Education

Preparing tomorrow’s integrated health professionals.

Highly regarded by academic leaders, 14 programs at The Chicago School have earned programmatic accreditation.

Innovation

Embracing next-gen learning and practice.

Several programs offer Immersive Residencies, for skill-building and professional guidance.

Community

Creating connection, inclusion, and belonging.

52% of students identify as first-gen, prompting us to build the First Generation Student Success Program.

Impact

Supporting individuals, organizations, and communities.

500+ community partners offer internships, practicums and community service opportunities.

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