Online Counseling Degree Programs
Counseling and therapy online degree programs with specializations in martial, family & couple counseling, school counseling and more.
Counselors have traditionally worked in mental health facilities, educational institutions and in private practice. Increasing awareness of the impact of emotions, conflict and stress on our general health is creating increasing demand for counselors to address problems in the workplace and the community.
These Master's and Doctoral programs in counseling provide the cross-disciplinary knowledge and practical skills for successful employment or private practice as a professional counselor. In addition to programs in Mental Health and Marriage and Family Counseling, we offer specialized programs in Counseling Education, School Counseling and Pastoral Counseling. (cont.)
Our accredited universities offer graduate level programs designed for working professionals who need maximum scheduling flexibility and time efficiency. Through a combination of coursework, research and practical application, students acquire an advanced understanding of current theory and therapeutic approaches for effective counseling in clinical, community, professional and private-practice environments.
Explore the Counseling programs below and request more information today. The respective university will assist you in making sure that a particular program meets the certification and licensure requirements relevant to your career objectives.
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Walden University Online
- Forensic Counseling (M.S.)
Expand your ability to deliver mental health services to populations served by the legal system. Build your knowledge of mental health law, with a specific f...
- Forensic Psychology in Community Settings (Master's)
Learn more about prevention, intervention, and consultation programs for criminal offenders in their communities. Understand the foundations of community cri... - Mental Health Applications (Master's)
Learn to evaluate and use traditional forms of intervention, including individual and group psychotherapy, and recent innovations in restorative justice. Gai... - Mental Health Counseling (Master's)
Walden is one of the only schools that offer a CACREP-accredited M.S. degree in Mental Health Counseling online. Our M.S. in Mental Health Counseling program... - Psychology & Legal Systems (Master's)
Explore the many ways you can interact with the court system as you gain a basic understanding of expert testimony, jury selection, and eyewitness testimony.... - Consultation (Ph.D.)
Learn to effectively apply consultation skills to improve individual, group, and organizational performance. Share your counseling skills and expertise as yo... - Counseling (Ph.D.)
In the Ph.D. in Human Services program-one of the largest of its kind-you'll be part of a community of professionals devoted to making a difference. You'll f... - Counseling and Social Change (Ph.D.)
Prepare for your role as an advocate and change agent for the counseling profession and your community. Learn to apply ethical practices and leadership skill... - Counseling Psychology (Ph.D.)
At Walden, we understand the education needs of today's psychology professional better than anyone. Our psychology graduate programs have a history of prepar... - Counselor Education and Supervision (Ph.D.)
Gain advanced individual and group-counseling skills, teaching and supervision competencies, and research skills. Evaluate the theory and practice of counsel... - Forensic Mental Health (Ph.D.)
Develop the knowledge and skills to work within the legal and criminal justice systems. Gain the expertise to supervise trainees and provide traditional ment... - Nonprofit Management and Leadership (Ph.D.)
Build your knowledge of the history and types of nonprofit organizations. Learn how nonprofits operate, from finance and budgeting to volunteer and board man... - Trauma and Crisis (Ph.D.)
Apply theory and best practices related to trauma and crisis management working with individuals and groups recovering from the effects of trauma and crisis,...
Capella University
- MS - Addiction Counseling (Master's)
Position yourself for increased career opportunities and job satisfaction in the fast-growing field of addiction counseling. This master's program in Addicti... - Counseling Psychology (Master's)
This master‘s in counseling psychology specialization offers a rigorous foundation of courses Counseling Psychology, a generally interventional approach to p... - Counseling Studies (Master's)
An advanced degree in counseling can be the credential you need to land higher-level human services positions. This non-clinical online Counseling Studies is... - General Human Services (Master's)
In the human services field, an advanced degree can be a significant career differentiator. This master's General Human Services specialization offers you th... - Marriage and Family Therapy (Master's)
Position yourself for increased career opportunities and job satisfaction in the fast- growing counseling field. This CACREP- accredited master's specializat... - Mental Health Counseling (Master's)
Mental health counseling is a field that can bring immense personal satisfaction as well as excellent career opportunities. This CACREP- accredited master‘s ... - School Counseling (Master's)
The demand for qualified school counselors is expected to grow as school enrollments increase, more states pass counseling mandates, and school counselors ta... - Social and Community Services (Master's)
Strengthen your ability to advocate for and facilitate positive change in your community with this Social and Community Services master's specialization. The... - Child and Adolescent Development (Master's)
Take advantage of this unique online opportunity to advance your skills and position yourself for leadership in organizations and professions serving childre... - Counseling Studies (Doctoral)
Enhance your career opportunities while contributing to the field of counseling through doctoral research. This online PhD Counseling Studies specialization ... - Counselor Education and Supervision (Doctoral)
Counseling is one of the country‘s fastest growing professions, creating an accompanying need for counseling educators and supervisors. This rigorous Counsel... - General Human Services (Doctoral)
The General Human Services PhD specialization is designed for professionals in a wide range of human services and health care fields who wish to advance thei... - Social and Community Services (Doctoral)
Prepare yourself for community leadership by deepening your knowledge of contemporary societal issues and contributing to field through your own doctoral res...
Argosy University Online
- Forensic Psychology (Master's)
The Master of Arts (MA) in Forensic Psychology prepares individuals to apply clinical, counseling, school, and neuropsychology skills to the provision of psy... - Counseling Psychology (Ed.D)
The Doctor of Education in Counseling Psychology helps enhance the professional expertise of those pursuing leadership, supervisory, training, and teaching p... - Pastoral Community Counseling (Ed.D)
The Doctor of Education in Counseling Psychology helps enhance the professional expertise of those pursuing leadership, supervisory, training, and teaching p...
Grand Canyon University
- Addiction Counseling (Bachelor's)
The Bachelor of Science in Addiction Counseling is designed to train practitioners in the field of addiction counseling and substance abuse treatment. The pr... - Addiction Counseling (Master's)
The Master of Science in Addiction Counseling degree is designed to meet the needs of learners who wish to pursue careers an addiction counseling professiona... - Professional Counseling (Master's)
The Masters of Science in Professional Counseling Degree requires 60 credit hours. The program's courses were chosen to meet the academic requirements establ...
Argosy University - Campus Programs
- Pastoral Community Counseling (EdD)
The Doctor of Education (EdD) in Pastoral Community Counseling Program is based on the fundamental belief that religious/spiritual communities provide a uniq... - Community Counseling (Master's)
The Master of Arts (MA) in Community Counseling program provides students with a sound foundation for the practice of community counseling, with a multifacet... - Guidance Counseling (Master's)
The Master of Arts (MA) in Guidance Counseling Program is committed to educating and training students to enter a professional career as masters'-level couns... - Marriage and Family Therapy (Master's)
Argosy University's Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage & Family Therapy Program provides graduate-level training in the core curricular areas, including sup... - Mental Health Counseling (Master's)
The Master of Arts (MA) in Mental Health Counseling Program recognizes the need to provide counseling professionals with the extensive knowledge and range of... - Professional Counseling (Master's)
The field of professional counseling has grown significantly within recent years, and as a result a larger number of settings are requiring professional coun... - School Counseling (Master's)
Argosy University recognizes the need to provide human services providers with the extensive knowledge and range of skills necessary to function effectively ... - EdD in Counselor Education and Supervision (EdD)
The EdD in Counselor Education and Supervision Program is designed to help current practitioners with existing master's-level preparation to advance their ca... - Edu. Specialist in School Counseling (EdS)
The Education Specialist (EdS) in School Counseling Program is designed for experienced schoolteachers who have master's degrees and wish to continue their p... - Marriage and Family Therapy (Doctoral)
The Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy program is a terminal degree designed for candidates seeking a non-traditional doctorate. The focus ...
Western International University
- Behavioral Science (Bachelor's)
Does human behavior fascinate you? Would you like to know how biology contributes to behavior, or how to resolve interpersonal issues? With a BA in Behaviora...
University of the Rockies
- Master of Arts in Psychology, Criminology and Justice Studies
Secure your Master of Arts in Psychology, Criminology and Justice Studies Specialization at University of the Rockies. Take your education to the next level... - Master of Arts in Psychology, General Psychology Specialization
Earn your Master of Arts in Psychology, General Psychology Specialization from University of the Rockies. Build a solid foundation in the science of psychol... - Master of Arts in Psychology, Health and Wellness Psychology Specialization
Bring your career to life! Foster healthy organizations and workplace environments that thrive. Earn your Master of Arts in Psychology, Health and Wellness S...
Ashford University
- Social Science - Applied Behavioral Science (Bachelor's)
Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social Science (BA/SS) degree from Ashford University and develop a sound understanding of the society we live in - individuals...
Liberty University Online
- Psychology - Christian Counseling (Associate's)
Liberty University’s Associate of Arts in Psychology with a specialization in Christian Counseling is designed to help you understand the multi-faceted aspec... - Psychology - Christian Counseling (Bachelor's)
Through Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Psychology program, you will master skills that will prepare you to work in counseling and psychological ... - Human Services - Health and Wellness (Master's)
Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Human Services with a concentration in Health and Wellness is designed for you to master the study of human behavior i... - Marriage and Family Therapy (Master's)
Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy program provides you with a strong understanding of counseling principles and strategies t... - Professional Counseling (Master's)
Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Professional Counseling program provides you comprehensive training in professional counseling to prepare you for lice... - Professional Counseling 60-Hour (Master's)
Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Professional Counseling program provides you comprehensive training in professional counseling to prepare you for lice... - School Counseling (M.Ed.)
Liberty University’s Master of Education – School Counseling program prepares you to be a school counselor in Christian, public, and private schools. You wil... - Counseling - Pastoral Counseling (PhD)
Liberty University’s Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling program provides advanced training in the field of pastoral care and counseling, equipping individual... - Counseling - Professional Counseling (PhD)
Liberty University’s Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling program provides advanced training in the field of professional counseling, equipping individuals for...
California University of Pennsylvania
- Graduate Certificate in Sports Counseling
The Graduate Certificate in Sports Counseling is 100% fully delivered online and designed for practicing counselors, counselors in training (post 48-credits)...
University of Maryland University College / UMUC Online
- Undergraduate Certificate in Health Issues for the Aging Adult
UMUC's Undergraduate Health Issues for the Aging Adult Certificate is designed for students who seek the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively work w...
Widener University
- Bachelor of Science in Allied Health – Applied Supervision
The Applied Supervision minor program at Widener University is practical and applications oriented. It is designed for individuals who seek the skills requir... - Bachelor of Science in Allied Health – Instructional Methods and Technology
The Instructional Methods and Technology minor program at Widener University is designed for individuals who desire an understanding of working with adults i...
Drexel University Online
- Post-Master's Certificate in Medical Family Therapy
This 14-credit (4 course) certificate program is designed to introduce a variety of currently practicing health care professionals to the ways acute and chro...
Upper Iowa University
- Bachelor of Science in Human Services
The purpose of the Bachelor of Science in Human Services program is to prepare the learner to understand the socioeconomic, psychological and political found... - Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) in Health and Human Services
The purpose of the M.P.A. with a Health and Human Services emphasis is to prepare the learner for successful management of government and not-for-profit agen...
UMassOnline
- Master of Science in Family Therapy
The Master of Science in Family Therapy offered by UMass online prepares its graduates to a vision of strengthening healthy families. The courses lead studen... - Domestic Violence Prevention
The University of Massachusetts Lowell is pleased to announce that its graduate-level Certificate Program in Domestic Violence Prevention is now available en... - Master of Education in School Counseling
UMass Online's Master of Education in School Counseling is designed to meet the needs of a local, national and international audience of adults wishing to en... - Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling
UMass Online's Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling prepares its graduates to be professional practitioners in a variety of community settings and i... - Behavioral Intervention in Autism
UMass Online's Behavioral Intervention in Autism Certificate is a four course certificate is designed to provide professionals in psychology, education, chil... - Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling
The Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling program prepares its graduates to be professional practitioners in a variety of community settings and ins...
