Master of Arts - Psychology - Counseling Psychology - Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

University of West Florida, students will be mentored by accessible and supportive faculty with extensive clinical, consulting and research experience. The affordable, intensive face-to-face instruction provides students with individualized attention.

Students will learn the science of psychology and evidence-based practice, gaining expertise in research methodology, statistics and critical thinking. University of West Florida will show students how to apply psychological science in service of individuals, families, groups and communities.

This program provides an in-depth study of human behavior. Students will explore the core foundations of the bases of behavior: biological, social, acquired and individual.

This option prepares students for a career as a licensed mental health counselor. Coursework combines with a practicum/internship field placement in a mental health setting. Students will complete 1000 hours of clinical and practical experience over the course of three semesters. Upon graduation they will be in a position to qualify to register with the state licensing board as an intern and to obtain the two-year post-degree supervised experience required for state licensure. This program is accredited by the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council.