The Counseling Psychology Program at Carlow University is anchored by a framework informed by social justice and feminism. The framework is actualized within the program through curricular elements that promote analysis of and action to change sociopolitical structures. The following program objectives are in support of training practitioners of psychology who are especially well-prepared to affect change in sociopolitical systems and meet the needs of underserved client populations.

1. To provide education in the core areas of psychology including the Biological Bases of Behavior, Cognitive/Affective Bases of Behavior, Social Bases of Behavior, Life Span Development, Individual Differences, History and Systems of Psychology, Statistics and Research Methods and Design.
2. To provide education and training in the integration of theory, research, and professional practice reflective of an adaptive, person-in-context orientation consistent with the philosophy of counseling psychology.
3. To provide education and training in prevention, remediation, consultation, research, and program intervention for effective and culturally competent work with individuals, couples, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
4. To promote student awareness, skills, and knowledge to practice as culturally competent psychologists. Such training is consistent with practice guidelines established by the American Psychological Association.
5. To provide a solid theoretical knowledge base to prepare students to competently address issues related to the wellness and agency of women and other unequally advantaged groups.
6. To provide education and experience in research methods, evaluation, statistical and qualitative analysis and scientific thinking in support of the enhancement of the practice of counseling psychology.  
7. To provide education and training in supervision theory and practice.
8. To provide practical experience in the various modes of counseling through practica and internship.
9. To provide education and training in diagnosis for individuals, couples, families, groups, and organizations that emphasizes the strengths and potential of clients and that recognizes the impact of cultural and individual differences on the experience and manifestation of dysfunction.
10. To provide education regarding career development and work-place/organizational issues.
11. To provide education and training related to professional standards, ethical practice, and legal issues related to research and practice.

For information about enrolling in the program, please contact:

Mary C. Burke, Ph.D.
Director of Training Doctoral Program in Counseling Psychology
Department of Psychology & Counseling
Phone: 412-578-6408
E-mail: burkemx@carlow.edu

Robert A. Reed, Psy.D.
Chairperson
Department of Psychology & Counseling
Phone: 412-578-6349
E-mail: reedra@carlow.edu