Earn an esteemed counseling master’s degree online from The Family Institute at Northwestern University, one of thetop 10 universities in the nation.[1] Our curriculum introduces you to multiple therapeutic approaches so you can pursue licensure and serve people of all ages as a professional clinical mental health counselor.
In the program, you will gain the skills to become a well-rounded mental health counselor through immersive learning experiences.
The program curriculum blends counseling theory with hands-on experience so you can graduate ready to begin practicing in the field. All classes are taught by faculty who are active practitioners in the field.
Consisting of online classes, a Practicum, and Internship, the curriculum focuses on the roles of psychodynamic theory and self-reflection in one’s counseling practice. You also can pursue an emphasis on counseling for children and adolescents. The program can be completed on a part- or full-time basis.
“Counseling@Northwestern really blew me away with the lectures, the interactive pieces, and the ability to not only have class but also have meetings with my classmates. I don’t feel like I’m missing anything by not being on campus. “
—Sara Witzler, ’16
Learning from the same curriculum taught on campus, you will gain practical skills through live classes and interactive coursework. Online platform features include:
Learn more about the MA in Counseling Program delivered online. Fill out the brief form above to receive more information.
[1] According to U.S. News & World Report’s 2019 rankings. https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/northwestern-university-1739
