Overview

Develop diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative skills in a systemic and relational context.

Key Features

Unlike many other forms of psychotherapy, marriage and family therapy primarily focuses on the inter-relationships between the self and others in the world.

The Marriage, Couples, and Family Therapy program from The Chicago School exposes you to this systemic view and can even help you rethink your approach to classical theories from this more integrative perspective. You will prepare to work with a variety of clinical populations and perspectives, including:

Individuals

Couples

Families

Children

Groups spanning the developmental spectrum

Those with emotional, intellectual, and psychological conditions and disorders

Career

Marriage and family therapists with an M.A. degree can pursue employment within a variety of professional settings, including:

Mental health centers

Substance abuse and treatment centers

Hospitals

Schools and colleges

Private practices

Employment assistance programs (EAPs)

Community mental health agencies

Higher education

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Recovery, Trauma, and Crisis Counseling within the Community
Psychopathology in the Family Context
Systems Theory and Family Therapy
Diversity in Family Therapy
Child & Adolescent Treatment
Systems Theory and Family Therapy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00

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More details

Online programs begin every eight weeks; rolling admissions policy; International applicants are encouraged to apply earlier due to visa timelines.

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Orange, United States
Los Angeles, United States

Disciplines

Family & Consumer Science Counselling Psychology View 765 other Masters in Counselling Psychology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application
Application fee: $50
GPA of 3.0 or higher is required
Official college/university transcripts
Resume or curriculum vitae
Essay
Admissions Interview
Three letters of recommendation
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
The GRE is not required, however students who have taken the exam may submit their scores to enhance their application

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29160 USD / year

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Out-of-State

29160 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

29160 USD / year

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Living costs

Orange

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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