Overview

The Integral Counseling Psychology-Hybrid at California Institute of Integral Studies program is rooted in the department’s holistic, spiritually-oriented, multicultural, and liberatory framework for psychotherapy with individuals, groups, couples, and families. Students in the hybrid program benefit from the creative, immersive, and interactive use of technology, responding to advancements in the field of psychotherapy. By blending immersive, in-person intensives with engaging virtual coursework, students gain the best of both worlds — the convenience of online learning with the depth of face-to-face connection and experiential training. This program is designed for those who seek to bring profound, transformative healing into the world — whether through traditional therapy, telehealth, or innovative community-based approaches.

Career Paths

CIIS’ Integral Counseling Psychology-Hybrid students are trained to become Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs) who understand family and community systems, attachment theory, contemporary trauma theory, cultural/racial dynamics, and transpersonal concepts as a means of treating families, couples, and individuals from varying populations and demographics.

Our graduates practice in:

Private Practice – Offering therapy to individuals, couples, and families.
Community Mental Health Centers – Providing counseling to underserved populations.
Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities – Working in psychiatric units, rehabilitation centers, and primary care settings.
Schools and Universities – Supporting students through school-based counseling and college mental health services.
Substance Abuse Treatment Centers – Helping clients recover from addiction.
Correctional Facilities – Providing mental health services to incarcerated individuals.
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) – Offering workplace counseling and support.
Government Agencies and Military – Working with veterans, active-duty personnel, and their families.
Nonprofit Organizations – Supporting specific populations, such as survivors of trauma or domestic violence.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Clinical Relationship

Multicultural Counseling and the Family

Trauma

Psychodynamics

Community Mental Health

Gestalt Therapy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00

More details

International students are encouraged to meet priority deadlines due to additional time required for obtaining the student visa.

Language

English

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Credits

66 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

San Francisco, United States

Disciplines

Psychology Counselling Psychology View 860 other Masters in Psychology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Admissions Application.

Degree Requirement: An undergraduate degree (B.A., B.S., or the equivalent) from an accredited college or university.

Academic Prerequisites: Two undergraduate psychology courses from an accredited college or university are recommended but not required.

Minimum GPA: A GPA of 3.0 or higher in previous coursework is required. However, a GPA below 3.0 does not automatically disqualify an applicant. CIIS will consider a prospective student whose GPA is between 2.0 and 3.0.

Transcripts: Official transcripts from all accredited academic institutions attended where 7 or more credits have been earned.

Admissions Essay

Autobiographical Statement

Goal Statement: A one-page (typed, double-spaced) statement of your professional goals and objectives that demonstrates your commitment to the field of integral counseling.

Resume

Two Letters of Recommendation

Interview

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

30228 USD / year

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Out-of-State

30228 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

30228 USD / year

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Living costs

San Francisco

United States

2206 - 4119 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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