Program Overview

Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S.

The Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S. program at Georgia State University is a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) accredited master's degree that meets the educational requirements for professional licensure as a counselor. This program prepares students to work with people across the lifespan in individual, couples, and group settings.

Program Highlights

• Engage with nationally recognized research and clinical faculty
• Participate in groundbreaking research that affects the future of the profession
• Apply counseling knowledge and skills at practicum/internship sites
• Advocate for the wellness of clients and the growth of the mental health counseling field
• Lead the profession by participating in local, national, and international associations

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S. program can pursue careers in various settings, including:

• Mental health agencies
• Family counseling centers
• Private practices
• Corporate human resource positions
• Correctional settings
• Other environments that require expertise in human development and counseling skills

Program Details

• Admissions Requirements:
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Goals statement
  • Resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official Transcript with a minimum 2.5 undergraduate GPA
• Program of Study: A total of 60 semester hours are required, including:
  • 33 semester hours in the core area
  • 12 semester hours in the applied Practicum/Internship area
  • 6 hours of electives
  • 9 hours in professional studies
• Funding Your Graduate Education: Various funding opportunities are available, including awards, assistantships, and fellowships.

Faculty

The program is led by experienced faculty, including:

• Jonathan Orr, Program Coordinator
• Catherine Chang
• Don Davis
• Brian Dew
• Kan Guvensel
• Leslie Wofford

Accreditation

The Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S. program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) for Clinical Mental Health Counseling and fully meets the educational requirements for licensure as a professional counselor (LPC) in Georgia.

Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

• Work with clients in individual, group, family, and couples settings
• Address a wide range of challenges, including interpersonal difficulties, career and vocational transitions, crisis and trauma, emotional concerns, identity development, grief and loss, addictions, psychosocial issues, and more
• Develop a strong sense of professional identity aligned with the American Counseling Association's definition of counseling
• Facilitate counseling sessions and participate in consultation and supervision with professionals and administrators
• Contribute to mental health scholarship through research, writing, and presentations
• Build connections to a group of peers who will enter the profession and provide support as a professional network for many years into the future.