Begin Your Search for an Online Counseling Master’s Program

The need for counselors, therapists, and applied behavior analysts is more prevalent than ever. If you want to show up for your community as a mental health professional, the first step toward a career as a counselor, therapist, or ABA is finding the online master’s program—and school—that aligns with your values and goals.

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Pepperdine University logo

Preparing professionals for lives of purpose, service, and leadership since 1971.

NYU Steinhardt logo

Educating people for social change, inspiring the pursuit of knowledge, creativity, and innovation.

Northwestern University logo

Committed to excellent teaching, innovative research, and the personal and intellectual growth of our students.

University of Denver logo

Driving positive change in the lives of individuals, organizations, and communities through unleashing the power of learning.

Simmons University logo

Providing transformative learning that links passion with lifelong purpose.

These programs are operated by 2U

Pepperdine University logo

Preparing professionals for lives of purpose, service, and leadership since 1971.

NYU Steinhardt logo

Educating people for social change, inspiring the pursuit of knowledge, creativity, and innovation.

Northwestern University logo

Committed to excellent teaching, innovative research, and the personal and intellectual growth of our students.

University of Denver logo

Driving positive change in the lives of individuals, organizations, and communities through unleashing the power of learning.

Simmons University logo

Providing transformative learning that links passion with lifelong purpose.

These programs are operated by 2U

Pepperdine University logo

Preparing professionals for lives of purpose, service, and leadership since 1971.

NYU Steinhardt logo

Educating people for social change, inspiring the pursuit of knowledge, creativity, and innovation.

Northwestern University logo

Committed to excellent teaching, innovative research, and the personal and intellectual growth of our students.

University of Denver logo

Driving positive change in the lives of individuals, organizations, and communities through unleashing the power of learning.

Simmons University logo

Providing transformative learning that links passion with lifelong purpose.

These programs are operated by 2U

Pepperdine University logo

Preparing professionals for lives of purpose, service, and leadership since 1971.

Northwestern University logo

Committed to excellent teaching, innovative research, and the personal and intellectual growth of our students.

NYU Steinhardt logo

Educating people for social change, inspiring the pursuit of knowledge, creativity, and innovation.

University of Denver logo

Driving positive change in the lives of individuals, organizations, and communities through unleashing the power of learning.

Simmons University logo

Providing transformative learning that links passion with lifelong purpose.

These programs are operated by 2U

Pepperdine University logo

Preparing professionals for lives of purpose, service, and leadership since 1971.

NYU Steinhardt logo

Educating people for social change, inspiring the pursuit of knowledge, creativity, and innovation.

Northwestern University logo

Committed to excellent teaching, innovative research, and the personal and intellectual growth of our students.

University of Denver logo

Driving positive change in the lives of individuals, organizations, and communities through unleashing the power of learning.

Simmons University logo

Providing transformative learning that links passion with lifelong purpose.

These programs are operated by 2U

Pepperdine University logo

Preparing professionals for lives of purpose, service, and leadership since 1971.

NYU Steinhardt logo

Educating people for social change, inspiring the pursuit of knowledge, creativity, and innovation.

University of Denver logo

Driving positive change in the lives of individuals, organizations, and communities through unleashing the power of learning.

These programs are operated by 2U

All programs are designed with an online counseling student in mind and feature:

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General Psychology

Master of Arts in Psychology Online From Pepperdine University

Pepperdine’s Master of Arts in Psychology program is designed for students who want to gain a thorough understanding of human behavior and psychological principles. Students are prepared to take the next step in various fields related to psychology.

  • Prepare to work in the human services field, help organizations thrive, or pursue doctoral study
  • Complete in as few as 18 months
  • No GRE or clinical training required

Learn more about Pepperdine’s master of arts in psychology online.

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Mental Health Counseling

Master’s in Mental Health Counseling Online From NYU

NYU Steinhardt’s online master’s program in counseling for mental health and wellness teaches aspiring mental health counselors how to help clients of all ages and backgrounds lead healthy and meaningful lives. Graduates are prepared to pursue employment as a therapist in settings such as addiction treatment centers, community agencies, and private practice.

  • 700 hours of rigorous, in-field training
  • Prepares you to pursue licensure
  • MPCAC-accredited
  • No GRE required

Learn more about NYU’s master’s in mental health counseling online.

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Master’s in Counseling Online From Northwestern University

The online Master of Arts in Counseling Program from The Family Institute at Northwestern University—one of the top 10 universities in the nation—prepares you to pursue licensure as a self-reflective clinical mental health counselor.1 You can choose from accelerated, traditional, and part-time tracks and a Bridge to Counseling Program for students new to the field.

  • 800 hours of clinical training
  • Prepares you to pursue licensure
  • CACREP-accredited
  • No GRE required

Learn more about Northwestern’s online master’s degree in counseling.

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Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology (Licensed Professional Counselor) Online From Pepperdine University

Pepperdine University’s online Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology program is designed for students who want to serve individuals—and their community—as a licensed professional counselor. 

  • 700 hours of rigorous, in-field training
  • Prepares you to pursue licensure as an LPC
  • Complete in as few as 27 months
  • No GRE required

Learn more about Pepperdine’s master’s in clinical psychology online.

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Master’s in Mental Health Counseling Online From NYU

NYU Steinhardt’s online master’s program in counseling for mental health and wellness teaches aspiring mental health counselors how to help clients of all ages and backgrounds lead healthy and meaningful lives. Graduates are prepared to pursue employment as a therapist in settings such as addiction treatment centers, community agencies, and private practice.

  • 700 hours of rigorous, in-field training
  • Prepares you to pursue licensure
  • MPCAC-accredited
  • No GRE required

Learn more about NYU’s master’s in mental health counseling online.

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Master’s in Counseling Online From Northwestern University

The online Master of Arts in Counseling Program from The Family Institute at Northwestern University—one of the top 10 universities in the nation—prepares you to pursue licensure as a self-reflective clinical mental health counselor.1 You can choose from accelerated, traditional, and part-time tracks and a Bridge to Counseling Program for students new to the field.

  • 800 hours of clinical training
  • Prepares you to pursue licensure
  • CACREP-accredited
  • No GRE required

Learn more about Northwestern’s online master’s degree in counseling.

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Master’s in Mental Health Counseling Online From NYU

NYU Steinhardt’s online master’s program in counseling for mental health and wellness teaches aspiring mental health counselors how to help clients of all ages and backgrounds lead healthy and meaningful lives. Graduates are prepared to pursue employment as a therapist in settings such as addiction treatment centers, community agencies, and private practice.

  • 700 hours of rigorous, in-field training
  • Prepares you to pursue licensure
  • MPCAC-accredited
  • No GRE required

Learn more about NYU’s master’s in mental health counseling online.

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Master’s in Counseling Online From Northwestern University

The online Master of Arts in Counseling Program from The Family Institute at Northwestern University—one of the top 10 universities in the nation—prepares you to pursue licensure as a self-reflective clinical mental health counselor.1 You can choose from accelerated, traditional, and part-time tracks and a Bridge to Counseling Program for students new to the field.

  • 800 hours of clinical training
  • Prepares you to pursue licensure
  • CACREP-accredited
  • No GRE required

Learn more about Northwestern’s online master’s degree in counseling.

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Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology (Licensed Professional Counselor) Online From Pepperdine University

Pepperdine University’s online Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology program is designed for students who want to serve individuals—and their community—as a licensed professional counselor. 

  • 700 hours of rigorous, in-field training
  • Prepares you to pursue licensure as an LPC
  • Complete in as few as 27 months
  • No GRE required

Learn more about Pepperdine’s master’s in clinical psychology online.

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Master’s in Counseling Online From Northwestern University

The online Master of Arts in Counseling Program from The Family Institute at Northwestern University—one of the top 10 universities in the nation—prepares you to pursue licensure as a self-reflective clinical mental health counselor.1 You can choose from accelerated, traditional, and part-time tracks and a Bridge to Counseling Program for students new to the field.

  • 800 hours of clinical training
  • Prepares you to pursue licensure
  • CACREP-accredited
  • No GRE required

Learn more about Northwestern’s online master’s degree in counseling.

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Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology (Licensed Professional Counselor) Online From Pepperdine University

Pepperdine University’s online Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology program is designed for students who want to serve individuals—and their community—as a licensed professional counselor. 

  • 700 hours of rigorous, in-field training
  • Prepares you to pursue licensure as an LPC
  • Complete in as few as 27 months
  • No GRE required

Learn more about Pepperdine’s master’s in clinical psychology online.

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Master’s in Mental Health Counseling Online From NYU

NYU Steinhardt’s online master’s program in counseling for mental health and wellness teaches aspiring mental health counselors how to help clients of all ages and backgrounds lead healthy and meaningful lives. Graduates are prepared to pursue employment as a therapist in settings such as addiction treatment centers, community agencies, and private practice.

  • 700 hours of rigorous, in-field training
  • Prepares you to pursue licensure
  • MPCAC-accredited
  • No GRE required

Learn more about NYU’s master’s in mental health counseling online.

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Master’s in Counseling Online From Northwestern University

The online Master of Arts in Counseling Program from The Family Institute at Northwestern University—one of the top 10 universities in the nation—prepares you to pursue licensure as a self-reflective clinical mental health counselor.1 You can choose from accelerated, traditional, and part-time tracks and a Bridge to Counseling Program for students new to the field.

  • 800 hours of clinical training
  • Prepares you to pursue licensure
  • CACREP-accredited
  • No GRE required

Learn more about Northwestern’s online master’s degree in counseling.

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Master’s in Mental Health Counseling Online From NYU

NYU Steinhardt’s online master’s program in counseling for mental health and wellness teaches aspiring mental health counselors how to help clients of all ages and backgrounds lead healthy and meaningful lives. Graduates are prepared to pursue employment as a therapist in settings such as addiction treatment centers, community agencies, and private practice.

  • 700 hours of rigorous, in-field training
  • Prepares you to pursue licensure
  • MPCAC-accredited
  • No GRE required

Learn more about NYU’s master’s in mental health counseling online.

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General Psychology

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School Counseling

Applied Behavior Analysis

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General Psychology

Mental Health Counseling

Marriage & Family Therapy

School Counseling

Applied Behavior Analysis

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Mental Health Counseling

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School Counseling

Applied Behavior Analysis

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Marriage and Family Therapy

Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy

The COAMFTE-accredited online MFT can be completed in as few as 24 months. Enjoy the same rigorous curriculum and expert teaching as in the on-campus program. Full- and part-time options available.

  • COAMFTE-accredited program
  • Convenient 24-month option
  • No GRE required to apply
  • Full- and part-time tracks available

Learn more about Northwestern’s master’s in marriage and family therapy online.

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Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy

The COAMFTE-accredited online MFT can be completed in as few as 24 months. Enjoy the same rigorous curriculum and expert teaching as in the on-campus program. Full- and part-time options available.

  • COAMFTE-accredited program
  • Convenient 24-month option
  • No GRE required to apply
  • Full- and part-time tracks available

Learn more about Northwestern’s master’s in marriage and family therapy online.

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Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy

The COAMFTE-accredited online MFT can be completed in as few as 24 months. Enjoy the same rigorous curriculum and expert teaching as in the on-campus program. Full- and part-time options available.

  • COAMFTE-accredited program
  • Convenient 24-month option
  • No GRE required to apply
  • Full- and part-time tracks available

Learn more about Northwestern’s master’s in marriage and family therapy online.

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Master’s in Family Counseling From Pepperdine University

Pepperdine University’s online Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology With an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy program is designed for students who want to serve individuals, couples, and families as a counselor or marriage and family therapist.

  • 700 hours of rigorous, in-field training
  • Prepares you to pursue licensure as an LMFT
  • Complete in as few as 27 months
  • No GRE required

Learn more about Pepperdine’s master’s in clinical psychology online.

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Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy

The COAMFTE-accredited online MFT can be completed in as few as 24 months. Enjoy the same rigorous curriculum and expert teaching as in the on-campus program. Full- and part-time options available.

  • COAMFTE-accredited program
  • Convenient 24-month option
  • No GRE required to apply
  • Full- and part-time tracks available

Learn more about Northwestern’s master’s in marriage and family therapy online.

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School Counseling

Master’s in School Counseling Online From University of Denver

The online Master of Arts in School Counseling program from University of Denver’s Morgridge College of Education prepares future school counselors to advocate for children and adolescents in private, public, and charter P–12 school settings.

  • 700 hours of real-world counseling practice
  • Optional on-campus experience
  • Complete in as few as 24 months
  • No GRE required

Learn more about University of Denver’s master’s in school counseling online.

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Master’s in School Counseling Online From University of Denver

The online Master of Arts in School Counseling program from University of Denver’s Morgridge College of Education prepares future school counselors to advocate for children and adolescents in private, public, and charter P–12 school settings.

  • 700 hours of real-world counseling practice
  • Optional on-campus experience
  • Complete in as few as 24 months
  • No GRE required

Learn more about University of Denver’s master’s in school counseling online.

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Master’s in School Counseling Online From University of Denver

The online Master of Arts in School Counseling program from University of Denver’s Morgridge College of Education prepares future school counselors to advocate for children and adolescents in private, public, and charter P–12 school settings.

  • 700 hours of real-world counseling practice
  • Optional on-campus experience
  • Complete in as few as 24 months
  • No GRE required

Learn more about University of Denver’s master’s in school counseling online.

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Master’s in School Counseling Online From University of Denver

The online Master of Arts in School Counseling program from University of Denver’s Morgridge College of Education prepares future school counselors to advocate for children and adolescents in private, public, and charter P–12 school settings.

  • 700 hours of real-world counseling practice
  • Optional on-campus experience
  • Complete in as few as 24 months
  • No GRE required

Learn more about University of Denver’s master’s in school counseling online.

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Master’s in School Counseling Online From University of Denver

The online Master of Arts in School Counseling program from University of Denver’s Morgridge College of Education prepares future school counselors to advocate for children and adolescents in private, public, and charter P–12 school settings.

  • 700 hours of real-world counseling practice
  • Optional on-campus experience
  • Complete in as few as 24 months
  • No GRE required

Learn more about University of Denver’s master’s in school counseling online.

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Master’s in School Counseling Online From University of Denver

The online Master of Arts in School Counseling program from University of Denver’s Morgridge College of Education prepares future school counselors to advocate for children and adolescents in private, public, and charter P–12 school settings.

  • 700 hours of real-world counseling practice
  • Optional on-campus experience
  • Complete in as few as 24 months
  • No GRE required

Learn more about University of Denver’s master’s in school counseling online.

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Applied Behavior Analysis

Master of Applied Behavior Analysis Online From Pepperdine University

Pepperdine University’s online Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis program provides students with a thorough understanding of how to leverage applied behavior analysis techniques to enrich lives. The program will prepare you to help individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, or traumatic brain injury.

  • 20 hours of clinical training per month while enrolled in practicum—about 165 hours total
  • Complete in as few as 18 months
  • ABAI-verified coursework
  • No GRE required

Learn more about Pepperdine’s master’s of applied behavior analysis online.

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Master of Science in Behavior Analysis From Simmons University

No GRE is required to apply to Simmons’ respected, MS in Behavior Analysis with ABAI-verified course sequence. Graduate in 20 months with the knowledge to take the BCBA®  exam and assume leadership roles in the growing field of applied behavior analysis.

  • Attend Live, Online Classes
  • Access High-Quality Video Course Content 24/7
  • Nationally Recognized Expert Faculty

Learn more about Simmons University’s Master of Science in Behavior Analysis

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Master of Applied Behavior Analysis Online From Pepperdine University

Pepperdine University’s online Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis program provides students with a thorough understanding of how to leverage applied behavior analysis techniques to enrich lives. The program will prepare you to help individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, or traumatic brain injury.

  • 20 hours of clinical training per month while enrolled in practicum—about 165 hours total
  • Complete in as few as 18 months
  • ABAI-verified coursework
  • No GRE required

Learn more about Pepperdine’s master’s of applied behavior analysis online.

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Master of Applied Behavior Analysis Online From Pepperdine University

Pepperdine University’s online Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis program provides students with a thorough understanding of how to leverage applied behavior analysis techniques to enrich lives. The program will prepare you to help individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, or traumatic brain injury.

  • 20 hours of clinical training per month while enrolled in practicum—about 165 hours total
  • Complete in as few as 18 months
  • ABAI-verified coursework
  • No GRE required

Learn more about Pepperdine’s master’s of applied behavior analysis online.

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Master of Applied Behavior Analysis Online From Pepperdine University

Pepperdine University’s online Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis program provides students with a thorough understanding of how to leverage applied behavior analysis techniques to enrich lives. The program will prepare you to help individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, or traumatic brain injury.

  • 20 hours of clinical training per month while enrolled in practicum—about 165 hours total
  • Complete in as few as 18 months
  • ABAI-verified coursework
  • No GRE required

Learn more about Pepperdine’s master’s of applied behavior analysis online.

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Prepare to Do Your Life’s Work

You want to support your community as a mental health professional, and earning an accredited master’s degree is the first step to doing that work. All programs featured are from established institutions, and many feature clinical training in your own community and prepare you to pursue licensure after graduation.

Take the next step today by requesting information about the programs that interest you most.

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