Clinical Psychology (PsyD)
In the PsyD program, students work closely with faculty mentors and supervisors who support their professional and personal development. Through completing extensive clinical training, students gain experience and confidence as they complete a degree needed for licensure. Training includes more than 1,000 hours of supervised practicum experience, a one-year pre-doctoral internship, and a clinical dissertation. Students may develop their expertise by selecting one of our optional concentrations.
The doctoral program in clinical psychology(PsyD), which leads to licensure in New York and is designed to meet accreditation standards, is a full-time, practitioner-oriented program that prepares you for a career as a licensed psychologist. Graduates are prepared to engage in the ethical and diversity-sensitive practice of professional psychology. We provide training in psychological assessment, psychotherapy, consultation, and clinical leadership. Additionally, you will gain a firm grounding in the scientific and clinical underpinnings of psychology to deliver effective diagnostic and therapeutic services. The PsyD program will take a minimum of 5 years to complete.
About PsyD
The doctoral program in clinical psychology opens doors to professional practice with medical, forensic, and mental health populations. PsyD holders typically go into private practice or work in a variety of government, private, or nonprofit settings.
What does the doctoral program in clinical psychology entail?
In the PsyD program, students work closely with faculty mentors and supervisors who support their professional and personal development. Through completing extensive clinical training, students gain experience and confidence as they complete a degree needed for licensure. Training includes more than 1,000 hours of supervised practicum experience, a one-year pre-doctoral internship, and a clinical dissertation. Students may develop their expertise by selecting electives and clinical placements from either our Health Psychology or Child and Family emphasis.
Optional Emphasis
Health Psychology Emphasis
Students in the health psychology emphasis will gain additional knowledge and experience for providing assessment and intervention within healthcare settings and interprofessional teams.
Child and Family Emphasis
Students choosing the child and family emphasis explore the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and families within a variety of settings.
Manuals and Other Documents
- PsyD Program Manual (PDF)
