Academics



As the nation's leading not-for-profit psychology graduate school, The Chicago School offers an unrivaled range of programs in psychology and related behavioral health sciences. Our school is known for fostering one of the field's most pioneering and innovative learning environments, blending world-class theoretical preparation with multicultural training and intensive hands-on learning. Classroom instruction is supported and enhanced by multiple opportunities for applying skills in real-world settings and building resumes that will lay the groundwork for post-graduate professional lives. Throughout their educational experience, students benefit from intensive personal and professional mentoring offered by practitioner faculty, and from multicultural training that will prepare them for the global world.

Our faculty members take learning seriously, participating in programs to measure their effectiveness as teachers and receiving year-round training in attitudes, behaviors and processes that support student learning. We systematically evaluate student learning outcomes and apply the assessment skills and 360-degree feedback tools of the psychology field to help students better understand and capitalize on their unique learning styles.


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Dr. Hector Torres

“Latino immigrants are disproportionately affected by mental health issues and yet it can be difficult for them to receive the help they need.” - Dr. Hector Torres, Assistant Professor, Clinical Counseling; Coordinator, Center for Latino Mental Health

Dr. Hector Torres

Overcoming Challenges Through Art Therapy

Umaimah Rasheed is helping Pakistani children with disabilities express themselves through art while securing funds for critical health care services they are typically denied.

Overcoming Challenges Through Art Therapy

Dr. Chante DeLoach

“As psychologists and agents of social change, we must fervently ask how psychology can aid in the promotion of global health.” -Dr. Chante DeLoach, Associate Professor, Clinical Psychology

Dr. Chante DeLoach