{"id":111769,"date":"2020-11-20T16:27:36","date_gmt":"2020-11-20T22:27:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thechicagoschool.edu\/insight\/?p=111769"},"modified":"2026-01-13T12:35:17","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T18:35:17","slug":"what-are-the-different-types-of-counseling-degrees","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thechicagoschool.edu\/insight\/career-development\/what-are-the-different-types-of-counseling-degrees\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the Different Types of Counseling Degrees?"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"clearfix\"><p>There are bachelor\u2019s, master\u2019s, and doctoral counseling degrees available. You can have a successful career with any degree level, but it\u2019s important to keep in mind that becoming a licensed counselor requires a master\u2019s or doctoral degree.<\/p>\n<p>From degrees in counseling studies, professional counseling, or counseling psychology, there are so many options to choose from.<\/p>\n<a class='requestbut' href='#single-ninja-form'>Request info<\/a>\n<p>If you\u2019re unsure what specific focus you want to take, consider a generalist counseling program. This will ensure you get a strong foundation in many concepts like working with children, the elderly, individuals with mental health issues, or individuals with substance abuse and addictions.<\/p>\n<p>Alternatively, if you\u2019re set on a specific career path, make sure to look for a counseling degree program with the concentration you want. Some of the main types of counseling include concentrations such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Healthy Psychology Counseling<\/li>\n<li>Trauma and Crisis Intervention Counseling<\/li>\n<li>Addiction Counseling<\/li>\n<li>Child and Adolescent Counseling and Treatment<\/li>\n<li>Behavioral Counseling<\/li>\n<li>Marriage and Family Therapy<\/li>\n<li>Psychoanalytic Counseling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What to Look for in a Counseling Degree Program<\/h2>\n<p>In addition to deciding between a generalist degree track or a degree with a special concentration, you should also look for counseling degree programs with hands-on experience.<\/p>\n<p>Because counseling is such an intrapersonal field, getting field experience during your education is an invaluable asset. Look for programs with required internships or fieldwork.<\/p>\n<p>Also, don\u2019t be afraid to ask for course lists, a sample syllabus, or to talk to current students and faculty. This will give you more insights into what the degree program is truly like.<\/p>\n<h3>Counseling Psychology Education Programs Include Classes Like:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Wellness, Health, and Prevention<\/li>\n<li>Existential-Humanistic Psychotherapy<\/li>\n<li>Evaluation and Treatment of Addictions<\/li>\n<li>Foundations of Family Therapy<\/li>\n<li>Assessment and Treatment of Trauma: Children and Adolescents<\/li>\n<li>Psychology of Aging<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Learn more about counseling psychology programs and careers<\/h3>\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechicagoschool.edu\/chicago\/programs\/ma-counseling-psychology-health-psychology-concentration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Chicago School<\/a>, we offer graduate programs built with our students in mind. 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