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LP – Psy.D. Applied Clinical Psychology





Psy.D. Applied Clinical Psychology

Develop advanced clinical skills for real-world application.

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Real-World Experience

Practicum and internship transform academic learning into clinical experience

Strong Job Outlook

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, this field is experiencing 6% annual job growth

Time to Completion

3 years full time

Prepare to Make a Lasting Impact in Mental Health

The Psy.D. Applied Clinical Psychology program at The Chicago School provides you with the advanced clinical training needed to assess, diagnose, and treat diverse populations. With a strong foundation in evidence-based practices and hands-on experience, you’ll be prepared to support individuals, families, and communities across a variety of clinical settings.

Program Highlights:
1. Hands-on Clinical Training: Gain real-world experience through supervised practicums and internships.
2. Comprehensive Curriculum: Build expertise in psychological assessment, psychotherapy, psychopathology, and ethics.
3. Multicultural Competence: Learn to provide culturally responsive care to diverse populations.
4. Scholar-Practitioner Approach: Integrate research and clinical practice to develop effective treatment plans.
5. Flexible Career Pathways: Prepare for roles in private practice, healthcare, education, and community mental health.

You’ll gain the hands-on training, theoretical knowledge, and professional experience needed to make a meaningful impact in the field of applied clinical psychology.

Career Pathways

Graduates of the Psy.D. Applied Clinical Psychology program are prepared for a variety of career opportunities, including:

  • Clinical Psychologist: Provide assessment, diagnosis, and therapy in healthcare and private practice settings.
  • Forensic Psychologist: Work in legal settings conducting psychological evaluations and risk assessments.
  • Health Psychologist: Address mental and physical health issues in hospitals and wellness programs.
  • Academic & Researcher: Teach, conduct research, and contribute to advancements in psychology.
  • Community Mental Health Leader: Advocate for policy changes and lead mental health initiatives.

Locations

testimonial

Sean Sterling, Ph.D., ABPP

Professor, Applied Clinical Psychology Program
Our faculty have real-world clinical experience. This amplifies your education with real case studies and practical lessons in the classroom.”

Our Approach

The Chicago School Approach is an immersive, applied learning model focused on developing professionals who can address present challenges and anticipate future needs. It combines four core elements of The Chicago School experience—Education, Innovation, Community, and Impact—to give students a practical and solutions-oriented education.

Education

Preparing tomorrow’s integrated health professionals.

Highly regarded by academic leaders, 20 programs at The Chicago School have earned programmatic accreditation.

Innovation

Embracing next-gen learning and practice.

Several programs offer Immersive Residencies for skill building and professional guidance.

Community

Creating connection, inclusion, and belonging.

52% of students identify as first-gen, prompting us to build the First Generation Student Success Program.

Impact

Supporting individuals, organizations, and communities.

500+ community partners offer internships, practicums, and community service opportunities.
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