Applied Clinical Psychology: Definition and Degrees

What is Applied Clinical Psychology?

At The Chicago School, we define applied clinical psychology as practical application of clinical psychology techniques concerned with the assessment, case conceptualization, and treatment of mental illness and disability.

History of Applied Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School

At The Chicago School, we train applied clinical psychologists that serve as lead practitioners and/or senior administrators in both educational and multidisciplinary clinical psychology settings, such as private clinical practice, community mental health programs, hospitals, and wellness centers.

Graduates from the Applied Clinical Psychology program emerge with the skills and training necessary to pursue licensure as a clinical psychologist.

Degrees in Applied Clinical Psychology offered at The Chicago School

Our Psy.D. in Applied Clinical Psychology can be completed at several of our campuses.

Our Psy.D. in Applied Clinical Psychology can be completed at one of our Southern California Campuses.
Anaheim
Los Angeles
Online

Careers in Applied Clinical Psychology

The Chicago School’s Applied Clinical Psychology program equips graduates with the skills necessary to succeed as licensed clinical psychologists in a variety of settings.

Public and Private Sector Employers:
  • Clinics
  • Private clinical practice
  • Community mental health programs
  • Wellness centers
  • Hospitals
  • Nonprofit agencies
  • Government agencies
  • Educational institutions
Applied Clinical Psychology Job Titles:
  • Clinical psychologist
  • Program director
  • Faculty
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Joi K. Madison

Alumna and Adjunct Professor
The Chicago School really supported me with understanding my gifts—how to use them in the world and in the work that I do."

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