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Accredited Graduate Psychology and Counseling Programs
Divine Mercy University has dedicated itself to advancing mental health education through a unique integration of scientific rigor and Judeo-Christian principles. Founded with a mission to train professionals in psychology and counseling, our institution offers APA-accredited doctoral programs, CACREP-accredited counseling degrees, and flexible online options designed for working professionals. Our faculty combines decades of clinical experience with academic excellence, maintaining low student-to-faculty ratios to ensure personalized mentorship.Through strategic partnerships with institutions like McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School, we conduct groundbreaking research on the intersection of spirituality and mental health. Our graduates emerge as compassionate practitioners equipped to address the complex needs of individuals and communities worldwide, supported by a curriculum that emphasizes both empirical evidence and holistic care.
Services
Clinical Psychology Doctorate
Online Psychology Master's
Counseling Master's Program
Spiritual Direction Certificate
Counselor Education Doctorate
Trauma Research Center
Online Counseling Degrees
CACREP Accredited Programs
APA Accredited Psychology Programs
Global Mental Health Initiatives
Highlights and features
- We offer APA-accredited clinical psychology programs with on-campus training opportunities
- Our online programs provide flexible learning options for working professionals
- We maintain low student-to-faculty ratios for personalized academic mentorship
- Our research initiatives explore the science of spirituality and mental health
- We partner with Harvard Medical School-affiliated institutions for advanced clinical training
Associations and certifications
- American Psychological Association (APA)
- Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Services
Clinical Psychology Doctorate
Our APA-accredited Doctor of Psychology degree combines on-campus training with competitive internship placements. Students benefit from experienced faculty and low student-to-faculty ratios. The program emphasizes both scientific research and clinical practice in mental health treatment.
Online Psychology Master's
This 100% online master's program offers five concentration areas adaptable to various professions. Designed for working professionals, it provides flexible learning while maintaining rigorous academic standards in psychological science education.
Counseling Master's Program
CACREP-accredited program blending online coursework with in-person training. Students study social and behavioral sciences through DMU's integrated person approach, preparing for professional counseling careers in diverse settings.
Spiritual Direction Certificate
Online certificate program providing training for clergy and laypeople in spiritual guidance. Combines theological foundations with practical skills for leading others in spiritual growth and development.
Counselor Education Doctorate
Doctoral program preparing counselors for academic leadership roles. Combines online learning with in-person training in counselor education, supervision, research, and advocacy within mental health professions.
People
Dr. Suzanne Hollman
Dean Emeritus and President's Liaison for Research
Former Dean of DMU's Institute for Psychological Sciences, Dr. Hollman brings decades of leadership experience in APA-accredited psychology programs and institutional research initiatives.
Dr. Cheri L. Marmarosh
Research Lab Director
Director of DMU's Center for International Study of Spirituality and Mental Health with 17 years as GWU professor, specializing in clinical research and McLean Hospital collaborations.
Dr. Rebecca S. Morse
Director of Research Training
Manages doctoral dissertation training programs, ensuring rigorous academic standards and research methodology instruction for psychology and counseling students.
Dr. Farreras
Dissertation Committee Chair
Professor teaching history of psychology and research methods, overseeing empirical dissertations in the PsyD program with expertise in integrative psychological research.
Questions
What accreditation does Divine Mercy University hold?
DMU is accredited by SACSCOC to award graduate degrees. Our Psy.D. program holds APA accreditation, and our counseling program has CACREP accreditation.
Do you offer online degree programs?
Yes, we offer fully online M.S. in Psychology, M.S. in Counseling, and Ph.D. in Counselor Education programs with flexible learning platforms.
What research opportunities exist at DMU?
Our Center for Trauma and Resiliency Studies collaborates with McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School on spirituality-mental health research initiatives.
Are international students eligible for online programs?
Yes, our online programs require no visa. On-campus Psy.D. students need F-1 visas for U.S.-based training.
What financial aid options are available?
We offer federal aid packages, scholarships, and loan programs. Online students access quarterly budget reporting under the CARES Act.
How does DMU integrate faith with psychology?
Our curriculum combines empirical research with Catholic-Christian anthropology to address the integrated person in mental health practice.
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