PhD in Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology

Suffolk's doctoral program in clinical psychology holds accreditation from the American Psychological Association. It provides step-by-step training that accumulates toward careers in clinical practice, research or academia. Requirements reflect the scientist-practitioner model, valuing evidence-based clinical work and research informed by practice. The program states a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and aims to prepare students to work respectfully and effectively with varied individuals and groups. Applicants can review the curriculum, meet alumni, watch a question-and-answer session with clinical faculty and download the doctoral program manual, which contains detailed information about the program and faculty. Questions about accreditation go to the APA's Commission on Accreditation, whose contact details appear on the page. The program belongs to the psychology department in the College of Arts and Sciences, with graduate admission handled in downtown Boston.