Master of Counselling Psychology: Art Therapy

Tuition fees are 44,030 USD per year.

This Master's program develops practitioners who use creative practice to advance well-being. It integrates counselling psychology with art therapy, grounded in Adlerian psychology, studio art, and clinical training. Students engage in coursework, studio work, and over 700 hours of supervised clinical practicum to address trauma, promote recovery, and build resilience.

This 60-credit program combines coursework with over 700 hours of supervised clinical practicum and field experience.

Graduates develop expertise to practice in diverse settings such as hospitals, schools, wellness centers, treatment programs, community organizations, and private practice.

Applicants require a baccalaureate degree with a 3.0 GPA and specific prerequisite credits in art and psychology. International applicants must meet English proficiency scores (TOEFL iBT 92, IELTS 7.0, or PTE 66). The application requires transcripts, resume, statement of intent, art portfolio, two recommendations, and a faculty interview.

The programme totals about 60 credit hours. Full-time study is typically 2 years, with part-time opportunities available. The program is delivered on-campus in Vancouver. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes.

Adler University carries forward the work of Alfred Adler, the physician and psychotherapist who founded Individual Psychology. Adler connected health with social conditions and placed community, prevention, and population health at the centre of psychological thought. His ideas about social interest, cooperation, belonging, and shared responsibility continue to shape the University’s educational mission.

Graduate study focuses on psychology, counselling, and mental health, with programs designed for careers across behavioural health and related sectors. Chicago students can study Couple and Family Therapy, while other programs are available online or at the Vancouver campus. Coursework combines evidence-based learning with applied practice. Depending on the program, students may complete supervised practice, practicums, internships, or community-based work. Faculty bring academic and professional experience into the classroom, and career support helps students build skills and professional networks.

Adler is an international graduate university with in-person, online, and hybrid formats. Chicago students can access housing and relocation guidance, transportation information, mental health and disability support, daily-essentials assistance, and on-campus employment opportunities. Student organizations, events, and community partnerships provide ways to connect beyond coursework. The University also works with community partners through clinical practica and direct service, giving students opportunities to apply their learning with people and organizations. International applicants should review the requirements and format of their chosen graduate program when planning their studies.