MA in Pastoral Mental Health Counseling in Bronx United States | Fordham University

Guided by the Jesuit ideal of cura personalis, meaning care for the entire individual, the M.A. in pastoral mental health counseling combines cutting-edge counseling education with theological and spiritual formation.
Alongside learning psychosocial evaluation, diagnosis, ethical standards, and treatment methods, you'll explore pastoral guidance and spiritual support courses.
Whether your vocation leads you to become a counselor, therapist, faith leader, or chaplain, you'll develop skills to offer therapeutic care within religious settings.

Key Program Features
Upon completion, you'll qualify to pursue mental health counseling licensure in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and numerous other states.
Through supervised clinical internships, you'll acquire practical experience counseling individuals and groups professionally.
You'll benefit from personalized mentorship through close collaboration with faculty advisors.