MA in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness and Post-Master's Advanced Certificate, LGBT Health, Education, and Social Services in New York United States | New York University

This dual degree program blends academic coursework with hands-on clinical experience to equip you for a career as a certified mental health practitioner. You'll gain the skills to work across diverse environments, with specialized training in serving LGBTQ+ communities and their support organizations. The program fulfills all educational prerequisites for New York State counseling licensure. The Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness program caters to future counselors aiming to address mental health challenges while empowering clients. Through this dual-degree path, you can simultaneously qualify for mental health counseling licensure while deepening your understanding of LGBTQ+ community concerns. New York State officially recognizes this program as meeting all requirements for mental health counseling licensure. Graduates emerge prepared for careers in various settings such as community organizations, university counseling centers, HIV/AIDS service programs, and independent practice. Those pursuing the LGBT Health, Education, and Social Sciences advanced certificate can apply 6 credits from that curriculum toward their Counseling MA electives.