PhD in Psychology - Clinical Psychology in Los Angeles United States | University of California, Los Angeles

UCLA's Clinical Psychology program ranks among the nation's most prestigious, competitive, and extensive programs, dedicated to cultivating future academics, researchers, and clinical science leaders who will shape research, policy, and professional practice.

Clinical science represents a psychological discipline focused on creating and sharing optimal knowledge—both theoretical and practical—to alleviate distress and enhance public health and wellbeing. Instead of treating research and clinical application as distinct domains, clinical science integrates them as interconnected aspects of a unified expertise. Program participants engage deeply with evidence-based clinical training, which subsequently strengthens their research through comprehensive insights into psychological processes. The UCLA Clinical Science Training Programs utilize exacting methodologies and diverse theoretical frameworks while embracing human diversity. We strive to prepare emerging clinical scientists who will expand and disseminate knowledge about the causes, progression, evaluation, treatment, and prevention of mental health conditions.