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Clinical Psychology, Ph.D.

What to know before applying.

The CCNY Clinical Psychology PhD program emphasizes the mutual and reciprocal influence of scholarship and practice and aims to generate novel and nuanced research, integrative theories, and modes of clinical work. Our program has a strong commitment to psychodynamic thinking and social justice, although a number of evidenced based treatments are represented in our classrooms and clinical training. Embedded within the Program is The Psychological Center, a community based mental health clinic. The Psychological Center ( www.thepsychologicalcenter.org ) provides psychological services to more than 300 individuals across the lifespan each year and concurrently provides our students with a seamless link between scholarship and practice.

Application Process

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Intensive mentorship that allows developmental growth of students as they move through the program

Students receive a minimum of 4 years intensive clinical training at The Psychological Center

Student therapists work with children, adolescents and adults in individual and group therapy settings

3% acceptance rate into the PhD Program and clinical work begins in Year One

Student Info

Our student body is diverse in terms of race, ethnicity, gender identities, ages, sexual orientation, religious/spiritual affiliations and geographic home of origin. They have undergraduate degrees in a wide range of majors including psychology, religion, anthropology, philosophy, music, theater, biology, and journalism. Similarly, prior to starting the program many of our students have had professional experiences as teachers, research lab assistants, journalists, musicians, and more.

Faculty Info

Our faculty members represent a range of identities; 25% of whom come from historically minoritized backgrounds. Our faculty generate scholarly work that spans a broad spectrum of psychopathology and developmental processes. Their work as licensed psychologists further informs their teaching and scholarly work; more than 50% of the faculty serve as clinical supervisors for students. As evidence for a lifetime commitment to the program, a third of our faculty are graduates of the program!

Curricular Innovation

Students train from years 1-4 in The Psychological Center, receiving a depth to their training. Students train in child and adult individual and group psychotherapy and neuropsychological assessment and receive training in couples work and a number of evidenced based treatments, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotion Focused Psychotherapy, Alliance Focused Psychotherapy, Transference Focused Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy. In addition to our generalized training, students can choose to receive specialized training in our Sports Psychology Program, Spanish Language Consultation Group, and Asylum Justice Program.

Admissions Facts

1. Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.

We require transcripts from ALL post-secondary institutions attended, whether or not they include psychology courses. Unofficial versions are sufficient at the time of application. Upon acceptance, official versions are required.

2. Resume/CV

3. Personal Statement

In your applicant statement, please discuss your past education and experience, academic and professional plans, and reasons for wishing to undertake graduate work. Include some details about intended specialization in your field, your preparation for that specialization, and anything else you consider important for an assessment of your abilities. Please also be sure to convey who you are as a person, not just your academic qualifications. Since we are not a mentorship model program, it’s not essential to specify which faculty members you would like to work with. If you do decide to mention a faculty advisor of interest, please note that your primary advisor must be a core faculty member at CCNY Clinical Psychology doctoral program.

4. Supplemental essay

Please describe how your personal and/or professional characteristics, experiences, and interests have shaped who you are and why you seek to join this field (Length: 500 words, maximum)

5. Two Recommendation Letters (at minimum).

Who should write my letters of recommendation? We require at least two letters of recommendation. We have no requirements as far as who writes your recommendation letters; in general, it is a good idea to include at least one from a professor (to vouch for your academic work and ability) and one from an employer or supervisor - someone who can speak to your research and clinical work and ability. It is important to ask people who can speak of you with real knowledge of your abilities and personal qualities (rather than "he/she was one of 200 undergraduates in my lecture course. He/she did very well with a grade of A in the course...) You can include more than two letters. 

6. GRE General & GRE Subject Tests

Effective for the 2024-2025 admissions cycle, both the General GRE and Subject GRE in Psychology are required for admission. Please submit your scores for both the General GRE and the GRE Subject Test in Psychology. 

7.   Writing Sample (Optional). 

8. Application Fee

Application fee is set at $75. A fee waiver is only offered to US veterans with proof of active service.

For more information, visit program's website:  https://www.ccny.cuny.edu/psychology/admissions

Program Advisor/Directors:

Professor Steven Tuber,  [email protected]

Professor Sasha Rudenstine,  [email protected]

Admissions Contact:  [email protected]

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Doctor of Philosophy Clinical/Counseling Psychology

The principles underlying our Clinical/Counseling Psychology doctorate are a combination and integration of models traditionally associated with clinical psychology–including health, wellness, and psychological science–and models traditionally associated with counseling psychology–including strength- and asset-based, social justice-oriented, and multicultural perspectives.

Degree Details

Official degree title.

PhD in Clinical/Counseling Psychology

Clinical/Counseling Psychology PhD Program Online Info Session

Individuals interested in learning about and applying for the Doctoral Program in Clinical/Counseling Psychology in the Department of Applied Psychology at New York University will have the opportunity to hear from the Chair of the Admission Committee, Dr. Anil Chacko, about the process. This will include information about the mission of the program, requirements for applying, and what makes for a successful candidate/application. There will also be an opportunity for Questions & Answers.

October 23rd, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm (ET) - RSVP Link

About the Program 

The program follows the basic pattern of a scientist-practitioner model. The major components of the Clinical/Counseling Psychology doctorate are course work, clinical training (practica, externships, internship), and research training (including dissertation). Solid training in teaching and mentoring, giving students the professional background toward a career in academics, is another key feature of our program. Across all components, attention is given to the integration of practice, theory, and research. The program prepares students to engage in empirically-informed and social justice-oriented clinical practice as well as clinically-informed research. Special attention is paid to honoring the individual differences and cultures of those students with whom they work (in clinical work and in research), as well as understanding the structural and systemic forces that impact their well-being.

Licensure and Accreditation

The PhD in Clinical/Counseling Psychology was first registered with the New York State Department of Education for the professional preparation of psychologists in 1971. Graduates of the program become fully qualified psychologists with specialized training in counseling and are eligible for licensure by the state. Learn more about licensure requirements in those states in which students are doing learning placements.

The Clinical/Counseling Psychology program has been fully accredited since 1981 by the American Psychological Association, Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation, 750 First Street, NE, Washington DC 20002-4242 (202-336-5979). Questions related to the program's accreditation status may be directed to this office.

The program is currently accredited by the APA as Counseling Psychology program, with a reaccreditation visit scheduled for 2025 to become officially accredited as a combined Clinical/Counseling Psychology program.

Center for Counseling and Community Wellbeing

The Center is part of the teaching and training program in Clinical/Counseling Psychology and provides services to meet the local community's social, emotional, and behavioral health needs. We provide a range of services to children, adolescents, adults, and families.  Learn more about the Center , an important part of the Department of Applied Psychology at NYU Steinhardt.

Admissions Information

Careers and outcomes.

CNPS Student Handbook

Clinical/Counseling Psychology Doctoral Program Online Info Session

Individuals interested in learning about and applying for the Doctoral Program in Counseling Psychology in the Department of Applied Psychology at New York University will have the opportunity to hear from the Chair of the Admission Committee, Dr. Anil Chacko, about the process. This will include information about the mission of the program, requirements for applying, and what makes for a successful candidate/application. There will also be an opportunity for Questions and Answers.

Registration Required. 

GRE Requirements: 

The GRE (both the general test and the GRE subject test) is not a requirement for applications to the Clinical/Counseling Psychology PhD program. Even if GREs are submitted, they will not be considered.

Research Mentors:

The doctoral program in Clinical/Counseling Psychology at NYU is a small, individualized scientist-practitioner training program; thus, we pay close attention to the match between the candidate and the program’s faculty and resources. In particular, we seek to admit students whose professional interests align with the program as a whole and whose research interests are well-matched with those of one or more faculty member. Each new student will be matched with a primary research mentor and will also be supported by secondary faculty mentors in other research and clinical roles.

The faculty who are available to serve as primary research mentors for the Fall 2025 admissions cycle are:

• Anil Chacko
• Shabnam Javdani
• William Tsai
• Jordan Wright  

Other faculty are potentially available to serve as secondary mentors, so we encourage you to write about your interests and experiences that demonstrate that you are a good match with the program as a whole as well as with your potential primary mentor. Please note, because of the volume of interest, while these faculty members will be accepting applicants, they will not be able to respond to individual emails or meet with prospective students.

Questions: 

If you have questions regarding admission requirements, please review our How to Apply  page.

If you have any additional questions that are not addressed on the "How to Apply" page, please contact us at  [email protected] .

NYU Steinhardt offers a competitive funding package for PhD students who study full time.   Learn more about Steinhardt's funding opportunities .

Our program will prepare you for diverse roles in academia, social research, and clinical practice. In the academic arena, our students can go on to jobs in schools of psychology, public health, and public policy. In the area of social research, students are prepared to obtain positions in research, advocacy, and social service organizations. 

Additionally, our students are well-positioned for jobs in private-practice and healthcare organizations. Indeed, there is increasing demand for evidence-based strategies in health and social service organizations and our students are qualified to contribute to the design and implementation of such strategies, and the delivery of evidence-based interventions.

Learn more about Students Admissions, Outcomes, and Other Data .

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