Counseling Program Specialties

There are many different types of counseling, from mental health and substance abuse, to family and marriage counseling. Here are some of the top counseling program specialty areas. Click one of the links for the full program review.

There are many different types of counseling degrees. In some cases (not all), undergraduate students tend to pursue a more general Bachelor's in Counseling, but keep in mind if you are seeking a Bachelor's degree in Counseling, there are specialties that you might consider if you know exactly what you want to do. Meanwhile, students seeking a Master's degree in Counseling have a better idea of the specialty they want to pursue, and there are numerous options. Review the list below to see which counseling specialty programs are available.

Consider an online counseling program: Our Lady of the Lake University's online MA in Counseling has multiple specializations in School Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling. Learn more.

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Programs Currently Accepting Applicants

Online MA in Counseling Program at Our Lady of the Lake University

Our Lady of the Lake University : Online MA in Counseling (No entrance exam required to apply)

Online MA in School Counseling Program at University of Denver

University of Denver : Online MA in School Counseling (No GRE required)

Master's Degree in Counseling Program at Capella University

Capella University : Master's Degree in Counseling (No GRE—No Entrance Exam)

PhD in Counseling Program at Capella University

Capella University : PhD in Counseling (Scholarships available)

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Consider a Featured Online Counseling Program

School and Program Information	Online Program? Entry Requirements	Course Information
Our Lady of the Lake University Online MA in Counseling Designed to adhere to CACREP standards	✔ Online No GRE required.	Three specializations in Clinical Mental Health, Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling, or School Counseling. Learn More
University of Denver Online MA in School Counseling Designed to adhere to CACREP standards	✔ Online GRE Scores Not Required	Learn from doctoral-level faculty in live classes and gain experience through mock counseling and in-field training. Learn More
Capella University Master's Degree in Counseling CACREP Accredited	✔ Online No GRE—No Entrance Exam	Choose from Addictions, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or School Counseling specialties Learn More
Capella University PhD in Counseling CACREP Accredited	✔ Online Scholarships Available	Choose from Human Behavior or Counselor Education specialities Learn More
University of West Alabama Online Counseling and Psychology Degrees	✔ Online Multiple online counseling degree options	Programs in experimental psychology, clinical mental health counseling, family counseling Learn More

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Our Lady of the Lake University - Online MA in Counseling (SACSCC Accredited)

University of Denver - Online MA in School Counseling ( Accredited)

Capella University - Master's Degree in Counseling (CACREP Accredited)

Capella University - PhD in Counseling (CACREP Accredited)

Still Looking for a Counseling Degree?

Here are some of the most popular online counseling programs. On each page you will find a detailed write-up of the program, specific courses, and schools that offer that program that are currently accepting applicants.