List of Counseling Degrees in Louisiana

We have 32 counseling degrees in Louisiana in our directory, with the majority of Louisiana universities offering some type of Master of Counseling degree.

Here are several examples of universities in Louisiana that offer Master's degrees in Counseling. In New Orleands, accredited universities offering a Master's in counseling include: the Louisiana State University- Health Science Center with concentrations in Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling; Loyola University which offers a Master's with specialties in Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling or Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

The University of Holy Cross which offers an MA in Clinical Mental Health, Marriage and Family Counseling, or School Counseling; the University of New Orleans with concentrations in Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling; and Xavier University of Louisiana which specializes in Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling.

You might also consider one of the featured sponsored accredited counseling programs that are currently accepting applicants.

Consider a Featured Online Counseling Program

School and Program Information Online Program? Entry Requirements Course Information
Northwestern University
Online MA in Counseling
CACREP Accredited
 check_circle Online GRE Scores Not Required 24 Courses (standard program for those with counseling experience) or 27 courses (bridge program, for those with no counseling experience)
New York University
Online Master of Arts in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness
MPCAC Accredited
 check_circle Online GRE scores are not required for admission. Weekly live classes taught by distinguished NYU Steinhardt faculty.
Vanderbilt University
Online Master's with School Counseling Specialization
SACSCOC Accredited
 check_circle Online Bachelor's Required Live, online classes every week led by Vanderbilt faculty
University of Southern California
Online Master of Education (ME) in School Counseling
Can be completed in less than 2 years.
 check_circle Online No GRE requirement Classes led by USC Rossier faculty who are experts in school counseling, educational leadership and family therapy.

Counseling Programs in Louisiana

As a counseling major, students will take part in typical undergraduate classes including those focusing on the different aspects of psychology. Undergraduate counseling programs prepare students for further education and even career readiness. Graduate programs prepare specialists for licensure through the state. Obtaining licensure through the state requires supervised work experience and completion of a licensure exam.

In graduate counseling degree programs, students will become more focused on their chosen specialty, whether the major be school counseling or marriage counseling. Regardless of which specialty is chosen, there is an abundance of availability in the job market.

Overview of Master of Counseling Degrees in Louisiana

The State of Louisiana provides numerous universities for students who wish to go after a Master's degree in Counseling from an accredited university. Graduating from an accredited university ensures that students will be eligible to obtain licensure in that state upon completion of their graduate program.

With numerous accredited university options, not many states offer so many choices as Louisiana. Students have the option of obtaining their degree on a traditional campus at different universities spread out across the state of Louisiana. Or, students can earn their degree online through one of those accredited online universities. New Orleans is one of the most popular towns in Louisiana.

Counseling Programs That May Be Currently Accepting Applicants

Counseling @ Northwestern is a CACREP-accredited online Master of Arts in Counseling Program with accelerated, traditional, and part-time track options. GRE scores are not required, nor is prior counseling experience. You will complete six quarters of supervised clinical field placements, which will prepare you to pursue licensure as a clinical mental health counselor in as few as 18 months.
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Prepare to become a mental health counselor – earn your master of arts in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness online from NYU Steinhardt. The program is MPCAC-accredited and prepares students to pursue state licensure. Complete in as few as 21 months. GRE not required.
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Earn your Master of Education with a specialization in school counseling online from Vanderbilt University’s top-ranked Peabody College. Prepare for licensure and develop the critical-thinking and social-emotional skills to effectively manage K–12 school counseling programs.
Learn more at PeabodyOnline.Vanderbilt.edu

The online Master of Education in School Counseling program from the USC Rossier School of Education prepares candidates to pursue school counseling licensure and become school counselors for children in grades K–12. GRE scores are not required to apply.
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University of Louisiana at Monroe Online Counseling Programs

While traditional campus programs are a great way to earn a Master's in Counseling, the state of Louisiana also offers an online program at the University of Louisiana at Monroe. Online programs offer opportunities to students who might not be able to meet during traditional classes on campus.

The University of Louisiana at Monroe is an accredited university that offers a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling both through an online method. The University of Louisiana provides the same program on campus, but online programs offer the ease of learning from home with a flexible schedule to work around employment and family time. The University of Louisiana Monroe is one of the only in-state universites in Louisiana to offer an accredited online Master's in Counseling.

Campus Based Counseling Programs in Louisiana

Another popular city in Louisiana that has an ample amount of accredited university options for students seeking a Counseling degree is Baton Rouge. The Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College in Baton Rouge offers an MS in Rehabilitation Counseling. Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge offers an M.Ed. in School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Louisiana Tech University is located in Ruston offering an MA with concentrations in Clinical Mental Health or School Counseling.

Louisiana Counseling Degrees

  • 32 different counseling degrees in Louisiana
  • According to the BLS, average salary for Louisiana counselors is around $37,210 annually

Louisiana State Counseling Licensing Boards

Louisiana Counseling Licensure

Licensed Professional Counselors Board of Examiners
8631 Summa Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
225/765-2515
[email protected]
www.lpcboard.org
Licensure:
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC)

School Counseling Licensure

Department of Education
Division of Certification, Preparation, & Recruitment
PO Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70804
(225) 342-3490(877) 453-2721
www.teachlouisiana.net
School Counselor [K-12]

Professional Counseling Licensure in Louisiana

With all these options, students seeking a degree in Counseling are sure to find a good fit in Louisiana. Students interested in applying for a licensure should contact the Louisiana Licensing Professional Counselors Board of Examiners.

As a licensed professional counselor in Louisiana, individuals can earn $37,210 per year on average. Working with individuals trying to find solace in life's problems or mediating couples to better communication is part of the job responsibilities in this field.

The incredible amount of community support that is found within this state provides for a stable career choice.

Working as a Counselor

Clients want to have a professional that they can trust with their issues. Counselors can be found in hospitals, private practices, professional organizations, or even customer service. As a willing hand to help people, a counselor has proved to be an asset both to society and to businesses specifically.

For those that feel the urge to make a true difference in the world, counseling is a good place to start.

Working and Living in Louisiana

Located in the southernmost area of the United States, Louisiana is home to some of the best food and best fun available. The people in this area love to live life to the fullest. There is no doubt about why this is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the U.S., with the southern hospitality and friendliness that the people of Louisiana provide.

Those looking to pursue a degree in counseling in Louisiana will find that the educational atmosphere is just as providing as the social atmosphere.

List of Louisiana Counseling Programs

Counseling Programs That May Be Currently Accepting Applicants

Northwestern University

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Online MA in Counseling ([email protected])
CACREP Accredited
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NYU Steinhardt

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Online MA in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness
MPCAC Accredited
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Vanderbilt University’s Peabody College

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Online Master’s with School Counseling Specialization
SACSCOC Accredited
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University of Southern California

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Online Master of Education (ME) in School Counseling
Accredited
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St. Joseph's University

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Online Behavior Analysis Degrees and Certificates
MSCHE Accredited
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NYU Steinhardt

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Online MA in Counseling and Guidance
MPCAC Accredited
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Maryville University

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Online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
HLC Accredited
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CACREP Accredited Louisiana Programs

CACREP (Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs) is the top accrediting board for counseling programs. Below, you will find a list of all of the CACREP accredited counseling programs in Louisiana. Keep scrolling or jump to all programs to see non CACREP accredited counseling programs.

Counseling Programs That May Be Currently Accepting Applicants
University of Holy Cross
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 7/10/2014
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2022
University of Holy Cross
M.A. in Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 4/1/1999
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2022
University of Holy Cross
M.A. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 1/18/2008
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2022
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 7/10/2014
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2022
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
M.S. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 7/10/2014
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2022
University of Louisiana at Monroe
M.Ed. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 3/1/1989
  • CACREP Expire: 3/31/2020
University of Louisiana at Monroe
M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 1/11/2014
  • CACREP Expire: 3/31/2020
University of Louisiana at Monroe
Online M.Ed. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 3/1/1989
  • CACREP Expire: 3/31/2020
University of Louisiana at Monroe
Online M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 1/11/2014
  • CACREP Expire: 3/31/2020
University of New Orleans
M.Ed. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 10/1/1989
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2020
University of New Orleans
M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 10/1/1989
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2020
Nicholls State University
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 7/10/2014
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2022
Nicholls State University
M.Ed. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 7/10/2014
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2022
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
M.A. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 7/10/2014
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2022
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 7/10/2014
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2022
Southeastern Louisiana University
M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 7/15/2013
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2021
Southeastern Louisiana University
M.Ed. in Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 3/1/1998
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2021
Southeastern Louisiana University
M.Ed. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 3/1/1998
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2021
Xavier University of Louisiana
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 7/9/2015
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2023
Xavier University of Louisiana
M.A. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 7/9/2015
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2023
Louisiana State University
M.A. in Community Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 10/1/2001
  • CACREP Expire: 8/31/2017
Louisiana State University
M.Ed. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 10/1/2001
  • CACREP Expire: 8/31/2017
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
M.HS. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 1/9/2015
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2023
Louisiana Tech University
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 7/15/2013
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2021
Louisiana Tech University
M.A. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 7/15/2013
  • CACREP Expire: 10/31/2021
Loyola University New Orleans
M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 7/15/2013
  • CACREP Expire: 3/31/2020
McNeese State University
M.Ed. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
  • CACREP Status: 8 Year
  • CACREP Start: 1/14/2016
  • CACREP Expire: 3/31/2024

All Accredited Schools with Counseling Degrees in Louisiana

View all programs in Louisiana below, or jump to all Louisiana CACREP accredited counseling programs.
Counseling Programs That May Be Currently Accepting Applicants
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
LA
CACREP
  • M.HS. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
Louisiana State University
LA
CACREP
  • M.A. in Community Counseling
  • M.Ed. in School Counseling
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston LA
  • Doctorate - Counseling Psychology
  • M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • M.A. in School Counseling
Loyola University New Orleans
LA
CACREP
  • M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
McNeese State University
LA
CACREP
  • M.Ed. in School Counseling
Nicholls State University
LA
CACREP
  • M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • M.Ed. in School Counseling
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches LA
  • Bachelors - Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling
  • M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • M.A. in School Counseling
Our Lady of Holy Cross College
New Orleans LA
  • Associates - Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling
  • Bachelors - School Counseling
  • Bachelors - Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling
Southeastern Louisiana University
LA
CACREP
  • M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • M.Ed. in Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
  • M.Ed. in School Counseling
Southern University at New Orleans
New Orleans LA
  • Associates - Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling
  • Bachelors - Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling
Southern University at Shreveport
Shreveport LA
  • Associates - Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling
University of Holy Cross
LA
CACREP
  • M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • M.A. in Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
  • M.A. in School Counseling
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
LA
CACREP
  • M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • M.S. in School Counseling
University of Louisiana at Monroe
Monroe LA
  • Doctorate - Marriage and Family Therapy
  • M.Ed. in School Counseling
  • M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • Online M.Ed. in School Counseling
  • Online M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of New Orleans
New Orleans LA
  • Doctorate - School Counseling
  • M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • M.Ed. in School Counseling
Xavier University of Louisiana
LA
CACREP
  • M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • M.A. in School Counseling

Still Looking for a Counseling Degree?

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