Counseling Psychology (MA) Program
Employment Opportunities for M.A. Counseling Psychology Graduates and LMHCs
Mental Health Counselors work in a wide range of settings. Among these are community mental health centers; hospitals and clinics; residential treatment centers; substance abuse treatment facilities; college and university counseling centers; employee assistance programs; managed behavioral health care organizations; government agencies; elder care facilities; and faith communities.
There are many employment opportunities in the Boston area and throughout the United States for qualified master’s level clinicians. Once they have completed their post-master’s work experience requirements and have passed the national licensing examination (known as the NCMHE), mental health counselors can also pursue independent practice. In Massachusetts, licensed mental health counselors are known as LMHCs.
Advantages of a Graduate School Education at MSPP
| Job Outlook: Percent (%) Change in Employment for 2010-2020 |
 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist |
 41% |
| Mental Health Counselor |
36% |
| Clinical, Counseling & School Psychologists |
22% |
| US News & World Report |
Best Social Service Jobs |
Best Jobs |
 |
| School Psychologist |
No. 1 |
No. 14 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist |
No. 6 |
No. 33 |
| Mental Health Counselor |
No. 18 |
No. 67 |
Median Salaries* Data from 2009 APA Salary Survey and US News & World Report |
|
| Clinical Psychologist |
$87,015 |
| School Psychologist |
$67,880 |
| Mental Health Counselor |
$47,000 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist |
$46,240 |
| * Licensed mental health professionals have the opportunity for additional income through private practice. |
The MSPP Difference: Percent (%) of Graduates to obtain a job within 6 months of graduation |
 |
| MA, Counseling Psychology |
100% |
| MA/CAGS, School Psychology |
100% |
| MA, Forensic and Counseling Psychology |
100% |
| MA, Organizational Psychology |
88% |
| PsyD, Clinical Psychology |
87% |
Updated 3/25/13
