MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling | LPC Track Texas

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A counseling curriculum designed for students pursuing Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensure in Texas. (Masters in Counseling LPC track, LPC degree programs Texas)

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A counseling degree for adults with an online-first format that can fit work and family responsibilities. (Flexible online counseling MA)

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An affordable online counseling masters option at $325 per credit with a clear, predictable cost model.

Don’t let being an adult stop you from being a student. Online and on-campus courses are custom-built for adults with parenting and work obligations.

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Program overview Career impact + licensure Clinical training and practicum expectations Curriculum snapshot DFW and North Texas local relevance

Mental health career training with real clinical preparation

Amberton University counseling doctoral student

48-60

Credit hours to complete degree programs

$325

Per credit hour

Mental health career training with real clinical preparation

Program overview Career impact + licensure Clinical training and practicum expectations Curriculum snapshot DFW and North Texas local relevance

Earn your Master’s Degree for less.

The Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling prepares competent, ethical, and culturally skilled counselors through training in professional counseling concepts, techniques, and skills.

Who it’s for?

Professionals seeking a career change to counseling
Adults who need a part time counseling masters path
Students pursuing a Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree online while staying connected to Texas licensure requirements

48-60

Credit hours to complete degree programs

$325

Per credit hour

Master of Arts – Clinical Mental Health Counseling Master of Arts – Marriage & Family Therapy Master of Arts – School Counseling

Program overview Career impact + licensure Clinical training and practicum expectations Curriculum snapshot DFW and North Texas local relevance

LPC degree programs Texas

30-36

Credit hours to complete degree programs

$325

Per credit hour

LPC degree programs Texas

Program overview Career impact + licensure Clinical training and practicum expectations Curriculum snapshot DFW and North Texas local relevance

Students who complete the program meet the academic requirements for becoming Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) in Texas. Students should review current state requirements for updates, and licensure questions should be directed to the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors.

You must be a permanent resident living in the State of Texas to enroll in this degree.

30-36

Credit hours to complete degree programs

$325

Per credit hour

Master of Arts – Clinical Mental Health Counseling Master of Arts – School Counseling Master of Science – Family Studies with a Specialization in Christian Counseling

Program overview Career impact + licensure Clinical training and practicum expectations Curriculum snapshot DFW and North Texas local relevance

Practicum preparation that matches real-world counseling

Adult learner completing interdisciplinary bachelor's degree coursework

100%

Online

Credit hours to complete

$325

Per credit hour

Practicum preparation that matches real-world counseling

Program overview Career impact + licensure Clinical training and practicum expectations Curriculum snapshot DFW and North Texas local relevance

Earn your Master’s Degree for less.

Program includes a minimum of 300 practicum hours
No student may enroll in practicum without completing all other degree requirements
CPCE requirement is tied to pre-practicum/practicum progression (call this out so students plan early)

100%

Online

Credit hours to complete

$325

Per credit hour

CSL6760 – Addiction Counseling CSL6770 – Advanced Counseling Ethics CSL6745 – School Counseling Ethics CSL6740 – Counseling Ethics CSL6780 – Professional Counseling Orientation CSL6782 – Theories and Methods of Counseling

Program overview Career impact + licensure Clinical training and practicum expectations Curriculum snapshot DFW and North Texas local relevance

What you’ll study in the MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Program overview Career impact + licensure Clinical training and practicum expectations Curriculum snapshot DFW and North Texas local relevance

Required Graduate Studies: 3 hours

Major Requirements: 54 hours

Counseling elective: 3 hours

Total: 60 credits

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CSL6785 – Trauma Counseling CSL6800 – Counseling Assessment Techniques CSL6803 – Career Counseling and Guidance CSL6805 – Group Counseling and Therapy CSL6830 – Counseling Skills and Techniques CSL6832 – Multicultural Counseling

Program overview Career impact + licensure Clinical training and practicum expectations Curriculum snapshot DFW and North Texas local relevance

Counseling degree Dallas and North Texas support

Program overview Career impact + licensure Clinical training and practicum expectations Curriculum snapshot DFW and North Texas local relevance

For students searching LPC programs in North Texas or mental health graduate programs DFW, Amberton offers online access with optional on-campus options in the Dallas–Fort Worth area.

If you’re researching best counseling schools in Texas, prioritize licensure alignment, practicum expectations, and a format you can actually finish.