Dean Cynthia Eriksson teaching
Integration of Psychology and Theology
Students in Fuller’s School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy—a pioneer in the integration of psychology and Christian theology—are equipped to serve with professionalism, grace, and truth. All are trained for their chosen vocations in an environment of clinical excellence, research innovation, and academic distinction.
Clinical training
DIVERSE OPPORTUNITIES, PLUS A THRIVING IN-HOUSE CLINIC
Integration
PSYCHOLOGICAL TRAINING WITH A THEOLOGICAL FOUNDATION
Cutting-edge research
PARTICIPATE IN INNOVATIVE RESEARCH PROJECTS
Study with Experienced, Supportive Faculty
Fuller’s School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy is led by astute and passionate faculty with vast clinical experience and diverse research backgrounds.
View Dean Cynthia Eriksson's installation ceremony
Academic Programs
MS in Marriage and Family Therapy
Within a community of dedicated faculty and supportive cohort members, students are prepared for licensure as skilled therapists with a theological understanding that richly informs their work.
Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy
This hybrid program provides advanced clinical training and greater knowledge in assessment and research for already licensed therapists practicing in clinical settings including private practice, community agencies, schools, hospitals, or universities.
This program prepares students to provide therapy and assessment services to diverse populations in various settings (including private practice), to understand and apply research in helping clients thrive, and to teach in many settings.
This program prepares students to generate and publish research, to teach in undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral settings, and to provide therapy and assessment services.
Collaborative Training and Research
Through dozens of research projects our students and faculty work together to better understand neuropsychology, stress and trauma, worship and health, the role of religion in psychotherapy, and more.
Fuller Psychological and Family Services
FPFS is our on-site community clinic providing therapy in five languages and neuropsychological and personality assessments.
Thrive Center for Human Development
The Thrive Center researches how diverse people thrive. The empirical research focuses on spirituality, religion, virtue development, and purpose. Our interdisciplinary scholarship integrates philosophical, theological, and psychological perspectives to further understand thriving and spirituality.
Exceptional Clinical Training
Our faculty are closely involved in each student’s training experience, helping shape the development of their clinical skills and knowledge through classroom instruction, small group consultations, and direct supervision. Our clinical training features a broad network of clinical sites, comprehensive training, and integration of spirituality and psychology.
Integration of Psychology and Theology
The integration of psychology and theology is at the core of all our programs. Fuller offers solid academic training that cultivates excellence and professionalism undergirded by deep spiritual formation and theological understanding. Our faculty are not only highly respected scholars and practitioners in their fields, they are committed christian disciples who interweave their faith organically into their courses, research projects, and clinical training. Click here for more information on Integration.
Accreditation
Fuller’s PhD in Clinical Psychology and Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology programs are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association. Questions related to each program's accredited status should be directed to the Commission on Accreditation:
Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation
American Psychological Association
750 1st Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 336-5979 / Email: [email protected]
Web: www.apa.org/ed/accreditation
Integration Symposium
This annual lecture series features a nationally recognized scholar focusing on a single integrative issue.
Past Integration Symposiums on FULLER studio
Explore past topics covered in Fuller’s annual Integration Symposium, such as “The Christian Therapist as Peacemaker,” “How People Experience the Divine,” and more.
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Contact
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Office Hours
Monday – Friday
8 am – 5 pm (Pacific Time)
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