Adler University educates students to engage the world and create a more just society. Established in 1952 to build on the pioneering work of Alfred Adler, the first community psychologist, the University offers master’s and doctoral programs for social change. Our beautiful campus is located in the heart of downtown Chicago, IL. We also offer a variety of programs that can be completed online through our online campus. 

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Doctoral Programs:

Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology

Emphases in:

-Advanced Adlerian Psychotherapy

-Child and Adolescent Psychology

-Military Clinical Psychology

-Primary Care Psychology and Behavioral Medicine

-Substance Abuse Treatment

-Traumatic Stress Psychology

-Clinical Neuropsychology

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Couple and Family Therapy

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Counselor Education and Supervision

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Art Therapy

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Industrial and Organizational Psychology (Online)

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Organizational Leadership (Online)

Master's Programs:

Chicago Campus

Master of Arts in Counseling: Specialization in Clinical Mental Health Counseling 

Emphases in: 

-Substance Abuse

-Sex Therapy

Master of Arts in Counseling: Art Therapy

Master of Arts in Couple & Family Therapy

Master of Arts in Forensic Mental Health Leadership

Master of Public Policy & Administration

Master of Science in Sport and Human Performance

Master's Certificates:

Certificate in Sex Therapy

Online Campus

Master of Arts in Counseling: Specialization in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Master of Arts in Psychology: Specialization in Military Psychology

Master of Arts in Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership

Master of Arts in Psychology