Our Program Philosophy

 Surround yourself with compassionate, motivated students and industry-active professors who inspire you to build a successful career. Antioch University Santa Barbara’s graduate psychology program teaches a holistic, empowering approach to the field of psychology and clinical practice. Be a part of a community of students and faculty truly dedicated to improving the lives of individuals, couples, and families, with an in-depth understanding of the complexities of personal and social identity.

The Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology is an applied psychology program designed to prepare culturally sensitive individuals who want to be professionally licensed as Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT). The program meets the educational and training requirements of the Board of Behavioral Sciences for professional licensure as specified in the CA Business and Professional Code Section 4980.36.

Antioch’s Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology Program is designed for a diverse student body, including working adults:

Classes in the on-campus program are offered in three-hour blocks in the daytime and evenings. Additionally, some classes are offered online and on weekends.  Students maintain a  full-time schedule in a cohort model to ensure completion of the program in 24 months. 

Classes in the online program are offered in the evenings 2 days per week. The program is designed for those with obligations during the day and will guarantee a consistent schedule. Students maintain a  full-time schedule in a cohort model to ensure completion of the program in 24 months.