The Institute of Transpersonal Psychology

The Institute of Transpersonal Psychology (ITP) is a private, non-sectarian graduate school. For over 30 years the Institute has remained a leader at the forefront of psychological research and education, probing the mind, body and spirit connection. The Institute's challenging and transformative educational paradigm has attracted students from all over the world.

ITP distinguishes itself by providing the following:

• An educational paradigm stressing a holistic approach to psychotherapy and other career applications
• An experiential integration of coursework with emphasis on body, mind and spirit connections
• Cutting edge research opportunities with leaders in the field of transpersonal psychology
• A supportive and on-going learning community of distinguished faculty and visiting scholars
• Classroom environments that honor dialogue and creative expression
• Dynamic online/distance learning opportunities utilizing the personal mentor system

Accreditation

The Institute of Transpersonal Psychology (ITP) is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

PhD in Transpersonal Psychology

A required core curriculum offers classes in transpersonal topics, research methods, and experiential integration of the material, leading to the Doctor of Philosophy in Transpersonal Psychology. In addition to the core program, students choose one or more specialization: spiritual guidance, education and research, and/or creative expression.

During the first year, students take foundational classes in each of the six areas of holistic learning: intellectual, emotional, spiritual, physical, community and creative expression.

Courses in the second year expand theoretical foundations and include the specialization areas of spiritual guidance, education and research, and creative expression. Research courses leading to dissertation work begin in the second year as well.

In the third year, students complete the research courses and begin dissertation planning. A topic is selected and a proposal approved, with formation of the student's committee. A hands-on practicum is taken in the area of specialization, enabling the student to apply transpersonal knowledge in a real-life setting.

The final stage of the doctoral program is the research and writing of a dissertation. Under the guidance of a faculty advisor and committee the student has the opportunity to become deeply knowledgeable in a focused area, conduct original research, and present the results in a dissertation which contributes to the field of transpersonal psychology.

PsyD in Spiritual Oriented Clinical Psychology

The Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology provides students with the theoretical foundations, clinical training, and qualitative and quantitative research necessary to sit for licensure as a psychologist in the State of California.

In addition, the program educates all students from a transpersonal perspective, which includes and goes beyond more traditional approaches to understanding the human psyche. Transpersonal Psychology extends its reach to include the study of consciousness, spirituality, mind-body wellness, and the relationship of the individual to the community. The transpersonal approach emphasizes harmony and the integration of body, mind and spirit, in order to maximize human potential, creativity, and fulfillment. Students not only build a strong foundation of clinical skills but they learn how to communicate in a variety of complex relational circumstances as well.

The Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology typically requires five years to complete, including three years of full-time coursework, one year of dissertation writing, and one year of internship.

MA in Counseling Psychology (MFT)

The Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology is offered both during the day (2-year, full-time program) and during the evening program (3-year, part-time program). Classes for both programs are scheduled for three days or evenings a week and one weekend per quarter to accommodate the needs of individuals who seek to pursue an advanced degree or continuing education while working part- or full-time.

Both programs train students to be clinical professionals and meet the requirements for licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) in the state of California. Other features of the programs include whole-person education, which integrates spirituality, creative expression, and somatics with the core academic curriculum, and a cohort model that builds true community among the class members. Students also have the option of two specializations: spiritual guidance and creative expression.

Following coursework in both counseling psychology and transpersonal psychology, students participate in a 1-year practicum at counseling sites providing excellent supervision and attend classes on campus for ongoing skill-building.

Feedback from supervisors of the practicum sites consistently includes comments about how well-prepared and present our students are when sitting with their clients.

MA in Transpersonal Psychology (MATP)

The Master of Arts in Transpersonal Psychology is a 2-year evening program designed for adult learners who wish to pursue graduate studies in psychology but do not intend to apply for a clinical license. The program's professional objective is to develop open and compassionate graduates whose skills in dialogue, systems thinking, strategic planning, disciplined inquiry, group dynamics and leadership enhance their current career path, or prepare them for a change of direction.

Students also have the option of two specializations: spiritual guidance and creative expression.

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