School of Counseling
School of Counseling
Richmont Graduate University School of Counseling provides graduate programs that integrate counselor education and Christian faith. We are committed to academic and clinical excellence through educating counselors to be spiritually sensitive practitioners.
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
The mission of the Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Richmont Graduate University is to integrate Christ-centered education with clinical excellence to develop ethical, compassionate, and culturally competent counselors.

The Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Equips students with theoretical and empirical foundations of clinical mental health counseling, in addition to a practical understanding of counseling ethics, law, and professional standards

Empowers students to integrate a sound Christian theology with clinical counseling to address the whole person

Prepares students with skills of interpersonal therapeutic processes, clinical assessment, and treatment interventions among diverse populations
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program Outcomes
(Summer 2023 – Spring 2024)
Job Placement Rate
(180 Days Post-Graduation)
Three Campuses



Degree Requirements
The Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling curriculum consists of a minimum of 66 semester hours.
CED1010 | Enrich | 0 |
CED5122 | Foundations in Counseling | 2 |
CED6112 | Personal and Spiritual Life of the Counselor | 2 |
CED6113 | Helping Relationships | 3 |
CED6123 | Ethical, Legal, and Professional Standards in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | 3 |
CED6133 | Counseling Systems and Interventions | 3 |
CED6143 | Psychopathology: Diagnosis and Treatment of Mental Disorders | 3 |
CED6163 | Clinical Appraisal and Assessment | 3 |
CED6612 | Family Systems Theory | 2 |
CED6833 | Addictions: Theory and Clinical Assessment | 3 |
CED7113 | Human Growth and Development | 3 |
CED7123 | Group Counseling Theory and Practice | 3 |
CED7132 | Theodicy and Trauma Counseling | 2 |
CED7143 | Lifestyle and Career Development | 3 |
CED7153 | Social and Cultural Issues in Counseling | 3 |
CED7713 | Methods of Research | 3 |
CED6813 | Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy | 3 |
CED7891 | Professional Seminar in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | 1 |
CED7822 | Psychodynamic Theories and Counseling | 2 |
CED6362 | Practical Integration | 2 |
CED6352 | Biblical Anthropology | 2 |
CED7362 | Integrative Theology | 2 |
CED6913 | Applied Practicum and Treatment Planning Lab in Counseling | 3 |
CED6922/6962 | Counseling Practicum | 2 |
CED7932/7962 | Counseling Internship I | 2 |
CED7942/7972 | Counseling Internship II | 2 |
CEDXXXX | Students may choose one of the following electives as listed below. Students who have already taken an elective that also meets the criteria for a Richmont Graduate Certificate will use that course as their elective. | 2 |
Elective Options | ||
CED5612 | Person of the Marriage and Family Therapist | 2 |
CED6512 | Human Sexuality | 2 |
CED6412 | Child and Adolescent Psychopathology | 2 |
CED6802 | Trauma in the Developmental Context | 2 |
CED6812 | Trauma and Biology | 2 |
CED7162 | Psychopharmacology for Counselors | 2 |
CED7282 | Church Based Counseling | 2 |
CED7333 | Theology of Social Justice | 3 |
Master of Science in Mental Health Care and Christian Integration
Master of Science in Mental Health Care and Christian Integration (MS) degree was created for individuals who already possess a clinical degree and desire to integrate their faith in their practice as clinicians, or for pastors who want more training in applied counseling but without the clinical sequence of the CMHC program. Although this degree is not designed to lead to licensure as a counselor, MS graduates may pursue further study in counseling elsewhere or use this training to supplement training received at another institution.
Master of Science in Mental Health Care and Christian Integration

Equips students to understand the methods and models of integrating counseling and Christian theology, enabling them to address spirituality issues in the counseling room in ways consistent with professional ethics

Provides students with experiential knowledge of integrating their faith and profession in their personal lives

Empowers students to bring relevant information from the traditional theological areas of biblical studies and church history to their counseling, thus preparing them to distinguish between spiritual versus psychological problems
Degree Requirements
Master of Science in Mental Health Care and Christian Integration curriculum consists of a minimum of 32 semester hours.
CED6112 | Personal and Spiritual Life of the Counselor | 2 |
CED6302 | Deconstruction in Theology and Counseling | 2 |
CED6352 | Biblical Anthropology | 2 |
CED6362 | Practical Integration | 2 |
CED7132 | Theodicy and Trauma Counseling | 2 |
CED7362 | Integrative Theology for Counselors | 2 |
CEDx2x2 | Counseling and Spirituality Integration Elective | 2 |
CED5122 | Foundations in Counseling | 2 |
CED6113 | Helping Relationships | 3 |
CED6143 | Psychopathology: Diagnosis and Treatment of Mental Disorders | 3 |
CED6802 | Trauma in Developmental Context | 2 |
CED6512 | Introduction to Human Sexuality & Sex Therapy | 2 |
CED7113 | Human Growth and Development | 3 |
CED7462 | Couples, Marriage and Family Therapy I | 2 |

School of Counseling Faculty

Charles Allen, Psy.D.
Charles Allen, Psy.D.

Kathleen E. Bazile, Ph.D.
Director of Clinical Training; Assistant Professor of Counseling
Kathleen E. Bazile, Ph.D.
Director of Clinical Training; Assistant Professor of Counseling

Amanda Blackburn, Psy.D.
Vice President of Student Affairs; Professor of Counseling
Amanda Blackburn, Psy.D.
Vice President of Student Affairs; Professor of Counseling

Stephen P. Bradshaw, Ph.D.
Stephen P. Bradshaw, Ph.D.

Matt Casada, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Matt Casada, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor

Jenny L. Chien, Ph.D.
Assistant Director of Clinical Training; Associate Professor
Jenny L. Chien, Ph.D.
Assistant Director of Clinical Training; Associate Professor

Cara Cochran, Ph.D.
Dean of the School of Counseling; Professor
Cara Cochran, Ph.D.
Dean of the School of Counseling; Professor

Robert C. Duckworth, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Robert C. Duckworth, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor

Jerry A. Gladson, Ph.D.
Jerry A. Gladson, Ph.D.

Kristel Headley
Kristel Headley

Stanley Hoover, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean of the School of Counseling; Associate Professor
Stanley Hoover, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean of the School of Counseling; Associate Professor

Stephanie Keane, Ph.D.
Assistant Director of Clinical Training; Assistant Professor
Stephanie Keane, Ph.D.
Assistant Director of Clinical Training; Assistant Professor

Laura Land, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Laura Land, Ph.D.
Associate Professor

William E. McGee, Ed.D.
William E. McGee, Ed.D.

Andrew Morse, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Andrew Morse, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor

Emily Oliver, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Emily Oliver, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor

Amy Perkins, Ph.D.
Clinical Professor of Counseling; Staff Psychologist at Henegar Counseling Center
Amy Perkins, Ph.D.
Clinical Professor of Counseling; Staff Psychologist at Henegar Counseling Center

Mary Plisco, Ph.D.
Director of Research; Professor
Mary Plisco, Ph.D.
Director of Research; Professor

Evalin Rhodes Hanshew, Ph.D.
Evalin Rhodes Hanshew, Ph.D.

Jennifer Tipton
Jennifer Tipton

Jack Underwood, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Jack Underwood, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor

Jama L. White, Psy.D.
Professor Emerita
Jama L. White, Psy.D.
Professor Emerita
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The cost of the program is $794 per credit hour + applicable fees.
Richmont wants to help make your education goals a reality, so please inquire about financial aid opportunities.