Searching for a Christian Psychology Program?

There are so many ways to deal with problems of the mind. Many people turn to psychologists, social workers, or psychiatrists for help. However, for those who need more than just a person to talk to, or someone to give them a prescription of some sort, Christian psychology is an alternative method of helping cope in difficult times.

Liberty University

Liberty University is regionally accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS-COC) to award degrees at associate, baccalaureate, master’s, education specialist and doctoral levels.

If you think that with your busy schedule you wont have the time to get an education, think again. Liberty University offers degree programs that you can take right at the comfort of your home. Get quality and hassle-free education!

Take theology classes and you are well on your way to better understand the Bible and Christianity. This is a good strating point for students aspiring to be pastors and lay ministers and even for pastors and ministers who wanted to further their knowledge about the Bible.

Liberty University has the following religious programs:

• Associate of Arts in Religion
• Bachelor of Science in Religion
• Doctor of Ministry
• Doctor of Philosophy – Counseling – Pastoral Care and Counseling
• Doctor of Philosophy – Theology and Apologetics
• Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling – Professional Counseling
• Master of Arts in Christian Ministry
• Master of Arts in Ethnomusicology
• Master of Arts in Evangelism and Church Planting
• Master of Arts in Global Studies
• Master of Arts in Human Services – Business
• Master of Arts in Human Services – Christian Ministries
• Master of Arts in Human Services – Executive Leadership
• Master of Arts in Human Services – Health and Wellness
• Master of Arts in Human Services – Marriage and Family
• Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy
• Master of Arts in Religion
• Master of Arts in Religion – Chaplaincy
• Master of Arts in Religion – Christian Leadership
• Master of Arts in Religion – Pastoral Counseling
• Master of Arts in Religion – Pastoral Ministry
• Master of Arts in Religion – Worship Studies

Read more or get a program guide from Liberty University.

Christian Psychology

Christian psychology is the practice of psychology with an emphasis on faith. Psychologists in this line of work still deal with many of the same problems that can happen in daily life including abuse, addiction, relationships, loss, and stress, however they also focus on strengthening beliefs in people who may have lost their way, spiritually speaking.

Most Christian psychology centers offer clinical services (including group therapy, testing, assessments, and educational testing), Education and Prevention programs (grief support, divorce recovery, sexual addiction recovery, premarital counseling, and other workshops), and Training (for those within the church who want to become better counselors).

Many Christian psychology offices are staffed with licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, and licensed professional counselors. They are committed to help individuals and families cope and overcome any obstacles that may be in their paths through a series of sessions. Many of these offices have group therapy that meets weekly during the days, on weekends or in the evenings, as sometimes having others who can relate to you can be comforting, and can help people move on from their troubles faster.

If you are considering a career in Christian psychology, you may want to earn a degree in Psychology with a minor in religious studies or biblical studies or vice-versa. A bachelor’s degree is a good start, however most of the people who are staffed in these locations also have a master’s or even a doctorate degree. Please refer to your state requirements to see if licensing is necessary and the prerequisites involved.