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    Psychotherapy degrees abroad

    Psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy, helps patients to manage their emotional difficulties and mental health issues. By enrolling in a psychotherapy program, you’ll develop the theoretical knowledge and professional skills needed to begin a rewarding career.

    You’ll study key psychological theories and approaches, before applying them to real-world problems. You’ll learn how to establish therapeutic relationships with patients so that they can make sense of their emotions and modify their destructive behaviors.

    Studying abroad is a chance to witness the effects of different cultural environments on human thoughts and behaviors. Working with patients from a diverse array of backgrounds and trying new treatment techniques will transform you into a more knowledgeable and versatile practitioner.

    Psychotherapy program structure

    BSc degrees in psychotherapy last between three and four years, depending on where you study. They introduce you to key theories and practices in psychotherapy and serve as a great springboard into further study.

    To practice professionally, you’ll need a postgraduate degree. You can study for a master’s as a full or part-time student. Most master’s programs last between one and three years, combining classroom instruction with clinical placements.

    PhD programs in psychotherapy are generally more research-focused. They take a minimum of four years to finish, but some can last up to six or seven.

    You’ll learn through a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, and workshops. A large portion of your time will be spent undertaking supervised training too.

    The content of psychotherapy programs differs from institution to institution, but most courses cover these fundamentals:

    • Introduction to psychotherapy
    • Becoming a psychotherapist
    • Professional practice skills
    • Theoretical approaches in psychotherapy
    • Building a therapeutic relationship
    • Work-based learning in psychotherapy
    • Research methods and statistics
    • The psychology of well-being
    Psychotherapy program structure

    BSc degrees in psychotherapy last between three and four years, depending on where you study. They introduce you to key theories and practices in psychotherapy and serve as a great springboard into further study.

    To practice professionally, you’ll need a postgraduate degree. You can study for a master’s as a full or part-time student. Most master’s programs last between one and three years, combining classroom instruction with clinical placements.

    PhD programs in psychotherapy are generally more research-focused. They take a minimum of four years to finish, but some can last up to six or seven.

    You’ll learn through a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, and workshops. A large portion of your time will be spent undertaking supervised training too.

    The content of psychotherapy programs differs from institution to institution, but most courses cover these fundamentals:

    • Introduction to psychotherapy
    • Becoming a psychotherapist
    • Professional practice skills
    • Theoretical approaches in psychotherapy
    • Building a therapeutic relationship
    • Work-based learning in psychotherapy
    • Research methods and statistics
    • The psychology of well-being

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    Psychotherapy study abroad programs

    Psychotherapy undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in psychotherapy

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      Critical Approaches to Counselling and Psychotherapy - BSc (Hons) Edge Hill University, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      16,827 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 12,250 GBP

      Start date
      September
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    Psychotherapy graduate programs

    Master's in psychotherapy

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      Counselling and Psychotherapy - MSc Keele University, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      23,078 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,800 GBP

      Start date
      September
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      Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice - MA Bath Spa University, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      19,293 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 14,045 GBP

      Start date
      September, January
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      Psychiatry - MSc University of Newcastle, Australia

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      29,557 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 38,825 AUD

      Start date
      September, July, February
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      Psychotherapy and Counselling – Contemporary Creative Approaches - MSc Edge Hill University, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      13,943 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 10,150 GBP

      Start date
      September
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    Doctorate in psychotherapy

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      Psychotherapy - Doctorate Dublin City University, Ireland

      Program type
      Doctorate
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      16,659 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 14,000 EUR

      Start date
      September, February
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    Diploma in psychotherapy

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      Clinical Residency: Psychiatry – Narcology - PGDip Astrakhan State Medical University, Russia

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      3,700 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 3,700 USD

      Start date
      September
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    Future psychotherapy careers

    Mental health conditions are a growing global health concern. Therefore, the demand for empathetic and highly-qualified psychotherapy graduates is increasing too.

    You’ll have the tools needed to make a real, positive, and long-lasting difference to people’s lives. You could work in various settings, including hospitals, schools, law enforcement, and private practices. Here are some of the roles you’d be suited to:

    • Psychotherapist
    • Clinical psychologist
    • Educational psychologist
    • Social worker
    • Marriage and family counselor
    • Forensic psychologist
    • Art therapist
    • Mental health nurse

    To qualify for some of the above positions, you’ll need to earn additional licensure and certification. If you don’t know how to go about landing your dream job, arrange an appointment with your university’s careers service.