DEGREE PROGRAM: COMING EARLY 2025

Masters in Integrative Psychology

Earn your master's (MA) in integrative & Somatic Psychology and develop a progressive, holistic approach to mental health. Enrolling in early 2025.

Online with in-person course options.
Flexible completion schedule.
Multiple degree concentrations including: Somatic Therapy, Spiritual Psychology, Addiction, or Education.

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Program Overview:

Degree: Master of Arts, Integrative Psychology
Online Degree with in-person course options (4 days each)
60 Credit Hours, 1,380 hours total coursework
250 hours of required direct client sessions.
Option for licensure preparation (read disclosures in the FAQ section).

Key Considerations:

Cost: ~$25,000 ($500 / credit hour).
Financial aid, loans, & payment plans available.
Accept transfer credit from Somatic Experiencing, IFS, yoga/meditation Training, coaching institutions, massage school, Chinese medicine school, and more.

Degree Concentrations:

Choose from 6 different degree concentrations. All degrees go through the same foundational coursework in year 1, and allow you to choose unique electives in year 2.

Curriculum Overview

This program is designed to meet the Board of Behavioral Sciences requirements for the California Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) license. While every state has unique licensure requirements, California's requirements often meet or exceed those of other states.

All students are required to participate in a year-long practicum in their final year, which includes a supervised internship.

Core Coursework:

These are courses every student is required to take.

• Demonstrate a solid understanding of the major theoretical models and historical developments in clinical therapy practice.
• Apply basic clinical skills through simulated and real-life case scenarios to assess and intervene with diverse client populations.
• Integrate evidence-based practices with emerging integrative approaches to form a comprehensive clinical treatment plan.
• Analyze key ethical frameworks and the professional standards governing counseling practice in California and nationally.
• Evaluate complex ethical dilemmas through case studies and develop structured decision-making strategies.
• Apply ethical principles and legal guidelines to ensure confidentiality, informed consent, and client welfare in clinical settings.
• Develop self-awareness regarding professional identity and the evolving role of the clinician in integrative psychology.
• Construct a personal professional development plan that includes continuous learning, supervision, and self-reflection.
• Demonstrate effective communication, consultation, and collaborative skills in interdisciplinary and multicultural contexts.
• Explain the relationship between functional health factors (nutrition, exercise, sleep) and brain function as it relates to mental health.
• Evaluate current research on brain optimization techniques and their impact on emotional and cognitive functioning.
• Design integrative intervention strategies that incorporate lifestyle modifications to support mental well-being.
• Analyze key developmental theories and assess how trauma and attachment issues affect psychological and relational functioning.
• Identify the long-term impact of adverse experiences on individual development and mental health.
• Formulate trauma-informed, attachment-based interventions to promote healing and secure relational patterns.
• Describe the structure and function of the central and autonomic nervous systems in relation to stress and emotional regulation.
• Examine the effects of dysregulation on behavior and mental health, integrating both traditional and integrative perspectives.
• Implement strategies and interventions to help clients achieve self-regulation and resilience in daily functioning.
• Explore the theoretical foundations and clinical applications of parts therapy and systemic family approaches.
• Identify internal conflicts and relational patterns using parts work and family systems frameworks.
• Develop integrated treatment plans that utilize both intrapersonal and interpersonal strategies for client healing.
• Examine the biopsychosocial and spiritual dimensions of sexual health and their impact on overall well-being.
• Analyze how sexual trauma, dysfunction, and healing processes affect individual and relational dynamics.
• Develop integrative therapeutic interventions that address sexual health concerns within an ethical, culturally sensitive framework.
• Understand theoretical models of couple dynamics and the systemic factors that influence relational health.
• Assess and intervene in communication and intimacy issues using evidence-based and integrative strategies.
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans that facilitate mutual growth and conflict resolution within partnerships.
• Reflect on advanced clinical experiences and integrate feedback to further refine professional practice.
• Develop leadership and supervisory skills to guide peers and contribute to the advancement of integrative practice.
• Create strategies for sustainable self-care and professional resilience in high-demand clinical environments.
• Evaluate the latest research and integrative treatment modalities for common mental health disorders including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
• Compare traditional pharmacological and therapeutic interventions with complementary approaches.
• Develop personalized, multimodal treatment plans that address both biological and psychosocial factors in these disorders.
• Understand the theoretical underpinnings of group dynamics and the role of the facilitator in therapeutic settings.
• Develop practical skills in designing, leading, and managing diverse therapeutic or educational groups.
• Apply evidence-based facilitation techniques to foster effective communication, cohesion, and peer support.

Sample Electives:

You’ll choose electives based on your area of concentration in year 2. Electives are chosen in accordance with your concentration.

• Explore advanced movement practices, including dance therapy, Feldenkrais, and somatic experiencing.
• Learn how movement can support trauma release, emotional processing, and nervous system regulation.
•Develop individualized movement-based interventions for therapeutic settings.
• Study the history, research, and ethical considerations of psychedelic-assisted therapy.
• Learn about key substances such as psilocybin, MDMA, and ketamine and their effects on mental health.
•Explore harm reduction, preparation, and integration techniques for working with clients in psychedelic-assisted settings.
• Dive deeper into advanced therapeutic applications of psychedelics for trauma, depression, and existential distress.
• Learn facilitation skills for psychedelic experiences, including creating safe set and setting conditions.
•Explore case studies and practice integration techniques to support long-term healing.
• Understand the neurobiological basis of trauma and how EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) facilitates healing.
• Learn the foundations of hypnotherapy for working with trauma, anxiety, and subconscious belief patterns.
•Practice techniques for guiding clients through trauma resolution and somatic memory processing.
• Explore how attachment, body language, and nervous system regulation impact relationship dynamics.
• Learn somatic techniques for improving communication, intimacy, and conflict resolution in couples therapy.
•Practice body-based exercises for increasing emotional connection and relational healing.
• Explore breathwork as a tool for nervous system regulation, emotional release, and trauma healing.
• Learn and practice techniques such as holotropic breathwork, coherent breathing, and diaphragmatic regulation.
•Understand safety considerations and contraindications for breathwork in clinical settings.
• Study the relationship between energetic systems (chakras, meridians, biofields) and mental health.
• Learn practical energy healing techniques such as Reiki, polarity therapy, and somatic energy clearing.
•Explore the intersection of somatic psychology and energetic healing in therapeutic practice.

• Conduct an independent research project exploring a key area of somatic psychology.
• Synthesize program knowledge into a final paper or presentation demonstrating applied understanding.
•Receive faculty mentorship and peer feedback to refine research and practical applications.
• Begin hands-on clinical experience in a supervised setting, applying somatic therapy techniques.
• Develop client assessment and intervention skills with professional feedback.
•Reflect on personal growth, ethical considerations, and challenges in the therapeutic process.
• Deepen therapeutic skills by working with diverse client populations and complex cases.
• Expand proficiency in somatic-based interventions and trauma-informed care.
•Participate in supervision, case studies, and peer discussions to refine professional competencies.
• Demonstrate mastery of somatic clinical skills through advanced client work.
• Integrate multiple therapeutic modalities into a holistic approach to mental health.
•Prepare for post-graduate practice by developing a professional portfolio and receiving final evaluations.

Practicum/Internship:

The practicum coincides with your clinical internship, where you will gain real-world experience seeing clients. Your academic advisor will assist you in securing an internship.

Licensure Prep (only for those seeking licensure):

For students seeking licensure, you’ll be required to complete additional coursework to comply with the standards set by the Board of Behavioral Sciences requirements for the California Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) license. While every state has unique licensure requirements, California's requirements often meet or exceed those of other states.

• Explore the effects, benefits, and risks of psychotropic medications used in mental health treatment.
• Understand how medications interact with somatic therapy and integrative approaches.
• Learn ethical considerations, client education strategies, and collaboration with prescribing professionals.
• Study the DSM-5-TR and other diagnostic tools to assess and differentiate mental health disorders.
• Learn how to conduct comprehensive client assessments with a somatic and integrative perspective.
• Explore cultural considerations, ethical concerns, and the limitations of diagnostic labeling.
• Develop treatment plans integrating traditional psychotherapy with somatic and holistic approaches.
• Learn structured protocols for mood disorders, trauma-related conditions, and personality disorders.
• Adapt interventions using movement, breathwork, and nervous system regulation techniques.
• Gain foundational skills in intake assessments, treatment planning, and client advocacy.
• Learn ethical and legal considerations in case management, including referral coordination.
• Explore trauma-informed approaches and working with diverse populations in mental health care.
• Explore the assessment and treatment of severe trauma-related conditions, including complex PTSD, dissociative disorders, and personality disorders.
• Learn advanced somatic and nervous system-based interventions for clients with deep-rooted trauma histories.
• Understand the ethical, clinical, and self-care considerations when working with high-risk and complex cases.

FAQs: Masters Degree Program

1. Is this program accredited?

We have aligned our program to meet the strict accreditation standards of the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), a regional accrediting body registered with the Department of Education. We expect to be fully accredited before our first students graduate.

2. Does this degree prepare me for licensure?

While this program is not explicitly designed to prepare you to sit for licensure state, as licenses generally restrict the use of integrative therapies.

Licensure requirements for state and international boards vary widely and are subject to change over time. While successful completion of the degree program offered by the Integrative Psychology Institute is a critical step toward meeting educational requirements for licensure, it does not guarantee that a state or international licensing board will approve a graduate’s application.

The U.S. Department of Education regulation 34 CFR 668.43(a)(5)(v) requires institutions to disclose whether a program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in each U.S. state.

Licensure application decisions are made solely at the discretion of each jurisdiction’s licensing board. While the Integrative Psychology Institute provides general guidance on licensure requirements, such guidance should not be interpreted as a guarantee of licensure approval.

For detailed licensure information, students are encouraged to review the resources provided in the official licensure disclosure document and contact the licensing boards for the specific state(s) or country where they plan to seek licensure.

Students are responsible for verifying that the program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in the location(s) where they intend to practice. While the Integrative Psychology Institute supports students pursuing licensure in states where the program is aligned with board requirements, the institute cannot guarantee licensure approval in states where alignment has not been established or for international licensure.

If you have questions about licensure, please refer to the provided resources or contact your intended jurisdiction’s licensing board for clarification.

3. Will I be able to transfer credits from previous training towards the degree?

Yes. All training hours from our Psychosomatic Practitioner training will go towards this degree. We also accept transfer credits from non-conventional education like yoga trainings, massage training, and other integrative health education. These will be assessed during your official enrollment process.

4. What are the prerequisites? Do I need a Bachelor’s degree?

You do not need a bachelor’s degree to take our courses. However, if you want to seek your Masters Degree through us, you do need a Bachelors degree in any subject to qualify. If you do not have a bachelor's degree, you can complete one concurrently while enrolled or take our coursework as professional certifications.