MA in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy with Latinx Communities
The Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with Latinx Communities degree program will prepare students to serve Latinx individuals, couples, families, and communities as a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) or a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in California.
This cohort-based program is administered through Aliento, The Center for Latinx Communities. Through a clinical and practice-based course of study that includes Latinx-specific content and experiential Spanish-language development courses, students will learn the academic and applied foundations of marriage and family therapy, and community, liberation, and counseling psychologies within a Latinx mental health context.
Program Benefits
Top Program in the US
Consistently listed as a top choice for graduate programs in Clinical Psychology by the National Center for Education Statistics.
Campus Locations
The Clinical Psychology (Latinx) program is offered at three different campus locations in West Los Angeles, Irvine, and Calabasas.
Quick Facts
| Format: | Evening |
| Term: | Fall |
| Location: | West Los Angeles, Irvine, Calabasas |
| Length: | 2.5-3 years / 60-72 units |
| Tuition: | $1,565 per unit |
Supervised Clinical Experience
Students gain practical experience working directly with local Latinx communities.
Clinical training staff provide resources and assist students in applying to practicum sites.
130+ Clinical Practicum Sites
With more than 130+ high-quality site partners, CLP students experience hands-on clinical practice as a signature component of a comprehensive approach to preparing licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT) or licensed professional clinical counselors (LPCC).
Values Centered
Students are empowered to make a lasting impact through academic excellence, social purpose, and meaningful service.
Top-Ranked Program
This program and Pepperdine as an institution are among the highest-ranked in the US.
No GRE or Standardized Tests Required
We offer an equitable admission process that considers your ability and commitment to succeed rather than test scores.
Most Chosen CLP Masters Program in the US
Campus Locations: West Los Angeles, Irvine, & Calabasas
Start Term: Fall
Up to $10K Available in Scholarships
Clinical Practicum Sites
Latinx-Specific LMFT Credits
Student: Faculty Ratio
GSEP Average Class Size
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Deadlines
Fall 2025: Early Application Submit - Submit the application form by this date to be eligible for a $2,500 scholarship.
Fall 2025: International Application Complete - Submit your completed application form and all supplemental application materials by this date.
Antiracism and Antidiscrimination Statement
The Aliento and GSEP psychology division stand in solidarity against racial inequities and injustice and other forms of discrimination and oppression. We are committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that is enriched and strengthened by diversity including but not limited to race, ethnicity and national origin, gender and gender identity, sexuality, class, age, ability status, and religion. GSEP also encourages all community members to engage in critical learning and reflection to strengthen our capacity for being effective, active, and outspoken against all forms of racism and intersectional oppression.
Curriculum Overview
Employing the practitioner-scholar model of professional training, our MA in Clinical Psychology with Latinx Communities degree program pairs rigorous coursework with in-depth clinical training, where students observe professional counselors, develop key clinical skills, and gain experience working directly with clients in the underserved Latinx community.
Program Details
- Up to 30 Latinx-specific LMFT credits
- Spanish-language development courses for students with elementary-to-advanced proficiency
- Opportunity for participation in a Spanish Immersion Program to gain experience in a Latin-American country
- Community service projects directly assisting local communities
- Opportunity for bilingual supervision for students providing services in Spanish during their clinical practicum experience (note: dependent on individual site)
- Dedicated placement team to help find and secure practicum and internship placements
- Semi-cohort based, providing a sense of community among peers
Expand Your Career Possibilities
Therapists and counselors are needed in many clinical and professional settings, including community counseling and advocacy centers, schools, government agencies, and private practice. After earning your degree, you may pursue professional licensure and employment in a variety of roles.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Pepperdine GSEP generously offers over $6,000,000 in scholarships every year, with the majority of students receiving financial assistance. There are numerous scholarship opportunities that are both merit and need-based in addition to discounts for meeting application deadlines.
GSEP welcomes federal and state aid eligibility and veteran benefits which may further reduce tuition cost.
The Financial Aid Office is available to answer questions and help you navigate funding your education at GSEP through numerous scholarship, grant, loan, and other opportunities.
To help determine your total cost of tuition and living expenses for this specific program, please refer to our GSEP tuition calculator.
Alumni and Faculty Spotlight
"Our faculty members bring richness and depth to both their research and their teaching. Many of our faculty have private practices or work in practice actively, making a huge difference for our students." – Dr. Thema Bryant, Professor and 2023 President, American Psychological Association.
What Our Alumni Are Saying
"The education I received at GSEP is unmatched by anything I could have imagined. Before I graduated, I had a job offer at my internship."
-Noeli Cardenas Zamora, MA in Clinical Psychology MFT With Latinx Communities '16
"Talk with your professors; they can guide you on things you should pursue. The little tips and tricks I gained during that time are relevant to my practice."
Karla Carillo, MA in Clinical Psychology MFT With Latinx Communities '16
"As a first-generation Latinx in graduate school, I was used to figuring things out on my own. One time Dr. Serrano looked at me and asked if I needed an extension. After that gesture, I opened up and reached out for help when needed."
-Karla Carillo, MA in Clinical Psychology MFT With Latinx Communities '17
"Aliento offers a lot of support and nuances necessary to our community. I knew this was the right program because my values aligned with Aliento."
-Grecia Vazquez , MA in Clinical Psychology MFT With Latinx Communities '19
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