Master in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Concentration - HAEC

• The program meets the requirements for recognition from the Hellenic Association of Counseling. You will gain accreditation as Mental Health Counselor upon completion of the program requirements.
• The 700 hours of supervised counseling and clinical practice will offer you as a trainee the necessary practicum experience on counseling practice, use of skills, ethical boundaries and other essential components of a high-professional-standards mental health counselor. You will have the opportunity to choose to fulfil your internship requirements at the University Counseling Center or other clinical and counseling mental health settings.
• The instructors and supervisors in the program are doctoral-level scholars and practitioners of various disciplines with extensive experience in counseling and psychotherapy.
• In adherence to the scholar-practitioner model, you are trained and expected to incorporate research into practice by being informed on current developments as well as apply clinical quantitative and qualitative research for your thesis
• The program schedule offers online courses in addition to regular courses.

Concentration in Clinical Psychology

• Foundations of Counseling
• Social and Cultural Diversity in Counseling
• Ethical, Legal and Professional Issues in Clinical Practice
• Developmental Psychology Across the Lifespan
• Psychopathology and Diagnosis
• Clinical Interviewing and Consultation
• Clinical Assessment Instruments
• Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy I
• Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy II
• Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy III
• Couples and Family Counseling
• Approaches to Group Psychotherapy
• Psychotraumatology
• Psychosexual Therapy
• Qualitative Research
• Statistics and Hypothesis Testing
• Research Design and Evaluation
• Thesis Research and Completion
• Internship Seminar I, II – Community Placement

Concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

• Foundations of Counseling
• Social and Cultural Diversity in Counseling
• Ethical, Legal and Professional Issues in Clinical Practice
• Developmental Psychology Across the Lifespan
• Psychopathology and Diagnosis
• Clinical Interviewing and Consultation
• Clinical Assessment Instruments
• Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy I
• Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy II
• Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy III
• Couples and Family Counseling
• Approaches to Group Psychotherapy
• Psychotraumatology
• Psychosexual Therapy
• Qualitative Research
• Statistics and Hypothesis Testing
• Research Design and Evaluation
• Thesis Research and Completion
• Internship Seminar I, II, III, IV – Community Placement

Hellenic American University is a private, non-profit American university accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). Hellenic American University programs are offered in Athens through Hellenic American College, which is licensed by the Ministry of Education, Religious Affairs, and Sports. Graduates receive their degree directly from Hellenic American University.

• Need-based Scholarships: Awarded to students with demonstrated financial need and reviewed annually based on academic performance.
• Merit-based Scholarships: Awarded based on exceptional academic achievement, leadership skills, or community service.
• Corporate Scholarships: Partial or full tuition coverage for selected employees of partner organizations.
• Early Bird Scholarships: Available to qualified applicants who complete their enrollment early.
• Special Scholarship Programs: Announced on a case-by-case basis and may target specific academic programs, applicant groups, or partnering institutions.
• Tuition Guarantee Program: Tuition rates established upon initial enrollment remain fixed until graduation, subject to program terms.

Scholarships cover tuition for courses that count toward degree completion. They do not cover other fees or financial obligations incurred from courses dropped after the add/drop period.

Financial aid applications for new students are submitted alongside the admission application. Evaluation takes place following the applicant's academic acceptance.

• Higher education from an accredited American university.
• Accreditation from the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
• Modern degree programs that combine theoretical knowledge with real-world practical application.
• Personalized support: Small class sizes, dedicated faculty, and a mentoring system that help every student reach their full potential.
• Study in the heart of Athens, within an international and multicultural environment.
• Fixed tuition until graduation through the Tuition Guarantee Program.
• Scholarships and financial aid based on academic and financial criteria.
• Online learning options and evening classes, ideal for working students.
• Strong career prospects: Based on the latest survey, 86% of graduates are employed, leveraging the knowledge and skills gained during their studies.