A pioneer in social justice for over 150 years, Antioch University Los Angeles has launched the nation’s first graduate psychology specialization devoted to clinical psychology for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) individuals—thus opening a new frontier in LGBT liberation.

In less than two years, you can complete all the required coursework for California licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) while simultaneously developing special expertise in the most effective and compassionate mental health services for LGBT individuals.

Dedicated to the spirit of LGBT liberation, the Antioch University Los Angeles specialization will help you effectively address the destructive effects of internalized homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia that can be seen as primary causes for the depression, anxiety, substance abuse, unsafe sex, and other difficult challenges faced by many LGBT individuals.

The specialization courses found under the course description portion of this website are to be taken in addition to all the standard courses required for MFT licensure (or can provide the focus for a non-clinical degree). The entire program can be completed in less than two years (7 quarters). Courses are taught by LGBT individuals who are experienced instructors (LGBT founders and LGBT community partners) and also fully engaged in the practice of psychotherapy and/or community activism.

Learn more about the LGBT curriculum (PDF) LGBT Clinical Psychology program milestones (PDF)