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About masters in psychotherapy

A masters in psychotherapy gives you the skills and training you need to pursue a rewarding and varied career as a psychotherapist. 

Study involves exploring the different approaches to psychotherapy. Depending on your interest, you can choose to specialise in one or more specialisms such as clinical psychotherapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, counselling or arts psychotherapy. 

There are two main types of postgraduate psychotherapy courses, the Master of Arts (MA) and the Master of Science (MSc). MA degrees place a stronger emphasis on advanced statistical analysis and research methodology, whereas MSc degrees often focus more heavily on counselling and the behavioural sciences. 

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Why study a masters in psychotherapy?

Graduates of psychotherapy have a range of career options, including working in the community, health care, the NHS, therapy clinics or in the private sector. Some psychotherapists also work on a self-employed basis. 

With the demand for mental health services on the rise, your skills will help people overcome their mental health challenges and live happier, healthier lives. 

If a masters in psychotherapy sounds interesting to you, then search for your ideal course at Postgrad.