The Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology offers two tracks of
study: a general course of study in clinical psychology and a
subspecialty track in clinical child psychology. The program
prepares broadly trained, competent, psychological professionals in
a variety of psychodiagnostic and intervention procedures as well
as in research. Students are required to demonstrate their ability
to understand and interpret the research of others as well as to
design and execute relevant research of their own. The program
prepares students to function in the diverse professional,
academic, and research roles performed by clinical psychologists.
It does so by offering a broad exposure to the theoretical and
empirical underpinnings of general psychology while also providing
extensive training in strategies and techniques of assessment and
intervention.
The program philosophy is based on the scientist/practitioner
model of training involving a logical progression of coursework and
fieldwork experiences toward the development of research and
clinical competencies. In addition, the program abides by the
ethical principles of the profession, shows respect for individual
rights and dignity, is committed to service to its community, and
demonstrates through its teaching and clinical training an
appreciation of the importance of cultural diversity.
The Clinical Psychology Program is fully accredited by the
American Psychological Association, 750 First Street, NE,
Washington, D.C. 20002-4242, tel. (202) 336-5979. The program
offers both a general track and a clinical child track of study. A
listing of program requirements for each track is accessible online
from the links below:
General Track-Course Requirements
Clinical Child Track-Course Requirements
Clinical faculty members include Elissa Brown, Andrea Bergman,
Elizabeth Brondolo, William Chaplin, Beverly Greene, Rafael Javier,
Wilson McDermut, Jeffrey Nevid, Alice Pope and Frank
Patalano.
A Final Word
Applying to a doctoral program requires a serious, thoughtful
decision. We welcome your interest in the Clinical Psychology
program and invite you to attend our recruitment workshops to
obtain more information and to meet program faculty. To obtain
application materials and a copy of the Graduate Bulletin, please
contact:
Graduate Admission Information
Robert Medrano, Director
Office of Graduate Admission
8000 Utopia Parkway
Queens, NY 11439
(718) 990-2790
medranor@stjohns.edu
American Psychological Association
Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation
750 First Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002-4242
(202) 336-5979
Department Contact
Jeffrey S. Nevid, Ph.D.,
ABPP
Director
Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program
Michael Kavanagh
Staff