Doctor of Philosophy in Couple and Family Therapy

Dive deep into historical and cutting-edge theories, research, and schools of family therapy to master the practice of couple and family therapy practice at Nova Southeastern University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine. The Ph.D. in Couple and Family Therapy is an 81–114 variable credit program designed to advance you to your career goal in work in academic, supervisory, clinic, or community-based settings.

Enhance your clinical skills and become an expert in demonstrating the importance of qualitative and quantitative research through interdisciplinary studies, clinical internships, and specialized electives. Plus, you can pursue your licensure while learning, so you can step into new roles within the field right away. As a graduate of NSU's College of Osteopathic Medicine's Ph.D. in Couple and Family Therapy, you can look forward to a productive career as a professor, researcher, supervisor, or senior clinician in a variety of settings.