The Master of Science (M.S.) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is a specialty track
within the Graduate Counseling program located at the Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵapp
instructional site at Biltmore Park-Asheville. Upon completion of the degree, graduates
are eligible for licensure as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate
(LCMHC-A). The Counseling program is nationally CACREP-accredited.
For immediate assistance or detailed information about this program, please contact
Dr. Lisen Roberts at lroberts@wcu.edu
Virtual Open House
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5pm
Join us at one of our upcoming virtual Graduate School Open House events on Zoom!
You'll have the opportunity to learn more about Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵapp, understand
the Graduate School application process, and meet key program representatives.
WCU Counseling Program
What You'll Learn
The M.S. in Mental Health Counseling is a 60-hour program that utilizes the traditional
classroom setting along with practical experience. Some of the issues covered in the
classroom include: professional orientation, human growth and development, cross-cultural
counseling, ethical and legal issues, crisis intervention, assessments and diagnostics,
and individual and group counseling, among others. Outside of the classroom, students
will engage in 750 hours of hands-on learning during two field-placement experiences.
Where You'll Go
The M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling prepares you to work in diverse settings
such as mental health facilities, substance recovery centers, schools, community and
four-year college counseling centers, non-profit organizations, private practice,
and more. This important work gives you the opportunity to help individuals cope with
or overcome various mental and emotional issues. The Counseling program is intentionally
designed to give you the skills you need for employment you wish to pursue in the
counseling field.
More Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵapp Our Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
The Counseling Program offers two Master’s degrees in the following specialties: School
Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Both programs are accredited by
the (CACREP). In addition, the M.A.Ed. Program in School Counseling is accredited by
the .
Prepare for a professional career as a school counselor in K–12 settings. The M.A.Ed.
in School Counseling leads to North Carolina K–12 School Counseling licensure and
provides options to pursue additional clinical qualifications.
The M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling trains students to support clients in
diverse mental health and community settings and prepares graduates for licensure
as a LCMHC-A in North Carolina.
Customize your academic journey: both the School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health
Counseling programs are available full-time or part-time to fit your schedule and
needs.
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