The Ph.D. in Medical Family Therapy at Saint Louis University is designed for aspiring scholars and clinicians ready to lead in integrated healthcare settings. You will delve into the complexities of couple and family therapy, focusing on essential interventions within primary care and specialty medical environments. This doctoral program equips you to collaborate effectively with medical and mental health professionals, addressing the critical need for holistic patient care. If you are passionate about advancing the integration of behavioral health and medicine through rigorous research and practice, this Ph.D. is your pathway forward.
This full-time, on-campus Ph.D. program spans two years, immersing you in a curriculum that balances advanced theory with practical application. You will engage with core coursework in areas such as interpretive phenomenology, the neurobiology of interpersonal behavior, and theories of medical family therapy, alongside vital research and clinical practicums. A doctoral internship and dissertation research will allow you to make original contributions to the field. Upon graduation, you will be prepared for academic, research, and advanced clinical roles in diverse healthcare systems.