A student pursuing the MA/MA dual degree may do so in one of two concentrations within the MA in Pastoral Ministry degree. Both concentrations enable the student to bring pastoral spiritual dimensions into a counseling setting and /or to practice as a pastoral counselor. The MA/MA with a concentration in Spirituality also prepares the student to practice the art of spiritual direction.

Publications of Interest

1. American Journal of Pastoral Counseling
2. Journal for the Scientific Study of Religion
3. Journal of Ministry in Addiction and Recovery
4. Journal of Psychology and Christianity
5. Journal of Psychology and Theology
6. Journal of Religion and Health
7. Journal of Religion & Spirituality in Social Work
8. Pastoral Psychology
9. Pastoral Sciences
10. The International Journal For the Psychology of Religion
11. The Journal of Pastoral Care and Counseling
12. The Journal of Pastoral Counseling

Professional Associations:

1. American Association of Pastoral Counselors
2. American Counseling Association
3. Association for Spiritual, Ethical, and Religious Values in Counseling
4. Massachusetts School Counseling Association
5. National Career Development Association
6. Person, Culture, and Religion
7. Society for Pastoral Counseling Research
8. Society for the Scientific Study of Religion

Updated: December 4, 2007
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