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Online Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling Careers

Meet the Demand for Well-Trained Mental Health Counselors

Dual-Licensure Pathway

700 Hands-On Hours

Demand for licensed mental health counselors is on the rise. Now more than ever, we need mental health workers to support the millions of children, youth, and adults in need of assistance achieving wellness. Butler University’s online master’s in Mental Health Counseling program ensures you graduate to meet that demand.

Based on the state you live in, the state requirements for licensure as a mental health counselor (or equivalent) may vary. You can find more information on our state restrictions page.

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Mental Health Jobs that Make a Difference

Licensed Professional Counselor $59,749 per year1

Trauma Therapist $113,000 per year2

Clinical Mental Health Counselor $73,000 per year3

Marriage and Family Therapist $63,780 per year4

Join a Growing, Impactful Field with a Master of Science Degree

The demand for well-educated, licensed mental health professionals will grow significantly in the coming years. With a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, you will be on your way to licensure and ready to fill new jobs.

  • The need for mental health and substance abuse counselors is expected to grow 17 percent between 2024 and 2034.5
  • This growth will result in 81,000 new mental health counseling positions.5
  • Where do mental health counselors work? Our graduates work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, in-patient facilities, and private practice.

Program Outcomes and Skills Acquired

What You’ll Learn

When you complete Butler’s online MS in Mental Health Counseling degree, you will be able to:

  • Demonstrate effective skills in clinical mental health counseling and addictions counseling with clients of varying ages and backgrounds
  • Assess, diagnose, and treat mental health disorders in an evidence-based manner
  • Collect, analyze, and use data and research to inform practice and respond to community needs
  • Practice in a culturally responsive manner and continually reassess the impact of your own biases
  • Apply the ethical and legal requirements of the profession

Skills You’ll Gain

  • Neurocounseling
  • Psychopharmacology
  • Psychopathology
  • Counseling techniques
  • Trauma and crisis prevention

Career Services

Handshake

A Handshake account will be created for you automatically as you begin your first semester at Butler to help you schedule advising and find prospective employers.

Networking

Reach out to Butler graduates through Bulldogs Connect (powered by Wisr).

Interview Prep

Prepare with our online Guide to Professional Success or watch interview prep and networking videos through our partner Candid Career.

Webinars

View webinars on resume building, interview skills, and more in sessions presented by career advisors.

Sources

  1. Payscale.com. Average Licensed Professional Counselor Salary. Retrieved from https://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Licensed_Professional_Counselor/Salary.
  2. Glassdoor.com. How much does a Trauma Therapist make? Retrieved from https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/trauma-therapist-salary-SRCH_KO0,16.htm.
  3. Glassdoor.com. How much does a Clinical Mental Health Counselor make? Retrieved from https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/clinical-mental-health-counselor-salary-SRCH_KO0,32.htm.
  4. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Marriage and Family Therapists. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/marriage-and-family-therapists.htm.
  5. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/substance-abuse-behavioral-disorder-and-mental-health-counselors.htm.