Synopses & Reviews
Review
"A 'must read."... Like many other Directors of Clinical Training, I could continue to pull my hair out over the increased individual inquiries regarding how to get into graduate school, or simply refer each individual to the well-written, fact-based latest edition of the
Insider’s Guide."--Sally H. Barlow, PhD, Director of Clinical Training, Brigham Young University
"The authors have created a valuable guide for applicants. The wealth of practical information and insights gleaned from their research and personal experiences should help applicants make the strongest possible application to the schools of their choice. This well-written, encouraging book will be a great asset for anyone applying to clinical or counseling psychology programs."--Barry A. Hong, PhD, Washington University School of Medicine
"I love your book! This book is excellent for focusing upon specific areas of interest as well as going about the process in a systematic, logical manner. Great job!"--Helen Rowan, MA, clinician returning for her doctorate
"Your book is simply a godsend! I found it to be instructive, informative, and a great comfort."--Emily M. Douglas, psychology undergraduate
"I was lost and confused before I stumbled across this wonderful piece of literature! It answered every question I had, narrowed down my choices. The ranking system was great!"--Lisa Oldfield, clinical psychology applicant
"Your book has helped me immensely. It was fun to read and contained great suggestions and insights that I would have been clueless about. Thank you for providing this resource for students!"--Timothy G. Lock, graduate student
"Your book means so much to me. The Insider’s Guide was the most helpful piece of literature I came across during my years of research into graduate programs. It was almost like a bible to me."--Sharon Lee Hudson, doctoral student
"I bought your book at the suggestion of my undergraduate psychology advisor once I decided to go back to school after spending nearly 10 years in the nonprofit sector. Your book has been extremely helpful and I have used it as my road map in guiding my efforts to set myself up to be successful in applying to schools this year. Thank you for writing this book--I really would not have known how to navigate the process without it."--George Lewis
"I am writing to thank you for the second time for the remarkable resource the Insider’s Guide has been. My girlfriend has just successfully utilized your most recent edition and has been accepted into a clinical PhD program. Great stuff!"--Jason Paris, graduate student
"I cannot express enough gratitude to you for the Insider’s Guide. Your book was the most important resource that I used during my applications to PhD programs in counseling psychology. It is exceptionally well written, incredibly applicable, and, most important, it is clear, concise, and pragmatic. Thank you so much for remembering how stressful and chaotic the application process can be, as well as being empathic enough to pull together a resource that I am sure has helped so many graduate students."--Kimberly Tran, doctoral student
Review
“This is a useful resource for public and college libraries. Recommended. Lower-level undergraduates and above; general readers.”--Choice Reviews
Review
The definitive guide for those considering pursuing graduate level degrees in clinical or counseling psychology. It is an essential and practical reference....The extensive reports on individual graduate programs in clinical, counseling, and professional-scientific psychology are a nice feature. The multiple worksheets and timeline in the appendixes are excellent aids. I am impressed with every new edition of this guide. It continues to evolve with the graduate process in psychology and honestly answers the questions that those considering graduate study in psychology ask. This is one of the most informative guides on the market today, and should be considered mandatory reading for undergraduates and all those considering graduate psychology education. Anyone considering applying for graduate programs in psychology should read this book. *****!--Doody’s Review Service
Review
“An invaluable resource for anyone considering a career in health service psychology. It is useful for undergraduate students, academic advisors, career counselors, and individuals looking to make a career change. Of critical importance is the first chapter of the book, which emphasizes what psychology is and why to choose it as a profession. Although books with similar missions exist, the Insider's Guide has several advantages. It is extensively researched and referenced, with its perspectives substantiated by data. Regular updates ensure that its advice reflects changing program criteria and admissions processes, making it more useful than books that are updated less frequently or that offer static advice in time….Taken as a whole, the Insider's Guide remains an important achievement for the field. It offers a wealth of information and is an unparalleled resource for doctoral hopefuls. Given the incredible competition to gain admission into a clinical or counseling program…applicants need all the information and advice they can get to ensure admissions success. The current edition, like its predecessors before it, offers the data and tools needed to help applicants make informed decisions, apply to programs with training models that are the best fit for their needs, and increase their chances for acceptance. I highly recommend it for anyone considering graduate study in psychology and for those advising others through the process. The book and the thoughtful process it recommends are memorable starting points for what promises to be a long, rewarding and exciting career journey.”--PsycCRITIQUES
Review
“Reading this book is like experiencing hours of in-depth discussions with two trusted mentors who have distinguished careers. Whereas typically this type of guide can be like a impersonal tome weighing down one's mind with innumerable choices, this revised edition of the
Insider's Guide to
Graduate Programs in Clinical and Counseling Psychology acts as a decision-making funnel, eliminating paths and eliminating tens of possible schools - wisely….The authors distilled over 203 articles and books into this highly readable and focused text, efficiently answering the real-life dilemmas of real people….If I were to get serious about applying to a master's or doctoral program, I would re-read this guide several times and follow its strategies to the letter….Because this guide is so excellent, it can save everyone!: - students and their advisors - a lot of time, money, and angst.”--
PsychCentralSynopsis
This perennial bestseller, now in its 2014/2015 edition, is the resource you can rely on to help you select--and get into--the graduate clinical or counseling psychology programs that meet your needs. The Insider's Guide is based on intensive research and includes information and advice not available from any other source. In-depth profiles on more than 300 accredited programs in the United States and Canada provide details on specializations or tracks, admission requirements, acceptance rates, financial aid, research areas, clinical opportunities, and more. Planning and decision-making worksheets help you streamline the selection process and zero in on your top choices.
About the Author
John C. Norcross, PhD, ABPP, received his baccalaureate summa cum laude from Rutgers University, earned his doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Rhode Island, and completed his internship at the Brown University School of Medicine. He is Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of Scranton, Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical University, and a board-certified clinical psychologist in part-time independent practice. He edited the
Journal of Clinical Psychology: In Session for 10 years. Past-president of the American Psychological Association's (APA's) Division of Clinical Psychology and Division of Psychotherapy, he currently serves on APA's Board of Educational Affairs. Dr. Norcross has published more than 300 articles and has authored or edited over 20 books. Among his awards are the Pennsylvania Professor of the Year from the Carnegie Foundation, Distinguished Practitioner from the National Academies of Practice, and the Distinguished Career Contribution to Education and Training Award from APA. Dr. Norcross has conducted workshops and research on graduate study in psychology for many years.
Michael A. Sayette, PhD, received his baccalaureate cum laude from Dartmouth College. He earned his master's and doctorate in clinical psychology from Rutgers University and completed his internship at the Brown University School of Medicine. He is Professor of Psychology at the University of Pittsburgh, with a secondary appointment as Professor of Psychiatry at the Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Sayette has published primarily in the area of substance abuse. His research, which has been supported by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the National Institute of Mental Health, and the National Cancer Institute, concerns the development of psychological theories of alcohol and tobacco use. Dr. Sayette is a Fellow of the APA and of the Association for Psychological Science. He has served on National Institutes of Health grant review study sections and is on the editorial boards of several journals. He also has served as an associate editor of the Journal of Abnormal Psychology and of Psychology of Addictive Behaviors. Dr. Sayette has directed graduate admissions for the clinical psychology program at the University of Pittsburgh, and has presented seminars on applying to graduate school at several universities in North America and Europe.
Table of Contents
Preface
1. Introducing Clinical and Counseling Psychology
2. Choosing the Ph.D. or Psy.D.
3. Preparing for Graduate School
4. Getting Started
5. Selecting Schools
6. Applying to Programs
7. Mastering the Interview
8. Making Final Decisions
Reports on Combined Psychology Programs
Reports on Individual Clinical Psychology Programs
Reports on Individual Counseling Psychology Programs
Appendix A. Time Line
Appendix B. Worksheet for Choosing Programs
Appendix C. Worksheet for Assessing Program Criteria
Appendix D. Worksheet for Making Final Choices
Appendix E. Research Areas
Appendix F. Specialty Clinics and Practica Sites
Appendix G. Program Concentrations and Tracks