Explore a Career in Professional Psychology with ADLER

ADLER is a professional graduate school focused on preparing grads for careers in mental health and wellness.

ADLER is a graduate professional school offering a variety of academic programs which prepare students to provide services in the areas of mental health and wellbeing. Our graduates pursue careers in psychology (clinical and counselling psychology), professional coaching, psychotherapy, and mental health counselling.

Unique amongst private educational institutions, ADLER offers a professional Master of Psychology degree and Doctor of Psychology degree — the only such degrees in Ontario. For students who do not possess a traditional undergraduate honours in psychology, ADLER offers a Transitional Equivalency Program. This program provides an academic bridge to fulfil the mandatory undergraduate requirements of the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario.

The ADLER approach features an individualized path tailored specifically for each student. We have cohort options that are scheduled on weekdays, weekends, and evenings, making them truly accessible to students with all levels of personal or work commitments.

ADLER values the fact that students represent a range of diverse backgrounds. To that end, we don't only focus on grades; we look at the applicant holistically and assess what they bring to ensure their success in the program.

Master of Psychology

The Master of Psychology program at ADLER has two distinct streams:

Clinical Psychology (MPsy-PSY)

The Master of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program at ADLER is offered in-person, via weekday or weekend classes. The MPsy-PSY prepares students for registration as a Psychological Associate with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario in clinical and counselling practice and the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario as a Registered Psychotherapist.

Psychotherapy (MPsy-PTH)

The Master of Psychology in Psychotherapy program at ADLER is delivered in a blended format: virtual classes with in-person residencies. The MPsy-PTH prepares students for registration with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario as a Registered Psychotherapist.

Admissions to a Master of Psychology

The first step to applying for a Master of Psychology program at ADLER is to fill out the short Declaration of Interest form. It only takes a minute, and a member of the ADLER staff will get in touch with next steps. Later in the process, you'll also be required to take the online Casper test.

Here are the other requirements for acceptance:

• Four-year honours bachelor's degree, with a 75% average
  • If your bachelor's degree is in a field other than Psychology, check out the Transitional Equivalency program
• Your resumé
• Statement of intent of up to 1,200 words
  • Be genuine and let your "voice" be heard
  • Talk about your background, your goals, and why ADLER is the right fit for you
  • The use of generative AI to produce the statement of intent is not permitted, but use of AI to correct grammar / syntax is fine
  • The best statements of interest are clearly written and carefully edited!
• Three letters of reference from professionals at arm's length
• English language test, if required
• Personal interview with a faculty member and the Academic Director
  • At the interview's conclusion, you may also be asked to write a short essay

Other programs at ADLER

Alongside the two Master of Psychology streams, ADLER also offers a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), and online or in-person professional coach training. Finally, mental health professionals with a graduate degree in clinical psychology are eligible to enroll in individual courses as students at large.

ADLER Mental Health Services Centre

In collaboration with ADLER Mental Health Services Centre, advanced ADLER students provide psychological, psychotherapy, and life coaching services to the community. Practicum students provide testing, psychotherapy, referral, coaching, and consulting services, as appropriate to their qualifications, to community-based or organizational clients under the supervision of a qualified professional faculty member. Clients may be self-referred or referred by agencies or by health care or social services practitioners.

The Centre is also currently providing psychoeducational assessments for children, adolescents, and adults.

If you're interested in taking your psychological training further, and building a career in psychology, psychotherapy, coaching, education, or community service, a graduate degree from ADLER can help you get there.

Questions about the school, our programs, or our guiding philosophy? Reach ADLER today by phone or email to get in touch with an advisor.