20 PhD programmes in Counselling Psychology in Europe

This Psychological Trauma DProf at University of Chester is for therapeutic practitioners who wish to extend their expertise by contributing original knowledge in a professional and organisational context, which comes out of experience and practice.

This Counselling Psychology Doctorate programme from UWE Bristol (University of the West of England) gives you a doctorate-level education and training in psychotherapy and applied psychology, leading to the award of Doctor in Counselling Psychology.

The Mental Health course from Lancaster University meets the needs of those wishing to gain a deep and critical insight into mental health theory, research and practice and to develop or enhance research skills whilst fulfilling their existing responsibilities. 

The Counselling programme at University of Strathclyde is an opportunity for practising counsellors/psychotherapists to develop their research knowledge and skills by conducting a substantial practice-based research study related to the process or outcome of counselling. 

You will join a research community that is leading the way in how we look at mental health care and communication. Research at City St George's, University of London will be enhanced by the outcome focused environment of our Centre for Mental Health Research.

The Pluralism as a Framework and Approach to Counselling and Social and Health Interventions research programme at Abertay University will prepare you for a rewarding career as an academic and researcher, as well as opening up opportunities for a diverse range of careers outside of academia.

Studying for the Mental Health program at Swansea University will give you the opportunity to pursue your own personal or professional research interests in this vital field while contributing to new ways of thinking about mental health care, services, and policy. 

MPhil and PhD students of Psychology - Research Opportunities at University of Lincoln are able to conduct independent research into an area of psychology of their choice and produce an extended thesis with guidance from two/three academic supervisors who have specialist knowledge of the subject area. 

At University of Glasgow, our Mental Health research strength is identifying the causes of mental disorders and suicide to develop clinical trials of novel complex interventions.

In this Counselling Psychology programme from Glasgow Caledonian University, you’ll expand your ability to work with complex client groups and contribute impactful research to the field of psychological health.

Studying for an Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology degree with University of East London's School of Psychology will push you to the limit - and our world-class academic staff will support you.

The Psychological Academic Research programme offered by King's College London investigates mental health, behaviour, cognition, and the relationship between psychological and physical wellbeing.

This Counselling Psychology course at University of East London is particularly suited to students interested in undergoing professional training that will equip them for employment as a clinician in the NHS, the voluntary sector or in private practice.

The PhD in Mental Health programme at The University of Manchester enables you to undertake a research project that will improve understanding of Mental Health.

The Counselling Psychology programme of the University of Roehampton provides professional training that leads to eligibility for registration as a counselling psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and chartered status with the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Develop doctoral level research skills and take rigorous training in clinical practice with our Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology at City St George's, University of London. You will study at doctoral level, gaining the relevant practical skills and knowledge to become an effective and ethical practitioner psychologist.

Throughout the Doctorate in Counselling Psychology at The University of Manchester, you will be introduced in detail to a pluralistic approach of therapy, with a focus on humanistic counselling during the first year and cognitive behavioural therapy in the second.

Research and knowledge exchange within the field of mental and physical health/wellbeing is a key priority for the 21st century. This PhD in Professional Development in Mental Health Nursing and Counselling is offered at Abertay University.

The Counselling Doctorate programme at Keele University meets the needs of professionals/educationalists wishing to attain the highest level of professional and academic achievement.

The Counselling Psychology programme offered by York St John University takes a humanistic approach to reducing psychological distress and promoting the wellbeing of children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and other groups.