The Michigan School of Psychology (MSP), an independent not-for-profit graduate school, provides an educational climate which inspires students to live up to their potential, professionally and personally. The Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology is offered with both day and evening courses, with full and part-time enrollment options. The Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology degree is a full-time, minimum four-year, post-master’s program. The institution has been a leader in clinical, experiential self-directed education for over 40 years. Its curriculum emphasizes personal growth, authenticity and creativity as integral parts of the academic process.
Michigan School of Psychology
26811 Orchard Lake Road Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-4512 Get Directions 248.476.1122
PURPOSE
We believe in every person’s power to grow.
We believe that all people have the unique ability to transform. Our purpose is to facilitate that change. We are passionate about helping our students draw on their inner strengths as they grow as human beings, and as psychologists who help their clients to do the same.VISION
Healthy people, healthy relationships, and healthy communities.
We exemplify our belief in every person’s power to grow by consistently evolving in response to society’s challenges. Our students are preparing for careers as multi-culturally competent clinicians who will serve their communities. MSP is expanding access to quality mental health services in our community through the Michigan School Psychological Clinic, which offers low cost mental health services to those most in need.MISSION
Educate psychologists today who will transform our world tomorrow.
We provide experiential and scholarly training in clinical psychology for students who want to make a difference. Our experienced faculty of practitioner-scholars teach psychological theory, technique and skills needed for practice. Our alumni become clinicians who help change the lives of people in community clinics, hospitals, shelters, prisons, and in private practice.CORE VALUES
We respect every person. Period.
We value genuine relationships.
We practice what we teach.
CAMPUS
Housed on a wooded, six-acre campus in Farmington Hills, Michigan, MSP was specifically created to generate a learning climate that reflects the school’s mission and its emphasis on growth and potential. The carefully designed facilities offer open and welcoming surroundings that foster collaborative education. The campus consists of two buildings. Building A houses classrooms, the library, and administrative offices. The Diane S. Blau Building (Building B) houses the Michigan School Psychological Clinic, meeting spaces, lounge area, and a lecture hall/community education center.FACULTY
MSP’s faculty has a diverse range of clinical experience in many disciplines. These disciplines include health psychology, clinical psychology, multi-cultural psychology, education, philosophy and research. A partnership exists between students and faculty in pursuit of a common goal: advance professional development and increase personal growth. In this endeavor, students and faculty co-create the optimal learning environment.STUDENTS
MA students enter the program with academic preparation in psychology – many also have related work experience. PsyD students enter the program with a graduate degree and have a background of study in psychology or related field.
MSP graduate students seek to become practicing clinicians committed to the humanistic principles and values of psychology.
Students for Fall 2024:
- 109 MA students
- 2 ABA Certificate students
- 80 PsyD students
- 76% Women
- 1% Non-binary
- 23% Men
- 52% Students of color
- Average student age is 31.5 years
- Average MA student age is 30 years
- Average PsyD student age is 33.3 years
- Average ABA Certificate student age is 44.5 years
DISABILITY SERVICES
It is the policy of MSP to offer reasonable accommodations to qualified students with disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. If a student with a documented disability wishes to receive accommodations in order to participate in the courses, programs, or activities offered by the school, the student must contact the Director of Student Services/Registrar for the required forms and procedure. Upon the return of all required documentation and completion of the interactive process between the Director of Student Services and the student, the Director of Student Services/Registrar will develop an appropriate accommodation plan and communicate, as appropriate, with the relevant faculty and/or personnel regarding accommodations. The use of these services is voluntary and confidential. See Accessibility Services pages for more information.
