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Transpersonal Therapy hasn’t yet been fully recognized as a scientific field of study, but builds on several fields of psychology, and offers an alternative view of behavioral, humanistic and psychoanalytic psychology, and claims that religious and mystical theories can be examined scientifically for the purpose of healing. Although experts in the field will disagree to the specific model for this form of therapy, most will agree that there are three key areas that comprise industry standards:

Read up onhow to become a transpersonal therapist.

Important Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Although specific job duties, knowledge, and skills depend on the career field, such as life coach, mental health counselor or recreation therapist, individuals who study transpersonal psychology use their knowledge and training to assist people in understanding their lives, experiences, viewpoints, and attitudes.

Important Knowledge for a Transpersonal Therapist

Skills & Abilities for a Transpersonal Therapist

There are a number of skills necessary to succeed as a transpersonal therapist. These abilities provide the foundation for careers in teaching, counseling, public service, business and healthcare. Graduates of transpersonal psychology programs pursue careers as business consultants, entrepreneurs, in research, and in private practice.

Many therapists enter more established mental health careers and then acquire education and training in transpersonal psychology. Transpersonal therapists may work a somewhat varied schedule, including part-time, full-time, weekends and holidays, and travel may also be required.  They practice in a variety of settings, including:

Faith-based organizationsHospitalsPsychiatric facilitiesSchools and collegesClinical research facilitiesDetention and rehabilitation centersCrisis centers

Senior centersGovernmental agenciesPrivate practiceMental health agenciesHomeless sheltersDomestic violence sheltersCorrectional facilities

There are very few master’s or doctoral degree programs in transpersonal psychology/therapy. Individuals interested in pursuing a career as a transpersonal therapist should look at their chosen mental health profession to determine education requirements, career prospects and potential financial compensation prior to pursuing this field of study. Future therapists interested in transpersonal psychology can obtain a student membership in theAssociation for Transpersonal Psychologyand gain access to continuing education classes and the association’s various resources.

Job Outlook and Employment Projections for Transpersonal Therapists

At the master’s degree level, there are a number of counseling psychology programs that offer concentrations in transpersonal psychology, as it is not always necessary to enroll in a program that has a concentration in transpersonal therapy to practice in this field. However, some programs do not prepare a graduate to be licensed as a psychologist, but may prepare you for licensure as a professional counselor. Requirements vary from state to state.

Transpersonal therapists can also increase their knowledge and employment prospects through continuing education – generally a requirement to maintain licensure. It’s also interesting to know that the American Psychological Association has approved some continuing education classes in transpersonal psychology.

2022 US Bureau of Labor Statistics job market trends and salary figures formental health professionalsandtherapists (all other)are based on national data, not school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary. Data accessed July 2023.

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