Saybrook University

Nov 24, 2024

2022-2023 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook with Summer Addendum [Archived Catalog]

Ph.D. Mind-Body Medicine, Specialization in Integrative Mental Health

The Integrative Mental Health specialization is oriented for licensed mental health practitioners, and individuals who have a licensable mental health degree. Eligible disciplines include psychology, psychiatry, social work, counseling, psychiatric nursing, and expressive arts therapy (when licensable). Students in the IMH specialization learn a core of evidence-based behavioral, nutritional, and spiritual/transpersonal interventions.

Practicing within the scope of their professional license, graduates will be prepared to provide integrative medicine interventions for individuals suffering from acute and chronic mental health disorders.

Specialization Requirements - 15 credits

MBM 5666 - Mind-Body Spirit Applications in Psychotherapy 3 credit(s) (2-day RC) *
APH 5351 - Clinical Psychopharmacology 3 credit(s)
MBM 5524 - Contemporary Neuroscience-Psychology and the Brain 3 credit(s)
MBM 5635 - Spirituality and Health 3 credit(s)
OR:
MBM 5655 - Mindfulness, Meditation, and Health 3 credit(s) (2-day RC)
MBM 5668 - Body-Oriented Approaches to Psychotherapy 3 credit(s) (2-day RC)

Notes

The average time to complete the 75-78 degree requirements with or without a specialization is 4.5 to 5.5 years.
A listing of acceptable CIMHS courses and electives is available in the university catalog and online Master Index. Students may also choose electives from other academic departments.
The PhD MBM degree does not qualify graduates for medical licensure.
Courses marked with an asterisk require prerequisites.

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