clinically-focused Phd programs?

[psychgirl89]

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I was just wondering if anyone knew of more "clinically-focused" Phd programs. This may seem like an odd question because I know Phd programs are split pretty evenly between research and clinical training, but I was just wondering if there are less research-oriented programs than others? And, if so, what are they? Better yet, are there any good reference guides that would give me some more information on this? (It's hard to tell just by looking at program websites). I'm going to be applying to mostly PsyD programs in the Fall (Rutgers, Loyola, IUP, etc.), but, because of the limited funding options of most PsyD programs, I'm also interested in applying to some more clinically-oriented Phd programs. I am interested in research (and have done quite a bit myself as an undergrad), but know that I ultimately want to go into private practice (and maybe teach at a community college or small liberal arts college down the line).

 

[InYourHead]

Do a quick search of the board and you will find several threads on this topic.

 

[Wapote84]

I would say that Duquesne is a clinically oriented Ph.D. program. You would still have to do some research, but from my understanding they are pretty clinically focused (specifically psychodynamic).

 

[psychgirl89]

Thanks guys, I found a few related threads. And I just picked up the Insider's Guide where they conveniently rate each school on a practice-research continuum, so I will most likely be looking at schools in the 3-4 range. As far as Duquesne, I lean more towards a Cognitive-Behavioral orientation.