{"id":576,"date":"2025-07-14T18:14:38","date_gmt":"2025-07-14T18:14:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/?p=576"},"modified":"2025-07-14T22:47:32","modified_gmt":"2025-07-14T22:47:32","slug":"doctor-of-theology-th-d-in-practical-theology-and-counseling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/doctor-of-theology-th-d-in-practical-theology-and-counseling\/","title":{"rendered":"Doctor of Theology (Th.D) in Practical Theology and Counseling"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ThD-Counseling-1-1024x473.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-581\" srcset=\"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ThD-Counseling-1-1024x473.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ThD-Counseling-1-300x139.jpg 300w, https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ThD-Counseling-1-768x355.jpg 768w, https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ThD-Counseling-1-1536x709.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/updates\/relevant\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ThD-Counseling-1-2048x946.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n    This advanced doctoral program offers a rigorous and integrative study that explores the intersections of theology, psychology, and pastoral practice. It is designed to equip students with deep theoretical insight and advanced therapeutic competence. The curriculum includes training in trauma-informed care, multicultural counseling, neuroscience, pastoral ethics, and theological research methods. The aim is to prepare scholar-practitioners to provide holistic pastoral care, develop contextual theological responses to human suffering, and lead counseling ministries, academic programs, and research initiatives globally. <strong>The program is 100% online<\/strong>. \n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n    <em>This is a standard 3-year degree program, but you are allowed to study and complete the program at your own pace.<\/em>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n   .credit-list {\n        margin: 0;\n        padding-left: 20px;\n        list-style-position: inside;\n    }\n    .credit{\n        text-indent: -23px; \/* Adjust this value as needed *\/\n        padding-left: 23px; \/* Indent the first line of the list item *\/\n    }\n<\/style>\n\n<p><strong>Why Choose This Program?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"credit-list\">\n    <li class=\"credit\"><strong>Integration of Theology and Counseling<\/strong> \u2013 This program uniquely combines advanced theological reflection with cutting-edge counseling theories and practices. You will engage with complex issues such as trauma, neuroscience, and philosophical foundations while maintaining a Christ-centered approach to healing and wholeness.<\/li>\n    <li class=\"credit\"><strong>Research-Driven and Practice-Oriented<\/strong> \u2013 Designed for scholar-practitioners, the program equips you to both develop original research and apply findings to real-world pastoral and counseling settings. From ethnographic inquiry to theological methodology, you will be trained to contribute meaningfully to academic scholarship and ministry innovation.<\/li>\n    <li class=\"credit\"><strong>Cross-Disciplinary and Contextual Learning<\/strong> \u2013 This program draws from theology, psychology, neuroscience, and cultural studies to form a comprehensive, contextual approach to Christian counseling. It prepares you to respond to diverse human experiences with theological integrity and professional insight.<\/li>\n    <li class=\"credit\"><strong>Strategic Leadership and Ministry Impact<\/strong> \u2013 Beyond counseling proficiency, you will be prepared to lead academic departments, oversee counseling ministries, shape church policy, and provide pastoral care at strategic levels. The program empowers you to be a voice in global conversations about mental health, theology, and Christian ministry.<\/li>\n    <li class=\"credit\"><strong>Global Competency and Cultural Engagement<\/strong> \u2013 With training in multicultural counseling, public theology, and faith-based social engagement, this program prepares you to serve with competence and compassion across cultural, denominational, and societal boundaries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-text-color has-background\" style=\"color:#000000;background-color:#ffffff\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Ready to Start?<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-499968f5 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<style>\n    .custom-button {\n        border-radius: 50px;\n        color: #ffffff; 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\/* Reduced padding for a slimmer box *\/\n        margin: 0; \/* Remove default margin *\/\n        border-radius: 5px; \/* Optional: adds slight rounding to the corners *\/\n        font-size: 1.25rem; \/* Optional: adjust font size as needed *\/\n    }\n<\/style>\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading custom-heading\">Recommended 3-Year Curriculum<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Year 1 &#8211; First Semester<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>CCL713:<\/strong> <em>Biblical Counseling Models and Contemporary Issues<\/em><\/td><td>4 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>MIN726:<\/strong> <em>Clergy Burnout and Compassion Fatigue<\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THE702:<strong> <\/strong><\/strong><em>Hermeneutics in Applied Theology and Counseling<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>MIN714:<strong> <\/strong><\/strong><em><em>Christian Formation, Theology, and Spirituality<\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>CCL737:<strong> <\/strong><\/strong><em><em><em>Counseling Children &amp; Adolescents<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THE721: <\/strong><em>Philosophical Foundations for Theology and Psychology<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 18 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Year 1 &#8211; Second Semester<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>CCL745:<\/strong> <em>Advanced Counseling Skills: Individuals, Couples, and Groups<\/em><\/td><td>4 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>MIN718:<\/strong> <em><em>Therapeutic Preaching<\/em><\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PSY729:<\/strong> <em><em><em>Family Systems, Attachment &amp; Affect Regulations<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>CCL732:<\/strong> <em><em><em><em>Dynamics and Paradigms of Counseling<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>MIN739:<\/strong> <em><em><em><em><em>Pastoral Ethics and Professional Practice<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THE734: <\/strong><em><em><em><em><em><em>History and Development of Pastoral Theology<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 18 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Year 2 &#8211; First Semester<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>PSY815:<\/strong> <em>Psychology of Religion and Human Behavior<\/em><\/td><td>4 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PSY828:<\/strong> <em><em><em>Faith and Neuroscience<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>CCL807:<\/strong> <em><em><em><em><em><em>PTSD, Complex Trauma, and Grief<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>CCL836:<\/strong> <em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em>Multicultural Counseling and Pastoral Care<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>MIN823:<\/strong> <em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em>Spiritual Direction and Discipleship<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THE812: <\/strong><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em>Issues and Methods in Theological Studies<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 18 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Year 2 &#8211; Second Semester<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>THE849:<\/strong> <em>Public Theology and Pastoral Care<\/em><\/td><td>4 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>CCL822:<\/strong> <em><em><em><em>Special Topics in Counseling<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THE831:<\/strong> <em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em>Trauma-Informed Theology<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>CCL844:<\/strong> <em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em>Mental Health and Missional Counseling<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>THE864:<\/strong> <em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em>Ethnographic and Narrative Inquiry in Theology<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>CCL858: <\/strong><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em><em>Developmental Relational Counseling<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 18 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Year 3 &#8211; Practicum and Research<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong><strong><strong>Practicu<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>m<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong style=\"font-weight: bold;\">PRC981<\/strong><b>:<\/b> <em>Practical Theology Practicum<\/em><br>Apply principles of practical theology in real ministry contexts. Implement and evaluate theological practices that address contemporary ministry challenges.<\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PRC982:<\/strong> <em>Christian Counseling Practicum<\/em><br>Engage in advanced supervised counseling practice in your chosen area of specialization (e.g., trauma counseling, grief therapy, marriage and family systems, or multicultural counseling).<\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PRC983:<\/strong> <em>Integrated Project<\/em><br>Design and implement an integrated project that combines theological insight with counseling practice. Demonstrate competency in interdisciplinary application, spiritual care, and contextual problem-solving.<\/td><td>4 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 10 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong><strong><strong>Research<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong style=\"font-weight: bold;\">RCS908<\/strong><b>:<\/b> <em>Research Methods<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>RCS986:<\/strong> <em>Topic Proposal and Defense<\/em><\/td><td>2 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>RCS987:<\/strong> <em>Dissertation Writing<\/em><\/td><td>6 Units<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>RCS988:<\/strong> <em>Final Defense and Publication<\/em><\/td><td>3 Units<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>TOTAL: 14 Units<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><style>\n    .custom-heading {\n        background-color: #000000; \/* Black background *\/\n        color: #ffffff; \/* White text color *\/\n        font-weight: bold; \/* Bold text *\/\n        text-align: center; \/* Center text *\/\n        padding: 5px 20px; \/* Reduced padding for a slimmer box *\/\n        margin: 0; \/* Remove default margin *\/\n        border-radius: 5px; \/* Optional: adds slight rounding to the corners *\/\n        font-size: 1.25rem; \/* Optional: adjust font size as needed *\/\n    }\n<\/style>\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading custom-heading\">TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 96 UNITS<\/h5><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-text-color has-background\" style=\"color:#000000;background-color:#ffffff\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Ready to Start?<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-499968f5 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<style>\n    .custom-button {\n        border-radius: 50px;\n        color: #ffffff; \/* Text color *\/\n        background-color: #800000; \/* Maroon background color *\/\n        transition: all 0.3s ease; \/* Smooth transition for hover effects *\/\n    }\n    \n    .custom-button:hover {\n        background-color: #ffffff; \/* White background on hover *\/\n        color: #800000; \/* Maroon text on hover *\/\n        border: 3px solid #800000; \/* Thick maroon border on hover *\/\n    }\n<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/spiritbrood.org\/apply.php\" class=\"wp-block-button__link custom-button\">\n        Apply Now\n    <\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This advanced doctoral program offers a rigorous and integrative study that explores the intersections of theology, psychology, and pastoral practice. It is designed to equip students with deep theoretical insight and advanced therapeutic competence. The curriculum includes training in trauma-informed care, multicultural counseling, neuroscience, pastoral ethics, and theological research methods. 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