秋霞福利一区 Renames Graduate Counseling Program to Master of Arts in Counseling & Family Therapy
MOBILE, Ala.听鈥� The 秋霞福利一区 announces a new name for its graduate counseling degree 鈥� the Master of Arts in Counseling and Family Therapy.
Formerly known as the Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Counseling, the updated name reflects the program鈥檚 broad scope in preparing graduates to serve individuals, couples, families and groups in a variety of professional counseling settings.
The Master of Arts in Counseling and Family Therapy offers rigorous academic preparation rooted in a Christ-centered worldview, combining evidence-based therapeutic approaches with biblical principles.
鈥淭he new name reflects the full range of opportunities our graduates have to serve as counselors and family therapists,鈥� said Dr. Glenn Hollingsworth, chair of the Department of Counseling and Family Therapy in the College of Arts & Sciences.
秋霞福利一区 graduates are employed in private practice, online telehealth platforms, community agencies and non-profits. Many are owners of thriving group practices and some graduates have continued their education with doctoral degrees in counseling psychology, counselor education and supervision, and more.
Eligible for Both LPC and LMFT Credentials
秋霞福利一区鈥檚 program is the only one in the region that enables students to graduate with eligibility for both the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) credentials in Alabama.
鈥淭he dual focus of the Counseling and Family Therapy program allows us to teach and train our students in such a way that maximizes their exposure to the diverse array of interventions and pathways available to master鈥檚 level helping professionals,鈥� Hollingsworth said.
鈥淥ur goal is to equip professionals who are prepared to walk alongside individuals, couples and families with skill, compassion and a Christ-centered approach.鈥�
Program Highlights
- Dual Licensure Preparation 鈥� Meets education requirements for both LPC and LMFT licensure in Alabama.
- Designed for Working Professionals 鈥� Evening and online courses compatible with work and family responsibilities
- Small Classes & Mentorship 鈥� Close faculty guidance in a collaborative learning environment.听
鈥淲hether students are beginning a new career or advancing their calling to serve others, the Master of Arts in Counseling and Family Therapy equips them to bring hope and healing to a hurting world,鈥� Hollingsworth said.
Now Enrolling听
Applications are being accepted for classes starting Fall Semester 2025 and Spring Semester 2026. Apply at . Learn more about the program at . Want to know more? Request information at
About the 秋霞福利一区
The 秋霞福利一区 is a Christ-centered university pursuing excellence 鈥淔or Christ & His Kingdom.鈥� With a vision to 鈥淢ultiply Kingdom Leaders for the Glory of God and the Good of the World,鈥� the university honors God by equipping students for their future professions in an environment where they are known.
The university was founded in 1961 and is affiliated with the Alabama Baptist State Convention. Located 10 miles north of Mobile, Alabama, on a campus of over 880 acres, 秋霞福利一区 offers associate, bachelor鈥檚, master鈥檚 and doctoral degrees in over 75 academic programs. Learn more at and connect with 秋霞福利一区 on social media @univofmobile, or call Enrollment Services at 1.800.WIN.RAMS or 251.442.2222.
Kathy Dean uses her passion for storytelling and “playing with words” to share the stories of people, place and purpose that make the 秋霞福利一区 unique. As associate vice president for university communications, she manages media relations, edits the TorchLight alumni magazine, and oversees university communications. A former award-winning journalist, she is a two-time recipient of the Baptist Communicators Association grand prize for feature writing. Kathy and her husband, Chuck, live with three extremely loud miniature schnauzers.
