CLPY792 Master’s Thesis (3 cr.)

This course provides students an opportunity to demonstrate original scholarship by completing a thesis under the guidance and mentoring of a faculty advisor. The thesis reflects the unique curriculum of the program by including the integration of clinical psychology with the Catholic faith and Lasallian mission, identity, and values. Students select a scholarly topic, conduct a systematic literature review, and implement an appropriate conceptual or empirical methodology.  

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate in-depth understanding of the chosen scholarly topic and its relevance to the field. 

2. Analyze gaps in existing knowledge. 

3. Formulate clear research questions, hypotheses, and statement of purpose. 

4. Critically evaluate and synthesize information from various professional sources. 

5. Organize, write, and format a thesis document according to the American Psychological Association writing manual. 

6. Identity evidence-based clinical applications and future directions of scholarship.

7. Develop independence and self-direction in scholarly activity.