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Divine Mercy University is comprised of two schools: IPS (School of Psychology) and the School of Counseling. DMU offers a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, M.S.

Divine Mercy University is a Catholic graduate school of psychology and counseling located in Sterling, VA

Register for our Webinars and Learn More Here: https://linktr.ee/divinemercyuniversity in Psychology (online) and M.S. in Counseling (online). It also offers a Spiritual Direction Certificate program.

08/27/2026

Meet Dr. Fredericka Vyvlecka, Ph.D.., LPC-S - a passionate counselor educator, clinician, and mentor dedicated to shaping the next generation of counselors.

Since becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2006 (and LPC-Supervisor in 2013), Dr. Vyvlecka has built a career centered on helping individuals heal and helping counselors grow. Her clinical work has largely focused on residential treatment centers, where she supports individuals navigating addiction, trauma, eating disorders, and dual diagnoses.

Her doctoral work focused on improving group supervision and strengthening training models for future counselors; something she continues to focus on today!

Join us and our incredible faculty at Divine Mercy University.

08/18/2026

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us TOMORROW to learn more about our Master's in Psychology program.

This 100% online degree is designed for people who want to promote human flourishing in their communities and professions. This program integrates evidence-based psychology with a Catholic-Christian understanding of the human person.

With three concentrations to choose from, you have the opportunity to pursue what you are passionate about.

Interested in learning more? Join us TOMORROW, August 19th, at 6:30 PM EST for a FREE webinar.

Bring your questions and discover more about the curriculum, scholarship opportunities, and admissions process.

Hope to see you there - https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6417869798099/WN_XWOx2MbVRnSgZtVWrxiQyA

08/17/2026

We hope all of our students have a great start to their semester! Whether you are joining us on campus or online, we are glad you are part of the Divine Mercy University community.

08/12/2026

Calling all mental health professionals: earn your CEUs online through Divine Mercy University's Lifelong Learning Institute — specifically the Center for Trauma and Resiliency Studies (CTRS), offered in partnership with the Green Cross Academy of Traumatology.

CTRS offers five levels of trauma certification, from Compassion Fatigue Educator through Master Traumatologist, with the Certified Traumatologist credential recognized by the VA, FEMA, and VOAD. Led by Dr. Benjamin Keyes, the program equips counselors and clinicians to respond with skill and compassion in times of disaster and crisis.

Guided by DMU's mission to inspire human flourishing and professional excellence, this training is designed to deepen your knowledge, sharpen your skills, and support your growth — both personally and professionally.

Register today — link in bio.

08/10/2026

Final application deadline: August 10.

Divine Mercy University's Master of Science in Psychology is a 100% online graduate program built for working professionals ready to lead — in the workplace, in ministry, or in their communities. The curriculum integrates rigorous psychological science with a Catholic-Christian understanding of the human person, and every student is paired with a dedicated advisor for support from application through graduation.

Choose from three concentrations: Organizational Leadership, Pastoral and Spiritual Care, or Bioethics.

Questions before you apply? Contact MSP Admissions Advisor Kayley Manarchuck at [email protected] or (703) 949-4687.

Apply today at enroll.divinemercy.edu.

08/07/2026

Thinking about a career in counseling? Join us for a FREE webinar on Divine Mercy University's M.S. in Counseling — an online program built for working adults, with three weekend residencies for hands-on clinical training.

You'll learn about:

- Career paths and licensure pathways in professional counseling
- DMU's online curriculum and on-campus residency experience
- Scholarship opportunities
- Faculty support and hands-on clinical training
- How a Catholic-Christian understanding of the person shapes DMU's approach to counselor formation

If you're discerning a vocation in mental health care, this is a great chance to ask questions and learn more.

Join us August 11 at 2 p.m. ET — link to register in bio.

08/05/2026

Discernment doesn't happen alone.

Join us for a free webinar on August 6 at 8 p.m. EST to learn more about DMU's School of Spiritual Direction — a program formed around prayer, discernment, and walking alongside others in the Church's spiritual tradition.

Whether you're just beginning to explore this call or already serving as a spiritual director, this is a chance to ask questions and see if this path is yours. And unlike DMU's other graduate programs, the Spiritual Direction Certificate doesn't require a bachelor's degree — so it's open to more people than you might expect.

Save your spot — https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5917855067661/WN_FOHvpH9KTqmGVhvzx1nEPg

08/03/2026

There's still time to apply.

DMU's 100% online master's in psychology gives working professionals the tools to lead — in the workplace, in ministry, in their communities — through a curriculum that pairs real clinical insight with a Catholic-Christian understanding of the person.

The final application deadline for the fall 2026 cohort is August 10, 2026. Classes start August 19.

Have questions before you apply? Kayley Surmont, our MSP admissions advisor, is here to help — send us a DM.

08/02/2026

Considering doctoral-level clinical training?

Join us for a free webinar on August 4 at 2 p.m. EST to learn more about DMU's Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology — an on-campus doctoral program built around rigorous science-based training and a Catholic-Christian understanding of the person.

This webinar is a great fit if you're ready to go deep into assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic intervention, and you're open to relocating for hands-on clinical training and in-person cohort community. We'll walk through the program structure, dissertation research, and where DMU Psy.D. graduates go — from private practice to diocesan consultation to academia.

Save your spot — https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5217855057647/WN_IqWt9k2xStu4PJ55Szt5XA

08/01/2026

It's August at Divine Mercy University — and there's a lot happening this month.

Throughout August, we're hosting free webinars on our Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, M.S. in Counseling, M.S. in Psychology, and Spiritual Direction Certificate programs — a chance to ask real questions before you apply.

Our final application deadline for the fall 2026 cohort is August 10. If you've been discerning a next step in your vocation as a mental health professional or minister, this is the moment to take it.

Questions? Drop them in the comments, send us a DM, or visit divinemercy.edu to learn more.

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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