Richmont Graduate University

Richmont Graduate University Christian graduate school providing master's and doctoral-level training in counseling and ministry in Atlanta, Chattanooga, and online.

Richmont Graduate University is a Christ-centered education and research institution committed to equipping graduates who function at the highest professional levels of clinical counseling and vocational ministry. The University offers fully accredited graduate degree programs from its School of Counseling and School of Ministry with the M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling holding the highest accreditation available in its field (CACREP). With campuses in Atlanta, Chattanooga, and online, Richmont is known for its distinguished faculty and unparalleled in-field training, including serving some 25,000 clients annually through ten community counseling centers near its campuses. Richmont is the oldest faith-integrated counseling program in the eastern U.S., and its graduates consistently rank among the top 15% nationwide in licensing test scores. The University enjoys a rich heritage beginning in 1933, with roots in the former Psychological Studies Institute in Atlanta and the former Chattanooga Bible Institute.

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion held the final Multicultural Stories of the semester: AI and Culture. Dr. Kathleen...
04/09/2026

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion held the final Multicultural Stories of the semester: AI and Culture. Dr. Kathleen Bazile and guest speaker Joy Drake, discussed the impact AI is having on both counseling and the church. The event included free lunch and a raffle giveaway won by a prospective student visiting campus for our Explore Richmont event.

Our next Multicultural Stories will be in September, we can't wait to see you there!

Richmont's Admissions Team was recently interviewed on Chattanooga's Local 3 News. Vice President of Admissions Michelle...
04/06/2026

Richmont's Admissions Team was recently interviewed on Chattanooga's Local 3 News. Vice President of Admissions Michelle West and Admissions Counselor Jake Gettys spoke with Local 3 about Richmont's work in mental health and ministry and the importance of these fields, especially in Tennessee communities.

Watch the full segment here: youtube.com/watch?v=ltMlugEFrXc

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion's annual Multicultural Potluck invited members of the Atlanta campus to bring cult...
04/01/2026

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion's annual Multicultural Potluck invited members of the Atlanta campus to bring cultural food and items to share with each other. Attendees enjoyed lunch while discussing the multitude of backgrounds that make up Richmont. We are proud to foster a vibrant community of students, faculty, and staff!

03/27/2026

Join us for Explore Richmont on April 7th on our Atlanta campus! In this half-day immersive experience, you'll be able to connect with School of Counseling faculty and staff, sit in on a live class, and enjoy free lunch and a campus tour.

Register now at https://richmont.tfaforms.net/5135997

The inflatable obstacle course has returned! Our Chattanooga community members were able to de-stress as they bounced to...
03/25/2026

The inflatable obstacle course has returned! Our Chattanooga community members were able to de-stress as they bounced to the finish line through some light-hearted competition.

Congratulations to Richmont alumna Laura Janelle Downey, who was named one of Atlanta’s Most Influential Women in the Fe...
03/17/2026

Congratulations to Richmont alumna Laura Janelle Downey, who was named one of Atlanta’s Most Influential Women in the February 2026 issue of Modern Luxury’s The Atlantan.

Laura, a 2024 graduate of Richmont’s School of Ministry and Executive Editor of WebMD, is an award-winning journalist whose work reflects a passion for meaningful storytelling, faith, and service. Through her work in media, ministry, and missions, she continues to inspire others and make a lasting impact.

We are proud to celebrate her leadership and influence

Find the full press release on Laura here: https://www.richmont.edu/richmont-alumna-laura-janelle-downey-named-one-of-atlantas-most-influential-women/

Richmont visited New Life Church in Canton, Georgia with Doctor of Ministry candidate Pastor Allan Malloy. Pastor Malloy...
03/13/2026

Richmont visited New Life Church in Canton, Georgia with Doctor of Ministry candidate Pastor Allan Malloy. Pastor Malloy has been pursuing his doctorate while also serving as Senior Pastor and doing mission work worldwide. He invited Richmont to share information about our counseling and ministry programs with the New Life congregation.

Visits like this are part of Richmont’s Church Connections Strategy, which builds relationships with ministries and congregations who are helping bring healing, restoration, and transformation to the world. Thank you Pastor Allan and New Life for your amazing hospitality.

Learn more about Pastor Malloy's Richmont journey here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJccslj8bL4

03/09/2026

Ready to start your counseling journey? Join us for Chattanooga Preview Day on Saturday, March 21st at Richmont Graduate University’s Chattanooga Campus. Connect with professors, explore our Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and discover specialization options like Trauma Counseling or Marriage and Family Therapy, Child and Adolescent Counseling and more.

Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and community as you experience what life at Richmont is all about. Register for Preview Day at admissions.richmont.edu

Apply by March 15th using promo code "march" and waive the $50 application fee:
Apply at admissions.richmont.edu/apply

Richmont’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling program has officially received CACREP reaffirmation through 2034.During th...
03/06/2026

Richmont’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling program has officially received CACREP reaffirmation through 2034.

During the review process, the CACREP site-visit team described Richmont’s evaluation as “setting the standard” for what a CACREP site visit should be. This recognition reflects the strength of our faculty, clinical training, academic rigor, and the incredible engagement of our students and alumni.

Thank you to everyone in the Richmont community who participated in the site visit and helped represent the heart and mission of this program so well.

Click here to read the full press release:
https://www.richmont.edu/richmont-graduate-university-receives-cacrep-reaffirmation-through-2034/

03/04/2026

On the newest episode of Richmont's podcast, we welcome Dr. Lorrie Slater, Licensed Professional Counselor and Director of Henegar Counseling Center in Chattanooga. With decades of clinical experience, Dr. Slater offers insight into infidelity and betrayal trauma, what it is, how it impacts individuals emotionally and spiritually, and what healing and rebuilding trust can look like. Tune in for a thoughtful and hope-filled conversation for anyone navigating broken trust.

Listen at richmont.edu/podcast

Richmont Graduate University is proud of our faculty member Dr. Kristel Headley for recently presenting for the Tennesse...
02/26/2026

Richmont Graduate University is proud of our faculty member Dr. Kristel Headley for recently presenting for the Tennessee Counseling Association.

Dr. Headley led a 1 CE training on Cultural Humility and Broaching in Clinical Supervision During Unusual Times, equipping counseling professionals with tools to foster cultural responsiveness and growth in supervision.

We are grateful for the way our faculty continue to serve and strengthen the counseling profession beyond our campus.

It's nothing but big smiles and wagging tails on Richmont's Atlanta campus when Happy Tails Pet Therapy is visiting! Stu...
02/23/2026

It's nothing but big smiles and wagging tails on Richmont's Atlanta campus when Happy Tails Pet Therapy is visiting! Students, faculty, and staff were able to take a break from school and spend an afternoon with therapy dogs, enjoying the mental and physical health benefits that these furry friends provide.

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1900 The Exchange SE, Building 100
Atlanta, GA
30339

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

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